Are you looking for a gift for a special woman in your life? If so, keep in mind that even a woman who seems to have everything can’t possibly have too many bags. Most women love bags, and consider that there is a bag perfect for each occasion.

These 11 types of bags for women should give you some inspiration for your next gift purchase.

1. Handbag
Women love handbags because they can carry their essentials whenever they leave their home. But handbags are also amazing fashion accessories that can make a statement about who we are, what we want out of life, and how much money we have to spend.

Whether it’s a fancy designer handbag, or a more simple and humble one, women love their handbags.

2. Clutch
A handbag has either handles or a strap, or both. A clutch, on the other hand, is a slim and flat bag that can hold a wallet, as well as a few objects. It’s meant to be held in the hand.

A cute and stylish clutch can be the perfect accessory for a party or a fancy event. However, there are many women who prefer handbags to clutches, because they feel that carrying a clutch in their hand is not exactly convenient.

3. Tote bag
Tote bags are versatile rectangular bags that are usually made from canvas. They can be plain, or come in a variety of designs.

Women love tote bags because they are durable, and they can be used to carry pretty much anything. Most women are carrying at least one tote bag with them whenever they go out to run some errands.

4. Grocery bag
Grocery bags or shopping bags are usually larger than tote bags, and they are often made from cloth or durable plastic.

They are convenient to hold groceries, and they are roomy enough for anything a woman can shop for. Many women are bringing shopping bags to the store instead of using plastic bags as it is better for the environment.

5. Laptop bag
A woman who carries her precious laptop everywhere definitely needs a laptop bag. It will protect her laptop, and allow her to carry all the accessories she needs with it.

Of course, laptop bags can be exactly the same for women and for men, but maybe a woman will want a few extra compartments in hers so she can also carry a few essentials.

6. Messenger bag
A messenger bag, or courier bag, is a flat medium sized bag that closes with a flap. It has a long strap, and can be worn over a shoulder or cross body.

Messenger bags can be used to carry a laptop, some documents, or pretty much anything, as they come in different sizes and styles.

7. Duffle bag
The term duffle bag was originally used to describe a cylindrical bag made from thick cloth, but today, it applies to a large bag with flat sides, and a top zip closure.

Duffle bags are roomy, and they are perfect for travelling. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes and designs, and a woman who wants to travel in style will be delighted to own a designer duffle bag.

8. Gym bag
A gym bag, also known as a barrel bag, is a roomy cylindrical bag similar to a duffle bag. It usually has long straps and a top zip closure, and it can be as small or as large as needed to carry gym or sports essentials.

Of course, gym bags are also perfect for travelling, or for spending a long day out whenever women have a lot of things to carry around.

9. Beach bag
Women who enjoy spending time on the beach will inevitably carry a beach bag with them. Beach bags are large and waterproof bags that often come in vibrant colours and designs.

A good beach bag can be used to carry a beach towel, suncreen, sunglasses, a pareo, sandals, a sun hat, a book, a wallet, and other beach essentials a woman needs when she is spending time out in the sun.

10. Backpack
Most students have a backpack, but these convenient and sturdy bags can have many other uses and they come in a variety of designs.

A woman will use her loyal backpack to travel, to go on a hike, or to carry anything she might need during a busy day.

11. Make up bag
Finally, a make up bag is similar to a clutch, but it usually has a zip closure, and some of them have different compartments.

Woman use their make up bags to carry make up and cosmetic products whenever they are spending at least a night away from home. They can also store their beauty products in a make up bag even when they are at home.