A good backpack or crossbody bag for women?

[Tasmen]

I've been using the small backpacks made by Loungefly. They are big enough to hold a bottle or two of water but not so big that you are carrying the world with you. Upside too, you can get a Disney design. Here's a search on amazon that includes a ton of Disney themed backpacks. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=loungefly+backpack&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

 

[LizzyS]

I've been using the small backpacks made by Loungefly. They are big enough to hold a bottle or two of water but not so big that you are carrying the world with you. Upside too, you can get a Disney design. Here's a search on amazon that includes a ton of Disney themed backpacks. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=loungefly+backpack&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

I've been thinking about getting one of these so that I can carry a little more in the parks, but are they clumsy to deal with on rides? My "park purse" has always been the comparatively small Lesportsac Kasey bag, but if I want to bring in snacks, I really don't have a comfortable amount of room in the bag, plus a bottle of water is out of the question.

 

[Tasmen]

I've been thinking about getting one of these so that I can carry a little more in the parks, but are they clumsy to deal with on rides? My "park purse" has always been the comparatively small Lesportsac Kasey bag, but if I want to bring in snacks, I really don't have a comfortable amount of room in the bag, plus a bottle of water is out of the question.

I didn't find it clumsy at all on rides. I like to loop one of the straps around my leg and put the pack between my legs at my feet. I am able to do that just fine. My daughter was too with hers.

 

[LizzyS]

I didn't find it clumsy at all on rides. I like to loop one of the straps around my leg and put the pack between my legs at my feet. I am able to do that just fine. My daughter was too with hers.

Thank you for the feedback!

 

[lurkergirl]

This thread is downright dangerous! There are just too many cute Disney bags out there now. So... to continue this thread in a related direction: D23 Expo is coming up this summer and finding a sturdy, practical, cute (!! Bonus points for super cute !!) bag for long days in the ACC has been added to my to-do list. I have the same bag I've used for the past two Expos, but a new bag wouldn't be amiss. Are people using their parks bags or something different for Expo??

I'm a big fan on the Harveys Disneyland 60th Anniversary Poster Totes for the Expo - they are roomy and comfortable (they have very nice shoulder straps and a crossbody strap).

 

[avalon451]

I've been thinking about getting one of these so that I can carry a little more in the parks, but are they clumsy to deal with on rides? My "park purse" has always been the comparatively small Lesportsac Kasey bag, but if I want to bring in snacks, I really don't have a comfortable amount of room in the bag, plus a bottle of water is out of the question.

Ooooh, ooooh, I just got my loungefly yesterday, and it’s so stinkin’ cute! My daughters are all like, “Ok, we’re going to need a Loungefly, too.” Here’s a pic with a water bottle for scale.

 

[LizzyS]

Ooooh, ooooh, I just got my loungefly yesterday, and it’s so stinkin’ cute! My daughters are all like, “Ok, we’re going to need a Loungefly, too.” Here’s a pic with a water bottle for scale.

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I actually ordered the ewoks one from amazon this afternoon!

I did think about buying one in the park in February, but I didn't love the versions they currently have on the shelves, but I LOVE the ewoks one!

 

[LizzyS]

I actually ordered the ewoks one from amazon this afternoon!

I did think about buying one in the park in February, but I didn't love the versions they currently have on the shelves, but I LOVE the ewoks one!

So this came yesterday and I think I'm going to love it. The straps seem comfy and, though the bag is small, it seems like it will hold quite a bit! Plus, just LOOK at it!

 

[LizzyS]

I love the ewok that's squalling SO much!

 

[avalon451]

So this came yesterday and I think I'm going to love it. The straps seem comfy and, though the bag is small, it seems like it will hold quite a bit! Plus, just LOOK at it!

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CUUUUUTE!

 

[DLgal]

Sherpani Jag LE is my new go to. Its light, water resistant, and fits a lot of stuff.

 

[CharleneTheDM]

I myself would bring a Herschel fanny/hip pack. I'd fit my phone, wallet, ID, sunscreen, handcream and charger. Having both hands free is so awesome.
My boyfriend would bring a gym style drawstring sackpack and carry water bottles, souviniers and heavier items.

 

[avalon451]

Sherpani Jag LE is my new go to. Its light, water resistant, and fits a lot of stuff.

Haven't seen these before. They look great.

 

[AmberK24]

It’s been a few years since visiting DLR...is there a no bag line? I’ll for sure be trying to go without if it speeds up morning security.

 

[theluckyrabbit]

There is a no bag line on the Harbor side, but it isn't always open.

 

[avalon451]

Ooooh, ooooh, I just got my loungefly yesterday, and it’s so stinkin’ cute! My daughters are all like, “Ok, we’re going to need a Loungefly, too.” Here’s a pic with a water bottle for scale.

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Today I went to the outlet mall near us, looking for the perfect thin wallet or car holder we were discussing earlier in this thread. I really love the Kate Spade Minnie cardholder:

but I wanted a zip pocket for change, etc. and anyway the outlet didn't have it, of course. So, we went to the Kate Spade outlet and found the perfect cardholder with a zip around pocket, still very slim, AND it matches my summer purse. And, it was on sale for 60% off! So I got it for like $32. I love it!

 

[Whistlebee]

I have a small Kipling backpack I use. Similar in size to those Loungefly backpacks. Mine might be a little bigger. Anyway, I love it. It is big enough for my packable jacket, water bottle, 2 epipens plus inhaler, my wallet which is actually a small bag that I keep powder, lipstick, gloss in too, and a few snacks. My oldest daughter usually brings a really small backpack for her packable jacket, bottled water and little wallet. My youngest sometimes brings an even smaller backpack for her water bottle and a snack. If she doesn’t than I put her water bottle and snack in my backpack too. I’m so happy we are out of the stroller phase and we can make do with 1 small backpack and 1 x-small backpack. The only downside to my backpack is it has a ton of pockets so getting through security is a little bit of a pain but I love it the rest of the day when everything is so organized.

 

[KaitaiaFire]

Are there security concerns (i.e. pickpockets) with wearing a backpack in the parks? A lot of you have mentioned wearing backpacks, so it can't be that much of a risk...or it is?

 

[loloandstitch]

Are there security concerns (i.e. pickpockets) with wearing a backpack in the parks? A lot of you have mentioned wearing backpacks, so it can't be that much of a risk...or it is?

Only speaking for myself but I have gone to the park plenty of times with a backpack and have never had a problem while I was wearing it. Just make sure everything is zipped! I see tons of people with designer backpacks also- whether that is smart or not I can't speak to...

 

[JKCK_808]

Are there security concerns (i.e. pickpockets) with wearing a backpack in the parks? A lot of you have mentioned wearing backpacks, so it can't be that much of a risk...or it is?

This is what i've been concerned about which is why I carry a crossbody, but a TON of people carry backpacks so it can't be THAT much of a concern, can it?