MAN

Briefcase / Attache

The classic shape (without the sharp corners), buckles, leather exterior, and practical interior compartments help make this bag a timeless addition to any working-man’s wardrobe.

Messenger Bag

Often made from canvas and swung across the shoulder.

Classic Duffel / Carry-all Bag

A large bag that can be held by a strap or handles, typically used for travel or sports.

Vertical Messenger Bag

A more square version of the messenger bag.

Newsboy Bag / Satchel

It’s similar to the messenger bag’s style, but its traditional canvas exterior makes it a little less formal than the latter.

WOMEN

Backpack

A sack secured with two straps that go over the shoulders and is carried on your back.

The Cross-body

Any bag with a long strap that hangs off your shoulder and across your body.

The Evening Clutch

A small, handheld bag.

Bucket

Typically a crossbody bag, this style’s round or oval bottom and drawstring closure give it the appearance of a bucket.

Trapeze

Tote

A medium to large open-topped bag with two top handles

Envelope

Typically a clutch or chain-strap bag, this rectangular style resembles an envelope because of its fold-over closure.

The Casual Day Bag/ Weekend bag

A large, wide bag with a top opening and two handles. Informal-looking.

Cosmetic Bag

Bags of varying sizes and shapes with a zip closure lined to hold cosmetics.

Hobo bag

A large crescent-shaped shoulder bag or any large bag that hangs from your shoulder and has a main compartment closure (unlike the “tote” which is normally open top)

Satchel

A small bag worn over the shoulder that closes with a flap and often buckles.

Saddle

A U-shaped design based on the bags attached behind the saddle on a horse, bicycle, or motorcycle.

Minaudière

A small, metal evening bag adorned with ornamentation like jewels or beads and often has a chain strap for carrying.

Frame

A handbag with a strong, typically angular structure.

Doctor bag

A stiff, rectangular bag with a flat bottom and a top, center closure.

Wristlet

A small clutch shaped bag that comes with an attached leather or bracelet-looking strap allowing you to hold your bag and dance freely.

Conclusion

There are a variety type of bags available in different shapes, sizes, materials, colors & form. They each have different purpose- informal, formal, for gym, prom etc.

-DN