the cross-body bag…

so, i know cross body bags have been all the rage for a while… no new fashion update in this blog post! but i have been getting more compliments than usual on the one that i carry and there are so many reasons to love them, i’d thought i’d share anyways.

now, i love a big bag! my vintage noe is usually a black hole of goodness… travel wallet, hair brush, B&B dry shampoo, lots of chapstick options, and sometimes a good book but it can be a hassle to carry it everywhere. when i’m antiquing, vintage shopping and running around town tackling errands and whatnot, i just need the essentials. license, debit card, powder compact and iphone. I even take my single car keys off the rest of my chain and it all fits perfectly in this little beauty with some room to spare…

my vintage Dooney & Bourke found @Ebay {it even attaches to your belt... havent worn it that way yet, but hey!}

there are lots of options out there! if you’re a preppy-bohemian girl, you’ll love this one… {invite me out on your yacht!}

Tory Burch "Vivian Classic Mini Bag" @ShopBop

not all Dooney’s are super chic… but, if you stick to the classics like the “all weather leather,” duck mini’s and original equestrian styles you can’t go wrong…

Dooney & Bourke "Duck Mini" @Nordstrom

don’t forget about etsy and ebay… it’s fun to go on the hunt to find something you think is absolutely perfect…

Vintage Brass Buckle + Tobacco Leather @Etsy

i’ll leave you with one that i’m LOVING. it’s pricey though, which is why Marc and i have a constant love/hate relationship…

Marc Jacobs "Tangramarama Rocky" @MarcJacobs

where have you found your favorite cross-body?? enjoy and be curious! hg