Messenger:
one long strap worn
across the body, inspired by bags worn by urban messengers to deliver business
mail, a modern silhouette. Messenger bags are also often called crossbody
bags because of how they are worn. These bags are great because you can't loose
them when they are worn in the intended manner. Worn across the body, messenger
bag come in a variety of styles and sizes. Crossbody bags are commonly worn by
students and travelers.
Minaudière:
a small rectangular evening bag, usually hard-bodied, sometimes held inside a
soft fabric bag that serves as a sleeve.
Muff: a winter bag made of real or faux
fur, wool or velvet that has zippered compartments and a slip opening for
placing your hands. Great way to keep your hands warm.
Pocketbook: small
purse, rectangular shape. In the United States a pocketbook is synonymous
with "Handbag". A bag for carrying possessions or money, sometimes known
in American English as a pocketbook.
Pouch: small bag
such as a pocket, teabag, money bag, sporran, etc.
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