Ladies, Handbag or Bumbag?
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 84
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Ladies, Handbag or Bumbag?
Dilemna! What do I take, a handbag slung over my shoulder or a bumbag around my waist. I'm touring USA, UK, and Ireland.
Your suggestions....
thanks.
Rosie.
Your suggestions....
thanks.
Rosie.
#4
Join Date: Apr 2005
Posts: 2,481
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
The handbag slung over your shoulder or across the chest seems the best choice. It's easier to hang onto while in a crowd and a nice bag will feel better if you go out somewhere in the evening.
That said, what do you use at home?
That said, what do you use at home?
#8
Join Date: Oct 2003
Posts: 57,890
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
A fanny pack is probably the least safe way to carry anything.
Why not just use a normal purse as you do at home?
(I've been to europe going on for 70 times with a shoulder bag and never had a single problem.)
Caveat: I'm a native New Yorker - so I'm on guard for problemz except inside my house - and my antennae may be more sensitive than some people's.
#10
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
If you wear a bumbag (or fanny pack) in any of those places, you will automatically be branded a tourist, which will actually increase your chances of getting something stolen.
Definitely go for a handbag - with or without a shoulder strap. Just make sure it has a zipper that you can keep closed and hang on to it tightly.
Definitely go for a handbag - with or without a shoulder strap. Just make sure it has a zipper that you can keep closed and hang on to it tightly.
#13
Join Date: Jan 2003
Posts: 6,110
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I find a SportSac handbag to be very convinient for travel. The shoulder strap adjusts so I can have it short and carry the bag between my body and upper arm or very long and put the strap across my body. The size is perfect for a map, guidebook, bottle of water and a few other things. The bag is also very lightweight.
I actually take that and my daypack (daypack as a carryon) so that while I am on a trip, I can choose to take my purse or daypack depending on what I am doing that day.
I wouldn't bring a bumbag. Unlike a lot of 80s fashion, this one isn't making a comeback (at least not yet - LOL).
I actually take that and my daypack (daypack as a carryon) so that while I am on a trip, I can choose to take my purse or daypack depending on what I am doing that day.
I wouldn't bring a bumbag. Unlike a lot of 80s fashion, this one isn't making a comeback (at least not yet - LOL).
#14
Join Date: Apr 2005
Posts: 4,970
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I've never had a problem with my shoulder bag (small size) wedged under my arm. The thieves look for someone more careless... and there are plenty of those - like women who walk along with their bag unzipped, wallet hanging out next to an engraved invitation.
#20
Join Date: Jan 2003
Posts: 299
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
American tourister has lightweight bags, similar to Le Sports Sac. They are often found at KMart and Target. A good place to look for lightweight purses is a Ross, or TX Maxx.
I don't mind my "fanny pack" because I wear the bag in front and it is usually hidden by a light-weight shirt I usually wear over my blouse. I don't carry anything of value in it--lipstick, a few $$s maybe, sunscreen and hand sanitizer.
As with all advice here, this is only MY opinion and each person needs to make a decision that they feel comfortable with. I personally don't like having to shove a purse under my arm--but that's my opinion too. The crack about shotting someone was certainly uncalled for. Ciao!! mhm
I don't mind my "fanny pack" because I wear the bag in front and it is usually hidden by a light-weight shirt I usually wear over my blouse. I don't carry anything of value in it--lipstick, a few $$s maybe, sunscreen and hand sanitizer.
As with all advice here, this is only MY opinion and each person needs to make a decision that they feel comfortable with. I personally don't like having to shove a purse under my arm--but that's my opinion too. The crack about shotting someone was certainly uncalled for. Ciao!! mhm