A handbag is a handled medium-to-large bag used to carry personal items such as money, keys and small cosmetics. It can be carried by the handles or over the shoulder with a strap. Handbags can be made from a variety of materials such as leather, fabric or imitation leather. Handbags can also have many internal compartments and pockets to organize belongings. They come in a wide range of sizes, from small clutch bags to large designer handbags. Shapes vary as well from oblongs to circular and U-shaped. Bags that have a string or cord cinch closure are sometimes called clutches or change purses.
The bag industry is highly competitive and handbag makers typically distribute their products through a number of channels including department stores, specialty shops, mass merchants or the Internet. The industry is very global in nature as the demand for handbags exists across borders.
When talking about fashion, a handbag is a key accessory that can be worn with almost any outfit. It is a great way to express one’s individual style and to add an extra touch of glamour to the woman’s attire. Handbags can be found in a multitude of colors and styles from basic, neutral shades such as black or tan to exotic prints and intricate designs.
Historically, women’s handbags were purchased in the hopes of matching them to their clothes. In more recent years, this rule has loosened and the average woman will own several handbags to match different outfits.
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