Are you crazy about handbags??? If yes, then you must want to know about the beginning of the usage of the handbags. Have you ever thought that by what time it came into existence when you carries the handbag. These handbags came into existence during the 14th century. At that time peoples used to carry small handbags decorated with embroidery and ornaments. The handbags were used by rich persons and became an object of status symbol at that time. By the 17th century, the handbags had disappeared as the dresses having small pockets came into existence and small things are carried in it. But, by the end of 18th century the handbags again getted popular as the close fitting dresses came into existence. Previously these handbags are known as ‘reticules’ and in 19th century it gets a new name that is ‘handbag’

Handbags are used to carry many useful items of daily use. Women generally use to keep perfumes, comb, lipsticks, visiting cards and many other items in handbags. Now handbags are available in many sizes and for both men and women. Many designer handbags are also available in the market and designers like Louis vuitton, Gucci and other French and Italian designers are designing branded handbags. These branded handbags are very popular amongst the young generation, especially the college going girls. But designer handbags are very costly in comparison to normal handbags.

Today the handbags made of leather and metal are very popular as they were used by celebreties. They are available in different colours and rates as to suit everyones pocket. Handbags have now becomed an essential part of accessories and matching handbags from clothes are used.