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Circle Bags for Spring

Vasic New York Circle BagVasic New York Circle BagVasic New York Circle Bag Vasic New York Circle Bag Vasic New York Circle Bag Vasic New York Circle Bag Vasic New York Circle BagVasic New York circle bag (c/o) // Marques Almeida dress (70% off) // Haider Ackermann boots
Love Tatum initial necklace // Banana Republic earrings (similar here)

I’ve been wanting a circle bag for ages, so when I laid eyes on this pretty white number from Vasic New York, I knew it would be my spring handbag go-to.

The white leather (it also comes in black) combined with the straw/raffia effect gives it a perfect casual yet elegant vibe.  I’ve written before about my love for Vasic New York and if you’ve yet to check out the line, put it on your must list.  Now carried at major retailers like Bloomingdale’s and Shopbop, Vasic is not to be missed.  The quality of their bags is topnotch, their designs fashion-forward, and their pricepoints incredibly reasonable.

You may remember my green suede number from last fall that also made an appearance at NYFW in February.

What I love about circle bags for spring is the feminine shape.  They remind me of the 1950’s when women carried hat boxes and train cases.  Dainty and eye-catching, they evoke the soft vibes I often associate with spring.

This bag comes with a detachable crossbody strap (something I rely on more and more with handbags) making it the perfect bag for travel and running errands.  Not many circle bags out there come with a hands-free option, so this feature is key (especially with a baby on the way).

With lighter bags I like to pair pieces that really make them pop, so instead of going traditional spring florals or pastels, I chose this vibrant cobalt sweaterdress.  Not only is it a pregnancy wardrobe dream, but the bold color really highlights the beautiful white leather.

My earrings were a major sale score as part of Banana Republic’s designer collaboration, and while they’re still available, I found a similar pair under $40.

What do you think of circle bags for spring?  Let me know your dream list in the comments!

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The Handbag Line You Need to Know: Vasic New York

Vasic New York Bond M. handbag (c/o) // Zara boots // Rag & Bone jeans
Guess top (similar here) // Diane Von Furstenberg jacket

One of my favorite things about the fashion world is discovering new designers and brands.  While we all have our go-to favorites and longstanding brands we trust, mixing it up with fresh talent is imperative.  It’s the very essence of what the fashion world sets out to do – keep up with the times.

Vasic New York is a handbag line focused on creating “the standard handbag” – a bag that can be used every day for every occasion.  When I saw their clean silhouettes, inventive fabrics and fall/winter color palette, I immediately knew this was a line that would become a staple in my wardrobe.  When just about every woman is carrying the same handbag, it’s so refreshing to carry something unique.

My suede, emerald bucket bag can be worn multiple ways: as a crossbody, satchel or looped over the shoulder and contains a two-toned removable clutch on the inside for when you want to pair down for evening.  Any bag that has a two-in-one feature is a major win in my book.  For something a little funkier, I love this faux fur bucket bag that pairs a classic silhouette with chic fabric.  Still practical enough for everyday, but with an added wow factor for fall.

I recently took a trip home to visit family and carried this bag with me on the plane.  It was the perfect size for traveling – not too heavy, but with enough room for more than just my phone and wallet.  The removable clutch definitely came in handy for easily being able to access my lip balm, hand lotion and ID when I needed them quickly.  I seriously can’t get over the color – although red is dominating as “the color” for fall, I’m seeing more and more emerald used in accent pieces and accessories.  For someone who wears mostly neutrals, it’s the perfect accent color that blends seamlessly into my existing wardrobe.

For some of my other favorite indie lines, check out this post.

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