Nine West Handbags

Company Background

Nine West was established in 1978 and given its name based on the corporate address of 9 West 57th Street, New York City. While their beginnings were only in footwear, Nine West has now expanded into handbags, wallets, sunglasses, jewelry, clothing, hosiery, belts and watches. As part of the renowned Jones Apparel Group, Nine West is a high fashion shoe vender with accessories designed to match.

Due to the company’s success with affordable fashion, it has continued to grow and flourish. Some of the most recent additions have been suits, luggage, scarves, wraps and even kids’ footwear.

Fashion Philosophy

As a direct competitor with Guess, Nine West handbags have a western originated style. Fashion is certainly Nine West’s middle name, with short-term handbags at average prices as their image. From chic looks taken straight from the fashion runways, Nine West handbags create some of the most trendsetting concepts of the season.

Their target audience is the younger woman, who wants the fashion, without the designer price. Fashion leadership is their goal with lifestyle versions of all the runway classics.

Trends from Nine West Handbags

With ads in some of the hottest women’s fashion magazines, you can easily visit the current Nine West looks of the season. Check out their recent launch in InStyle, Vogue, Lucky, Elle or visit their website for the complete selection. With something for all walks of life, Nine West handbags cover a wide range of purse categories, with a few selected bags in each one. You can find something for any event or activity, from evening bags to hobos, from totes to satchels; they have the top fashion looks for each class.

Size and Detail

Nine West handbags don’t want you to live the bag lady life -- their latest styles are all geared for the petite bag persona. Even the totes are at the smaller end of the spectrum. Colors stick to the basics, adding pop with reds and gold. They are complete with flashy metal clasps and chains, along with many extra metallic embellishments.

The Latest Looks

Coordinating their handbag looks with matching shoes, some of the top visions from Nine West include:

• Patent Leather: Shiny and metallic, this style adds evening glamour to any daytime look.
• Go Grey: With any shade imaginable. Although typically a blah color, grey has been spiced up at Nine West.
• Red: Need we say more? Sassy, and strong, red is a revamped classic.
• Animal Prints: Roaring and raging, these prints continue to dominate the fashion marketplace.

More Hot Styles

• The Belt Bag: Why not be completely hands-free with a bag that literally dangles from your belt. Wrap it around your waist for a stress free evening of fun.
• Peri Frame Satchel: A simple elegant bag with a comfortable organized appearance, this satchel offers an internal zippered pocket and four separate pouches.
• Animal Print Tote: Go shopping in style with Nine West’s In Your Dreams Tote. Complete with tassel and western stitching, you are then set for a trip to the local rodeo.