Top 10 Women Handbags

They say bags are a woman thing. While the men of our lives are in search for their toys - their cars, gadgets, and what not, women have their bags. They say a good bag is an extension of the body, a belly for concealment, or a portable closet packed with lipsticks, hair clips, letters, grooming kits, and what more. More and more women invest on classic bags no matter how pricey they are. For what reason? Again, it's a woman thing. These classic bags are not just impeccably stylish. These bags withstand time. Here are the top 10 classic women handbags.




- Alexander McQueen Novak Bag


Alexander McQueen was inspired by Kim Novak, a chick elegant and classic actress who played a significant role in Alfred Hitchcock's 'Vertigo' when he created this bag. Alexander McQueen is chic and stylish.


- Balenciaga City Motorcycle Bag



You must probably have seen a number of celebrities carrying this luxurious Balenciaga City Motorcycle Bag. Though there are a lot more styles offered by Balenciaga, this Balenciaga Motorcycle must be the most popular.


- Chanel 2.55 bag



A lot are wondering about the difference between the Chanel Classic Flap and the Chanel Reissue 2.55 bags. The slight difference between the two can be traced back on Coco Chanel childhood particularly when she grew up in the convent. You will come to know some interesting things about her. The lock on the Reissue is called the Mademoiselle lock and is considered the original lock. It bears its name Mademoiselle for Ms Coco Chanel never married. Later on, the ‘CC’ lock was introduced to the Classic Flap Bags by designer Karl Lagerfeld in the 1980s. The 2.55 in Chanel's name alludes to the year of its first 2.55 bag release, February of 1955.

You might be surprised to know why the shoulder straps of this bag is that of a double chain. As I have already mentioned, Coco Chanel grew up in an orphanage/convent, therefore, the double chain on Reissue is reminiscent of Ms. Chanel's keys that dangle from her waist, which her caretaker had her and the other children wear. The zippered compartment on the inside of the front flap of the Reissue is also where Coco Chanel keeps her love letters from her cherished love affairs at that time.


- Chloe Paddington Bag




Chloe Paddington Bag must be the most unattainable bag this year. Why? As you might already have noticed as you glossed over magazines, only "it" girls have it. Chloe Paddington Bags are very soft yet very durable and scratch resistant.


-Fendi Spy Bag



Fendi Spy Bag is ultra-rich leather with woven double top handles that set it apart from others. Fendi Spy Bag looks ultimately chick with its shape that has become household.

-Hermes Birkin Bag




Hermes is one of the most famous designer bags of the world. Many women would just love to have at least one Hermes bag in their closet but it is the world's most impossible-to-get handbag. Well, needless to say, the fact that it is impossible to acquire makes Hermes Birkin bags the most desirable handbag for women.


-Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 Bag



What women love about Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 bag is that it works with any outfit and it is not as expensive as compared to other bags on this list.

-Marc Jacobs Stam Bag





Named after the designers close friend Canadian Supermodel Jessica Stam, Marc Jacobs Stam bag looks similar to Chanel bags with its frame and lock closure. Marcc Jacobs Stam Bag's selling price is on $1,300.

-Prada Gauffre Bag





Introduced in 2006 during the fall/winter collection, this Prada Gauffree bag costs about $1,800 each.


-YSL Muse Bag





The YSL Muse bags are probably the most sought after bags as it is made of the finest material. Well, if you do want one, most likely you might not find YSL Muse bags in stores for it is most often sold out at a starting price of $1,200.