Billfold - a flat wallet with a clip or slip-in compartment, which holds bills.
Calfskin - leather made from the hide of young cattle. Calfskin has a soft, smooth texture which makes it desirable for making fine handbags.
Canvas - a durable, somewhat water resistant material that is popular in backpacks and school bags.
Feed bag - a drawstring bag, usually with a shoulder strap, shaped like a horse's feed bag; also referred to as a bucket bag.
Fishing creel - a woven basket with a flap top and shoulder strap; originally carried by fly fishermen to keep their catch fresh.
Reptile - skins from snakes, turtles and lizards used to make handbags. Reptile is distinguishable by its scaly pattern and texture. Many laws protect endangered reptiles whose skins are used to make illegal bags.
Sheep or lambskin - light, fine grain leather used to make imported bags.
Shoulder bag - any bag with a shoulder strap.
Velvet - a rich, lustrous fabric used for evening bags.
