"Form follow functions", from the tool to the accessory.

The handbag categories in 2008. This article is excellent if you love the handbag and would like to back to know about the basics.

For a long time now the bag has been defined by its function: the doctor's medicine bag, the hunter's game bag, the child's Moses basket, the sailor's bag, the pupil's satchel, the craftsman's holdall, the Boston (holdall) used as an overnight bag, the purse for holding money, etc. There are so many designs linked to a specific function Nowadays, these designs have become the basics of an iconic handbag for many brands. Here we show the principal ones amongst them.

1. Suitcase

2. Make-up or Sponge bag

3. Minaudiere (Rigid Evening bag)

4. Purse

5. Kit bag

6. Boston or Holdall bag

7. Medicine bag

8. Money belt or Bumbag

9. Shoulder sling messenger bag

10. Boston (Holdall) bag

11. Tote bag

12. Backpack

13. Handbag
    

Thank you "Studies in fashion, Fashion Accessories" book for information. The book is first published in 2008 in France and some information might be updated or changed over time. However, This could be one good resource or reference for those interested in fashion or handbags. We will also find 2022, handbag categories to compare with 2008 in the following article for sure!