Western Style Handbags

We’ve seen slouch handbags, crocodile and snake skin prints, and silver studs on many handbags carried by celebrities this year so far, so who is to say that western styles aren’t in? Often, western style is thought of as silver jewelry with western stones like onyx, crystal, or turquoise or rodeo gear, like western shirts, cowboy boots, and chaps, and this is partially right. In terms of western style applied to mainstream fashion, it’s often the latter that becomes popular. But, if you’ve ever walked into a western clothing store, have you seen snake skin or alligator skin boots? In a sense, the materials associated with the top echelon of western fashion are being applied to handbags, as well as jewelry like embellishments of silver and western stones.

Both snake skin and crocodile skin, even printed on leather, are in this season. Whether you prefer natural scale colors or a snake skin bag dyed purple or blue, all options are available for a western type handbag. Real snake skin handbags are available through upscale designers and retailers, while snake skin patterned bags, made from leather or an imitation material, are available through designer replica retailers like Best Handbag Wholesale.

Western style doesn’t only extend to snake skin. Another popular trend this year has been studs. While silver studs may tend to be more punk than western, how the studs – and the type of studs – are used makes a bag seem more western. Handbags across high end brands, designer replica, and affordable brands incorporate silver studs, western stones like crystal or turquoise, or rhinestones into their styles. Some of these studs may be as large as silver conchos. In addition, some suede or leather handbags, such as this black handbag seen on Micha Barton have western style fringe trailing from the ends or top flap of the purse.