https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 06 May 2026 09:01:43 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack#post-956888 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 20:28:25 +0000 Inge 956888@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that crossbody bag on you, AJ, and really like the plan to get your hubby a separate messenger bag. Problem solved;-)</p> <p>Have a brilliant holiday!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack#post-956872 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 20:05:02 +0000 AJ 956872@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh thanks so much for all the responses!&nbsp; I already have a good size crossbody bag.&nbsp; See pic #1 here:<br /><a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-dress-challenge-days-2-3" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....e-days-2-3</a></p> <p>I think I'll get a medium size messenger bag for hubby to appease his "What if we need it?"&nbsp;concerns.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack#post-956767 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 17:00:05 +0000 Anonymous 956767@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am a very utilitarian traveler and would refuse to travel with a heavy burden. </p> <p>I have always been a city Explorer, rather than a beach goer. When my daughter was little, I would refuse to leave my hotel each day with anything other than the bare minimum. I figured that I was not to go about into an Amazon expedition, and that if I *really* needed something I could stop and buy it. I also noticed that I seldom used all of that stuff I was carrying back and forth.</p> <p>I do not recall what other destinations you will be going to, but for the one I know, I recommend against the big backpack. First, the city is hard on travelers. Blocks are long, the humidity hits you hard. There is a street vendor in every corner and you can find inexpensive snacks too. I am not sure if I would want my kids lugging weight around. Do they need to snack thru the day?</p> <p>My solution: A decent size "manpurse" for your husband, so he can put his wallet and necesities and perhaps a couple things for the kiddos and a decent size crossbody bag for you. The kids can knot their light jackets around their waists when it gets hot.</p> <p> Another disadvantage of a backpack is that those give easy access to pickpocketers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack#post-956713 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 15:51:53 +0000 Glory 956713@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would also recommend a light weight messenger bag. With the kiddos, you know you will end up having to carry their items as well :).<br />REI, MEC etc carry some really nice ones.&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.mec.ca/shop/?q=messenger%20bag">http://www.mec.ca/shop/?q=messenger%20bag</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack#post-956672 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 14:16:05 +0000 unfrumped 956672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with above. Some sharing is ok but having one pack burro person means huge bag. However that's a personal choice too and could be what works best for some families. Also I struggle myself with whether to be prepared for everything, or to lighten up and let go-- veteran travelers may want to comment. Messenger bags allow for a reasonable amount of stuff but encourage some triage. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack#post-956659 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 14:01:51 +0000 Beth Ann 956659@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My first thought was "messenger bag," too.&nbsp; I have one I love, but it's just black nylon (dull).&nbsp; I love the leather versions, but they're expensive and heavy.&nbsp; I adore this brand -- popular with college students, however these are really more computer bags:</p> <p>ogio.com/womens-s</p> <p>Chewy also has an excellent point --- once the kids are past the early years, you can spread the burden, literally!</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack#post-956643 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 13:40:10 +0000 chewyspaghetti 956643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Everyone needs their own bag, I think. A decent sized cross body or messenger should work for you, but get the kids each a backpack to carry their own layers and snacks. There's no reason for tiny little you to be lugging everyone's stuff around all the time- or get hubby to do it! Yes, backpacks scream tourist, but if tourists you are then so what? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack#post-956543 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:46:48 +0000 Caro in Oz 956543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I use a messenger bag too. Do you mean a larger bag though with stuff for the five of you?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack#post-956535 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:26:45 +0000 Ornella 956535@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Messenger bag. The best thing ever. Hands are free and if you get big one (but not toooo big) it will hold decent amount of things.</p> <p>I personally prefer the bags&nbsp;with a lot of inside compartments generally and with messenger bag - especially on vacation - that would be a must. You'll need compartments for easier&nbsp;organisation&nbsp;AND for keeping&nbsp;valuables&nbsp;under the zipper.</p> <p>&nbsp;And, I also need to have one outside pocket, usually turned towards me for quick and easy access to the camera. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/alternative-for-backpack#post-956511 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 07:13:16 +0000 AJ 956511@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Planning for my upcoming vacation where we (hubby, 3 kiddos, and I) will be doing a lot of all day sightseeing.&nbsp; Usually hubby likes to bring a huge backpack full of snacks and light jackets in case of rain or evening chill.&nbsp; I think the backpack screams "tourist."&nbsp; Tote bags bother me since one strap is always falling off my shoulder.&nbsp; Any alternatives from all you lovely Fabbers?&nbsp; </p>