It was love at first sight when I saw this burgundy tote handbag on the Vadney Kim Boutique Instagram page. I am not a tote carrying kinda girl – I’m more of a clutch carrier myself. But the basket weave detailing and burgundy color caught my attention. The jewel tone can go with so many fall and winter colors. It is large enough to fit my iPad or Macbook inside. And I still have room for lip gloss and snacks. Because you gotta have snacks.

[pullquote width=”300″ float=”left”]Remember, pieces do not have to match each other – they just have to ‘go’ with each other.[/pullquote]The cool thing about a signature handbag like this is that you don’t have to worry about finding pieces that match the color. You can pair them with pieces that have contrasting or complimentary colors. Remember, pieces do not have to match each other. They just have to ‘go’ with each other. Mixing prints, textures, and colors is what makes your personal style unique to you. Here is a personal style lookbook I put together to make this burgundy tote handbag stand out in the crowd.

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Forever 21 Teal open-front boyfriend blazer – get it here | Forever 21 Grey and black houndstooth print sweater – similar one here | Forever 21 Over the knee faux leather boots with antique gold buttons and buckles – similar pair here

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Forever 21 Houndstooth Shawl Front Blazer – get it here | Forever 21 Button Down Shirt – get it here | Target Black round neck knit sweater – similar one here | Old Navy Oxford shoes – similar pair here, high-end pair here

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Thrifted Tan suede leather coat with faux fur – similar high-end one here | Forever 21 Slub knit tee – similar one here | Forever 21 Long flat chain link necklace – get it here | Forever 21 Tan faux suede wedge boots – similar pair here

[question]Which look was your favorite? Tell me in the comments below![/question]