Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Costume (hierarchy name)
5. costume (mode of fashion)
6. costume accessories
7. costume accessories carried

Narrower term/s

• knapsacks [NP][+]
  • combat rucksacks
• purses (ladies' accessories)
• chatelaine bags
• pockets (bags)[+]
  • sabrataches
• reticules
• shoulder bags
• evening bags
• bandolier bags
• haversacks [NP]
• clutch bags[+]
  • envelope bags
  • minaudieres
• handbags[+]
  • hobo bags
• purses (drawstringed accessories)[+]
  • gaming purses
• diaper bags
• messenger bags
• muff bags
• miser's purses
• belt bags
• beach bags
• bucket bags

Anotations

Scope note:

Small, medium, or large-sized soft or rigid receptacles, intended for carrying personal articles and usually used as ladies' costume accessories. A bag is closed in on all sides except at the top, where also it generally can be closed, and usually having handles or straps for carrying on the shoulder or in the hand.