We love women, but sometimes we are baffled. Thank goodness for intern Tiffany Frasier, who here answers the first of many questions that will demystify womankind. First up: why do most women (Tiffany included) carry a handbag the size of a gym duffel?
A woman’s purse is her portable lifeline. But when it comes to bags, the common questions in a man’s mind are “Why is it so large?” "Does she really need all of that stuff?” and “How come there is never any room for my stuff in there?” At long last, here is a guide to understanding the many essential—and by that I mean all—items we carry around in our purses, a.k.a. the Black Hole. Hopefully (especially if she asks you to purchase these items for her) you’ll come to an understanding that these are needed to keep her beautiful and sane.
Smashbox Camera Ready Concealer
Women want to make it through the day breathlessly beautiful with flawless skin close to perfection. A touchup is often required to keep guys’ heads turning, and the perfect makeup can get the job done.
Pampers Clean n Go Wipes
From escalator rails, to germ-infested clients’ hands to even her computer keyboard, having swift access to hand wipes is crucial.
Chloe Sunglasses
Recently spotted in these lenses were fashionistas Mary-Kate and Nicole Richie. If you think we take issue with wearing “last year’s shoes,” our faces are our most important feature (wink) and need to be adorned with the latest look. This new update on oversized glasses reminiscent of Jackie O’s iconic style, will draw your attention.
Prada Infusion d’Iris Eau de Parfum
This one is an upgrade of Prada’s Infusion scent. It is brand new, meaning your mother has never worn it.
Louis Vuitton Pochette Wallet
Has tons of compartments to keep piles of our receipts, bundles of tattered business cards, credits card and money in order. It has the legendary logo that every stylish woman craves. The other plus is that there is an attached keychain so she won’t have to search the bottomless pit when trying to get in the front door.
Schweppes Sparkling Pink Grapefruit Lip Balm SPF 15
Protects lips, looks good, tastes good—you’ll agree.
Stila Lip Glaze
Makes lips pop, tastes good—you’ll agree.
Sephora Bling Compact Mirror
We like it because it has little sequins and gems on the cover, with a regular mirror and magnified mirror on the inside. You’ll like it because it keeps us conscious of how we look and you can borrow it when you get something caught in your tooth.
Condoms, Gum, Sanitary Napkins
(What you refer to as “women’s stuff”) No explanation needed.
Cosmopolitan Magazine
This is our Bible. It covers fashion, sex, love, and entertainment. It’s like heaven on glossy colorful pages, plus look at any month, I bet the cover has the words, “how to please your man.”
One Fifth Avenue by Candace Bushnell
She is the love guru for women and we can put any downtime to good use when we pull this book out of our bags.
Planters Trail Mix
A healthy and tasty snack during the day keeps the pounds away… or so women are convinced.
Tide to Go
If she spills coffee on a white blouse, all she has to do is pull out this instant stain remover pen and, voila, the stain is nonexistent.
Fekkai Au Naturel Sheer Styling Gelee
There isn’t anything attractive about flat and boring hair. This product gives us sexy looking locks that you can run your fingers through.
Tweezerman Mini Tweezers and File
The finer touches like unkempt eyebrows and nails can ruin our whole demeanor. No girl feels sexy with a hangnail.
Burt’s Bees Banana & Beeswax Hand Crème
By getting this for your lady, her hands will not only smell good but also be soft and smooth. You might even get a massage from her.
iPhone
You’ve seen the list: camera, phone, and iPod all in one…an ingenious invention!
Coach Planner
Well, we do have the iPhone, but sometimes it is easier to physically write something down rather than typing with our thumbs. I guess this one is a little superfluous but it’s fabulous!
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