People either love or loathe the tiny-bag trend. I happen to be a fan of these teeny-tiny little purses, and I was absolutely thrilled when my husband, Pat, bought one for me for my birthday. It came in the most gorgeous shade of baby blue, and it was the cutest thing I’d ever seen (even next to my dog, Charlie). Right off the bat, I could see the shock on Pat’s face when he realized how small the Jacquemus bag actually was IRL. He thought it looked bigger online, which I found utterly amusing.
Sure, it’s not the most practical bag in the world – I happened to forget my phone behind on my first night of using it – but fashion is all about having fun, and in the famous words of Marie Kondo, it sparks joy in my life. I think the appeal behind the style stems from the fact that it gives any outfit a little dose of personality, and it doesn’t hurt that they are cute as heck. It shows you don’t take yourself too seriously, and the minis also teach you how to downsize. The size forces you to only carry essentials like your ID, credit card, and lip balm and get rid of all the clutter in your bag. If you are wondering how exactly to style your mini since it can feel a bit daunting at first, I’m breaking down some easy options for you to give a try. Thanks to some of my favorite street style stars, I’m showing you 14 easy ways to style your tiny bag ahead.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
I styled my baby-blue Jacquemus bag with a printed Ganni turtleneck, an Arrivals leather jacket, and chunky Prada combat boots.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
Wear one around your neck and keep it casual with a blazer, jeans, and sneakers.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
Match a yellow one with thigh-high boots, a checkered blazer, and a white button-down shirt worn as a dress.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
Style your mini with a turtleneck, a blazer, a fringed skirt, and sneakers for a street-style-ready look.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
For a pop of color, carry a yellow one with a navy blazer, mom jeans, and black heels.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
For a ’70s look, carry an orange one with a printed top, a colorful blazer, and a scarf tied around your head.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
For a sleek look, style a button-down dress with brown thigh-high boots and a chain-link mini.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
For a night out, style a black dress with a bright orange mini.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
Your black bag can act as a neutral when paired with a printed scarf and skirt.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
Break up a monochrome red look by carrying a little bag and wearing matching combat boots.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
Choose a fringed style to make a statement, and wear it with a blazer and plaid pants.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
For a Winter-ready outfit, wear one crossbody with a pink puffer and colorful scarf.
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
Sling one around your body, and style it with a pink sweater and trousers. You can carry a bigger bag around your waist if you need more space!
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How to Style a Tiny Bag
Don’t be afraid to mix and match prints. Carry an animal-print style with a floral puffer and thigh-high boots.
