How to select the perfect chain strap length for your crossbody

To get the best bag strap length for you, measure your bag or body with these steps. Our purse and crossbody bag strap length guide includes 3 options with directions and charts below. Option 1 and 2 are the best to get the exact result.

 

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Option 1: Measure the Strap Drop Length of your Bag 1. You will need a crossbody bag that you already know and love the length of when worn on your body. 2. Take a tape measure and measure from the top of the body of the bag (from the center) to the peak of your strap. (See image on right) 3. Find the length closest to this measurement in inches.

Option 2: Measure your Body 1. Take a tape measure and measure from the top of your shoulder to the opposite waist where you want the body of the bag to sit. This would be where the top of the body of the bag will start. (See image on right) We recommend not pulling the tape measure too taught, and to allow it to sit around your body's curves to simulate a strap. 2. Find the length closest to this measurement in inches. Choose from 18", 20", 23". Is 23" too short? Read here.

Option 3: Height Chart

This is harder to predict, as some people prefer their bag to sit lower or higher, have longer or shorter torsos, thinner or wider torsos. We have provided this for people who do not have access to a tape measure, but please use Option 1 or 2 if possible.

Please keep in mind that this is a general height guide and may not be perfect for every body type or preference, so please use your best judgment. 

Bag Strap Length Guide According to Height: 

How to select the perfect strap length for your waist / fanny pack

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We have several fanny pack straps that can work around the waist that vary in length. Here's how to measure your waist to find the perfect fit for you!

1. Take a tape measure and measure around the waist where you want to wear the bag to give you the Waist Length

2. Take Waist Length and subtrack the Bag Length. Waist L - Bag L = X

You can find this measurement under "Product Details" of the product page. 

Bag lengths: 

• Kelso Card Pouch 4"
• Kelso Passport Pouch 5.5"
• Mini Crissy Crossbody 5.6"
• Kelso Phone Pouch 7.25"
• Marina Grande Wallet 8"
• Full Crissy Crossbody 8.5"
• Elise Crossbody 8.5"
• Carmel Convertible Backpack 8.5"
• Bum Bag 9.25"

3. Check which straps the remainder X falls within:

• adjustable faux leather short strap: 15-30" total length
• jacquard short strap: 23"-29" total length
• adjustable faux leather wide strap: 25.5" - 43.5" total length
• adjustable faux leather strap: 36"-67" total length
• adjustable faux leather long wide strap:  36"-67" total length
• jacquard strap: 37"-57" total length

These are the straps that should work for you. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What if the strap is too long or too short?

A: We will be happy to help with an exchange. Just email us at support@ardencove.com that you would like to exchange your strap for a different one. We will provide a prepaid shipping label which you can use to mail back the strap only.

Q: Can I purchase more than one strap?

A: Yes! You can purchase extra straps here:

• Chain Strap with Shoulder Pad
• Slash Resistant Faux Leather Strap
• Slash Resistant Faux Leather Short Strap
• Slash Resistant Faux Leather Wide Strap
• Jacquard Strap
• Jacquard Short Strap

Q: What is the total length of each strap?

A: The straps measure approximately as follows:

• 18" chain strap drop length: 42-43" total length
• 20" chain strap drop length: 46-47" total length
• 23" chain strap drop length: 52-53" total length
• adjustable faux leather strap: 33"-59" total length
• adjustable faux leather short strap: 15-30" total length
• adjustable faux leather wide strap: 25.5" - 43.5" total length
• adjustable faux leather long wide strap:  33"-59" total length
• jacquard strap: 37"-57" total length
• jacquard short strap: 23"-29" total length

Q: The 23" is not long enough for me.

A: The longest chain strap is a 23" drop length; approximately 51-52" in total length. If you need a longer strap, we recommend checking out the Faux Leather Strap, Jacquard Strap, or Faux Leather Long Wide Strap.

The faux leather strap is adjustable and the strap is approximately 33"-59" in total length, and 15"-31 in drop length. 

The Jacquard Strap is adjustable and the strap is approximately  37"-57" (94-144.7 cm) in total length; and 17"-28" (43-71 cm) in drop length.

The faux leather Long Wide Strap is adjustable and the strap is approximately 33"-59" in total length, and 15"-31 in drop length. 

Q: Do you have any shorter straps?

A: Yes! We have the Faux Leather Short Strap, which is approximately 15-30" in total length.

It's a great option for turning your Grande Marina Wallet into a waist bag, or wear across the chest. You can also turn your Mini or Full Crossbody into a short shoulder bag to wear under the arm. 

We recommend measuring the length of where you want to wear the bag, then minus 8" (or length of the bag) to make sure this measurement will fit in between 15-30". 

If you want a shorter strap that is wider for comfort, take a look at our Jacquard Short Strap. 

It is adjustable, 23"-29" (58.4 - 73.7 cm) in total length; 10"-13" (25.4 - 33.0 cm) in drop length. 

It works well as a short shoulder bag to fit under the arm, around the waist, and across the chest. 

Q: Do you have any images of the bag with height and drop length?

A: Here are some examples. Click here for more for images of both Full Size and Mini size bags on a 18", 20", and 23" drop length chain strap on models at various heights. Keep in mind that everyone has different torso lengths, widths and preferences so we still recommenced measuring your body or favorite strap before purchase!

Comparison of Arden Cove Straps

Longer Straps

(Suggested for Crossbody or Long Shoulder Bag)

Strap	Faux Leather Strap	Faux Leather Long Wide Strap	Jacquard Strap	Chain Strap
Image
Color Options	Black-Gold, Black-Gunmetal, Brown-Gold, White-Gold	Black-Gold, Black-Gunmetal, Brown-Gold	Black-Gold, Black-Gunmetal, Brown-Gold	Black-Gold, Black-Gunmetal, Brown-Gold, White-Gold
Hardware Options (Locking VS Classic)	Locking and Classic (no White-Gold classic)	Locking	Locking	Locking and Classic (no White-Gold classic)
Dimensions	Length Adjustable Total Length 32.5"-58" (82.5 - 147.3 cm) Drop Length 11"-25" (27.9 - 63.5 cm) Width: 0.5" (1.3 cm)	Length Adjustable Total Length 36"-67" (91.44 - 170.18 cm) Drop Length 15"-31" (38.1 - 78.74 cm) Width: 1" (2.54 cm)	Length Adjustable Total Length 37"-57" (94-144.7 cm) Drop Length 17"-28" (43-71 cm) Width: 1.4" (3.5 cm)	Comes in 3 Sizes: Chain Strap Size Guide Strap Length: Drop Length 18" (45.7 cm) 20" (50.8 cm) 23" (58.4 cm) Total length (respective to above) 42-43" (106.7 - 109.2 cm) 46-47" (116.8 - 119.4 cm) 52-53" (132.1 - 134.6 cm) Width: Shoulder pad 1.5” (3.8 cm) Length: Shoulder pad 7.5” (19 cm)
Suggested Use	Crossbody, Long Shoulder Bag	Crossbody, Long Shoulder Bag	Crossbody, Long Shoulder Bag	Crossbody, Long Shoulder Bag
Compatible with	Crissy Crossbody in Full, Crissy Crossbody in Mini, Elise Crossbody, Carmel Backpack, Kelso Phone Pouch, Kelso Passport Pouch, Kelso Card Pouch, Victoria Tote, Dolores Backpack, MB Backpack	Crissy Crossbody in Full, Crissy Crossbody in Mini, Elise Crossbody, Carmel Backpack, Kelso Phone Pouch, Kelso Passport Pouch, Kelso Card Pouch, Victoria Tote, Dolores Backpack, MB Backpack	Crissy Crossbody in Full, Crissy Crossbody in Mini, Elise Crossbody, Carmel Backpack, Kelso Phone Pouch, Kelso Passport Pouch, Kelso Card Pouch, Victoria Tote, Dolores Backpack, MB Backpack	Crissy Crossbody in Full, Crissy Crossbody in Mini, Elise Crossbody, Carmel Backpack, Kelso Phone Pouch, Kelso Passport Pouch, Kelso Card Pouch, Victoria Tote, Dolores Backpack, MB Backpack

Shorter Straps

(Suggested for Waist / Fanny Bag, Backpack, Short Shoulder Bag, Chest Bag)

Strap	Faux Leather Wide Strap	Faux Leather Short Strap	Jacquard Short Strap
Image
Color Options	Black-Gold, Black-Gunmetal, Brown-Gold	Black-Gold, Black-Gunmetal, Brown-Gold, White-Gold	Black-Gold, Black-Gunmetal, Brown-Gold
Hardware Options  (Locking VS Classic)	Locking and Classic	Locking and Classic (Black-Gold only)	Locking
Dimensions	Length Adjustable Total Length 25.5" - 43.5" (64.8 - 110.5 cm) Drop Length 12.5" - 21.5" (31.7 - 54.6 cm) Width: 1" (2.54 cm)	Strap Length Adjustable Total Length 15"-30" (38.1 - 76.2 cm) Drop Length  5.5- 12" (13.97 - 30.48 cm) Width: 0.5" (1.3 cm)	Strap Length Adjustable Total Length 23"-29" (58.4 - 73.7 cm) Drop Length 10"-13" (25.4 - 33.0 cm) Width: 1.4" (3.5 cm)
Suggested Use	Crossbody, Shoulder Bag, Backpack, Chest Bag, Waist Bag/ Fanny Pack	Short Shoulder Bag, Chest Bag, Waist Bag/ Fanny Pack	Short Shoulder Bag, Waist Bag/ Fanny Pack
Compatible with	Crissy Crossbody in Full, Crissy Crossbody in Mini, Elise Crossbody, Carmel Backpack, Kelso Phone Pouch, Kelso Passport Pouch, Kelso Card Pouch, Victoria Tote, Dolores Backpack, MB Backpack Works as backpack straps for Carmel Backpack and Victoria Tote	Crissy Crossbody in Full, Crissy Crossbody in Mini, Elise Crossbody, Carmel Backpack, Kelso Phone Pouch, Kelso Passport Pouch, Kelso Card Pouch	Crissy Crossbody in Full, Crissy Crossbody in Mini, Elise Crossbody, Carmel Backpack, Kelso Phone Pouch, Kelso Passport Pouch, Kelso Card Pouch Works as backpack straps for Carmel Backpack and Victoria Tote

Accessories

Item	Top Handle	Wrist Strap	Key Chain Bracelet
Image
Color Options	Black-Gold, Black-Gunmetal, Brown-Gold, White-Gold	Black-Gold, Black-Gunmetal, Brown-Gold, White-Gold	Black-Gunmetal, Grey-Gunmetal, Pink-Gold, Navy-Gold
Dimensions	Length: 10" (25.4 cm)	Length: 8" (20.3 cm)	Length: 6" (15.2 cm)
Suggested Use	Top Handle	Wristlet	Wristlet, Bracelet, Key Chain, Key Leash
Compatible with	Elise Crossbody, Mini Crissy Crossbody, Marina Grande Wallet, Carmel Backpack (included)	Kelso Phone Pouch, Kelso Passport Pouch, Kelso Card Pouch, Mini Crissy Crossbody, Marina Grande Wallet	All Bags

Guides Arden Cove Bags & Strap Combinations

Best Straps for the Crissy Full Crossbody

Best Straps for the Elise Crossbody

Best Straps for Carmel Backpack

Best Straps for Crissy Mini Crossbody

Comparison Photos of Arden Cove Straps

Faux Leather Strap

 

Faux Leather Wide Strap

Jacquard Strap

Chain Strap

Karin is 5'5" wearing 20" chain strap (See size guide)

Faux Leather Short Strap

Jacquard Short Strap 

Top Handle

Wrist Strap

Keychain Bracelet