There ’ s a reason women carry purses . Purses are brilliant inventions , and it ’ s ridiculous that so many men are afraid of carrying them . Women figured it out ages ago : a small bag is the most useful thing in the world . At a bathhouse ( or sex club or circuit party ) this is doubly true : a small drawstring bag over your shoulders is ideal for carrying your valuables , especially if you want to opt out from getting a locker ( which will likely cost extra , on top of the admittance fee ). Small bags are even more useful if you ’ re planning to strip down to your towel or underwear ( or go nude ).