A ladies handbag – her best friend?

In times when fashion is a strong determinant of one’s self image and personality, it very important for women to know which accessory will complement their outfits. With the variety of handbags and purses available in the market women can now find a bag to suit every occasion. Read more to find out about the types of handbags that women can choose from.

Fashion for most is a social statement and an outward means of expression towards peers, family and the rest of the world. It is a way of self-expression and an expression of one’s personality. Fashion is important for both men and women. It is in fact an increasingly growing trend amongst teenagers and even kids! Accessories form an extremely important part of fashion- to complement what one wears. Accessories may include belts, bangles, clutch bags, jackets, shawls, jewellery, sunglasses, etc. In this world of accessories, no one can under-estimate the importance of a purse and what it can do to a woman’s look. Every woman wants a bag to match her outfit, shoes and occasion that she uses it for. Whether it’s a college student or a working professional, handbags for women are always required!

  

There are a variety of ladies handbags to choose from. They may be of different types such as:

• Tote Bag : These are handheld bags which are relatively large in size. A bag which is quite spacious and can be used to carry anything and everything.
  
    

• Hobo Bag : A hobo bag is a style of handbag/purse which is large in size and is characterised by a crescent shape. It has a slouchy posture and uses a long strap which is used to wear over the shoulder.    

• Clutch Bag : The clutch is a dressy and fashionable type of handbag which is used while going for parties most of the time. It is a strapless bag and is designed to be held in the hand. Some clutch bags may have a detachable chain or a leather strap so that one can wear them over the shoulder. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colours and designs. Usually they are decorated with tassels, loops or other decorative items.

• Baguette Bag : A baguette bag is a purse which is long from one end to the other and small/short from the top to the bottom. It basically imitates a baguette with a handle.

• Bucket Bag : A bucket bag is a bag which is a roomy type of bag which is shaped like a bucket. It usually has an open top and a shoulder strap.
  

• Envelope bag : An envelope bag, as its name suggest imitates the shape of an envelope. It is a flat, square and rectangular shaped bag with a triangular shaped top flap which folds over like an envelope. 

• Fold over Clutch bag : A fold over clutch bag is relatively bigger clutch bag with or without a handle that can be tucked or folded.

• Messenger Bag : A messenger bag is a big shaped bag with a long strap that is to be worn across the body (wind across the chest, resting the bag on the lower back). 

 Besides these types of bags, there also be Minaudiere, Muff, Straddle bags, satchels, shoulder bags, sling bags or weekend bags. With a wide variety of shoe outlets available in the country as well as their presence online, you will never run short of variety!