Dear PurseBop:
I am traveling to several European countries and would like recommendations of casual luxury bags that are useful for day trips when traveling through large cities.
Dear European Traveler:
When traveling in a new city or country having one stylish yet practical luxe bag that works for day trips is essential. There are a few features that the bag should possess to be versatile yet practical for seamless use.
A good travel handbag should have the following features:
Sufficient Size: Big enough for your essentials (wallet, phone, sunglasses, passport, lip balm) but not so large it becomes heavy or a burden.
Secure closure: A zipper or flap closure is essential to protect your belongings from pick pockets or falling out since you may take public transportation or do a lot of walking.
Comfortable carry style: Shoulder strap or cross-body strap is best for days in the city spent sight seeing, shopping, and traveling from place to place.
Durable material: Leather or sturdy materials such as canvas are lightweight but withstand unexpected weather or excessive use without looking worn.
Style that works with travel wardrobe: A small to medium sized cross-body bag that sits comfortably next to the body will be light weight, secure, hold the necessities, and can easily transition from day to night.
Hermès Non-Quota Bags to Consider:
Evelyne 16 or 29: Both sizes are great cross body bags that sit comfortable next to your body at all times.
Kelly Danse: A very versatile bag that can be worn 5 different ways from on the shoulder, cross-body, as a belt bag, as a backpack, or as a clutch for evenings.
Garden Party: Various sizes come in either canvas or leather. This is a lightweight, understated small tote bag that has great capacity without being overly large or heavy.
Hac a Dos: Technically a backpack but usually carried cross-body with the opening on the front of the body. This back is extremely stylish and although touted as a man’s bag is truly unisex. It has good capacity and a secure Kelly closure.
Goyard Tote Bag with Zipper Closure: The most lightweight, roomy, and secure tote bag is believed to be the Goyard Artois. It comes in 2 sizes, has a zipper closure on top, is extremely lightweight, and weather resistant. It will hold all your essentials, a light jacket, umbrella, and even small purchases.
Any of the above bags are great for day trips exploring a new city, offer a handsfree option while sightseeing, taking trains, buses, or taxis, and walking long distances. They are comfortable to wear on the shoulder or cross-body while being relaxed, lightweight but with a stylish flare.
Happy travels.
Garden Party Voyage bags in H Canvas with Panoplie Cavalière print and Négonda calfskin
- Karenzpurses posted 1 week ago
