FYI, if you are looking for a particular Delvaux or LV model, you could call them at +32 (0) 50 33 07 88 and see if they have it. Or ask them to let you know if they acquire one before your visit.

Thanks, BTilke! I will definitely hit the second hand shop. No one here that I know of has those bags- so if I get a "last-season's" model- who cares? I'll have to check out those Louis V.'s as well! I already told my husband that's the one "must-do" on our list!

Just reporting in: I found my travel bag. It's a French brand by the name Sequoia and was $40. Very lightweight (think Le Sportsac w/o the designs), I can wear it across my body, and it lays flat. It will fit everything.

It's a large light green bag with an adjustable nylon strap - a nice spring color. And I couldn't resist, and got a deep purple w/pink stripe one as well, but the shoulder strap wasn't adjustable.

I tried to find a site featuring these bags, but alas, all I found right now are ebay sites, and none of them with my bag in it.

I got my Magellan's CitySafe Handbag and really like it! It could be a little larger, but that's fine. It will prevent me from carrying too much stuff. I like the features of this purse, including the tamperproof zipper. There's a pocket that looks like it's for a cell phone, but my digital camera fits there nicely. The only negative thing are the two small outside pockets. Not enough room for anything except for a pen or two and maybe a pair of glasses.

Monica ((F))

Monica,
I'm thinking about exchanging the MetroSafe 200 bag I got for the CitySafe handbag or CitySafe shoulder bag.

I guess you got the handbag, not the shoulder bag, right? (The shoulder bag holds a water bottle on the outside, I think.)

What is the fabric like? The fabric says "600-denier nylon" for all 3 of those bags, but, the one I got looks like a heavy, canvasy fabric--which I don't really like.

Also, is the shoulder strap adjustable?
Thanks.

I am a big fan of the Norm Thompson Save Your Back Bag.

It converts to a backpack. I can get a water bottle, in the little pouch on the back, tour book and digital SLR inside along with other junke and it doesn't seem to kill me with the weight...

Sad news: I'm returning the purple and <font color="orange">orange</font> striped bag (it looked pink at one point). While the bag is very functional, the color is all off for me. Thus, the bag goes back from whence it came. Century 21 in NYC.

Now, if I was a teeny bopper, it would be a whole different story! ;)

One year older today...

Mcnyc --
Sorry it didn't work out; don't think mine is either.

Is it your birthday? If so, Happy Birthday!!!! :)

Yes it is! :D Thank you Maire. And to return a purchase on such a day...*gasp*! At least the light green one is still a go.

Sorry yours didn't work out either. I have so many black bags that I always look for differently colored bags. The reason I brought home the purple bag was because it held water bottles! And all the pockets were so generous (read: fits more stuff).

I guess I'll look at more bags as a backup bag...I have an unwieldly obsession for bags!

Maire - I have the CitySafe 100 and you're correct. It kind of looks like a heavy canvas, but with a nylon blend sheen more than cotton canvas look. IMO much better than micro-fiber, but everyone has their own taste :) It is also very understated in that it is small, streamlined and does not jump out at you as a travel purse. We're all so silly aren't we? I hope this thread is helping people!

mycnc - HAPPY BIRTHDAY! :)

I don't have a travel purse and travel extensively. I have a good quality leather bag with a shoulder strap and zipper. I do carry a cloth bag that I use as a carry on and doubles as an extra bag for picnics or long day trip. I have never found the need for anything else.

Hipvirgochick - my MetroSafe 200 is very dull fabric--no sheen. Looks like a camera bag to me. Does your CitySafe 100 have a zipper pocket inside? It doesn't hold a water bottle on the outside, does it? Thanks.

maire - Ok, I checked and your description is better. You're right it's not really a sheen, but you can tell it's more nylon than cotton (more like a camera bag like you said). It's more of a casual look. But, it's small so it's ok.
There is no water bottle holder and no zipper pockets on the outside. There are two zipper pouches on the inside of each side, and a little pocket with a velcro strip and credit card slots and a main compartment. Sound a lot more basic than the 200. I would not count on this purse to hold a ton of stuff, after all, it is only 10&quot; x 10&quot; x 4&quot;. I don't want to take a large bag this time because I tend to load it up and I want to travel light :)

Thanks for checking that and giving me the details, Chick.

I thought the MS200 would be great for me, but I'm not crazy about the flap; think I'd rather have a &quot;purse&quot; style. I do like the outside water bottle pockets though. It's 11x11x4, I think, and will hold everything I need. I know what you mean, the bigger it is, the more I'll put in it.

I just went and looked at mine again...ok, it sort of has a subtle sheen, but the style still looks like a camera bag.

Decisions, decisions. ;)

Underhill, thanks, I tried out the black Lesportsac on a trip to Charlotte this weekend, and it worked like a charm. I did take another nice bag to wear when we went out at night.

I'm also looking at a Coach bag that you can wear around your shoulders or waist. I may get it as well.

annieladd

Check out the great selection of travel bags at www.ebags.com, especially the smart Baggallini line.

Back from my travels and I have to say that the security travel purse I got from Magellan's was the best freakin thing I had there. Seriously, it was so great. I got it in leather, it had the cable in the strap, so it couldn't get cut off me, it truly helped me feel secure with all it's clever zippered stashes, and to not have to worry about my purse was wonderful.

I decided to keep using it after the trip and to even buy one more, in case the company in Santa Barbara that makes it, quits making it.

I never rave about stuff like this, but I am this time.

Magellan's and Travel Smith offer a lot of options. Take a look and see what suits you.

Ignore pitched battles over who is &quot;right&quot; on fodors.

I haven't seen anyone mention Tumi bags. Their Vista Flap bag is perfect for travel. You can wear it across the body and it's the perfect size. They're really attractive also.