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This Is The Fashion Girl-Approved Way To Style A Colored Bag

Go as bright as your heart desires.

by Kelsey Stewart
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A colored handbag is a simple way to add a pop to your wardrobe. Ahead, find 10 ways to wear the statement piece.

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To keep your outfit from skewing too colorful, add punches of bright shades to an all-black outfit via your accessories. Coordinating the hues of your hat and bag will make the ensemble feel consistent throughout. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images
If you’re worried about your colorful bag not getting enough wear, try for a monochromatic look. A light hue like baby blue works year-round, making it worth the investment.Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images
For those who love experimenting with various shades, here’s a fun styling idea: Mix a bright pink bag with more muted tones, like pastel yellow and emerald green. Then, take the outfit a step further by adding some colorful barrettes into the mix. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images
Instead of going fully monochromatic, match your bag to a jumpsuit or dress and ground the look with a neutral jacket. Bonus point if you choose a jacket with a shiny finish. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images
Attention, minimalists: There’s no need to go out of your comfort zone when it comes to styling a bold handbag. Stick to your signature pieces, like a simple blouse and loose trousers, and add your purse into the equation for a smidge of excitement. Melodie Jeng/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images
A metallic multi-color bag is a playful choice that’s a bit unexpected. To coordinate the bag with your ensemble, put together a color palette that matches with the hues in the handbag. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images
All a brown suit needs for a little sprucing up is a bright handbag. A neon green piece is right on trend, and instantly makes your set appear anything but drab. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images
Let your vivid handbag be the focal point of your look by styling it with a blue striped button-down and dark denim. Pro tip: Consider a bag with a cool texture. Melodie Jeng/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images
Styling a colored handbag in the fall? Pair the accessory with a seasonal printed piece, like a plaid jumpsuit. Melodie Jeng/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images
If you live in New York, you’ve definitely seen a Susan Alexandra Watermelon Dream Bag out and about. For those who have the buzzy piece in their wardrobe, try coupling it with a bright yellow dress. The look is the epitome of cheerful.Melodie Jeng/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images