great question! first off, start with the neutrals you have in your wardrobe when putting together an outfit for your charcoal handbag. charcoal looks amazing against white and ivory-to-beige tones. also light browns like tan, khaki and toffee tones. for a tonal look, our charcoal combines perfectly with other shades of grey — we love it with a light grey cashmere, flannel or tartan when the weather is cool. blue jeans are always a winner with charcoal. for warmer weather, try it against your nautical blues and whites. the violet-blue straps of our crossbody bags really pop in that combo! forest green or olive green also pair well with our charcoal handbags. for more color, play with hues that complement the vibrant strap — try pastels, especially in the lavender range.