The big ba(n)g theory

 

Mulberry Handbag SS 2011

Yesterday i was hanging with my girlfriends in a coffee shop. The discussion we were having was various (girls talk) and we ended up in bags. As a bagoholic i should know all the types of bags but when my friend ask me the difference between clutch and pochette, i wasn't sure about my answer...

I couldn't take it in so, i will dedicated a post to the types of bags.

A handbag, or purse is a handled medium-to-large bag and used to hold personal items such as wallet, keys, cosmetics, mobile phone.

Alexander McQueen Clutch SS 2011

A clutch is a medium-to-small-sized handbag with a short handle or without, designed to be carried (clutched) in one's hand (similar to a pocketbook).

LV Satchel 

A satchel, a soft-sided case usually of leather, used to carry papers or books, usually has a handle and often has a strap.

Prada Spring 2011 striped canvas flap tote bag

A tote, is a medium to large bag with two straps.

Bulgari Prussian blue calf leather oversize pochette 2011

A pochette, is from the french word which means "little pocket" - is a pocket handbag or wallet. I am happy that i managed to satisfy my friend's curiosity, and mine too...