Synonyms of handbags

handbags

noun

plural of handbag

1

as in suitcases

a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles

flies only with a handbag so he doesn't have to check his luggage

Synonyms & Similar Words

• suitcases
• wallets
• backpacks
• carryalls
• bags
• briefcases
• holdalls
• luggage
• traveling bags
• portmanteaus
• carry-ons
• kits
• grips
• rucksacks
• knapsacks
• overnight bags
• weekenders
• duffel bags
• carpetbags
• kit bags
• haversacks
• cosmetic cases
• valises
• attachés
• traveling cases
• packsacks
• baggages
• weekend bags
• attaché cases

2

as in purses

a container for carrying money and small personal items

her handbag is just big enough to hold her favorite photos and wallet

Synonyms & Similar Words

• purses
• bags
• wallets
• pocketbooks
• minaudières
• billfolds
• pouches
• vanities
• clutches
• clutch bags
• sacks
• compacts
• shoulder bags
• pokes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of handbags

That’s not a problem for him, as long as those handbags are a reflection of his creative spirit. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 18 Aug. 2026

Recent earnings releases point to stronger sales for prestige beauty brands like Estée Lauder, while companies such as LVMH reported largely flat demand for traditional luxury staples like handbags. — Tasneem Nashrulla, semafor.com, 18 Aug. 2026

For more of our favorite finds in Tory Burch’s private sale, check out the best handbags below, plus accessories like shoes, jewelry, wallets, and more to complete every look. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 18 Aug. 2026

The growing number of designer boutiques at Wilmette’s Plaza del Lago were just joined by a power player in fashion — the French luxury brand Hermès, which sells $10,000-plus handbags coveted by celebrities. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026

In addition to a standalone Shop page, the app rolled out a live-auction feature where independent sellers could put up anything from designer handbags and vintage clothes, to rare coins, baseball cards, and even precious stones. — Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 16 Aug. 2026

Specialty clothing or footwear designed for athletic activity or protective use and accessory items like jewelry, handbags, luggage, umbrellas, wallets and watches are not included in the sales tax exemption. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026

Metallic handbags are carrying their momentum straight into fall, with silver leading the charge as the cool-toned alternative to your everyday neutrals. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 14 Aug. 2026

The company drew particular attention to the footwear, small leather goods and handbags categories. — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2026