When I buy a handbag, I pick one by style and color. I never wondered if the handbag was right for my body type. Here is what I found out....

Lets say you are 5'-3" and round. You are going to want to go with the smaller handbag. These bags will make you look taller than you really are and if worn under the arm, draws attention to the top of the body. Larger bags will only make you look shorter and quite possibly wider.

Lets say you are 5'-6" and curvy. Look for a handbag that accentuates your waistline. A satchel in medium or the hippie in medium will look great for your size. Wearing medium sizes are best for your body type because it falls just above the waist. Showing off that sexy curve of yours that's just above the hip area.

Lets say you are 5'-9" and thin. You are the luckiest of all body types because you can pretty much get away with any size handbag. With the length of your body you can wear a large tote. These bags cover the middle of the body and allows the body to still be shown. Your body will look especially nice if you are carrying a smaller handbag. Just be sure it fits snug under your arm. Wearing it this way shows off the waist line. It also makes the body look longer for those who are going for the tall look.

Lets say you are full figured or plus sized. Wearing larger bags like the large tote are best for your body type because they are made wider and larger and help to make the body look smaller. A smaller handbag with smaller straps will only add to your size and possibly make you appear bigger than you really are.

The next time you're out shopping for a handbag, besides choosing a style and color, think about the size of the bag and how it will look on you.