The theft of your favorite handbag is devastating, not just because you've lost your prized designer accessory but also what's inside it. New research shows that the average woman regularly carries more than £342 worth of "essentials."

Some of the big ticket items include a mobile phone, MP3 player, designer sunglasses, wallet, ...

We already knew oversized handbags are an ergonomic nightmare which put us at risk of identity theft, but now it seems there are a few more reasons to ditch our large totes. A study by insurance company Sheilas' Wheels shows that enormous bags pose a serious threat to ...