| Purse derive its name from the Latin 'bursa,' a term | | | | Different Styles in Purse Bags |
| that is derived from a Greek word meaning 'ox-hide'. | | | | Some styles have managed to retain their popularity |
| From chunky totes to chic clutches, different styles are | | | | over the years. Few of them are: |
| churned out in large numbers by leading designer | | | | Clutch bags: The chic clutch bags not only carry your |
| brands, such as Gucci, Prada, Miu Miu and Louis | | | | belongings, but also make a great style statement. |
| Vuitton. Purse replicas of comparable quality as these | | | | These stylish bags can accompany you on different |
| designer brands are now available at reasonable | | | | occasions, including cocktail parties to formal dinners. |
| prices. | | | | The Eva clutch of the Louis Vuitton (LV) Montorgueil |
| Evolution of Purse Bags | | | | collection is a trendy purse bag with a bohemian touch. |
| In the olden days, women did not have to carry cell | | | | The clutch, named after supermodel Eva Herzigova, |
| phones, key bunches and a makeup kit in their purses. | | | | can be carried on the shoulder or slung across the |
| As a result, the purse handbags then were smaller in | | | | body, with the attached chain. |
| size and meant to carry only a few coins and a | | | | Money bags: Ideal for carrying change and small |
| handkerchief. By the late 17th century, women of | | | | papers, such as bills and receipts that are otherwise |
| affluent families carried purses called 'reticules'. The | | | | easily misplaced. These small moneybags are available |
| reticules were big enough to carry a fan, a perfume | | | | in elegant monogram canvas as well. The Monogram |
| bottle, face powder and opera glasses. The 1920s | | | | Mini Lin Croisette by Louis Vuitton is a rounded bag, |
| brought with them the beaded and mesh purse bags, | | | | adorned with an elegant hook |
| which became a rage. These continue to be a vintage | | | | Leather bags: it is important that your workplace purse |
| item till date. Today, these bags are available in leather, | | | | bags successfully impart a professional look. The |
| monogram canvas and suede, in a variety of shapes | | | | Monogram Vernis leather bags made of natural |
| and sizes. Over the ages, purses have evolved from | | | | cowhide are great for everyday office use. They look |
| being a purely utility based item into a fashion | | | | smart and are utility based. Besides, the textile lining |
| accessory. With replica purses, these fashion | | | | also increases the durability of the bag. |
| accessories are now totally affordable. | | | | |