5 Essential Bags Every Woman Should Own

Since their inception as functional pouches worn by men to the everyday handbags women depend upon to stash their phone, keys, wallet and makeup, handbags have been practical accessories.  Today they come in a wide variety of classic styles, from glittering clutches to leather satchels.  Some women have serious handbag habits with the credit card charges and closets to prove it.

Even if you're not one of the hardcore handbag collectors, there are a few essentials that belong in just about every woman's closet.  The top five bags that every woman should own include:

1. Leather Satchel
2. Everyday Shopper
3. Formal Clutch
4. Travel Bag not luggage, but a purse with a zipper to protect your valuables and carry vital documents like your passort
5. Work Bag

1. Leather Satchel
   
   
   Coccinelle Satchel

   Quality leather satchels come in an enormous price range.  You can find a nice high quality bag for less than $100.00 or you can spend thousands on a Hermes.  It simply depends upon your tastes and your budget.  

   Pictured here is Coccinelle's beautiful polished calf leather satchel offers unique details like crimped seams and a removeable leather and chain strap for a timeless look with a modern feel.  This bag is available for $333 and you can learn more about it here.

   
   Etienne Aigner

   A less expensive alternative can be found here. The Etienne Aigner Kendra satchel costs less than $80.00 and looks great. This luxurious leather bag by features all-over mock-croc embossing and is available in several colors. It has a top zip closure and opens to reveal a spacious, print-lined interior with a zippered backwall compartment for keeping valuables safe and secure. A stylish, quality leather bag and it costs less than 100 bucks, not too shabby.