Travelon Anti-Theft Classic Mini Shoulder Bag, Black, One Size

I always put my wallet in my purse anyway, so why not ditch the wallet and put all the cards in the card pockets? It has lots of pockets for essentials like keys, phone, zip area for cash, but slim/compact enought that I can't try to jam everything I own into it so remains lightweight. I like the security measures, can never be too safe these days. I liked it so much I ordered the small cross body bag (only large enough for the essentials) and the saddle bag that were on sale. I also like that there's no ornate nonsense on the bags that catches the eye, less of a target for theft if they look kinda boring.

This is a great little bag with enough pockets to hold a remarkable amount of stuff. The black version passes as an acceptable manbag and the locking clasps on the zips are fiddly enough that I felt confident that it would dissuade most pickpockets from trying. The bag is still vulnerable to being snatched off your shoulder, but you can actually use the locking clasp to attach it to a trouser belt loop if you're that concerned. However, that's less likely anyway given the anti-slash protection. I spent a week with this in March in Barcelona (pickpocket capital of the world, supposedly) and as far as I'm aware nobody even tried. I paired this with my walking trousers that have zippable pockets as this provided quicker access to my phone and small change. The card holders in the bag can eliminate the need for a wallet, mine spent the whole week in the hotel room safe. I also had two small cameras, the rest of my cash, Metro passes and lots of misc leaflets and other stuff you pick up while touristing. When we needed bigger low-value items (e.g. coats, water etc), these went in a rucksack. The bag is not cheap but it bought me peace of mind and was actually more useful than my other satchel bag.

Traveled 2 weeks in South India, plus 30 hour flights each way. All the pockets are terrific, all have zips so nothing falls out. Very roomy, I carried my Kindle, wallet, sunglasses, Purell, tissues, wipes, etc, etc. Sturdy materials, very well made. I highly recommend it.

Although this product is called a travel bag I see it as a nicely designed purse made for traveling. It isn't so big that it looks like a tote bag, and it's not so small that it allows putting in more than just a phone, credit cards, ID, keys, pen and paper. The number of pockets allows for easy access to ID and passports when going through security and customs in one pocket, pen and paper in another pocket and your mobile phone in another. One can even carry a Kindle Reader. There are multiple slots inside the main compartment made for inserting credit cards. There is also a compartment for storing cash and coins; and if you carry cosmetics for a quick touchover there's room for that as well. The over-the-shoulder strap is thick and strong so one can feel secure that it will stay on you and not get cut off. I also like the dark grey neutral color that goes well with most clothing fashion. This purse is definitely made for travel!

Took this travel purse to France recently and believe it may be a perfect purse! It is lightweight with numerous zippered exterior pockets and well organized interior spots for keys, credit cards, money, passports, glasses, lipstick, etc without being bulky if you plan it correctly. I am an experienced traveler who has tried many purses and travel bags. This for me has proven to be just the right size, with just the right theft preventing items built in, with just the right strap for lengthening or shortening for any body type. It is simple in style, hugs the body, is easy for the owner to use, but would be off putting to a thief assuming the wearer is a conscientious traveler. Highly recommend this great travel purse!