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Types of Handbags / Vocabulary
Satchel: According to the dictionary, a satchel is a rectangular bag, usually made of leather or cloth and provided with a shoulder strap, used for carrying books, esp. school books. The main difference between a satchel and a briefcase is that a satchel is soft-sided. As well, satchels often have straps and briefcases never do. There is some overlap between a satchel and some styles of messenger bag, however messenger bags come in a wider variety of materials and form factors, and messenger bags always have a strap.
As for modern and fashionable satchels, they have a definition of a bag with a wide, flat bottom, zippered or clasped top, two handles or straps that is carried on the arm rather than on the shoulder. Comes in a wide variety...
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