Size Guide

Understanding bag sizes.

Bag names can be helpful, but they are not standardized across designers. A "medium" Michael Kors tote and a "medium" Louis Vuitton shoulder bag may carry very differently, so exact product measurements should guide the decision.

How to read bag measurements — width, height, and length, with Gaby's 5'1" height as a reference

Designer naming is not universal

A designer's small, medium, or large label describes that style within that designer's own lineup. It should not be treated as a universal size standard.

Measurements matter most

Use the product page dimensions to compare width, height, depth, and strap drop against a bag you already own.

Photos show scale

Product images help show the exact silhouette, but dimensions are the most reliable way to decide whether the bag fits your daily carry.

What to compare

Use a bag you already know.

Measure a bag you currently carry, then compare those dimensions to the product page. This is the easiest way to understand real-world scale before ordering.

Width

Across the front of the bag.

Height

Top to bottom, excluding handles unless stated.

Depth

Front to back, useful for judging capacity.

Drop

Handle or strap space from the top of the bag to the highest carry point.

Model photos can make pieces appear larger or smaller depending on body proportions, camera angle, and bag shape. We include measurements on each product page so you can make the most accurate comparison.

Fashion model holding a handbag, illustrating how posture and camera angle affect perceived bag scale
Understanding Bag Sizes | Gaby's Bags