Cross body bag that is big enough, not for travel

lavendar · ‎03-10-2010

I'm trying to reduce the weight of handbag on back and P.T. suggested crossbody. I got a Travelon that was advanced order and it's driving me crazy. It could be the style; you have a huge zipper to get in.

Can someone suggest a crossbody bag that's not especially for travel. Maybe leather. Something that would look good with my wool winter coats.

I'm going through "big bag withdrawal."

CalminHeart · ‎03-09-2010

I love my Brahmin crossbody! It's big enough for my wallet, checkbook and a few things without being too bulky. I got a green one for summer and liked it so much that I bought a black one for winter.

http://www.brahmin.com/s?defaultSearchTextValue=Search&searchKeywords=convertible+crossbody&Action=s...

Goldengate8361 · ‎01-27-2014

I love my black Vera Bradley crossbody! I have the triple zipper hipster. It's close to perfection. It's also very light weight---which I really like.

sandy53 · ‎03-12-2010

The Sak has some nice leather crossbody bags.

Hoovermom · ‎03-19-2010

redtabby · ‎03-10-2010

If you have back issues keep in mind that leather is heavier than a nylon or cloth bag; even cross body you will feel the weight. The Baggallini brand has some stylish nylon bags, available online at ebags and many other retailers. A local luggage store sells them, so you may find them locally, too.

lavendar · ‎03-10-2010

I'm aware that leather is heavier. Synthetic pleather is the heaviest. But I'm surprised that many leather crossbody bags are the same weight and sometimes lighter than the Travelon. I think the RFID fabric lining adds a few ounces.

I've been looking at Bagallini, but they are so tiny. I cannot go out during the day without good sunglasses and keep them in their large case. Also small reading glasses and some meds, etc. I have to have with me. I'm now down to one lipstick and one small comb brush. I don't want to give up my wallet because their are times I'll have to carry a larger bag.

kivah · ‎03-11-2010

Go to Ilovedooney.com and search nylon -- lots of sales!!!! Free shipping as well.

granddi · ‎03-16-2010

KATE SPADE!!! Love my nylon but also available in leather

lavendar · ‎03-10-2010

I just found a Vera Bradley black microfiber on 'as is' for thirty dollars cheaper. It looks like it might have some problems but I've always wanted a VB microfiber. Now I'll go to the other sites you mentioned.