https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:16:36 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047805 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 21:51:18 +0000 DonnaF 2047805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I keep a (cheap) pen in every single one of my bags. Otherwise, I end up with five in one and none in four. </p> <p>From bag to bag I transfer: 1) A very small wallet that has a coin section, currency section, and credit card section. I try to remove anything that doesn't get used.&nbsp; 2) A small pouch the size of my wallet that includes lippie, a small pill container that hold decongestant and Naproxen, a few tissues, a small cloth for cleaning glasses, two keys on a ring, flossers, Tide on the Go packet, bunion pad, and toe pad. 3) My house and car keys. 4) My phone. Any more than this and I will forget something.</p> <p>I also sometimes carry my reading glasses.</p> <p>I keep my bags small to keep them in proportion to my short stature and to ensure that they don't become too heavy. I used to think I needed a larger bag until I really examined what I was and was not using. Keeping my lists on my phone really helped. </p> <p>Oh, and I change out my bag almost daily!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047799 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 21:34:57 +0000 Bennett 2047799@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I used to be a mule as well, but it turns out I never touched most of the stuff I dragged around. My handbag contains:&nbsp;<br />&nbsp; phone<br />&nbsp; reading glasses<br />&nbsp; small flat leather zip-pouch with wrist strap for cash and debit card<br />&nbsp; small thin metal snap-lock case to stack credit and ID cards in<br />&nbsp; one chapstick<br />&nbsp; one lipstick<br />&nbsp; a couple hair elastics&nbsp;</p> <p>I just need a little extra space for sunglasses IF needed, and the key fob if I'm driving. So if you come to me for tissues, deodorant, saline, tape measure, stain stick, umbrella, shopping bag, sunscreen, headphones, nail polish, clippers, perfume, brush, bandaids, mints, gum, wet wipes, aspirin, or a pen........&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;I'll just point to Suz! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047789 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 21:20:02 +0000 Anonymous 2047789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I keep most stuff in the car, just my phone and little coin pouch w cards and cash stay with me-in little crossbody purses.<br /> Buuuut....<br /> I have a bag for the gym<br /> A bag for swim<br /> A bag for lunch<br /> That goes in my big work tote bag<br /> Reusable shopping bags in 3 sizes<br /> Swag bags for full time job<br /> Swag bags for part time job<br /> A bum bag for running-hiking<br /> A bag for my bike</p> <p>What I actually want to carry:<br /> Absolutely Nothing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047787 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 21:01:17 +0000 Echo 2047787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't carry an organizer, but I do switch bags frequently. I just move the main things from one bag to another.<br />* Wallet<br />*Keys<br />*Lanyard for work<br />*Epi-pens for my daughter<br />*Brush<br />*Phone<br />*Tape measure (it IS surprisingly useful)<br />* Lipstick<br />* Sunglasses<br />*Reading glasses </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047771 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 20:29:39 +0000 Suz 2047771@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Haha, <b>Lisa,</b> that would work! I'm a mule!&nbsp;</p> <p>The measuring tape (a soft tailor's tape, that rolls up) is for measuring garments (sometimes) or furniture (if in house shopping mode). It turns out to be surprisingly useful. And weighs nothing.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047765 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 20:02:22 +0000 Classically Casual 2047765@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I alternate between the city and the country. In the city I use a normal size bag, and besides the basics it contains my gym lock, keys, earplugs, a small tape measure, and heaven knows what else.</p> <p>In the country I use a minimalist bag and all I need are wallet, phone and sunglasses. I much prefer being in the country.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047753 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 19:35:58 +0000 Sal 2047753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LisaP- I am in your camp! My bag is disorganised. I do swap and this forces tidy ups or receipts etc. Maybe there is something in a star sign! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047687 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 18:05:00 +0000 Jane 2047687@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ahh! Interesting! I love changing my bag! </p> <p>Pouch with make up<br /> Small purse with cards with lovely words saying ‘woman in a mission’ from a dear friend<br /> 2 phones<br /> Ear buds<br /> Pen<br /> Glasses</p> <p>Then today<br /> Homemade flash cards (I’m learning Italian)<br /> And an Inspector Montalbano book (in English but maybe one day in Italian!) </p> <p>The thing I always lose is the key fob for work door. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047683 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 17:56:27 +0000 Christina F. 2047683@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I like to carry the following for work. For other days I adjust depending on where I'm going and for how long.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Phone with wallet that holds some cc's, metro card, and work building pass<br /></div><div>Wallet (holds cash and less used cc's and Membership cards)<br /></div><div>Keys<br /></div><div>Three different pill bottles - allergy, Tylenol and Aleve (one helps with my hip, the other with headaches--annoying that one won't do both).</div><div>Sunglasses</div><div>Wireless earbuds</div><div>Body Glide in the summer</div><div>Mini Tide pen</div><div>Lip Balm</div><div><br /></div><div>The bag I used to organize all this has needed to change for a long time - it was falling apart and too small for the pill bottles. I just stumbled across the perfect item i the travel section of the Container Store:</div><div><br /></div><div><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.containerstore.com/s/travel/makeup-and-toiletries/baggie-all-zippered-maisie-pouch/12d?productId=11010288">https://www.containerstore.com.....ouch/12d?p</a><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>It fits everything but but is VERY lightweight because it's for travel. I hope it holds up well to daily use, but it only cost $10. I'd wanted a makeup bag or something for this purpose, but I like this even better.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047682 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 17:56:00 +0000 Alicewonderland 2047682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I found a wallet organizer that can hold essentials including keys and glasses, which also can convert into a small crossbody with the clip on strap. I then just put this wallet into each bag. Otherwise for things like lipstick/lip balm I put one in each bag. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047676 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 17:38:16 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 2047676@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Most of the time these days I get by with what is in my pockets. Cell phone, men’s style wallet, keys, and lip balm. When I can’t do that for clothing reasons I put those items and a small cosmetics bag in whatever small purse works with my outfit. The cosmetics bag has extra medicine, Kleenex, glasses cleaning cloth, shout wipes, etc. I keep similar stuff in my car along with some snacks and a towel. I’ve got bigger bags that hold my planner and/or laptop and/or paperwork, but then I’ll usually pair it with a smaller bag for my personal stuff. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047670 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 17:17:53 +0000 Melaine 2047670@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I use a Sash Bag which has card slots and lots of pockets. When I switch bags I just put all the stuff into the same pocket in the other bag so it's really easy. I am kind of a bag minimalist though I pretty much carry cards, keys, phone, inhaler, and my essential oil rolls for the most part.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047669 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 17:03:13 +0000 Tammyb 2047669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I’m so curious! Why the tape measure? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047667 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 16:53:33 +0000 Anonymous 2047667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, instead of trying to switch out the stuff in my handbags, I'll just bring you with me. You have all the stuff I'll need &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047630 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 15:29:18 +0000 Suz 2047630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a bag maximalist. I carry a lot, and struggle even to manage a small crossbody or clutch for evenings out when presumably I should not need as much. Where do you all put your stuff?&nbsp;</p> <p><b>What I usually carry (or want to carry):&nbsp;</b></p> <ul> <li>Wallet</li> <li>Card holder for extras (not crucial but...it's always when I leave it at home I find I need it.)&nbsp;</li> <li>Sunglasses and case</li> <li>Phone</li> <li>Keys + massive fob for electronic car start (I hear you,&nbsp;<b>LisaP</b>)</li> <li>Transit card</li> <li>Measuring tape</li> <li>Kleenex</li> <li>Extra shopping bags</li> <li>Bottle of water</li> <li>Small pouch containing: lip balm, roll on sunscreen, lipstick, eye pencils, concealer, saline solution, bandaids, etc. &nbsp;</li> <li>Headphones</li> </ul> <br /><b>What I often ALSO carry:&nbsp;</b></p> <ul> <li>My Kindle mini and a notebook (for writing) and/or my laptop.&nbsp;</li> <li>A sweater or small jacket.</li> <li>A mini-umbrella.</li> </ul> <div><br />You can see why pockets would never do it for me and I really struggle with the teeny little bags!&nbsp;</p> <p>Also, why I don't bother to switch out that often. :)&nbsp;</p> <p>I am, however, super organized about the switch when I make it and it takes no more than a minute.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047627 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 15:17:41 +0000 Sisi 2047627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Minimalist-&nbsp;wallet, office keys, cell phone,&nbsp;tissues, makeup case.&nbsp;</p> <p>During the working week I also take another&nbsp;larger bag (at present I am using&nbsp;an old straw beach bag) to carry&nbsp;snacks,&nbsp;a scarf,&nbsp;yoga clothes for when I go directly from work to yoga, and other random things (shopping bag, bills to check ...)</p> <p><b>lisa p</b> you are too funny! Do not expect help from me, I am also rather disorganized ... :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047622 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 15:14:15 +0000 notsaf 2047622@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can't leave the house without:</p> <p>- Wallet (very minimal: just a small, structured flat leather pouch)<br />- Phone<br />- Keys<br />- Sunglasses (also minimal: Ray Ban aviators sometimes carried without their case) and/or an umbrella<br />- Lip balm (Sugar)</p> <p>Somehow, I manage to fit these all into a mini bucket bag, which is what I carry when I carry the least. Like Angie, I switch over almost every day or even twice a day. I guess, also like Angie, bags are part of my signature look -- or at least what I think finishes an outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047617 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 14:58:32 +0000 taylor 2047617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Large bag contains :<br /> Large Cosmetic bag that also contains aspirin, hand wipes bandaids.<br /> Sunnies<br /> Glasses<br /> Keys<br /> Wallet<br /> Cell phone </p> <p>Small bag contains:<br /> Sunnies<br /> Glasses<br /> Wallet<br /> Keys<br /> Lipstick</p> <p>The only thing that changes is that I don’t put my cosmetic bag in . If it is a really small cross body I will put my cell phone in my pocket and perhaps put my sunnies on my head . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047611 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 14:52:10 +0000 JAileen 2047611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a small zip pouch that holds lipstick, chapstick, emory board, dental floss, nail clipper, and Advil. So no loose things in my bag.</p> <p>What I have in my bag:<br /> Wallet<br /> Keys<br /> Sunglasses<br /> Reading glasses<br /> Zip pouch<br /> Phone<br /> Pen </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047610 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 14:51:33 +0000 Astrid 2047610@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a minimalist and switch my things over. I have some things more than once so they usually stay in the two bags I most regularly use at the time: tissues, lip balm and a lens cleaning cloth. I switch my wallet, phone and keys. Plus a pen. Other than that the only things I carry regularly are a waterbottle and if necessary an umbrella and some female hygiene products. And a reusable shopping bag in case I run some errands on the way somewhere. It's not much, so I find it easy to keep track and switch. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047606 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 14:43:12 +0000 Susie 2047606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm pretty minimal. I have a small pouch for lipstick/balm,&nbsp; perfume and a few other things. My wallet is quite small but holds all I need. Loose items are a folding hairbrush, key fob, phone, a pen, and a pair of readers. I commute by car so sunglasses live there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047585 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 14:16:18 +0000 Anonymous 2047585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm super-disorganized with purses and their contents, and always have been. &nbsp;Despite owning every purse organizer , makeup pouch, &nbsp;wallet, etc etc ever manufactured, I never get past the first day with them and then it's back to loose lipstick and gloss, my wallet, maybe a pen if I'm lucky, maybe mints if I'm lucky, and my phone. &nbsp;When I switch bags - which happens often in the summer - these things may or may not make it to the bag of the day. &nbsp;By the end of a week , or month, all of my lipsticks are in different purses &nbsp;, 5 of them are found in my gym bag, &nbsp;one bag will have 25 random crumpled receipts and 100 tissues in it, and another has my wallet which I've been looking for all day. &nbsp;UGH!&nbsp;</p> <p>PLEASE SEND HELP. </p> <p></p> <p>Oh - and to make it even worse now? My new car has a push-button start that doesn't require a key to get into , either. &nbsp;My keys are NEVER where they should be, and I can't get a handle on not needing them to start and turn off the car. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047571 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 13:24:46 +0000 Anonymous 2047571@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve used small bags or nothing and with certain purses, the small bags make it feel too heavy but most of the time it’s worked well. When I use nothing, I tend to lose or misplace stray items! I must have a zillion chapsticks hiding out together somewhere! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047567 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 13:21:49 +0000 Anonymous 2047567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have one small bag that contains the absolute bare minimum.</p> <p>I have a second purse organizer that contains everything I like to have with me. &nbsp;</p> <p>When I switch out bags, I always have the small bag with me. &nbsp;I have the purse organizer with most of the time, but it is not essential. &nbsp;</p> <p>The system is fine tuned. &nbsp;It has never let me down, even once. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-question-for-those-who-switch-out-their-handbags-frequently#post-2047565 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 13:19:21 +0000 Tammyb 2047565@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are you a minimalist in what you carry or do you have a small bag that contains everything and you just move that from bag to bag. </p> <p>For reference, I carry:<br /> Wallet<br /> Lipstick<br /> Chap stick<br /> 2 cell phones<br /> Work ID<br /> Keys </p>