As the wild and crazy (an understatement) 2020 comes to a close, festive shades, as well as rich jewel tones, are the preferred colour palette of the season, in anticipation of a better year. The language of colour is significant here because it doesn’t just reveal one’s personal aesthetic preference, but can also portray one’s mood, state of mind, and even hidden desires!

For the holidays, let the neutrals take a backseat and bring in the reds, purples, golds, greens, and burgundies. Red is the most visible colour within the spectrum and is most associated with the holidays as it symbolises love, passion, and energy. Purple is associated with royalty, luxury, and wealth while gold is best known as the colour of success and prosperity. Green is considered to be the colour of life and growth, and is said to bring about harmony and balance, while burgundy signifies opulence, sophistication, and ambition.

Here are five colourful bags that can instantly pump up your mood, add oomph to your look, and, with great hope, attract what you want and ensure that your 2021 will be off to a great start.

Lanvin Pencil Cat Bag

This Lanvin bag is rich in burgundy calf leather. The special piece is quite unlike other designer bags because of its ornate brass-top handle in the shape of a sleek, spotted feline. Its rectangular lunchbox shape isn’t bulky but holds plenty, and is versatile enough for day-to-night use. She is definitely a conversation starter!

Hermes Kelly Pocket to Go Pochette

A recent addition to the Kelly Pocket line at Hermes, this flat, zipped wristlet features a corner-tilted Kelly Pocket. This makes a great “on-the-go” bag because of its size – it is convenient and light but roomy enough to fit your mobile phone and a card case-type wallet. It’s perfect for a quick trip to the store or for those much-anticipated get-togethers with friends or family. 

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