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Eight chain-strap bags to beat the January woes


By Ellen Bird
15th Jan 2019
Eight chain-strap bags to beat the January woes

Flash your fashion loyalty card with a swinging shoulder bag. If there’s one bag that ticks all the boxes, it’s this season’s chain bag. From metallic hues, monograms and velvet textures to butterscotch linings, the classic chain bag has been given a new lease of life with elaborate detailing. Whether you’re switching up your style or looking for an everyday staple, there’s a chain bag to suit every occasion; just ensure it swings from a shining metal strap.

If you’re feeling the January woes, elevate your 2019 wardrobe by checking out my picks of the best designer and high-street chain bags to wear as of today. You might even still catch some on sale…

 

Small boy bag, €3,850 at chanel.com

Buckled faux suede bag, €17.99 at Bershka

 

Cahier shoulder bag, Prada, €2,400 at farfetch.com

 

Checked print crossbody bag, was €49.95, now €29.99 at Zara

Spark chain shoulder bag, €40 at Topshop

Snakeskin effect gem bag, was €125, now €89.95 at uterque.com

Cube chain textured-leather shoulder bag, The Volon, €870 at net-a-porter.com

KAN I textured logo shoulder bag small, Fendi, €1,950 at Brown Thomas