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• Alligator Skin

  A reptile hide featuring a wide, boxed print.[...]
  Antiqued

  A type of surface treatment that has a rubbed-off, worn appearance and texture.[...]
  Antiqued Leather

  leather with a smooth finish and a mottled, mellow look. The grain of crushed leather is accented by shrinking.[...]
  Applique

  A decorative element composed of beads, embroidery, metal, painted fabric or leather that is applied to a handbag's[...]
• ARCUATE

  Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry's[...]
  Athletic bag

  A soft, roomy bag used to carry sporting equipment and apparel to the gym.[...]
  Backpack

  A bag that is supported by the shoulders with double handles and lies across the back. Backpacks are supported[...]
  Baguette

  A handbag that is long and narrow in shape similar to a French bread loaf.[...]
• Bakelite

  is the brand name of a type of resin or plastic commonly used in vintage accessories and findings. Bakelite was[...]
  Barrel

  A cylindrical bag that resembles a barrel.[...]
  BASCHINA

  Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry's[...]
  Beaded

  A handbag that is decorated with beads and/or sequins. Both casual handbags and evening bags can be decorated[...]
• Beadwork

  Decorative embellishment composed of beads and/or sequins. [...]
  Belt bag

  A purse that fastens around the waist, as a belt. The bag of the belt bag is sometimes removable. Also called "fanny[...]
  Billfold

  a flat wallet with a clip or slip-in compartment, which holds bills.[...]
  Bowler

  As the image implies, this bag is shaped like a bowling ball. The bag usually has reinforced straps and a half[...]
• Box handbag

  rigid bag shaped purse, square or rectangle in shape, with a variety metal, bone, shell or wooden handle.[...]
  Bracelet Handle

  A handle made in the shape of a complete closed circle. [...]
  Braided Handle

  Handles made of braided strips of leather or cloth. Often braided around a soft foam or rope core.[...]
  Briefcase

  A small case with hard sides that is carried by hand that holds papers, books, or other materials for business[...]
• Brocade

  Fabric featuring raised patterns or designs in its weave.[...]
  Brushed Hardware

  Hardware that looks as if it was brushed over leaving streaks. This yields a slightly duller look than the more[...]
  Bucket

  roomy bag shaped like a bucket, usually has an open top and shoulder strap. [...]
  Bucket Bag

  Bag that is taller than it is wide with a rounded bottom. Named because they resemble a bucket shape. [...]
• Buffed

  Leather which has been smoothed or sueded by mechanical sanding.[...]
  Burlap

  a coarsely textured material used to make casual bags such as school bags, backpacks and satchels. [...]
  Calfskin

  leather made from the hide of young cattle. Calfskin has a soft, smooth texture which makes it desirable for[...]
  Camera bag

  an adaptation of bags used to carry photographic equipment. Today�s camera bags are rectangular with many[...]
• Canteen bag

  a round, stiff bag that resembles a traveler�s water flask. Canteen bags typically have a shoulder strap.[...]
  Canvas

  a durable and good looking, somewhat water resistant material that is popular in backpacks and school bags.[...]
  Card case

  a hard case typically the perfect size and shape to hold business cards.[...]
  Card case

  a hard case typically the perfect size and shape to hold business cards. [...]
• Carpet bag

  a large satchel-like bag, typically used for carry-on luggage and made out of carpet fabric. [...]
  Center Divider

  A thin, vertical center section which divides a bag interior into two or more sections. The divider itself usually[...]
  Change purse

  a small purse just large enough to hold loose change. Maybe attached to a handbag; closes with a zipper, clasp[...]
  Clasp

  A fastening mechanism usually made of metal, which is intended to hold a handbag strap to a handbag. [...]
• Clutch

  a bag with no handles that must be carried clasped in one hand or under the arm. Similar to an envelope. [...]
  Coin Purse

  Sometimes called change purses. A coin purse is a small bag designed to hold coins and other small items.[...]
  Compartment

  A large section in the interior of a handbag.[...]
  Computer Bag

  A purse usually a tote or shoulder bag specially designed to carry a laptop and its accessories. See also shoulder[...]
• Convertible bag

  a bag with a handle that can be tucked or folded inside, in order to turn it into a clutch.[...]
  Convertible Satchel

  A satchel with double handles that can be carried by hand or worn over the shoulder.[...]
  Corduroy

  Cotton fabric with vertical ribs (raised lines).[...]
  Cosmetic case

  bags of varying sizes and shapes with a zip closure lined to hold cosmetics.[...]
• Cotton

  various prints and textures are used to make novelty handbags, book bags, cosmetic bags, etc.[...]
  Cowhide

  leather made from adult cattle. [...]
  Crescent

  a semi-circle shaped bag, typically featuring zipper top closure and long, thin shoulder strap.[...]
  Crochet

  A type of needlework material constructed by looping yarn with a hooked needle.[...]
• Crococodile skin

  A reptile hide featuring a wide, boxed print.[...]
  Crocodile Look

  An embossed pattern simulating the skin of a crocodile.[...]
  Cross-Body Bags

  Typically smaller in size, these bags are meant to be worn across the body to allow you be hands-free while on[...]
  Crushed leather

  see "antiqued."[...]
• Demi Handbag

  A small handbag with a single carrying hanle at the top. The handle or strap can be worn over the shoulder but is[...]
  Denim

  A coarse woven cotton. Usually found in jeans.[...]
  Diaper Bags

  Bags that often feature many pockets and compartments designed to carry everything one needs to take care of[...]
  Distressed

  see "antiqued."[...]
• Doctor's Bag

  Features easy access to contents and a good use of space. This bag is of course modeled after the traditional[...]
  Double Handle

  A handbag that comes with two handles.[...]
  Double Zippy

  A handbag with two zippers, as opposed to a single zipper that opens the top portion of the handbag.[...]
  Drawstring

  a soft bag with a gathered drawstring closure. The drawstring, once synched, may form into purse straps or have[...]
• Drawtop Bag

  Typically a bag made of cloth that has a string attached to the top. When pulled, it closes the top portion of the[...]
  Duffel

  typically a bag that is long, horizontal and cylinder in shape with short handles. This type of bag is ideal for[...]
  Dust Cover

  A cloth drawstring bag used to protect a handbag when it's not being used. [...]
  East-West

  Describes a handbag shape which is wider than it is long.[...]
• Eco-Friendly

  Bags made with materials that benefit the environment in some way. Earth-friendly bags include those made[...]
  Embossed

  A term used to describe leather or faux-leather with a design imprinted on it. Often exotic skins like croco[...]
  Embroidery

  Decorative stitching, made by hand or machine, used to form designs and patterns.[...]
  Envelope

  a flat, square or rectangular bag with a triangle-shaped top flap that folds over like an envelope. [...]
• Evening Bags

  A clutch, shoulder bag, wristlet, or other style handbag designed for use during special occasions and with[...]
  Exotics

  Typically referred to rare type of handbag materials that include crocodile, alligator, stingray, fish,[...]
  Fanny Pack

  A bag worn on the waist designed to carry small items and daily essentials especially during travel, running[...]
  Faux Leather

  Faux leather refers to materials that look and feel like leather but are actually synthetic. Faux leather materials[...]
• Feed bag

  a drawstring bag, usually with a shoulder strap, shaped like a horse�s feed bag; also referred to as a bucket[...]
  Feet

  Knobs applied to the bottom of a handbag so that it may stand on its own when not being carried. These function[...]
  Fishing creel

  a woven basket with a flap top and shoulder strap; originally carried by fly fishermen to keep their catch fresh.[...]
  Flap Bag

  A purse that features a folding flap closure.[...]
• Flat Bottom

  A fairly stiff bottom suitable for storing a larger number and a more orderly storage of those items.[...]
  Flight bag

  used by passengers and crew to carry on belongings aboard a plane, often has a flight insignia and used rather[...]
  Frame handbag

  a handbag with a strong, typically angular structure.[...]
  Garment Bag

  A type of luggage designed to store and carry on a hanger garments such as business suits or other types of clothing[...]
• Glazed leather

  has a polished finish but not quite as high gloss as patent leather.[...]
  Grommet

  A ring inserted into a hole through the material. Small grommets are often called eyelets.[...]
  Gusset

  The triangular end piece of a handbag which gives depth and roominess to the shape. [...]
  Half moon bag

  any bag shaped like a half moon, with or without a handle of various sizes.[...]
• Haute Couture

  French for “high sewing” or “high dressmaking” common name for custom made clothing in Paris. Usually[...]
  Hobo bag

  a soft, large and slouchy bag that has a zip top and shoulder strap, , looks similar to a wide sack. Tends to crunch[...]
  Imitation Leather

  Any synthetic material made to look like leather.[...]
  Inside Zip Pocket

  A pocket on the inside of the bag closed off by a small zipper. Typically located at the back of the bag.[...]
• Kelly Bag

  A type of handbag made popular by Grace Kelly. It is hard-sided handbag with a triangular profile and has a hinged[...]
  Kip

  also called steer hide, is a type of leather taken from older cattle, not as supple as calfskin. [...]
  Kiss Lock Closure

  A handbag closure featuring two tilted balls that snap closed with a socket groove and open when twisted between[...]
  Knockoff

  An authentic handbag or fashion accessory is the original, designed and manufactured by the designer name[...]
• Laptop Bag

  A bag used to carry laptops, iPads or other portable eletronic devices. Typically has a single handle and is[...]
  Linen

  woven from flax, is a spring classic.[...]
  Lining

  The surface material featured on a handbag's interior.[...]
  Lizard

  Leather made from the skin of a lizard, typically with a specked, grainy appearance.[...]
• Lucite

  Trademark name of a type of acrylic resin/plastic consisting essentially of polymerized methyl methacrylate.[...]
  Luggage Handle

  Has the same rigid shape as the handle of an ordinary suitcase. May be made of metal covered with leather or material.[...]
  Magnetic Closure

  Closure formed by two attracting magnets. Often, the magnets are covered by leather.[...]
  Messenger bag

  A bag that has straps that crosses over the body, usually holds books or a laptop. A traveling type bag. The history[...]
• Microfiber

  A synthetic fiber that is woven to have the texture of natural fiber cloth.[...]
  Minaudiere

  a small evening bag embezzled with pieces of metal, semi precious stones or beads and covered with fabric or[...]
  Muff

  a winter bag made of real of faux fur, wool or velvet that has zippered compartments and a slip opening for your[...]
  Nappa Leather

  Soft, full grain leather made from unsplit animal skin - often sheep or lamb.[...]
• Naugahide

  A man-made material meant to simulate leather. Also known as "synthetic leather."[...]
  Needlepoint

  has a tapestry appearance and has a heavy, ornamental fabric used to make knitting bags and carpetbags. [...]
  North-South

  Describes a long narrow shape. [...]
  Nylon

  Considered to be the strongest man-made fabric. Highly resistant to abrasion and stains. Nylon is often used[...]
• Open Pocket

  A pocket that does not feature a closure at the top. Also known as an "Open Top".[...]
  Open Top

  The top is usually open so that it can be easily reached into. Often closed off by only a magnetic closure. Also[...]
  Organizer Bags

  Handbags with compartments and pockets for organized storage of makeup, wallets, coin purses, appointment[...]
  Oversized Bag

  A bag that is typically larger than traditional handbags.[...]
• Paisley

  a pattern based on a looped shape that is round at one end, and narrow and curled at the other. Paisley print is[...]
  Patent leather

  an extremely high gloss type of leather finish. [...]
  Peau de soie

  a dull type of satin used to make evening bags. [...]
  Petit point

  it refers to a very fine cross stitch worked by hand. Fine petit points are almost always imported.[...]
• Pigskin Leather

  Leather made from the skin of pigs.[...]
  Piping

  A decorative, narrow strip of leather that typically follows the seam of a shoe.[...]
  Pleated

  Material folded onto itself and held in place. Normally, it is folded many times to form a series of pleats. [...]
  Pochette

  A small handbag with oval shape. [...]
• Polyurethane (PU)

  A man-made material meant to simulate leather. PU is light, flexible and durable. Also known as "synthetic[...]
  Portfolio

  A leather or fabric case for carrying paper or notebooks. Typically features a flap closure.[...]
  Pouch

  a gathered or straight bag evening bag.[...]
  Pull tie

  A fabric or leather string that is woven through small holes along the upper circumference of a bag in order to[...]
• Purse

  A small bag for carrying money and/or other small necessities.[...]
  PVC

  Short for Polyvinyl Chloride. A type of shiny, flexible plastic often used in place of patent leather or rubber.[...]
  Quilted bag

  is quilted in texture and typically has a chain strap or handle.[...]
  Raffia

  A natural, weavable fiber from palms.[...]
• Reptile

  skins from snakes, turtles and lizards used to make handbags. Reptile is distinguishable by its scaly pattern[...]
  Retro

  The term retro refers to clothing, style, and design which is outdated. Generally to be considered retro, something[...]
  Rhinestones

  An imitation gem made of glass, paste or quartz.[...]
  Safari

  a soft leather bag with a curved shape, a top zipper, two top straps or handles, and two outside pockets with flaps[...]
• Satchel

  a bag with a wide, flat bottom, zippered or clasped top, two handles or straps. The satchel style was inspired[...]
  Satin

  A lustrous, soft fabric with glossy sheen and soft, slippery texture.[...]
  School bag

  a roomy bag with a snap, clasp or buckle top flap and one wide shoulder strap; often a thicker variation of the[...]
  Sequin

  Collection of small disks sewn onto cloth to form patterns or completely cover the bag. Disks can be different[...]
• Shearling

  Sheepskin or lambskin with the wool still attached. Used often as a lining for shoes and boots.[...]
  Sheep

  light, fine grain leather used to make imported bags.[...]
  Shopper

  A rectangular bag perfect for shopping.[...]
  Shoulder bag

  any bag with a shoulder strap. [...]
• Side Leather

  Leather from the sides of cattle, divided by the backbone.[...]
  Signature Bag

  This type of bag has become well known due to the signature logo affixed to the bag. Typically a well known designer’s[...]
  Silk

  used for elegant evening bags, sometimes beading is incorporated. [...]
  Sling Bag

  Backpacks with one strap that are designed to be carried on one shoulder.[...]
• Smokey Hardware

  Hardware with a dark gray/silver hue resembling smoke.[...]
  Smooth Leather

  Any leather that is smooth on the surface, without pebbling, or noticeable grain.[...]
  Snakeskin

  Leather made from the skin of snakes, with a rough, scaly texture.[...]
  Speedy

  A popular handbag produced by Louis Vuitton. Known for its traditional style and being suitable for a variety[...]
• Straw

  hand woven willow or rattan used to make summer bags and picnic baskets. Straw bags have been basic summer accessories[...]
  Studs

  A decorative metal button attached to a piece of fabric or leather via pointed shanks on its back. These shanks[...]
  Suede

  a treatment applied to the flesh side of a skin to produce a napped, velvet-like finish. [...]
  Suitcase

  A somewhat flat rectangular-shaped bag with rounded corners, either hard plastic or soft or made of cloth,[...]
• Swagger

  a roomy, framed bag with two straps or handles, open outside pockets and a zippered or clasped open top. [...]
  Synthetic leather

  any man-made material meant to simulate leather.[...]
  Taffeta

  A stiff, crisp, and smooth fabric with a glossy shine on both sides. Often used in evening bags.[...]
  Top Grain Leather

  The top layer of leather (leather is split into multiple layers before it is used).[...]
• Top Zip

  Describes a bag with a main opening that can be zipped shut.[...]
  Top-Handle

  A handle not long enough to go over the shoulder, designed to be held in the hand[...]
  Topstitch

  A line of stitching bordering the edge or seam of a material. Topstitching threads can be the same color as the[...]
  Tote

  a bag inspired by a shopping bag, which is sturdy and rectangular with an open top and two strap handles. The inside[...]
• Trim

  A decorative material along the edges of a handbag.[...]
  Velvet

  A rich, lustrous fabric used for evening bags. It has luster and richness which make it ideal for dressier bags.[...]
  Vinyl

  Short for polyvinyl chloride (P.V.C.), vinyl is a shiny plastic often used for coating shoes.[...]
  Wallet

  hard or soft, with zippers or snaps, has compartments for coins, bills, credit cards, etc.[...]
• Weekender

  A Weekender bag is just a life style. It has no special pattern, as long as can contain clothes for travelling[...]
  Whip stitch

  Widely placed stitches over the surface of a fabric or leather as a decorative element or to bind two pieces of[...]
  Wristlet

  A clutch or wallet carried on the wrist by a small attached loop.[...]