I'm thrilled to introduce a guest blogger here on Laptop Bag Lifeline - Marsha Hallet of Hallet Sweater Art!
Marsha is an experienced knitter and successful knitwear designer - and a savvy business woman with an MBA from the Anderson School of Business at UCLA. Sweaters from her previous company, Hallet Handknits, were featured in prominent catalogs such as Talbot's, Bullock & Jones and Paul Stuart and found in department stores like Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus.
Marsha's latest venture, Hallet Sweater Art, is a line of fabulous cashmere sweaters inspired by 20th century painters Matisse, Mondrian and Kandinsky. They're more than just chic sweaters - the optical illusions created by the shapes and patterns help elongate the body and flatter your figure - just in time for your fall wardrobe!
Since Marsha is an expert in helping women look their slimmest, I asked for her help in figuring out which laptop bags to include in my new section of Slender Fit Bags at CareerBags.com. Below, she shares her figure flattering advice with you.
Look Slimmer by Choosing the Right Accessories: The North/South Career Bag
by Marsha Hallet
When you want to look your slimmest, it's all about using balance and proportion to correctly define your appearance. You need to determine the correct ratio between your figure, your clothing choices, and your accessories. The shape and color of your career bag are important considerations when you want to look slimmer.
To elongate and slim your silhouette, the North/South rectangular career bag is your bag of choice. Within that category, the most slimming look is monochromatic. When the color of your bag matches or blends with what you are wearing, your figure will appear to be more slender. If your bag hangs at your hip, you can also achieve this effect by just matching your bag to your skirt or trouser.
Another way to achieve a slender look is to use color. Pick an accent color in your jacket or sweater and bring it down to your hip area with your career bag choice. This will elongate your figure.
Contrasting accessories have more visual impact and add power or brand your appearance. A contrast color bag must be of a size that is in relationship to your hip area. Bags that are too small make you look bigger.
Here are a few North/South suggestions for your fall wardrobe:
Designer Investment Laptop Bag for Fall: The Theresa Kathryn Parker Laptop Tote
Dressing for the job you want, not the job you have, applies to accessories too! The Parker Laptop Tote's luxurious look and classic lines make it an excellent investment for your wardrobe - and the vertical orientation and dark color will help give you a longer line.
Elegant Laptop Bag for Fall : The Siamod Genova Vertical Laptop Tote
The creamy colour and chic croc finish make the Genova ideal for all seasons. Pair it with a light-colored jacket or sweater to create a slim look.
Economic and Ergonomic Laptop Bag for Fall: The Ice Red Sirocco Urban Laptop Tote
The Sirocco is a more casual bag that offers great protection for your laptop at a great price. Plus, the North/South orientation of the bag and its bright red color help create a trimmer silhouette!
Thanks, Marsha! Check out these three bags and more in the Slender Fit Bags section at CareerBags.com - and be sure to visit Marsha's site, Hallet Sweater Art, to add some gorgeous cashmere to your fall wardrobe!
