A Bag So Phenomenal It Needs Its Own Post
Oct 30, 2019
I saw this bag, and I fainted. When Kyle revived me, I knew I had to post this bag solo because it deserves a moment in the sun. It’s a bit on the casual side, but for travel or weekend, it’s the thing.
This Draper James saddle bag has a lovely round shape, chic details, and a sporty style. The wider strap and locked flap make this a great crossbody for travel. And I am smitten with the sumptuous deep burgundy color. (It also comes in navy.)
The price is a bit under-$200, so it’s not as affordable as I would like. But I ordered it to check the quality, and it feels very substantial. The hardware feels nice and heavy. The leather is a good thickness and has a wonderful feel.
The size is big enough for a wallet, cell phone, chapstick and few small items. This isn’t a work bag unless you travel light for work. But it’s a fantastic bag for giving casual weekend looks some life.
Out of your price range? This TMRW bag from Nordstrom Rack is under-$125. Target has an inexpensive burgundy flap crossbody that is similar, but the hardware is black giving it a moodier feel.
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Love this bag! And the Target find too!
Big fan of this, but also of the Lo&Sons Pearl. https://www.loandsons.com/products/pearl-saffiano-leather-plum-gold-grey I currently have the L&S Pearl in the Pacific Blue Saffiano Leather — it’s the perfect size, and fits SO MUCH, plus doesn’t show through the leather if you have it stuffed a little too much. It also is extremely durable. Bought it on a Black Friday sale, and love it. Debating now adding a new Pearl in the Plum Exterior or this Draper James you’ve recommended.
Price wise, the L&S Pearl outside of the sale price is $248, so not as affordable as the Draper James. But so far quality wise, it has held up.
I have this bag and love it as well!
I love the pearl too, but for my birthday my MIL got me a coach cassie and I am a little in love with it. https://www.coach.com/coach-cassie-crossbody/68348.html?search=true&dwvar_color=B4OXB#q=cassie&start=1
Love the color. I feel like bags of this size always have the removable strap (like this one does) and I think I’m in the minority here but I hate it! To me, it always makes the bag look cheaper than it is.
Small edit – “its” instead of “it’s” in the title, because it is possessive.