The first is the length L , the second is height H , and the third is the width W. The first measurement you will take is the length of the handbag. This measurement is taken from the front of the handbag. You will measure along the base of the front, drawing the measuring tape from left to right. You will next measure the height of the handbag.
This measurement is taken in the middle of the purse. You'll measure the front of the bag, starting at the base of the purse to the top. You won't count the handles or straps in your measurement. The measurement for the width of the bag is take from the side of the handbag.
You'll measure this from the handbag base, drawing the measuring tape from the back to the front of the handbag. There isn't a set standard for listing handbag dimensions. This can cause confusion among buyers. It helps to compare instances as:. When you set out to measure the depth of a bag, you will follow the same instructions for measuring the width of a purse. You'll take this measurement on the side of the purse measuring front to back. A few examples of designer handbag measurements can be helpful.
You can quickly compare these purse measurements to understand how they are listed. All of these numbers seem a little abstract until you have a ruler in hand! Even if your current tote is a little snug for your taste, measuring the drop length of the handles can still give you an idea of what would work best for you.
What is drop length, anyway? With all this talk of drop length, it's probably a good idea to learn the correct way to find this crucial measurement! For reference, we measure the drop length from the top of the handle to the top of the tote. Just remember to hold your ruler or measuring tape perpendicular to the top edge of the bag when you measure. And note that we don't stretch the handles of our totes when we measure the handle length.
Stretching the handles just makes it more difficult to measure the exact same way every time! Still have questions? We're always available to help at hello kmmco.
If you're ordering a scratch-and-dent, branded, or ready-made tote, please select your drop length carefully, as we are unable to make alterations to final-sale items, as per our alterations policy. Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email. May 14, — Jess Bolluyt. You decide! The strap width is the portion of the strap that rests on your shoulder or in your hand if used as a "top handle".
Generally speaking, the larger the strap width, the heavier a bag that can be supported. This is because the contact area of the strap increases as the strap width increases, which allows for improved weight distribution and comfort.
This is particularly useful for anyone with sensitive shoulders due to arthritis, for example. Learn more about Reducing Pain with a New Strap. Also interesting to note, a skinnier strap usually "sticks" on your shoulder better, helping to prevent your bag from slipping or falling off. As a rule of thumb, smaller bags generally use smaller width straps, and larger bags generally use larger width straps.
So the challenge becomes finding the right balance between usefulness do I need to carry a large and heavy bag, or small and light weight bag? An extra petite or drawstring strap is great for a minimal look on small bags. Drawstring straps do not come with attachable hooks extra petite do, however because they're designed to be knotted at the ends and looped into or through your bag's existing grommets , or, used on a bag with a traditional drawstring closure such as the LV Noe bag.
View the multi-purpose drawstring strap , available in 25 leather colors, or, view the replacement drawstring for LV Noe and similar bags. Petite straps are great for smaller bags, clutches, mini messengers, wallets or if you're seeking a petite or minimal visual look with your handbag. Petite straps tend to stay on your shoulder with less slippage.
For bags that carry a lot of weight, try our "Classic" or "Wide" straps. These straps are comfortable to wear and are double-stitched to provide good carrying strength. Classic width straps provide great comfort and carrying capacity for medium to large size handbags and purses of all types. This is our most popular selling width and can carry heavier bags with ease. Wide width straps offer excellent strength and comfort for large shoulder bags, brief cases, diaper, camera or travel bags.
These straps are great for carrying a lot of weight because they distribute the weight of the bag, easing stress on your shoulder. Chain straps range in width from 0. All Mautto chain straps are metal can't be easily cut by thieves! Remember though, carrying a heavy bag on your shoulder with a chain strap, can quickly become uncomfortable.
We don't recommend carrying heavy bags on your shoulder with a chain strap due to the increased pressure.
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