Cross Body Bags: Where Fashion And Practicality Meet

When I was younger, I thought that practical and fashionable resided on the opposite ends of the spectrum. As I’ve gotten older (and much, much wiser) I realize that this is a simplistic approach. Nowhere do the worlds of style and function combine than in the cross body bag. Oh, the delight of having my hands free! Ranging in size from a pouch to a messenger bag, your shoulders and your wardrobe will both thank you.

Cross Body Bags: Where Fashion And Practicality Meet

With two roomy pockets and a magnetic closure, Blue Calla’s bag is the perfect size for every day use. I love the way she’s tempered the bright black and yellow peony fabric with the grey canvas.

White Dog Vintage started with a vintage black crocheted bag and added handmade roses, velvet leaves, and a bit of lace trim to give it a romantic, shabby chic look. So much texture in one little bag!

Jennifer Lilly specializes in vintage inspired designs from clothing to accessories to bags. The rich leather and classic design of this bag make it perfect for every occasion and it will increase in beauty as it ages.

For me, the key to a great messenger bag is that handle that gives you the option of carrying it like a satchel. Upcycled from a men’s brown tweed suit coat and a lambswool herringbone coat, Lily Whitepad’s unisex design is roomy enough to serve as a stylish carry on travel bag.

Medium Control is your place for handprinted apparel, art prints, bags, and more. I’m quite fond of the bags that feature Watson the Cat. Here he is in black on a khaki canvas bag, but you can choose from 7 ink colors.

Using fabrics from their very own Festival Blooms line, the ladies from Ella Grace have created this amazingly vibrant bag. Just think how this would add color and interest to your regular uniform of jeans and a tee.

If you aren’t familiar with the boho-bayou designs at Bayou Salvage, you are seriously missing out! This ruffle messenger bag has a relaxed easy feel about it and is available in your choice of 16 colors.