Help me find the perfect crossbody

[zebrastreyepz]

Another vote for the Vera Bradley although I personally prefer the smaller one.

I love that bag.

 

[Roxyfire]

So, for something completely different, this is what I use: http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/1a1d/
It's not feminine at all, so that might not be everyone's style. But it does hold tons of stuff in a low profile. Plus it has a nice wide shoulder strap for comfort and holds up very well in the rain. I don't carry a tablet like they show, but it's a good spot to fit a couple larger phones and/or a kindle. There's even a pocket in the back that perfectly fits at least 2 disney rain ponchos (in a ziploc bag of course).

 

[JoJoGirl]

Another vote for the Lululemon Festival Bag. It is a bit pricey for a park bag. However, it is durable enough for outdoor in-the-weather use, has great organizing features, and is more than cute enough to carry with any outfit, from casual park attire to something more dressy you would wear out in the evening. I love, love, love mine!

 

[Dashzap]

I just stumbled across a new bag I am going to get. It's a ugo...totally waterproof...you can use your phone while it is in the bag. http://ugowear.com/

"There is plenty of room for your phone, keys, cash and passport, so whether you're in rough seas or enjoying long walks on the beach ugo will keep your items safe and dry! Fits all size phones including the iPhone 6+, 7+, Samsung 7 edge and Note5 with slim cases, bulky cases may need to be removed. The inside has 3 spots for your credit cards and an additional zipper good for housing cash or medication."

 

[Alicefan]

My best friend and I carried the Baggalini crossbody on this trip and we LOVED them! You can convert the strap to make it a fanny pack if the strap bugs you and it has sooo many compartments and card pockets. There was room for everything and everything was separated and not a mess to dig through every time we needed something. I ended up buying 3 different colors and she bought one for herself when she got home. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Baggallini-...328704?hash=item2f00d39340:g:xt8AAOSwopRYd7gO

 

[dprincessmom]

I have one that I got from Thirty-one! Love it and have used it for years. I am a plus size woman, so this bag is perfect. The strap is wide and long enough that it is comfortable and doesn't pull on my neck. I have a small one that is perfect for a small wallet, bottle of sun screen, granola bar and a bottled water. I actually just purchased another larger one for our cruise this year and to tour Washington DC and Europe next year.

 

[DT83097]

I wish I could get a new Baggalini crossbody like the one I bought several years ago and have taken on every Disney trip since as well as our family trips to Mackinac Island. This sucker has held up so well the only issue I have that caused me to look for a new bag is the mesh water bottle holder is losing some of its elasticity. BUT what I love about it and can't seem to find on any other crossbody bags is that on the strap that sits on your chest is a zipper pocket big enough for my iPhone.....I like having quick access to it without having to swing the bag around to get into the other pockets, plus if I have it on vibrate I can "feel" if it's ringing or I'm getting a text from other family members. I have yet to find another with a phone pocket in the strap so let me know if I've missed one please!!

 

[MGD2007]

I loved the Patagonia Atom Sling. http://www.patagonia.com/product/atom-sling-bag-8-liters/48260.html It has a great pocket on the front strap to store your phone---super handy! However the pocket is only big enough to hold an iphone 5. A 6 won't fit.

 

[DT83097]

I loved the Patagonia Atom Sling. http://www.patagonia.com/product/atom-sling-bag-8-liters/48260.html It has a great pocket on the front strap to store your phone---super handy! However the pocket is only big enough to hold an iphone 5. A 6 won't fit.

I looked at a similar Patagonia one, but I think what I don't like about those (other than small phone pocket) are the angled pockets in the main bag. Not really sure why, but I like the type that open from the top - seems easier to me to get things in/out.

 

[cadd10]

I wish I could get a new Baggalini crossbody like the one I bought several years ago and have taken on every Disney trip since as well as our family trips to Mackinac Island. This sucker has held up so well the only issue I have that caused me to look for a new bag is the mesh water bottle holder is losing some of its elasticity. BUT what I love about it and can't seem to find on any other crossbody bags is that on the strap that sits on your chest is a zipper pocket big enough for my iPhone.....I like having quick access to it without having to swing the bag around to get into the other pockets, plus if I have it on vibrate I can "feel" if it's ringing or I'm getting a text from other family members. I have yet to find another with a phone pocket in the strap so let me know if I've missed one please!!

I have 2 of these and the "new" larger phones don't fit. It was great and I was able to use it as a diaper bag when the youngest was 2! Wish they would update it.

 

[RustManFan]

I took my new Lugg Crossbody on a recent trip to California and it was ideal. I like that the strap can be shortened to wear around my hips. It is very lightweight but has RFID protection and holds much more than its size would suggest.

Would buy again in a heartbeat!!

 

[LizGirl]

I absolutely love the eBags Piazza day bag. I'm wearing it in my profile pic, actually! I originally bought it for Disney but now use it as my everyday bag. It has a spot for everything and is light weight. I can wear it on a shoulder or cross body and the strap stays put!

I found the baggallini messenger sling bag on these boards years ago. It's a larger bag and gives me plenty of room to carry my camera, hand wipes for the kids, water bottle, sunglasses, etc. It's easy to overload so you have to be careful! The strap is wide and it has a little zipper pouch to hold my annual pass and license to get my discounts. I like that it sits on my back and doesn't flap against my leg as I'm power walking to the next ride. I can also swing it around in crowds and hold it where no one can mess with it. http://www.ebags.com/product/baggallini/messenger-sling-bagg-crinkle-nylon/47360?productid=10396181

For days that I only need my wallet and phone, I use the baggallini everyday crossbody. It's small and super light. It basically has a wallet built into the front zipper pocket so you can just take what you need and not carry the extra weight of a wallet. http://www.ebags.com/product/baggallini/everyday-bagg/143934?productid=10333050 The Vera Bradley little hipster is very similar and also a nice bag.

I also have (yes, I'm a bag addict!) one of the small Vera Bradley Disney backpacks. I know you said cross body but I use this one sometimes to give my neck a break.

 

[wdwtheplacetobe]

Dooney and Burke have a WIDE variety of Crossbody bags...

 

[nicki.momof3]

I like the Vera Bradley Hipster...(not the mini). The strap is wider, and the length is adjustable. Bonus that they come in Disney prints too.

I 100% agree with the Vera Bradly Hipster. I love the thick soft strap. I have a number of them and I always carry them into the parks. Never an issue. If you subscribe to Vera Bradly emails you can get some really good deals. They have a sale every week.

 

[Northernlites]

I use the Lesportsac classic everyday. I like that the one side can expand by 2 inches when you open the second zipper.

 

[minnie1012]

I bring this one. It's easy to wipe clean, is light weight and has a comfortable strap:

https://poshmark.com/listing/Coach-Crossbody-bag-58db2c4dd14d7bd72216e07d

 

[edk35]

My mom uses a Travelon Anti-Theft Crossbody bag. They have a few different styles and colors. Its nylon so easy to clean, she finds it lightweight and comfortable, and there are theft deterrents on it which is a bonus (slash proof, zippers can lock together and hide in a pocket, RFID blocking, etc.)

I have that bag too. I took it on ONE Disney trip and it was way too heavy for me I ended up buying a Vera to use the rest of the trip. LOL

 

[hiroMYhero]

Redirecting to a current thread:
Best cross body bag for the parks (not Vera) and closing.