Making its presence felt quite brazenly on the catwalks of the world this season is the bag. It has become an item without which an ensemble is neither complete or in vogue. The man bag is, in most instances, large and boldly masculine in appearance. Just as with women’s bags, functionality underlies its rise to high fashion but has also become a clear statement of being in vogue. The look this season is for highly prominent tote bags, shoulder bags and outsized travel bags, although many fashion houses have trimmed the size of their bags since the 2010 season but the college boy still underpins the designs following the successes of 2010. Matching shoes and bags, at least as far as color is concerned, is very stylish. The shoulder bag is going to be big for some time as they are convenient for they leave the hands free. There is a very clear distinction between the formal and the informal look and it would be best to ensure one of each in your wardrobe. For formal business wear, the leather look is most elegant, while the rough canvas look enhances a sporty look. The tote too has differing styles for the business and casual look. A solid square tote from one of the houses of fashion must accompany you to your meetings while the more relaxed barrel in bright colors will enhance any leisure outfit and excursion. Travel bags are big this fall and winter. The leisure tourist has a choice of classy travel bags in a wide range of fabrics and hues so that the adventure begins from the moment you pack your luggage while the sophisticated leather bags, often in two or three tones will appeal to the formal traveling man. The romantic clutch is a perennial in the restaurants and clubs at night but this fall and winter will see a more masculine flavor in the hard leather clutches or large wallets. Those who prefer something softer or more flamboyant for an evening will be wearing a range of dark shades from greens to blues and reds. Patent leather, especially if embossed, is very stylish. The more outlandish fashion followers will carry clutches in loud checks and bizarre patters this winter. It is the detail that sets bags apart this season. The slight reduction in size without compromising the masculinity hints at a greater assurance that this is really an item of fashion in the wardrobe of any modish male. Look for the variations of leather in all forms of the bag. With the thirties in mind, designers have played with two-toned and three-toned as well as patent leather. Finishes are important and either a gold or old brass clasp adds style. Straps are plentiful with shoulder straps being essential in complementary or contrasting color. To be sure that you are amongst the trendiest in your city you can do no better than to turn to the great fashion designers as there is not one of the greats who has not produced a stunning range of bags this season. Further reading – Hoodies For Men Or Superdry Bags