Top 5 handbag essentials for monsoon

What started off as a means of transporting goods from one place to another, handbags soon enough became a fashion statement. Brands all around the world started capitalising on this and hence, became an essential which most women do not even leave their homes without!

However, the use of it for carrying essentials is still the main priority. Seasonal changes bring about a stir in the elements inside of a handbag. Summer makes a hand fan, sunscreen mandatory whereas winter makes a hydrating moisturizer and mittens a necessity. So, what about the monsoon? To help you navigate through this season of storms and sunshine, here are our top 5 handbag essentials for monsoon:

Pocket umbrellas expand to be regular sized umbrellas but come in a compact packaging. They can be safely tucked in one corner of your bag and can save you big time!

Dhaka's monsoon is one of my worst fears and greatest delights. I have to be wary about timely arrival at my superbly distant office from home. These are the times my pocket umbrella becomes my best friend. I would rather leave myself home than leave my miniature umbrella.

Just like life, rain too can be unpredictable. To ensure your prized possessions are safe, carry a waterproof pouch with you. These are usually transparent, ready-to-use, lightweight pouches that are available in a variety of sizes. You can use this to protect your phone, glasses, headphones and the list goes on. Select the one that fits your bag for the day and you are all set!

The best memories and the worst nightmares are never anticipatory. Imagine setting out right after a mighty rainfall and the rain drops choose not to leave your side? Yeah, that's not something we ideally are a fan of. In such cases, a cotton/nylon napkin or disposable dry wipes are a life-saver. Thanks to e-commerce industries going, the choices are now endless and of high-quality.

Rainy days bring about a ton of contagious diseases like typhoid, cholera, and seasonal flu. In times where we have segmented our hours to a granular level, it is equally hard to be prepared with an immune system that has enough antibodies to fight such diseases. Hence, comes in the disinfectant spray.

This is a guardian angel for people with oily or damaged scalp. Especially those who regularly style their hair with heating devices or gel, this protects their hair against rain water as it often contains harmful toxins from the environment. It even shields it against the fast-flowing winds that can make the hair rougher with time. These disposable shower caps are very lightweight and come in a lot of colours and prints. Grab a pack on the go to keep your hair looking as sleek as it does!