Article: Before I began my handbag hunt

Before I began my handbag hunt, I needed to pick out a victim to present the purse to. I chose the most fashion-savvy girl I know, my good friend Tanja. I figured if I could pick something she approved of, I would be able to attain a sort of enlightenment not normally achievable by man.

I found myself in Target surrounded by a plethora of pocketbooks. After swallowing my pride, I began to pick up and inspect each bag. As my hunt went on, I felt as if I were shopping for a car, mulling over which features I really needed and which ones I couldn't afford. There were purses with pockets, tiny handbags that served no purpose, flashy bags, simple bags, even a purse with a halogen lamp inside. ...

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