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Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

White Picket Fence — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 21:12:24 GMT

I have some Coach, Burberry (Light so I love) and love their plaid. I have a ton of Dooney. Some Vera Bradley but don't really buy those anymore. As I have gotten older I have found I am really enjoying not carrying leather bags. No more heavy Dooney bags for me. I have found the Lug brand to be very nice in the Crossbody. I love the bag Dooney came out with that was called "The Camden" Nylon Sac. It isn't one of those heavy deep sacs. It is more of a Hobo. It has a leather strap over Nylon and is light in weight. I got this bag in four colors! Lt. Aqua which is gorgeous, a Taupe, Bright fun pink, and a Black. Between these and my Lug crossbodies, I'm set. I do love the Burberry three I have and some other Dooney bags. But I honestly am done with the leathers. Have some Dooney wallets I love . I have not been out here in some time. Got too busy with other things and facebook. But I do love the gals on this forum. Have you all noticed they do not give the weight of handbags anymore? I need to know the weight. Even if I'm just looking at a show, they should be giiving us the weight of the bag. Which bag do you tend to buy the most of?

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

patbz — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 21:21:13 GMT

I love Le Sport sac and own many purses, totes and weekend ers. These are made of reinforced nylon, light as air and never wear out ( out of 20 I've had over the years, one got a slit in it and went in the trash ). These wash like a dream. I buy them at TJ Mass, their outlet or EBay ( used and new ).My family travels a lot and we always carry several with us for overflow, laundry and souvenirs. Check them out!

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

stevieb — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 21:29:23 GMT

I've been more or less over Dooney and many of the usual brands for quite some time but I'll never be fully over leather bags. I still occasionally see a Dooney I find appealing but haven't bought one in years. I have a few nylon bags from various makers I like and use, as well as coated fabric and pleather bags for when I seek something lighter, which I sometimes do. I'm not a fan of the Lug brand. They might well be light weight and practical but simply put, overall, I don't find them attractive, appealing or well priced for what they are.

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

Etoile308 — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 21:57:43 GMT

I stopped carry a heavy bag years ago. And as much as I love the quality of Patricia Nash and how cute the patterns and colors are I just can't buy them anymore. I also gave up on Vera Bradley once they went that cheap plastic lining.

I don't mind leather, but I want a soft thin leather. And no chains, tassels, zippers, or other ****** that adds weight.

My preference in leather has been the small crossbody type bags from Hobo International.

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

Meowingkitty — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 22:23:04 GMT

I still only buy leather bags because I just don't find nylon or cloth all that great but they have to be lightweight. No chains, do dads, or extra fluff. I also like small organizer bags from Brighton so I can eliminate the wallet. If it weighs over 1.5 lbs I won't buy it. I don't carry much anyway so I just need cards, phone, sanitizer keys and a mask.

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

SXMGirl — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 22:32:17 GMT

@White Picket Fence When I stopped working, I stopped carrying a heavy bag. I have many beautiful bags that I have collected over the years, but my bag of choice now is a Lug wristlet. It holds money, credit cards, and my phone, and that is all I need.

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

ECBG — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 22:33:20 GMT

Oh my! I always wanted the big Brahman handbags. I would pick one after another, but they hurt my back. I love texture and their colors were wonderful!

I didn't like the smaller, lighter weight bags in the Brahman line! I could have easily gotten a great price on employee's double discount day of 20%, then another 20%.

For leather, I prefer the HOBO brand.

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

Lali1 — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 22:36:38 GMT

I carry a Lug crossbody as well. I can afford expensive bags but I've never been into spending on them. I love my Lug crossbody and it just so happens to fit perfect with my lifestyle.

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

ECBG — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 22:36:58 GMT

@White Picket Fence

You might like HOBO brand handbags. The leather is beautiful and they do only a very small amount of hardware.

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

millieshops — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 22:43:19 GMT

@White Picket Fence you can put me on that list, for sure. I have several lovely leather bags from a couple of styles back and they are basically new I have carried them so seldom.

The last 2 new bags I bought were both from Vera Bradley, one solid red quilted and one solid black, identical except for color.

Enough.

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

drizzellla — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 22:51:18 GMT

Yesterday my husband handed me my handbag. My phone was ringing. He said as he handed it to me "What do you have in that thing? I can't believe how heavy it is."

Guess he knows now why I rarely carry a handbag anymore. Pockets seem to work just fine.

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

PinkyPetunia — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 23:55:38 GMT

I have never liked heavy bags. I must have certain features like 2 outside zipper pockets and I do like a center divider with zipper. I have bought several nylon bags (and vinyl, too) from Amazon with good results. I make my educated guess after reading their many reviews and am generally satisfied with the bag when it arrives. They are very affordable, too.

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hicindy2 — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 23:59:16 GMT

I have shoulder issues and gave up on heavy bags long ago. My pretty Dooney bags went out as gifts. For Patricia Nash fans, I can't handle her leather bags, but she has a coated linen line and I have a couple of these (Carmini). They are perfect for right now and have pockets and are easy care. She seems to be adding different styles to the line. Very nice

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jannabelle1 — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 01:14:43 GMT

I hear you on heavy bags. I still have too many Dooneys, Brahamins and a couple of Coach bags that I just don't carry any more since I retired. At 72, I find they are just too heavy, and for the few places that I go now, they're just too much. I bought a Michael Kors smaller coated cotton satchel that I like, but it's a bit small and the handles are awkward when using the shoulder strap.

A few weeks ago I pulled out a small Vera tote (I don't consider it small at all), and once again it's proving to be just what will work for me. Extremely lightweight, plenty of pockets, more room than I really need, and the pattern is subtle. I'd rather have more room than not enough room. I carry very little, but I like a lightweight, organized bag that is attractive and my old Vera is what's working for me right now.

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Another new name Sue — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 02:34:45 GMT

Some bags are heavy before you put anything in them. I carry the lightest bags I can find--Kiplings are light, Baggalini, also Vera Bradley. I have a few leather bags but rarely carry them.

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LindaSal — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 14:23:20 GMT

I hear you, I feel the same way. Leather bags can be so heavy and difficult to carry. I have been using more of backpack type bags now for several years. Though I still own many nice leather bags I don't always use them. I have lots of lighter crossbody type bags (Vera Bradley, Lug) for travel. When we downsized I donated about 20 bags to a womens shelter. Just don't have a need for them.

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

Shanus — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:50:58 GMT

Both hands raised here!!! I've given up all my leather Dooney's, LV bags and several leather Coach bags. I've whittled down my "take alongs" so I can now fit everything into small nylon Baggalina crossbody bags, a nylon Tumi and a small nylon fairly expensive quilted bag (can't remember the brand name...Nordstrom) for when I dress up (not often).

Re: Who else Has had it With Heavy Bags?

Effie54 — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 15:05:17 GMT

Yup! My husband bought me (3) lovely Dooney & Bourke bags. They're made so well, but with that hard leather and hardware, it can really hurt your shoulder. I love them - but switched to Michael Kors.

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wilma — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 18:49:51 GMT

I also gave up my heavy leather bags several years ago. Those heavy bags stuffed with so much stuff were hurting my shoulder. I still prefer a leather or faux leather bag, but it must be small & lightweight. I have 2 small RL leather crossbody bags that I’ve owned & used for several years. Still look great.

I tried a nylon bag a few years ago. Loved the compartments & lightweight material, but it fell apart after a few months. This was after I retired from working so I wasn’t even carrying it every day. I do not consider myself rough on my bags either. Maybe it was a “lemon”, but I’m not going there again.