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Why Nylon Is the Best Material for an Everyday Crossbody Bag

Most people choose a crossbody bag based on how it looks and give almost no thought to what it's made of. Then six months later, the leather is cracking. The canvas smells like old coffee. The vega...

Phone Crossbody Bags: How to Go Hands-Free Without Losing Everything

Your phone is in your hand right now. It was in your hand ten minutes ago. It'll be in your hand when you walk to get coffee, when you're pushing a stroller, when you're carrying groceries, and whe...

Best Lightweight Crossbody Bags for Travel | 6 Top Picks

There's a moment every traveler knows. You're rushing through a terminal, your bag is bouncing against your hip, and you're fumbling for your boarding pass somewhere in the chaos. That's usually wh...

Travel Cosmetic Bag for Makeup, Skincare & Toiletries

packing for a vacay is hard enough before you even get to your skincare regimen, haircare, makeup and other little essentials. first, you must ensure all those tubes and pots and bottles are the ri...

Women’s Backpack for Work, Travel & Everyday Use

most backpacks look like they belong in middle school and function like they still have a lot to learn. my goal with the boxer backpack was to design for those of us who’ve graduated from basic an...

Should Your Purse and Shoes Match? A Style Guide

the year is 2026 and yet this question about matching your purse and shoes still comes up. the short answer from someone who designs bags for a living: sure, you can match your purse and shoes, but...

Why Black Bags Are the Most Versatile Wardrobe Staple

full disclosure: this bag designer loves color. just look at the shortyLOVE collection and you can see it. teal. burgundy. army green. contrasting pops of orange or pink or sunny yellow. and i’m no...

Crossbody Bag Sizes: How to Choose the Right Size

Most people choose a crossbody bag based on how it looks, wear it once and realize it’s either too small for their stuff or too big for their body. Then it sits in a closet. Sound familiar? The tru...

5 Best Everyday Crossbody Bags for Women That Keep Your Essentials Safe

There's a reason crossbody bags have become the default for women who are constantly on the move. They sit close to your body, free up both hands and keep your essentials within reach without hangi...

How to Personalize Your Bag With Colorful Straps

when it comes to expressing yourself, can you think of anything more personal than color? you can use color to reflect your mood, or you can even use it to change your mood, bringing more fun and e...