Vera Bradley bags - What do you like about them?

[AmazingGrace]

I used to be a Coach girl but now I'm a Vera girl. A few years ago I wouldn't have been caught dead with one but now I have several and a ton of the accessories. It started with the zip around wallet. The best wallet I have every owned!
I love their sale section on the website and am waiting for the late fall/early winter sale. Last year was fantastic!!

I'm currently carrying Libby in Bali Blue.

I love my mini zip around wallet. It's the best wallet, I have ever owned.

 

[bleufleur]

I heart Vera!! I have the Libby in Java Blue and I'm currently scoping ebay for a Cargo in pinwheel pink. I do prefer the longer adjustable straps though, so the newer styles are all too short for me. Which is a bummer since I adore the paprika color.

 

[wdwgirl03]

This is one of the bags I own:

I don't think it's granny-ish at all, and I'm in my 20s.

Definitely not! I think that pattern is adorable and I am also in my 20s. Now if they still had patterns like some of the very first ones I would NEVER carry Vera Bradley.

 

[tomthebarncat]

To me it looks like a bag that I would have in my car trunk for when I make a quick stop at the market. I would never in a million years carry what essentially looks like a cheap alternative to plastic or paper. I do not carry poorly constructed handbags, as a corporate trainer, I need to look sharp!! and this type of bag is not the corporate image I wish to project. I also don't get the bag lady brand, it looks like something Samsonite would put out for travel. My SIL graced me with her presence this summer and she would not shut up about my extensive, expensive handbag collection. Well, I live in Europe, I make alot of money when I work, and my work is dependent upon abilities but also my professional image. I look at the good quality made in Italy or France as an investment in my career and my earning potential. She then raved about her bag lady brand handbag that had loose threads hanging off of it from poor construction. I asked her why she wasn't carrying the Longchamps Pliage bag that we gave her a few christmas ago, well, it is too fancy and might get dirty!! It is plastic and can be washed, you moron!! She then asked me how much I think she paid for cheap bag, I replied 5 bucks? no, it was 10, I replied it was 5 dollars too much. I did duly note that she does not want to pay for quality and she does not care where things are manufactored. Well, I stated out loud, no more European goodies for you at Christmas, from now on, we will just get you a ten dollar gift certificate for Walmart, where you can buy plenty of cheap crap made in China! Handbags are relative to each individual and their own sense of personal style! So go on and carry whatever you are willing to spend money on and makes you happy!!

 

[JEmaryland]

To me it looks like a bag that I would have in my car trunk for when I make a quick stop at the market. I would never in a million years carry what essentially looks like a cheap alternative to plastic or paper. I do not carry poorly constructed handbags, as a corporate trainer, I need to look sharp!! and this type of bag is not the corporate image I wish to project. I also don't get the bag lady brand, it looks like something Samsonite would put out for travel. My SIL graced me with her presence this summer and she would not shut up about my extensive, expensive handbag collection. Well, I live in Europe, I make alot of money when I work, and my work is dependent upon abilities but also my professional image. I look at the good quality made in Italy or France as an investment in my career and my earning potential. She then raved about her bag lady brand handbag that had loose threads hanging off of it from poor construction. I asked her why she wasn't carrying the Longchamps Pliage bag that we gave her a few christmas ago, well, it is too fancy and might get dirty!! It is plastic and can be washed, you moron!! She then asked me how much I think she paid for cheap bag, I replied 5 bucks? no, it was 10, I replied it was 5 dollars too much. I did duly note that she does not want to pay for quality and she does not care where things are manufactored. Well, I stated out loud, no more European goodies for you at Christmas, from now on, we will just get you a ten dollar gift certificate for Walmart, where you can buy plenty of cheap crap made in China! Handbags are relative to each individual and their own sense of personal style! So go on and carry whatever you are willing to spend money on and makes you happy!!

Jeez, calm down lady. I don't like them either but I don't get so worked up about it.

 

[FinallyBoughtDVC]

To me it looks like a bag that I would have in my car trunk for when I make a quick stop at the market. I would never in a million years carry what essentially looks like a cheap alternative to plastic or paper. I do not carry poorly constructed handbags, as a corporate trainer, I need to look sharp!! and this type of bag is not the corporate image I wish to project. I also don't get the bag lady brand, it looks like something Samsonite would put out for travel. My SIL graced me with her presence this summer and she would not shut up about my extensive, expensive handbag collection. Well, I live in Europe, I make alot of money when I work, and my work is dependent upon abilities but also my professional image. I look at the good quality made in Italy or France as an investment in my career and my earning potential. She then raved about her bag lady brand handbag that had loose threads hanging off of it from poor construction. I asked her why she wasn't carrying the Longchamps Pliage bag that we gave her a few christmas ago, well, it is too fancy and might get dirty!! It is plastic and can be washed, you moron!! She then asked me how much I think she paid for cheap bag, I replied 5 bucks? no, it was 10, I replied it was 5 dollars too much. I did duly note that she does not want to pay for quality and she does not care where things are manufactored. Well, I stated out loud, no more European goodies for you at Christmas, from now on, we will just get you a ten dollar gift certificate for Walmart, where you can buy plenty of cheap crap made in China! Handbags are relative to each individual and their own sense of personal style! So go on and carry whatever you are willing to spend money on and makes you happy!!

OMG - I just loved this post, especially the purple line! Too funny and so true.

 

[SundaeAfternoon]

Now if they still had patterns like some of the very first ones I would NEVER carry Vera Bradley.

LOL agreed! Those were definately granny!

 

[SundaeAfternoon]

To me it looks like a bag that I would have in my car trunk for when I make a quick stop at the market. I would never in a million years carry what essentially looks like a cheap alternative to plastic or paper. I do not carry poorly constructed handbags, as a corporate trainer, I need to look sharp!! and this type of bag is not the corporate image I wish to project. I also don't get the bag lady brand, it looks like something Samsonite would put out for travel. My SIL graced me with her presence this summer and she would not shut up about my extensive, expensive handbag collection. Well, I live in Europe, I make alot of money when I work, and my work is dependent upon abilities but also my professional image. I look at the good quality made in Italy or France as an investment in my career and my earning potential. She then raved about her bag lady brand handbag that had loose threads hanging off of it from poor construction. I asked her why she wasn't carrying the Longchamps Pliage bag that we gave her a few christmas ago, well, it is too fancy and might get dirty!! It is plastic and can be washed, you moron!! She then asked me how much I think she paid for cheap bag, I replied 5 bucks? no, it was 10, I replied it was 5 dollars too much. I did duly note that she does not want to pay for quality and she does not care where things are manufactored. Well, I stated out loud, no more European goodies for you at Christmas, from now on, we will just get you a ten dollar gift certificate for Walmart, where you can buy plenty of cheap crap made in China! Handbags are relative to each individual and their own sense of personal style! So go on and carry whatever you are willing to spend money on and makes you happy!!

I am new here, so I'm not going to say what I really want to say to this post....so I will just post this smilie:

 

[powellrj]

To me it looks like a bag that I would have in my car trunk for when I make a quick stop at the market. I would never in a million years carry what essentially looks like a cheap alternative to plastic or paper. I do not carry poorly constructed handbags, as a corporate trainer, I need to look sharp!! and this type of bag is not the corporate image I wish to project. I also don't get the bag lady brand, it looks like something Samsonite would put out for travel. My SIL graced me with her presence this summer and she would not shut up about my extensive, expensive handbag collection. Well, I live in Europe, I make alot of money when I work, and my work is dependent upon abilities but also my professional image. I look at the good quality made in Italy or France as an investment in my career and my earning potential. She then raved about her bag lady brand handbag that had loose threads hanging off of it from poor construction. I asked her why she wasn't carrying the Longchamps Pliage bag that we gave her a few christmas ago, well, it is too fancy and might get dirty!! It is plastic and can be washed, you moron!! She then asked me how much I think she paid for cheap bag, I replied 5 bucks? no, it was 10, I replied it was 5 dollars too much. I did duly note that she does not want to pay for quality and she does not care where things are manufactored. Well, I stated out loud, no more European goodies for you at Christmas, from now on, we will just get you a ten dollar gift certificate for Walmart, where you can buy plenty of cheap crap made in China! Handbags are relative to each individual and their own sense of personal style! So go on and carry whatever you are willing to spend money on and makes you happy!!

quite a little rant over a handbag, tell us how you really feel!!!!

FYI, they do cost quite a bit more than $5,and no they can't be bought at Wal Mart!

 

[luvmy3]

To me it looks like a bag that I would have in my car trunk for when I make a quick stop at the market. I would never in a million years carry what essentially looks like a cheap alternative to plastic or paper. I do not carry poorly constructed handbags, as a corporate trainer, I need to look sharp!! and this type of bag is not the corporate image I wish to project. I also don't get the bag lady brand, it looks like something Samsonite would put out for travel. My SIL graced me with her presence this summer and she would not shut up about my extensive, expensive handbag collection. Well, I live in Europe, I make alot of money when I work, and my work is dependent upon abilities but also my professional image. I look at the good quality made in Italy or France as an investment in my career and my earning potential. She then raved about her bag lady brand handbag that had loose threads hanging off of it from poor construction. I asked her why she wasn't carrying the Longchamps Pliage bag that we gave her a few christmas ago, well, it is too fancy and might get dirty!! It is plastic and can be washed, you moron!! She then asked me how much I think she paid for cheap bag, I replied 5 bucks? no, it was 10, I replied it was 5 dollars too much. I did duly note that she does not want to pay for quality and she does not care where things are manufactored. Well, I stated out loud, no more European goodies for you at Christmas, from now on, we will just get you a ten dollar gift certificate for Walmart, where you can buy plenty of cheap crap made in China! Handbags are relative to each individual and their own sense of personal style! So go on and carry whatever you are willing to spend money on and makes you happy!!

Maybe your SIL didn't want to carry the overpriced designer handbag because she didn't want to potrray an image that implied she had an attitude that was like yours.

 

[SundaeAfternoon]

Does anyone have the Morgan bag shown below?

If so, are the straps flimsy? They look like they are. I love the style though.

 

[Liberty Belle]

I love the tweed ones. The signature bags are ok. I think they can be cute with jeans and a plain top.

 

[mickeysmyboy]

I have a large collection of Vera bags and love them all! None of them Granny-ish! I assure you I would not carry them if they were! I also have a big collection of Coach bags but I find the Vera's to be much more functional for my needs!

Currently I'm carrying a Bali Gold Mail Bag that is wonderful!! I love being able to put it across my body and be hands free!!

There are sooo many great colors and different bags!!!

To me it looks like a bag that I would have in my car trunk for when I make a quick stop at the market. I would never in a million years carry what essentially looks like a cheap alternative to plastic or paper. I do not carry poorly constructed handbags, as a corporate trainer, I need to look sharp!! and this type of bag is not the corporate image I wish to project. I also don't get the bag lady brand, it looks like something Samsonite would put out for travel. My SIL graced me with her presence this summer and she would not shut up about my extensive, expensive handbag collection. Well, I live in Europe, I make alot of money when I work, and my work is dependent upon abilities but also my professional image. I look at the good quality made in Italy or France as an investment in my career and my earning potential. She then raved about her bag lady brand handbag that had loose threads hanging off of it from poor construction. I asked her why she wasn't carrying the Longchamps Pliage bag that we gave her a few christmas ago, well, it is too fancy and might get dirty!! It is plastic and can be washed, you moron!! She then asked me how much I think she paid for cheap bag, I replied 5 bucks? no, it was 10, I replied it was 5 dollars too much. I did duly note that she does not want to pay for quality and she does not care where things are manufactored. Well, I stated out loud, no more European goodies for you at Christmas, from now on, we will just get you a ten dollar gift certificate for Walmart, where you can buy plenty of cheap crap made in China! Handbags are relative to each individual and their own sense of personal style! So go on and carry whatever you are willing to spend money on and makes you happy!!

WOW! Think a lot of yourself don't you?! YIKES!

 

[Liberty Belle]

To me it looks like a bag that I would have in my car trunk for when I make a quick stop at the market. I would never in a million years carry what essentially looks like a cheap alternative to plastic or paper. I do not carry poorly constructed handbags, as a corporate trainer, I need to look sharp!! and this type of bag is not the corporate image I wish to project. I also don't get the bag lady brand, it looks like something Samsonite would put out for travel. My SIL graced me with her presence this summer and she would not shut up about my extensive, expensive handbag collection. Well, I live in Europe, I make alot of money when I work, and my work is dependent upon abilities but also my professional image. I look at the good quality made in Italy or France as an investment in my career and my earning potential. She then raved about her bag lady brand handbag that had loose threads hanging off of it from poor construction. I asked her why she wasn't carrying the Longchamps Pliage bag that we gave her a few christmas ago, well, it is too fancy and might get dirty!! It is plastic and can be washed, you moron!! She then asked me how much I think she paid for cheap bag, I replied 5 bucks? no, it was 10, I replied it was 5 dollars too much. I did duly note that she does not want to pay for quality and she does not care where things are manufactored. Well, I stated out loud, no more European goodies for you at Christmas, from now on, we will just get you a ten dollar gift certificate for Walmart, where you can buy plenty of cheap crap made in China! Handbags are relative to each individual and their own sense of personal style! So go on and carry whatever you are willing to spend money on and makes you happy!!

 

[MaumeeMom]

To me it looks like a bag that I would have in my car trunk for when I make a quick stop at the market. I would never in a million years carry what essentially looks like a cheap alternative to plastic or paper. I do not carry poorly constructed handbags, as a corporate trainer, I need to look sharp!! and this type of bag is not the corporate image I wish to project. I also don't get the bag lady brand, it looks like something Samsonite would put out for travel. My SIL graced me with her presence this summer and she would not shut up about my extensive, expensive handbag collection. Well, I live in Europe, I make alot of money when I work, and my work is dependent upon abilities but also my professional image. I look at the good quality made in Italy or France as an investment in my career and my earning potential. She then raved about her bag lady brand handbag that had loose threads hanging off of it from poor construction. I asked her why she wasn't carrying the Longchamps Pliage bag that we gave her a few christmas ago, well, it is too fancy and might get dirty!! It is plastic and can be washed, you moron!! She then asked me how much I think she paid for cheap bag, I replied 5 bucks? no, it was 10, I replied it was 5 dollars too much. I did duly note that she does not want to pay for quality and she does not care where things are manufactored. Well, I stated out loud, no more European goodies for you at Christmas, from now on, we will just get you a ten dollar gift certificate for Walmart, where you can buy plenty of cheap crap made in China! Handbags are relative to each individual and their own sense of personal style! So go on and carry whatever you are willing to spend money on and makes you happy!!

Wow! I'm almost speechless. I'm so glad that your expensive bags work for you and fit the "professional" image that you need to project. Good for you.

I googled the Longchamps Pliage bags and, while they are cute, I really don't think that it is all that much better than the pretty VB bags that have been discussed here. Actually, I would much prefer a nice fabric to plastic (which according to you any moron would know could be washed - such a nice way to talk to/about family).

I'm lucky enough that being a mom and homemaker is my profession. Therefore, the VB bags suit me just fine. I like them because they are so light. I have a few other bags that are really cute but the decorative buckles and thick linings make them so heavy. I also get bored with my handbags and the less expensive they are, the more I can buy. BTW many of the VB bags are made in the USA.

 

[SundaeAfternoon]

Wow! I'm almost speechless. I'm so glad that your expensive bags work for you and fit the "professional" image that you need to project. Good for you.

I googled the Longchamps Pliage bags and, while they are cute, I really don't think that it is all that much better than the pretty VB bags that have been discussed here. Actually, I would much prefer a nice fabric to plastic (which according to you any moron would know could be washed - such a nice way to talk to/about family).

I'm lucky enough that being a mom and homemaker is my profession. Therefore, the VB bags suit me just fine. I like them because they are so light. I have a few other bags that are really cute but the decorative buckles and thick linings make them so heavy. I also get bored with my handbags and the less expensive they are, the more I can buy. BTW many of the VB bags are made in the USA.

Great post! I also googled the Longchamps Pliage bags and those look like they come from Walmart for sure!

 

[NY Disney fan]

Handbags are relative to each individual and their own sense of personal style! So go on and carry whatever you are willing to spend money on and makes you happy!!

....after you insult all those who carry the ones you like. Oh and as for Longchamps Pilage, there is a sucker born every minute. $80 for a vinyl bag that looks like a Sam Walmart original. P T Barnum was right.

 

[luvmy3]

I just got an email- Daisy Daisy and Pinwheel Pink are 40% off at VB

 

[SundaeAfternoon]

I just got an email- Daisy Daisy and Pinwheel Pink are 40% off at VB

Awesome! Thanks for the info!

 

[AmazingGrace]

This is my latest purchase!!

here's a review I wrote on it.


I just bought a saddle Up in Blue Rhapsody. I'm a Vera fan, but I'm also very picky. This has made it hard for me to find "the" bag for me. When the Saddle Up was first introduced, I was a hesitant about the flap closure. The bag itself seemed the perfect size and having the option to carry it crossbody was a huge plus, but the flap vs. the zipper closure concerned me.

So, I did my research, read other reviews and even test drove a Saddle Up in my local signature store. I was very pleased and wanted this bag. Today, I finally broke down and bought one.

The bag itself is roughly the size of a bowler as far as space. Big enough to carry what you need, but not so big that people comment on your cute diaper bag. (yes, just this week, i had that happen with the cargo sling). It has three unquilted pockets inside along with a zipper pocket, perfect for tampons, and such.

Under the flap are two deep pockets, perfect for Cell phones, iPods or keys. The strap is a bit thinner than what I would think to see on a bag that size, but no discomfort yet. The silver accents lend a touch of class and the the tucks in the front give it a real feminine look. I like how the bag expands from the sides. It has plenty of room to grow without looking bulky or being uncomfortable. The pattern, I realize is a matter of personal taste, but this pattern seems to be made for this style. Just perfect together.

I have quite a few different styles of Vera. All with different characteristics that I love. When I look at my Saddle Up, it's like Vera took all of these things and put it into one amazing package. I can't begin to tell you all how happy I am with this bag!!