If you’ve ever found yourself at the airport, packed down like a camel with bags slipping at every turn, you know that you need some help. The worst is when your purse keeps sliding off your shoulder causing you to stop and adjust while trying not to knock out the people around you. Your overladen self is just one step away from disaster. Luckily, it can be so much easier. Enter the crossbody bag.
A crossbody bag fits across your body diagonally and sits snuggly against your hip while keeping your hands free. It’s the perfect solution when you need a third hand for managing your luggage or other baggage.
The Benefits of Crossbody Bags
Keeps Your Hands Free
Since a crossbody bag hangs across your body, it doesn’t slip off the shoulder. This means you can move freely while shopping and traveling. It’s definitely handy when you need to hold your phone or a cup of coffee. No one likes a sudden slip of a shoulder bag creating a mess!
Easy to Wear
A crossbody bag feels more like a part of your wardrobe since it fits so securely against your body. It spreads the weight more evenly over your body than a typical shoulder bag. The more lightweight the purse, the better for traveling or shopping when you need it with you for a big part of the day. Since a lot of crossbody bags come with a detachable strap, it’s also easy to switch out the strap with something wider for when you need to carry a heavier load.
Safer in Crowds
Because of the way a crossbody bag drapes across your body, it makes it difficult for purse snatchers to grab it from you. You also don’t have to set your purse down when you sit if you don’t want to, making it less vulnerable to theft.
Types of Crossbody Bags That Are Best For Travel
Smaller more utilitarian bags are perfect for your travel needs. Depending on your style you can go with a stylish crossbody purse or a no nonsense urban bag that promises all day comfort. The following are some of our favorite travel bags that we offer.
Top Zip Crossbody Bag
The top zip bag is perfect for keeping your essentials within easy access. It’s easy to just reach inside the bag to quickly find what you need. Inner compartments keep things nice and organized. With the removable straps, this style is very versatile. The long strap can be worn both across the body or on your shoulder, depending on the need. There is also a wrist strap for when you want to use it more like a clutch.
Utility Style Crossbody Bag
A utility style crossbody bag is perfect for the adventurer. It has pockets inside and out and the fabric is water resistant and sturdy.
Urban Crossbody Bag
A comfortable urban style bag is ideal for travel, shopping, or everyday use. The wide adjustable shoulder strap ensures you’ll stay comfortable all day while the zippered closures keep your essentials safe. Even though it’s a smaller size, it offers enough space to keep your items organized.
Sling Bag
A sling bag can be worn in the back, across the chest or along the side. Just adjust the strap and wear it how it’s most comfortable.
Choosing the Right Crossbody Bag for You
With all of the different styles and sizes of bags, it can be hard to choose which bag will fit your needs. Here are some tips for making sure you pick the right one.
Length of Time Used
Will you be using the bag continually for several days or is it for short term use. We find that it’s nice to have something small and compact, like any of the utility bags, for use at the airport or shopping excursions. However, if you don’t plan on switching out bags for everyday use, you might want something a little larger and stylish like the top zip bag.
Make Sure You Can Fit All Your Essentials
Factoring in what you need to carry in your bag for the occasion will determing the size and storage capacity of the bag you choose. Some bags have multiple small zippered areas and others are more open for easy tossing.
Your Style
Regardless of your needs, style is always an important element. For casual wear, a more minimal design will pair nicely. However, if you want something a bit more flashy, you’ll want to go with a fun pattern or a premium feel like our faux leather purses.
