London Fashion Week:
From Trend Spotting to Handbag Shopping

London Fashion Week is the nearest we can get to predicting the future of fashion for next spring and beyond.

It was all about minimalism at London Fashion Week this year and although the number of handbags on the catwalks was limited, there were enough trends to give away what you will be wearing on your arm next year.

If you want to know what colours and styles you will be toting next spring then discover the latest handbag trends below.

 

Handbag trends in colour

White will be alright next year as Pringle, Todd Lyn and other top designer collections proved when their models took to the catwalk decked out in crisp white from head to toe.

The bright white Laguna London Montevideo White Leather Handbag offers a look as classic as the colour and will see you through spring and beyond.

On a practical level, this smart white handbag is large enough to be used for work and play and is made from robust and luxurious white leather.

As a contrast to dazzling white, clashing colours were seen in many shows such as with Betty Jacksons' collection which mixed bold yellowy greens with lilac.

Introduce some boldly coloured handbags into your wardrobe and you will be well prepared for next season. Tabitha's new collection includes an ocean blue so choose the delightful Tabitha Destiny which also comes in both grey and black.

Handbag trends in pattern

Matthew Williamsons' collection saw geometrical patterns which would be complemented brilliantly by the collection of clutch bags by Aksuona.

The strong handbag trend in Aksuona is woven leather and satin which creates a geometric, two tone effect which is both elegant and playful.

Sass and Bide showed that monochrome patterns can be exciting and a definite must-have item for the workplace next season.

Start your office look off with an Anouk Makoto Ivory and Black Leather Double Handled Bag which captures the simplicity of monochrome in an elegant and practical handbag.

Handbag trends in style

When it comes to handbag trends, pleats and patterns were a hit in the collections so prepare for spring by replicating this style in handbags.

Japanese inspired origami folds and pleats were seen in collections from Matthew Williamson to Vivienne Westwood so be ahead of the bandwagon with a gorgeous pleated handbag.

If you want a handbag that will not only see you through the season but complement both day and evening wear then the Anouk Duchess shoulder bag is a stylish choice.

This great bag comes in smokey black leather with patent trim and typifies the pleats and origami folds seen on the catwalk this September.

Now you know what to look out for as the key handbag trends for early 2010 you can choose your selection of new pieces from the extensive range of designer handbags at Handbags and Gladrags.