According to Brazilians, less is more. Nothing but a tuft of hair down there. Legs so svelte you can’t pinch an inch. And bikinis so skimpy they nearly bare it all.

But when it comes to handbags, they think bigger is better.

At least that’s the case with Elisa Atheniense’s incredibly fashionable, roomy bags. Made of soft leather with hammered metal accents, the carryalls come in eye-catching colors (black, chocolate, gold, gunmetal, and nude) and styles (bowling, hobo, handle, and pouch).

Details like double-zip closures, leather ties, and flap pockets make for a smart look, and their sheer size can accommodate your kooky habit of lugging around everything under the sun: Sidekick, yoga clothes, magazines, iPod, notepads, water bottle, even a sweater.

Think of them as a way to spice up your wardrobe while making everything just a little sexier.

Coming from a Brazilian, we wouldn’t expect anything less.

Available online at shopbop.com.