What purses are in style 2021?
The types purses that are popular and in style for women in 2021 are…
- Purses that are pleated or ruffled.
- Purses with acrylic handles or straps.
- Purses with feathers.
- Puffy pillow like purses.
- and believe it or not chainmail. Chainmail Handles and straps or a chainmail purse.
Next we’ll talk about the 11 most popular purse styles.
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Popular Types of Purses
Handbags and shoulder bags are the most popular styles for ease of use and everyday wear. There are so many styles and colors that it’s hard to choose.
If you are like me you change your purse weekly or even monthly.
For some women it is shoes but for me it’s purses.
I do have other favorites like the hobo bag or messenger bag it’s according to what I’m doing or where I’m going.
Messenger bags, wristlets, and mini purse backpacks are the bags I recommend for teenagers. More than likely all they need is a small purse to carry personal items because they already have those disturbingly giant backpacks.
Unless of course they are learning online. Even then, small is better.
11 Popular Purse Styles
1. Handbag
Characterized by having handles for holding on in the hands or at the elbow.

Types of Handbags: Knot Bag, Hat Box Bag, Box Bag, Barrel Bag (aka Boston Bag), Single Handle Handbag, Double Handle Handbag, Accordion Style Handbag, Trapeze Handbag, Half Moon Handbag, Ruffle Handbag, Hobo Bag,
2. Shoulder bag
Shoulder bags are always popular. They come in every size and color. Shoulder bags do just what they are named for as they hang from the shoulder.

Types of Shoulder bags: Baguette Bags, Bucket Bags, Sling Bags, Pochette, Hat Box Bag, Box Bag, Messenger Bag,
Note: There are also purses that can be both a handbag and a shoulder bag as they have handles and a strap.
3. Crossbody
Crossbody bags have a long strap that crosses over the body to the other side.

Types of Crossbody bags: Baguette Bag, Sling Bags, Camera Bag
4. Tote bag
There are 2 types of tote bags one is for the grocery store for grocery shopping and is usually made it cheaper or recycled materials and is thinner the other.
The other is a full-blown purse. These purses are usually made a thicker material such as leather and may have internal dividers.
They are both made to do the same thing which is carry or tote your stuff.
Sometimes women use tote purses instead of briefcases.
I’m sure it depends on the style size and look up said tote.
Types of Tote Bags: Diaper Bags, Shopper Bags,
5. Clutch
A Clutch is a small bag designed without handles designed to be carried by hand or under the arm.

Types of Clutches: Envelope Clutch, Box Clutch, some Evening Bags, Minaudiere, Kiss Lock Clutch, Accordion Clutch
6. Backpack Purse
Backpack purses are smaller than typical backpacks and can be carried as a purse or a backpack.
7. Wristlet
Pouches or bags that hang from the wrist.

8. Hobo bag
Wikipedia says it best
“Why is it called a hobo bag?
Hobo bags are made out of soft, flexible materials and tend to slump, or slouch, when set down. … This style of purse is called a hobo bag because it resembles the shape of the bindle on a stick that hobos are portrayed as carrying over their shoulder in drawings and cartoons.”

9. Messenger Bag
Also known as courier bag is a type of crossbody shoulder bag. Originated in America.
10. Satchel
Very Similar to Messenger bag but originated in England.
Mahi Leather says
“What is the difference between a satchel and a messenger bag?
Satchels have a long shoulder strap which allows the wearer to carry the bag on the shoulder and let it ride on the hip or wear it diagonally across the body. … Messenger bags are usually wider than they are tall.”
11. Novelty Purses
Also known as quirky, funky, unusual, funny, and kooky bags. Novelty Purses are my favorite as they show your fun and humorous side! These bags come in every shape and size you can think of.
Have a thing for cacti? Don’t worry there is a purse for that.

Buried treasure? Yep, there is a treasure chest purse.
Champagne? You’re covered.
Love Dessert? How about a pie or cake purse?

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Sources:
https://www.trunkclub.com/womens-style/types-of-purses
https://cultofcarry.org/types-of-bags-backpacks-and-leather-goods/