A woman’s bag is more than a mere accessory. Pockets on women’s clothing range from the non-existent to the impracticable, to sewn on but not actually there. Anyone who has ever worn women’s trousers knows the pocket dilemma. Anyone who hasn’t would have heard the jokes or seen the memes circulating social media.
A bag typically has to be carried, unless it is a rucksack or a crossbody bag. Crossbody bags for ladies are rapidly increasing in popularity. They’re basically a hands-free handbag with a lot more elegance than a rucksack. They can be bought anywhere.
Security
A rucksack is tempting, but do you really want your purse on your back where you can’t see it. Pickpockets are professionals. You may not even notice someone reaching into a rucksack. Crossbody bags are designed to sit on the hip and can be swung around to the front for even extra security.
Hands-Free
Another great advantage of a crossbody bag is the freedom. Managing a handbag with various other bags deserves an engineering degree on principle with a certificate in negotiations. Being hands-free is convenient. While out and about, if your phone rings, you know where it is without having to put down bags or switch hands while juggling everything. You can reach into your bag on your hip and answer. While out shopping, you can just reach in for your credit card or wallet without having to place the bag on the counter or bring it to your knee and balance the bag while searching. Most tend to maintain their shape better than a soft handbag too.
Comfort
The weight of a crossbody bag is evenly distributed to both sides of the body. No more painful shoulders at the end of the day.
Versatility
Crossbody bags aren’t your average satchel, but depending on the style, can become one in less than one minute with removable shoulder straps for when having a piece of fabric cutting across your body is inappropriate.
Pockets
Until women’s clothing comes equipped with appropriate pockets, crossbody bags are the next best thing. Men’s trousers don’t fit right anyways.
Club Life
Crossbody bags are the absolute best bags for a night out. They’re attached to your body, so you aren’t going to forget them somewhere. That makes them that much harder to steal as well. Your pocket ballet pumps for when your feet are sore from dancing in heels all night will be as safe as your purse, keys and phone for the long taxi queue.
There’s a crossbody bag for every outfit that is just as elegant as the traditional handbag, but with all the convenience of being hands-free. Crossbody bags are functional above all else, but that doesn’t mean you lose any style by using one. They’re perfect for daily use and fit in at the office as well as shopping, the school run and after-hours’ activities.
I’m a 20-something stay-at-home mother and wife. I have an amazing husband, a beautiful daughter, two loving dogs, and a lazy cat. I wouldn’t change my life for anything! I love to read, listen to music, cook and blog!
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