What Hardware do I need for my purse & handbag
For today’s women, a handbag will be an essential bag, and today we will share with you the bag hardware needed to make a handbag and a purse. Hardware for purse & handbag bellow:
Example of the list of hardware needed to make a handbag
- 2 double D buckles, 2 5-point hooks (inner diameter 16mm)
- 1 set of flower turn locks (or other press locks)
- 1 3# zipper (27cm)
- 1 set of 3# sliders + top and bottom stops
- 1 handheld core
Table of hardware needed to make a wallet
| Hardware Name | Common Quantity Range |
|---|---|
| Magnetic buckle (including male and female buckles) | 1 set |
| Snap button / buckle | 1-2 sets |
| Zipper | 1-2 pieces |
| Zipper pull | 1-2 pieces (matching the zipper) |
| Rivet | 4-8 pieces |
| D-ring / O-ring | 1-2 pieces |
| Grommet | 1-2 pieces |
It is worth noting that both handbags and wallets are just one broad category, and only a specific style and a specific handbag or wallet can be identified as to the specific hardware to be used.
purse components
Purse Hardware
Zipper
Zippers are essential hardware components. Beyond the zipper itself, they are typically used in conjunction with a zipper pull.
Note that these two parts are often separate and assembled for use.
Buckle
A common hardware component used to connect bags and their bodies.
Lock Buckle is a type of Buckle. Any small category of bag hardware can be further subdivided according to different dimensions. It is best to communicate with bag hardware manufacturers and explain specific requirements.
Snap Button
Snap Button Lightweight magnetic/press-to-close fasteners, categorized as concealed (hidden) or exposed (decorative). Often serve as auxiliary fasteners for zippers.
Magnetic Clasp
Magnetic Clasp Often, bags don’t need to be locked but simply closed temporarily.Magnetic clasps offer a convenient solution for this purpose.
Metal Feet
Metal Feet Installed on the bottom of bags to protect them. We previously covered metal bag feet in a dedicated section.
Strap Adjuster
Metal buckles for adjusting shoulder strap length, often paired with detachable straps to support switching between single-shoulder, crossbody, and other carrying styles.
Strap Connector
Metal buckles connecting the shoulder strap to the bag body, commonly D-rings or O-rings, ensuring secure strap attachment. Some are detachable.
Rivets
Rivets Secures bag connection points while serving decorative purposes, some are purely ornamental.
Metal Logo Plate
Typically features brand logos or lettering to enhance brand recognition.
Key Hook Hardware component for attaching keys and small accessories.
Metal Corner Guards Metal Corner Guards Protect the bag’s edges while adding decorative appeal.
List of Non-Hardware Components for Women’s Purses
- Bag Body
- Bag Base (Fabric)
- Bag Sides
- Top Handle
- Shoulder Strap (Fabric)
- Shoulder Pad
- Main Compartment
- Inner Patch Pocket
- Inner Zipper Pocket (Fabric Part)
- Card Slots
- Drawstring
- Lining
- Non-Hardware Charm
In short, according to the bag designer’s idea, after choosing the corresponding style, you can roughly determine the need for the required accessories and materials, while the specific to the use of the bag hardware still need to be based on the specific design program.
