Metallic Purses

The age of the metallic leather and fabric was said to have started during the swinging sixties, when "space age look" caught the fashion world by storm.

But while its contemporaries in the 60's like plastic and lucite slowly faded into the background, metallic purses - mostly in gold and silver - came to stay. Aside from handbags, the metallic storm has also penetrated the shoes, clothing and accessories world.

Metallic handbags or purses or clutch are often associated to the precious metals it is colored after - gold and silver - and was often associated to wealth. Wearing gold or silver metallic handbags declare a statement of sophistication, extravagance and glamor - a must have in many fashionable women's lists. Metallic handbags also give sparkle and depth to dry outfits and flat color backgrounds.

While handbags are always seen as an accessory a stage to highlight the owner, metallic purses -either the soft metallic leather or the sparkling silver lined fabrics-- often grab the spotlight.

un them Bright

A shimmering handbag always receive the coveted attention during social events. Its bright colors and very light feel is a magnet for eyes and cameras making metallic handbags a mainstay in the collection of celebrities and the elite. Gold and silver metallic purses are only seen during evening events and high-profile gatherings. They are reserved for the rich and the famous. The affluent and the might.

At present, however, the attractive glittering purses can be paired with almost everything - from a affluent evening formal gown, to chic cocktail dresses, even to bare jeans and shirt. A silver metallic purse handbag, for instance, could give sophistication and glamour to evening gowns and some chic spunk to rugged girl outfits.

The purse, moreover, is no longer limited to the classic gold or silver. The invasion of the lavanders, the pinks and the greens have also been launched and is invading handbag racks all over.

Ageless Shimmer

A metallic handbag purse is perfect for women of any age. It's a bright soft feeling and flowing fabric is a perfect compliment to fashionists in different age bracket and their fashion statements.

Women in their 20's and 30's often have the option to go freestyle on metallics. They can indulge on either silver and gold or even the pop greens with sequin metallic leathers.

Those in their 40's often go to the matte shine metallic material. The matte finishes are favorable because they are very attractive and sell themselves without necessarily pushing the eyes and the attention to the imperfections and trouble spots of the owner.

The golden women in their 50's or older would choose metallic brocades - a classic feel without giving up the fashion and the feminine touch. The golden woman could turn into a classy fashion icon gracefully with age.

As always, metallic bags of various designer also have rip-offs and bags made of poor quality. Just like any bags, buyers are warned to watch out for shoddy workmanship, the use of cheap materials and even the mere look of the bag. Often the feel of the bag's fabric and lining is a giveaway if the bag was purchased on a bargain.

Quality always comes with a price. Although most metallic purses carry more than the average price tags, they are of top quality, easy to clean, and would last for many years. And since it's metallic it is sure to cling on and be trendy for many more years.

Metallic purses are for everyone - the young and cheerful, the mature and sophisticated. It just depends on what it is worn with and it depends on how the owner carries the bag. After all, the purse is just an extension, a self expression of the true color and personality of those who sport it.