What are Tote Bags?

From the jet set to iconic celebrities, tote handbags are truly versatile in terms of the women they cater to and work for. They work best when you need a bunch of stuff accessible to you no matter whether you are at the beach, have a flight to catch, or simply don’t have the time to sort things into a smaller bag.

Tote Handbag, by Bebe

What is a Tote handbag?

A tote bag is large and open (smaller versions became more popular by the late nineties), with a handle centered on each side. In the classic cloth version, arched straps form both handles. Strap ends run down both sides, ending under the second fabric layer, which shields the lower surfaces. Since the advent of cell phones and PDAs, the side-pouch and zipper-topped partition have grown common.

What materials come in a Tote?

The most common materials used for these type of bags is heavy canvas, jute and the evergreen leather with each fabric giving the bag a look of its own. You can also find bags with different surface effects like the crushed paper effect or the pebbled surface effect that is eye-catcher. The smooth bags with no surface effects are often given amazing embellishments to accentuate them. Available in a variety of tints and shades, you can’t go wrong with one of these picks.

Who carries one?

Rihanna carrying a Tote handbag

Pop icon Rihanna, Jessica Simpson, Katie Holmes and Blake Lively have been seen sporting lush totes from brands like Louis Vuitton, Tod and Chanel.

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