The fashionista to put it simply, lives for fashion. She is always outfitted in the latest fashion trends, so it goes without saying that she loves her designer labels. She is on the cutting edge of fashion when it comes to clothes, shoes and jewellery and would endure any pain or discomfort to be seen in the latest trend.

The idea is to be seen in the latest or for those who really take the business of being a fashion diva seriously – to be seen in a preview to the upcoming fashion trend before anyone else is wearing it. So how do you become a fashion diva?

1 Short of attending the major fashion shows in London, Paris, New York and Milan; or hiring your personal stylist or shopper – browse the online fashion magazines like style and vogue to keep abreast of the latest catwalk fashion.

2. For would be fashion divas on a budget remember the latest catwalk trends always filter down to the high street. After browsing the catwalk fashion online have a look at how the high street has translated the latest catwalk trends for its shoppers.

3. Join a Fashionista website. There are fashionista websites which you can join, for a fee of course, and be privy to the latest and hottest trends. Specifically with designer handbags, there are sites which when you pay a monthly fee, you can have the latest designer handbag of your choice on loan for a period of time and swap it when hotter trends are available. You can even buy the designer handbag if you so desire.

4. Be aware of what others are wearing. If you see a style or trend being worn too often that means that it is no longer cutting edge and has become mainstream fashion. When it comes to bags, it can be a sign that the “fake reproductions” or non authentic bags are on the market, so move on.