7 Reasons You Need a Mini Bag This Fall

Compact, lightweight, and easy to tote—these adorable purses were popping up all over the streets and runways of NYFW and will continue to trend through Spring 17. And you guys, what's not to love? Downsized bags mean you have more versatility in styling, less looking like a bag lady and carrying all that sh*t you don’t need (guilty) and more affordability to rock the designers you love.

I searched Pinterest to find my favorite fall bags and 10 reasons why you should give this trend a whirl. Hope on over to my fall fashion board for extra inspiration.

BROOKLYN BLONDE

IT'S A FOOLPROOF WAY TO DRESS UP A OUTFIT

Step up your ensemble, effortlessly, by adding a sleek little bag to the mix. Luxe hardware and quality leather will immediately elevate any look.

VIVA LUXURY

THE HARDWARE ISN’T SO HEAVY

With larger designer bags the accents can weigh almost as much as the leather. Not so with these smaller options. Full permission to go big with metal details (without feeling weighed down).

YOU LOOK FAB

IT'S A GREAT WAY TO INVEST IN CLASSICS

Die-hard brand loyalists will find no shortage of tried-and-true options in a smaller size.

CITIZEN COUTURE

IT CAN ADD A QUICK POP OF COLOR

A saturated little handbag acts almost like jewelry. Add it to an already colorful outfit or something more subdued—you can't go wrong.

HAPPILY GREY

IT ALLOWS FOR MORE OPTIONS AND MASHUPS

Playing with two colors on bags can be tricky, but with a mini you can easily colorblock without it taking center stage.

COLLAGE VINTAGE

COOL STATEMENT-MAKING DETAILS

We love smaller-scale bags that still say something. A long swathe of fringe? A stark white color accented with black hardware? Winners all around.

ATLANTIC-PACIFIC

IT LETS YOU TRY BOLD COLORS...SAFELY

Scared to go red in a larger, more committal fashion? A smaller version allows you to sample interesting hues in a more manageable format.