Oct 2, 2014

Heavy Purse? 5 Smart Ways to Lighten Your Load

by Kat Collings

1. Swap your wallet for a cardholder.

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Adam Katz Sinding of Le 21Eme

This editor recently ditched her clunky wallet for a cardholder, and is never looking back. You really only need a few cards and a bit of cash on a daily basis, and the weight difference of a cardholder is substantial. Tip: Get yours monogrammed for a personalized touch.

2. Take two bags.

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Stockholm Street Style

Items like a laptop, water bottle, and books should go in a second tote to spread out the weight. Make sure to wear one bag on either side to keep your spine in alignment.

3. Edit your beauty products.

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Adam Katz Sinding of Le 21Eme

Why not embrace the of-the-moment no-makeup look? Or, if you’re a product junkie, consider limiting yourself to three must-have cosmetics. We promise one lip color is enough! You can also try looking for products that do double-duty, like Too Faced’s Beach Bunny Bronzer ($30), which can also be used as eye shadow.

4. Clean out heavy items like coins.

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Adam Katz Sinding of Le 21Eme

A collection of coins is the quickest way to feel weighed down, but items like a hard sunglasses case, hairbrush, and planner can also be culprits of a heavy purse.

5. Get a smaller purse.