Carrying a shoulder bag always comes in handy, whether it's for a long shopping trip, hauling kids back and forth to appointments and practices, or just climbing the stairs to your apartment after work, a bag that's worn on the shoulder frees up your hands to carry and handle other items more easily. Shoulder bags are meant for all seasons. It's a classic. It is the ultimate bag if you have to have only one. It comes in different sizes and different fabrics. This bag will never go out of style. So, when it comes to choosing a comfortable and gorgeous looking shoulder bag what should a woman look for?

Things to take into consideration when shopping for a shoulder bag is size, style, adjustable straps, organization and most importantly, comfort. There are numerous styles you can choose from, but we're going to look at the 4 most convenient styles for shoulder bags.

The first style is the drawstring shoulder bag. It is simply a bag that is closed at the top with a drawstring. The Vera Bradley Drawstring Shoulder Bag draws upon your inner fashion diva! An easy to use drawstring opening and roomy interior make the Drawstring Shoulder Bag ideal for girls who need to carry it all. Schoolbooks, work materials, cosmetics and wallet all fit inside. The MCM Sportivo Drawstring Shoulder Bag is effortless style with luxurious textured leather. The Catina Drawstring Casual Handbag by Elliott Lucca shows of lush patchwork leather with covered diamond rivets and soft knot details which give this drawstring handbag an edgy and feminine appeal. The lining features two multi use pockets, and a zipper closure back wall pocket. Casares Drawstring Casual Handbag by Elliott Lucca is made from leather and features a drawstring closure, a cotton lining with two multi-function pockets and a zippered back wall pocket, and an attached shoulder strap.

The second style is the hobo shoulder bag. The hobo style is a crescent-shaped, usually unstructured bag. Nino Bossi Large Shoulder Hobo handbags holds everything and is a great looking bag. It also comes in fabulous colors like sunset, mustard, green and plum. Get out and about in style with the Guess by Marciano Tula Hobo bag. This versatile women's purse features an ostrich-embossed faux leather exterior with a shiny silvertone triple-G logo. Kiki's Messenger hobo shoulder bag by Clava is a gorgeous glazed leather bag with fun "denim jeans" detailing can be carried as shoulder bag or sling.

The third style we like is the front flap shoulder bag. Flap style shoulder bags have a flap enclosure that folds over, typically about midway down the front of the bag, with a clasp, turn-key, snap, or other fastener. Show off your boisterous personality with the Be & D 'Large' Chain Strap Shoulder Bag. This exquisite bag is an attention grabber. Around Town Bagg Fabric Handbag by baggallini takes you from drab to fab in a blink of an eye. Add pizzazz to your mundane Monday with a splash of brilliant color. Complete this look with the set of Three 8" Red Cinnabar Hand-Carved Bangle Bracelets and Steve Madden's Loyyall red suede peekaboo heels.

The final style would be the structure shoulder bag. We always say don't take fashion too seriously, but these are some seriously structured bags! Sandy Medium Handbag by Charles L Thomas (Pecan) is uniquely shaped yet classically elegant this structured shoulder bag really exudes luxury and quality. With clean curved lines and luxurious look and feel, this is a bag sure to grab attention! Wear your ladylike polish on your sleeve or rather your shoulder, with the smartly structured Gareth Shoulder bags. The Stella Red Tote Bag by Ellington is gorgeous with water resistance and a striking nod of urban sophistication.`