There is already one topic on holsters. This one will focus on handbags and purses, of course I will stay away from the fashion point of view. There is also no need to discuss here if it is the best way to carry or not, there is just no other option for some women based on their jobs and level they are willing to go to carry. Smart Carry and holsters will work for some, but not all so lets keep it on topic.
I have provided links to some places to look. Dawn has first hand experiences with one of the Galco products. I spoke with Woolstenhulme Designer Bags at the Shot Show and would avoid them at this time until they start adding re-enforcing in their products.
I also spoke with the designer for Gun Toten Mamas, she has been in the travel bag industry for a long time designing travel bags and has a lot of experience when it comes to making a product that will handle the weight of a handgun. They double stitch all of the anchor points and also add in nylon webbing for added strength.
I thought I had read about a manufacture who was adding small diameter aircraft cable to the straps which would prevent slashing and grabbing. But I have not been able to find any products that have that feature.
http://magills.com/index/42_Concealment+Purses/
http://www.usgalco.com/HolsterP2.asp?CatalogID=149
http://www.guntotenmamas.com/products.html
http://www.shado.com/
No website yet for "Concealed Carry Woolstenhulme Designer Bags" contact kate@DesignerConcealedCarry.com or 972-672-9437. I spoke with them at the Shot Show. I asked about how they re-enforce their product and she admitted she had not considered it on this first time around. They are new to this market and will add double stitching on future products.