Sling bags were a fashion statement back in the 70s and 80s. Everyone, from celebrities to office-going women were seen sporting them. The trend went off track by the mid 90s when side bags were introduced. Cut to 2014 and sling bags are back with a bang. They come not only in the traditional brown and blacks, but in every possible colour, including fluorescent colours, which is hip now. They come in all sizes and shapes as well.
If you don’t know what a sling bag is, it is a bag with just one string. It is a multifunctional bag that can carry everything, from your tiny makeup kit to your ipads or notebooks. and no, it is not the usual messenger bag you see college-goers carrying around.
This latest avatar of sling bag comes with a makeover too. Some of the sling bags look similar to a clutch, except that they have a thin chain attached to them. This bedazzled version of the sling bag can hold a few of your essentials such as your lipsticks or lip balm, kajal, ID cards, keys and purse. It is ideal with party wear and is not advisable for daily use.
The non-bling version of your sling bag, which has a small compartment, can be taken out for a quick hang-out at the coffee shop or for light shopping.
If you are a light traveller and do not prefer heavy or large hand bags, the next best option is the sling. For those who have a fetish for leather, though your colour choices are limited to browns, blacks and sometimes mustard yellow and green, they can give you a chic and classy look at the same time.
HOW TO WEAR A SLING BAG
Since the sling of the bag is thin and the compartment is small, it looks good with any outfit you wear. While wearing it with something traditional, see to it that it is worn on any one comfortable shoulder. When teaming it up with jean and tees, palazzo pants or even a kurtha and legging, the sling bag can be worn across the torso. A studded glittering sling bag is best worn with party wear, traditional or otherwise.
HOW NOT TO WEAR IT
A bedazzled sling bag is not the best choice to go along with a daily wear, especially to the office.