History of the Tote Bag: Origins to the Birkin
From tota in West Africa to LL Bean's 1940 carry bag, Bonnie Cashin and the Birkin: the tote's history, plus six designer totes to shop today.
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Queen Elizabeth's Handbag: What Was Inside
A marmalade sandwich, corgi treats, good luck charms and no phone: what Queen Elizabeth II carried in her custom handbags and why they mattered.
Top 6 Mommy Bags: Luxury Picks That Do the Job
Six luxury mommy bags that hold snacks, diapers and everything else, from the Dior Lady Dior to the Hermès Birkin 30, the original diaper bag.
Chanel GST Tote Guide: Style Codes, Sizes, Resale
The Chanel GST ran 2004 to 2015 in style codes A20995 and A50995. What fits, what changed on the reissue, and how to vet one pre-owned.