Handbags

[joannecha]

Just wondered if anyone here uses a backpack as their handbag. I've been looking into getting one to use when I'm out and about. Any recommendations?

[alicedee]

I haven't really inspected them carefully...but I would be concerned about theft.  Seems like someone could bump or brush into you and lift something out of a backpack fairly easily.

I prefer keeping my bag at my side, where I can keep track of it...and who comes near it.

[sunshine45]

i do sometimes......have purchased a few cute ones from PEACE LOVE WORLD, LUG, and from HERSCHEL.

i got the LUG one from qvc......it is called a "sling" bag.

the HERSCHEL i got from bloomingdales. the peace love world i got from nordstrom rack.

[Karlakaye]

A good friend has a Baggalini one that she adores, especially for traveling and being out and about.  It has TONS of security features.  It may be this one--know it came with wristlet.

KK

[Msfitness]

@joannecha  I have ordered Fossil's Camilla Convertable Small Backpack and am waiting for it to arrive.  The straps can be removed and carried by the 2 handles.  It can also be worn cross body or on the back.  I plan to use it as a handbag.  It looks just like a tote bag.  I have been looking for this style of bag for years.  

[Sunshine Kate]

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@alicedee wrote:

I haven't really inspected them carefully...but I would be concerned about theft.  Seems like someone could bump or brush into you and lift something out of a backpack fairly easily.

I prefer keeping my bag at my side, where I can keep track of it...and who comes near it.

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@alicedee 

I have two really good quality backpacks that I thought I would use as a handbag on my back.  However, I just don't like.

As far as someone bumping into you and taking something out, you can buy backpacks that have security devices that are small.

You can also put your wallet or something else important or valuable in the part next to your back and it's safe. 

I wish I could use the backpacks as I paid too much for them to sit in my closet.

[wakefield64]

Pickpocketers Delight!!!

[hooked on books]

I've never carried a backpack. This will sound crazy but I would always be worried about it being out of my sight!! LOL! I started carrying crossbodies for the convenience of having my arms/hands free and I feel secure always being able to see it! I see women at the grocery store leave their bags in their shopping carts and turn their backs or walk away from their cart and all I can think is how foolish they are!! So much identity theft and so much personal information in our handbags, it is scary, for sure! Whew, sorry, that was a long answer! LOL!!

[sunshine 919]

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@joannecha wrote:

Just wondered if anyone here uses a backpack as their handbag. I've been looking into getting one to use when I'm out and about. Any recommendations?

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I have seen younger girls, teenagers with them, I would not feel secure with my stuff behind me.

[phoenixbrd]

@joannecha   Take a look at MZ Wallace.