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The history of the handbag

Handbags have existed since the Middle Ages. However, they were only carried by men. They were made of fabric or leather and attached to a belt. It was not until the 15th or 16th century that women began to adorn themselves with handbags . Here, too, the bags hung from the belt on chains or straps. From the 17th century onwards, women began to wear pouch-shaped handbags , although these were rarely used. By the 18th century, the pompadour had become an integral part of fashionable clothing. By the 19th century, women would not leave the house without their handbag. This has continued up to the present day, as handbags have space for everything a woman might need during the day. Large pouch bags are particularly practical. Women tend to wear small bags, also known as clutches, with a fancy evening dress.

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Handbags for costumes – a must

If a woman is going to a theme party or the next carnival, handbags for costumes are an absolute must. A handbag is the perfect finishing touch to many costumes. We don't even need to talk about the practical side here, because that goes without saying. Women have to keep certain little things somewhere. The Kostümpalast online shop has a huge selection of handbags for costumes . Whether you're going to the party looking like Fred Flintstone's wife or as a hippie girl , a bag is an absolute must and is often an eye-catcher. Just think of the pirate treasure chest with a long shoulder chain or the guitar-look bag . You're sure to see more than one woman at the Cologne Carnival adorned with a handbag that depicts the Cologne city coat of arms.

Huge selection of costume handbags

In the Kostümpalast online shop you will find every costume handbag, no matter how unusual. Witches will be delighted with the costume handbags in the look of a black cat or a giant witch's cauldron . And Dracula's bride will certainly be delighted with the costume handbags designed as a bat or a coffin. There is also the right utensil for Little Red Riding Hood. The basket contains a wolf's head which she can use to put other party guests in their place. For the innocent angel there is the adorable white handbag with feathers and the nurse for a party or a night out will certainly be happy with the nurse's case. All of these costume handbags have one thing in common. There is a huge selection of them and each one offers enough space so that women can store everything that is of great importance for the party.