A tote bag is a carry all bag that is more capacious than a typical purse, and usually identified by having two handles instead of one shoulder strap. There are many different styles of tote bags to choose from. Some tote bags are formal looking and resemble softer briefcases. Others are sleek and stylish and are made from high quality material such as suede and leather. Tote bags can be priced extra cheap, less than $10.00, while Designer tote bags can easily sell for over one or two hundred dollars.

Types of Tote Bags

Vera Bradley bags are available in tote designs, and usually sell for less than $100.00. Individual bags include the Bucket Tote, Tic Tac Tote, and the personally named Lindsay, Lola and Sherry bags. Tote bags and other handbags are available in multiple colors.

Chloe Bags are expensive and exquisitely designed tote bags that sell for well over one thousand dollars. A Chloe tote bag is available in black or blue and made from pure leather. It features an internal zipper pocket, brass hardware, canvas lining and a lock and key feature.

Kipling Bags are less expensive but still well designed handbags. The Kipling Sherpa Luggage Tote is 12 x 15.75 x 7 inches and features a shoulder strap, three exterior zipper pockets, 1 zippered interior pocket, places for PDAs and cell phones, pen loops and is available in two colors. The Chloe Silver Metallic Paddington Tote Bag features an adjustable belt as well as 100% leather material in a striking metallic color.

You can also opt to design your own tote bag at a variety of online companies. You can customize text, colors, embroidery or photographs into the design. Customizable tote bags are not very expensive and can be collected in a closet, perhaps selected according to your mood.

Tote bags are an ideal choice when you need more room; luckily, you don't have to sacrifice fashion for functionality.