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Clutch Bags: What They Are and How to Choose One

A clutch bag is a small, handheld bag with no shoulder strap, carried in the hand or tucked under the arm. It differs from a wris…

Canvas Tote Bags: Fabric, Construction, and How to Choose One

A canvas tote bag is a carryall made from plain-weave cotton or linen, usually with two handles and either an open top or a zip c…

Bags and Purses: What's the Difference and How to Choose

A bag is the broad category term for any container with an opening used to carry things, while a purse is a smaller personal-carr…

What Is a Kimono? Fabric, Styles, and How It's Used in Bags

A kimono is a traditional Japanese robe made from rectangular panels of fabric, wrapped left over right and secured with a sash c…

What Are Japanese Bags? Styles, Materials, and How to Choose One

Japanese bags are bags designed in Japan or made with Japanese materials and craft traditions—most recognizably kimono-fabric clu…