a bag or box of leather, fabric, plastic, or the like, held in the hand or carried by means of a handle or strap, commonly used by women for holding money, toilet articles, small purchases, etc.

valise.

noun

backpack , bag , clutch , evening bag , grip , hide , knapsack , leather , pocketbook , portmanteau , purse , reticule , etui , gripsack , pochette , satchel , tote , valise