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Petit point

it refers to a very fine cross stitch worked by hand. Fine petit points are
almost always imported.

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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
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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
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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.[...]