regular straight handle:

folded in half and top-stitched up both sides
(see heide shopper)

one-strap adjustable:

a regular straight strap which is attached to an adjuster made of fabric. needs to be attached to the bag on d-rings.
(see jody messenger bag)

two-strap adjustable:

two separate straight straps that are made adjustable throught two d-rings
(see the kristin messenger bag)

braided handle:

3 thin straps braided together

(see deborah tote - art S0027)

folded straight strap:

a straight strap which is folded over and top stitched with a straight stitch and a loose
zig-zag stitch

lace layover strap:

a straight strap with lace sewn into one side, and pulled over top the strap

scrunched strap:

fabric is scrunched over a skinny straight strap