Meet the Crissy Full Crossbody, our best-selling "Goldilocks" bag. It’s not too big, not too small, and tough enough to survive a downpour in Paris or a crowded metro in Rome. Designed for those who refuse to choose between high-end style and function.
Why You’ll Love It
Peace of Mind: Built-in zipper clasps, slash-resistant fabric, and a cut-resistant strap mean you can focus on the view, not your valuables.
Built-in RFID Wallet: Leave the bulky wallet at home. Use the 8 card slots and zippered pocket to organize your cash, passport, and cards securely.
Water Resistant Fabric & Zippers: Our premium nylon and YKK zippers don't just resist water; it repels it. Spilled coffee or sudden rain? Just wipe it off.
Surprising Capacity: It looks sleek, but it’s a Mary Poppins bag at heart. Comfortably fits a 16.9 oz water bottle, a Kindle, your phone, and a portable charger.
Features & Security
Slash-Resistant Lining: High-quality microfiber faux leather and nylon lined with a cut-resistant barrier on all sides.
Anti-Theft Strap: You get to pick your favorite style without compromising on safety. All straps are either reinforced with a steel cable or the made of metal chain strap. All have locking hardware with our specially designed clasps that can be locked to a chair or post while you dine.
Organized Dream: Two interior pockets and zipper pocket to keep your lip balm, keys, and AirPods easy to find.
Durable Design: High quality materials and design meant to be used and not babied. Made to carry you through years of travel.
Designed with security in mind, all our straps feature a locking clasp with a screw bit to keep them secure. All our zippers also have clasps to keep your bag secure. Both prevent quick access by pickpockets. These anti-theft features provide peace of mind without compromising style.
Rain or Shine
Water Resistant
Made for all-weather protection with rubber-backed water-resistant nylon and YKK water-resistant zippers. Independently tested to AATCC TM35-2018e standards, our bags showed zero water absorption, keeping your essentials dry even in wet conditions.
Built-In Security
Slash Resistant
The bag delivers 360° anti-theft protection with A9-rated slash-resistant straps and an A1-rated slash-resistant lining, both tested to the ANSI/ISEA 105-2016 standard. Its steel cable-reinforced straps and protective material-lined body help prevent cut-and-run theft attempts, ensuring your belongings stay secure wherever you go.
The regular jacquard strap is not slash-resistant.
Block Unauthorized Scanning
RFID Blocking Built-in Wallet
The Crissy Full Crossbody features a built-in RFID-blocking wallet, designed to protect your cards & passports from unauthorized scanning. Independently tested with an ISO 14443 card from all distances and orientations, it successfully blocked all attempts, ensuring your personal information stays secure.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 499 reviews.
Great bag. I felt safe with the clasp. Some scuffs on the bag but have been able to clean them. Fits what I need.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your beautiful photo and review! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Crissy on your adventures. Wishing you many more no matter where life takes you! 😊 Best, Carmen
Loved this bag for traveling!!! We went on a 2 week cruise to 7 different cities throughout Italy, Spain, Malta, and Tunisia and it held everything I needed. It is super sturdy and I felt very safe with the locking zippers even in Barcelona which is known for pickpocketing. It went SO well with all my outfits (so much linen!). I was debating sizing down to the crissy mini bag but so glad I didn’t since it was a perfect size for daily travel. It fit all my money, our passports, chapstick, 2 kinds of sunscreen, hand sanitizer, sunglasses, hair clip and my phone. Even a small water bottle could fit in there if I moved stuff around! Honestly such good quality it feels like it could hold up for years and years, I’m excited to travel more with it!! Also love supporting a family business, would buy this bag again and again!
P.S. one suggestion/feature request, I would LOVE an external pocket for my phone, as I was always moving my phone in/out of my bag to take pics and zipping the whole thing every time was a hassle. A phone-sized pocket in the back would be perfect as I could leave it open in areas where I’m less scared of pickpocketing. Just don’t want my whole bag hanging open unzipped while I’m taking pics lol. Hope this is possible!!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and photo, Camille! What a picture perfect photo!! I'm so glad that the Crissy Full was able to fit all your essentials and went so well with your outfits 😊
As for an external open pocket, we will be releasing this later this year! We previously had issues with the construction of this warping the bag a bit, but we now have it worked out, and hope to have them available soon. Best, Carmen
I used this purse on my recent trip to Italy, and it made me feel both secure and stylish! I needed something that would look great in photos while also protecting me from pickpockets. While staying alert is key, my Arden Cove purse met all my needs! It's by far the most stylish anti-theft purse I've found—trust me, I've looked. With features like RFID-blocking technology, locking zippers, and slash-proof material, it has everything. Plus, when I spilled something on it, I discovered it's water-resistant too! Although the price might be steep for some, the peace of mind it provides is priceless, especially since we were warned about pickpockets by locals in Italy. Highly recommend it!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your glowing review, Annette! And what an amazing photo!! I'm so glad your Crissy is meeting your needs, and you found out that it is water-resistant as well! Wishing you many more wonderful & safe trips around the world 😊 Best, Carmen
This crossbody bag was perfect for my trip to Paris, where pick pocketing is a problem… no one could break into my bag with the locking zipper closures! And it was perfect for some rainy days, as it’s water resistant… it fit everything I needed (sunglasses, portable battery charger, Paris travel book, RFID protected pocket for my passport and credit cards, etc.)… and really stylish too! Absolutely loved this bag!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and beautiful photo, Karen! I hope you had a lovely time in Paris, and I'm so glad you love your Crissy! Wishing you many more travels in the future 😊 Best, Carmen
I loved this bag! It's so hard to find cute anti-theft purses but this one is amazing. The material held up really well in all different weather and through the chaos of traveling abroad. The anti-theft clasps are easy enough to open while you're holding the purse but not so easy that I felt like a pickpocket could get in without me noticing. Definitely worth the purchase!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review, Anjali! Beautiful photo, and love how the green Crissy looks on you ❤️ I'm so glad you are liking the materials & features. Wishing you many more wonderful travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I love this bag! So stylish for travel and everyday use. Easy to access my credit card and train passes held in the outer pocket. The best thing is that the contents are kept dry when the bag gets wet.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Joyce! I'm so glad you are loving your Crissy and that is meeting your functional and style needs 😊 Wishing you many more great adventures! Best, Carmen
This purse was absolutely PERFECT for my needs! I traveled all throughout Italy with this bag. It was super cute, the material feels high quality, the locking straps gave me peace of mind, and it held everything I needed and more. I really appreciated that it had all the perks of a travel safe purse without looking like a travel safe purse. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking for a new purse to take with on new adventures!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for this glowing review, Cami! And you look amazing in these photos!! 😊 So glad that the Crissy is meeting all your travel needs. Wishing you many more wonderful adventures! Best, Carmen
This is the ultimate travel purse. It fits so much and has everything you could need. I just returned from a 2 week trip to Japan and this bag came with me everywhere. It held my passport, small necessities, wallet, phone, portable charger, and more. I was so impressed and while Japan was a very safe country and I was not worried about pickpockets I will be taking this with me to Europe this summer and I feel confident that my things will be safe! This is the perfect combination of style and practicality.
Store owner replied:
What a beautiful photo! Thank you so much for sharing your lovely review, Hannah! So glad you had a great trip to Japan, and wishing you a wonderful and safe European trip in the summer! ❤️ Best, Carmen
After thorough research for a safe and beautiful travel purse I purchased the Arden Crissy Full Crossbody with Faux Leather Strap with the locking option. This purse more than met my expectations on a recent weeklong trip to France. I wanted a purse on the smaller size and it was perfect. The purse holds more than I expected and all my cards and passport were safe in the outer pocket. At one point a potential pickpocket was following us and I felt good with my locked purse worn across my chest. Even though I packed a pretty purse for our night time events I never changed purses because my Arden Cove is so good looking. One day we got caught in the rain and my purse kept everything inside dry. Several members of our travel group took photos of the purse so they can order one too. I am a believer in this purse!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely and thorough review, Lynn! I am so glad you had a wonderful time in France, and stayed safe and dry ❤️ Thank you for also sharing your beautiful photo! Wishing you many more wonderful travels 😊 Best, Carmen
Loved the bag. Helped me feel more secure in Italy, especially Rome. Literally had an elderly Italian woman tell me to keep my purse in front on me and hold on to it. That's when you know pickpocketing is an issue. I witnessed a woman get her wallet stolen and have to chase someone down in Venice. P.S. The locals helped her get her wallet back so there are always more good people then bad. But this purse is necessary for traveling in highly populated areas. Most anti-theft purses are ugly and big. This bag looks like another purse and it is pretty. The compartments are also very user friendly. I was able to separate my passport, money, wallet, and everyday items. Highly advise.
The Crissy Full Crossbody with Locking Straps was perfect for my trip to Alaska. I was able to carry my reading glasses, sun glasses, lipstick, chapstick, my families ID passport cards, money, cabin card, keys, mints, and phone. I felt safe walking through Seattle, airport, the cruise boat, and towns in Alaska. It also fit every occasion, so I didn’t have to take multiple purses. My daughter and mother also commented through the whole trip how nice it looked. I will definitely order more of these amazing purses for my family members. Thank you so much for making an incredible purse! I also wanted to comment on your company being very professional and timely when I had to exchange purses in a two week period before my trip.
I just got back from a trip to Portugal and used my new crossbody bag from Arden Cove. I loved it. The bag was made for travel and ease. All of my important documents, credit cards, ear phones, cell etc. fit in an organized way and were well protected. The bag is stylish, and classy with the added protection of the locking clips helping me to feel safe during my adventures. This bag is well made, sturdy and a pleasure to use. Carmen provided an extra level of customer service on my order, really standing behind her customers. Thank you for that!
I gave my Crissy to my daughter for a trip to Ireland. Sadly, her passport got wet in the outer pocket. It wasn’t in the interior pocket which she was using to store cash. In the rain, I’d recommend using the interior pocket. Otherwise, it looked cute and performed well!
Amazing antitheft crossbody bag. Extremely sturdy, high-quality zippers and a beautiful design. The strap is very comfortable, and even if it rains, it doesn’t matter at all. It’s quite roomy. It fits a water bottle, a cell phone, hand sanitizer, tissues, and the built-in wallet is a brilliant idea. The hidden zippers are a great feature. For those looking for an elegant design, this handbag is a must-have. No more ugly nylon bags for travelling!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and photos, Pavla! I'm so glad you are happy with all the designs and features of your Crissy. Wishing you amazing travels!! ☺️ Best, Carmen
Cant tell you how much I love these bags, got a navy blue for my dress for a wedding and a black one. They are perfect for dressy or jeans. Hardware is very nice. Customer service made sure I received them before my trip out of state. Came pretty quick. Thank you!! Will purchase again!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and photo, Kathryn! You look amazing ❤️ So glad you reached out and that we made it in time for your trip. I hope you had an amazing time and wishing you many more wonderful travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I was looking for a theft proof bag that looked put together. I had seen other theft proof bags but they were very unattractive. I wanted something nicer. I found what I was looking for in the Arden Cove Crissy crossbody purse. It not only was slash proof but also waterproof and with locking zippers. A great find. I will be using this in my travels this year. Thanks, Arden Cove!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review and photo, Linda! I'm so glad you found us, and that you are enjoying your Crissy. Wishing you an amazing trip! Best, Carmen
BEST PURCHASE DECISION! I did a ton of research looking for a cute functional fashionable anti-thef bag and am SO grateful for learning about Arden Cove. I absolutely love everything about this bag and am very satisfied with the function, fashionable style (this color palette matches with nearly every outfit) and the theft-proof features. Even my boyfriend and coworkers noticed and commented that they like the bag! I'm excited to bring it with me for my Spring trip to Europe. Thank you, Arden Cove.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your review, Elizabeth, and for sharing your lovely outfit! I'm so glad you found us, and that you are enjoying your Crissy! Wishing you the best trip to Europe 🇪🇺 Best, Carmen
My Arden Cove Crissy bag is ready to hit Vegas to see BTS in concert!! Love the bag!!!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your lovely review and photo, Lori! So glad you love your bag, and wishing you a wonderful time at the BTS concert next month!! Best, Carmen
My Arden Cove Crissy purse was the absolutely perfect choice for our trip to Ireland! Whether we were shopping in the city, visiting castles, the countryside or outside in the rain getting drenched on a 🐑 sheep farm, my Arden Cove purse and it's contents remained dry, safe, secure and looking attractive!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and for sharing your wonderful pictures, Faith! I'm so glad you enjoyed your bag on your travels in Ireland, and hope you'll continue to have wonderful adventures with it! Best, Carmen
This crossover bag was perfect! It goes well with every outfit and fits everything needed while overseas. I love that all my belongings are safe inside! I also loved I didn’t have to worry about it getting wet! It rained hard and lightly during our month abroad and it did great. Was just nice to not have to worry about my purse or my things inside getting ruined. Planning on purchasing 2 more, to give to each of my daughters for our Italy trip! Thank you for a great and beautiful product!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Carie! I'm so glad your Crissy gave you a peace of mind and kept everything dry for you during those downpours! We're excited for your upcoming trip to Italy and I hope your daughters will enjoy their new travel companions as well! 😊 Best, Carmen
My hunt for the perfect travel purse for our trip to Italy and Spain spanned literally months. I read reviews upon reviews of different styles and while all were great options, they screamed "I'm a tourist!" I found this brand by chance in a random YouTube and instantly knew I'd found my purse. This purchase was THE champion of our trip. The locking zippers made us feel so secure that my husband ended up having me carry his passport and wallet as well. We were in a variety of situations that were prone to pickpocket but I never worried. Plus, the beautiful cream color went nicely with everything I owned and the wide slash proof strap is actually very on trend. The ONLY reason I didn't give 5 stars was because the purse got dirty very quickly (more obvious because of the color) and does not clean well (possibly because of the waterproof fabric). Now I count some of those smudges as souvenirs from our travels. Outside of that, I would recommend this purse 10-fold. It will now become my trusty travel partner.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your sharing lovely review and photo, Monica! I hope you had an amazing time in Spain! For any spots that couldn't wipe away with a cloth and plain water, you can try using a bit of laundry stain remover gels like Oxiclean or Shout gels with a q-tip, let it sit for the full 10 minutes, then wipe away. You just want to avoid the faux leather with the gels since they are so strong - they will make the leather color bleed. We also offer cleanings as well if you would rather send it into us in between your trips - just let us know and I can share more details. Wishing you many more wonderful travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I LOVE my Arden Cove crossbody! I was on the fence for bit due to the price but decided to pull the trigger for my trip to Italy (which is known for pickpockets) and I am so glad I did!!! It went perfectly with casual and dressed up outfits, gave me such peace of mind in large crowds, and is so much roomier than expected. Plus the chocolate color is truly the perfect neutral as described and so easy to keep clean. Absolutely worth every penny, and will be my go to bag for every single trip I take.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review and beautiful photos, Charis! I'm so glad you love your chocolate Crissy and was able to fit all your essentials. Wishing you many more adventures to come! 😊 Best, Carmen
Great bag, highly recommend.
1) The RFID blocking foil is behind (toward the middle of the bag) the credit card holder section, which leaves it exposed. I recommend incorporating the film into all outer sections of the bag because pretty much everything these days has a signal that can be stolen which means we need to protect all contents of the bag.
2) The spring clips to latch each zipper closed are excessively awkward to operate. I recommend adding 1 circular ring attached to the shoulder strap d-ring that is permanently affixed to the bag. I added one and it makes it easier for me to open the bag without looking foolish, and keeps the anti-theft feature intact.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and thorough feedback, Christine! We're always thinking about ways to further improve our bags, so thank you for sharing your thoughts. We will always try to keep an area that is non-RFID blocking, since it can also block cellphone signals, and drain the battery (since the phone is always searching for signal), so well think about how we can further increase the RFID coverage in useful ways. For the clasps, we'll think of what we can do there as well. Wishing you wonderful and safe travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I got this bag for an upcoming trip to Paris, and was so excited to receive it. I started using it immediately! The built-in wallet helps reduce bulk in my bag significantly. I was able to fit all of my required items in it (phone, earbuds, change purse, makeup, feminine supplies, pill box, Kleenex, keys, sunglasses) and it is comfortable to wear. Note: I’m plus-sized (2X) and the strap fits around me diagonally just fine, with room to spare. Highly recommended!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and beautiful photo, Lauren! I'm so glad you are enjoying your bag, and I hope you will have a wonderful trip to Paris!! 😊🗼🇫🇷 Best, Carmen
I can’t wait to use this bag for our trip to London and Paris!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review and photo, Ashley! I hope you had an amazing time in London and Paris!! Wishing you many more trips to come 😊 Best, Carmen
Experienced Paris, Ghent and Amsterdam for two weeks, all the while carrying my new purse to each beautiful city.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your lovely review and photo, Stephanie! I hope you had an amazing European trip, and wishing you many more amazing travels 😊 Best, Carmen
Amaaaazzing bag!! Durability and workmanship is beautiful only rated it 4 stars due to size factor had hoped for it to be slightly bigger so does restrict how much overall I can fit slightly to my vape, phone, keys and hand sanitiser then it becomes a stretch after that.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your lovely review and photo, Colin! And thank you for your feedback on the size - do you imagine something slightly larger, or much larger to be the perfect size for you? Please don't hesitate to share more detailed feedback & requests! And wishing you many more wonderful travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I LOVE the Crissy Crossbody bag! It has just enough room for the essentials without being too bulky. I adore the design and all of the security features. All of the different color choices are just a cherry on top of this lovely travel bag. It's also pretty water resistant and was able to withstand a rainy Dublin, Ireland day. Will likely buy more in different colors for myself and friends :)
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely review and photo, Jane! I'm so glad you found the right color for you, and I hope you had a wonderful time in Ireland! Wishing you and your friends and family many amazing future travels 😊 Best, Carmen
Love this bag!! I have a bag obsession. When planning for an international trip, I knew I needed the perfect crossbody (safety/anti-theft top priority). After researching for months, I decided on Arden Cove. I made the right choice! Not too small/not too big, just right. Made my trip to Highclere Castle (Downton Abbey) easy and worry free. Then on to a Croatia cruise….the BEST!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much sharing for your glowing review, and amazing video of the Highclere Castle in the rain!! I hope you didn't get too wet ☔ I'm so glad you are loving your Crissy, and I wish you many more amazing travels!! 😊 Best, Carmen
I love the size, shape, weight and all of the anti theft features. I wished it was white, but I can still get plenty of use matching it with neutrals. At first I didn’t like the 2 inner pockets. The packing material pushed the top edges over so they’re permanently folded over (believe me, I tried to fix that) and the pockets take visibility and space from the inner bag. But, they grew on me. They are handy for tucking little things into for quick access. Its biggest drawback is that there’s no back slip pocket. I bought the chain, leather, and slash resistant jacquard straps for even more versatility. In these pictures you can see I even wore it as a bum bag! All in all, it’s a great travel bag.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your lovely review and photos, Nina! And we highly appreciate the feedback! I'll see what we can do better in terms of the inside pocket stuffing, and we are already working on the back-slip pocket! Hoping to release that a bit later this year. Wishing you many more wonderful travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I love my Arden Cove crossbody bag! I’ve used it on my trip to Spain and Italy and it’s been a lifesaver! Will definitely be purchasing from them again.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your wonderful review and beautiful photo, Hayley! I'm so glad you enjoyed using your Crissy in Spain & Italy, and I wish you many more amazing travels!! 😊 Best, Carmen
I am currently using this bag for a vacation in Europe. The locking capabilities and the cut resistant straps give me piece of mind in some of the heavily tourist areas. As well the bag looks good with a variety of outfits and I have no problem dressing up and the bag matching to it. I am incredibly happy with the purchase and the appearance of the bag.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review and photo, Susan! That water looks amazing!! I'm so glad you have peace of mind with your Crissy, and that it matches your outfits. Wishing you an amazing time in Europe! Best, Carmen
I bought this bag to take on a trip to Europe. I am in love with this bag- every thing about it is well thought through. I had such a piece of mind while traveling and now I find myself using it back home in the states. I am already looking at other bags lol. I also love the fact that I'm supporting two lovely sisters. Thank you for creating such great bags!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review and photo, Angella! And that is such a cute Labubu with the coke can! 🥹 I'm so glad you are enjoying your Crissy, and I hope you'll enjoy it on more wonderful adventures! Best, Carmen
So happy with my purchase! The bag is very roomy and there's no better feeling traveling and knowing you'll be safe. After I received my bag I ordered the thick strap, thin strap, and chain strap right away. Very big ty to Carmen! When usps had my address wrong, she personally called them and called me to make sure I received the item and on time. So im incredibly satisfied that I was able to receive my item before my far trip to my nursing graduation! Will do definitely buy more. Tysm!!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Nat! I'm so glad we were able to work out the delivery issue so we could make it in time for your trip. And huge congrats on your nursing graduation!! It is such a vital job that has a positive impact on so many lives ❤️ Wishing you many more wonderful travels! Best, Carmen
Love it! Super comfortable and great for everyday wear!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and photo, Natasha! That field looks amazing!! I hope you'll continue to have great adventures no matter where you are 😊 Best, Carmen
Finally a cute and practical travel purse!! The purse and phone tether are perfect for my trip to Europe. I would absolutely recommend both!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely photo and review, Sarah! I hope you'll have a wonderful time in Europe! 🇪🇺 Best Carmen
I love my new Arden Cove bag! My sister and I are traveling along the Mediterranean coast in June. I was looking to get something that kept my personal belongings safe and that was also stylish. I couldn't find anything I liked until I read some Arden Cove reviews! I love all of the locking features and the RFID section for my credit cards. I also purchased the optional chain strap and jacquard strap to change the look from day to evening. I ordered the cream color, and it's just beautiful!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Cindy! I'm so excited for your Mediterranean trip!! 🧺🍋🐚 The cream will look so amazing by the sea 🏝️ I'm so glad you found us, and I hope you'll have a wonderful time! 😊 Best, Carmen
I just received my Chrissy Full Crossbody bag and couldn't be happier! It arrived quickly and was packaged so nicely. I went with the wider strap for comfort. However, I also decided to add to my order the slash-resistant chain strap and the slash-resistant Jacquard strap so that I have some other options going from day to evening. This is for a trip that I am taking this Summer along the Mediterranean Coast in Spain, France, and Italy! The bag is made so well, and it fits more stuff than I expected! I can't wait to use it!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and photo, Cindy! I'm so glad that you are happy with your Crissy and straps! I hope you'll have the best time in the Mediterranean and Europe this summer - I think the Cream Crissy will look amazing with you in those locations!! Wishing you wonderful & safe travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I recently was pickpocketed in London and lost everything. This turned out to be a blessing in disguise. I just received my new purse and I am SUPER in love with it. It's so secure and now I'm not worried anymore about being a target. I highly recommend this. I will be buying more and in different colors.
Store owner replied:
I'm so sorry to hear that you were pickpocketed, but glad that you found us, Dora! I hope you'll now be able to travel fearlessly no matter where you go. Wishing you safe and amazing travels in the new year! 😊 Best, Carmen
Took the Crissy to Europe in late September and she was great! Waterproof despite variable weather, secure even in the most crowded areas, held all my stuff and I never felt like I stuck out with a touristy bag since it just looks like a regular purse. I loved it so much my mom wants to borrow it for her next trip! Highly recommend!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review & photo, Katie! I hope you had a wonderful time in Europe! Wishing you and your mom many more amazing travels with your Crissy! 😊 Best, Carmen
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your beautiful photo and review! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Crissy on your adventures. Wishing you many more no matter where life takes you! 😊 Best, Carmen
Loved this bag for traveling!!! We went on a 2 week cruise to 7 different cities throughout Italy, Spain, Malta, and Tunisia and it held everything I needed. It is super sturdy and I felt very safe with the locking zippers even in Barcelona which is known for pickpocketing. It went SO well with all my outfits (so much linen!). I was debating sizing down to the crissy mini bag but so glad I didn’t since it was a perfect size for daily travel. It fit all my money, our passports, chapstick, 2 kinds of sunscreen, hand sanitizer, sunglasses, hair clip and my phone. Even a small water bottle could fit in there if I moved stuff around! Honestly such good quality it feels like it could hold up for years and years, I’m excited to travel more with it!! Also love supporting a family business, would buy this bag again and again!
P.S. one suggestion/feature request, I would LOVE an external pocket for my phone, as I was always moving my phone in/out of my bag to take pics and zipping the whole thing every time was a hassle. A phone-sized pocket in the back would be perfect as I could leave it open in areas where I’m less scared of pickpocketing. Just don’t want my whole bag hanging open unzipped while I’m taking pics lol. Hope this is possible!!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and photo, Camille! What a picture perfect photo!! I'm so glad that the Crissy Full was able to fit all your essentials and went so well with your outfits 😊
As for an external open pocket, we will be releasing this later this year! We previously had issues with the construction of this warping the bag a bit, but we now have it worked out, and hope to have them available soon. Best, Carmen
I used this purse on my recent trip to Italy, and it made me feel both secure and stylish! I needed something that would look great in photos while also protecting me from pickpockets. While staying alert is key, my Arden Cove purse met all my needs! It's by far the most stylish anti-theft purse I've found—trust me, I've looked. With features like RFID-blocking technology, locking zippers, and slash-proof material, it has everything. Plus, when I spilled something on it, I discovered it's water-resistant too! Although the price might be steep for some, the peace of mind it provides is priceless, especially since we were warned about pickpockets by locals in Italy. Highly recommend it!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your glowing review, Annette! And what an amazing photo!! I'm so glad your Crissy is meeting your needs, and you found out that it is water-resistant as well! Wishing you many more wonderful & safe trips around the world 😊 Best, Carmen
This crossbody bag was perfect for my trip to Paris, where pick pocketing is a problem… no one could break into my bag with the locking zipper closures! And it was perfect for some rainy days, as it’s water resistant… it fit everything I needed (sunglasses, portable battery charger, Paris travel book, RFID protected pocket for my passport and credit cards, etc.)… and really stylish too! Absolutely loved this bag!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and beautiful photo, Karen! I hope you had a lovely time in Paris, and I'm so glad you love your Crissy! Wishing you many more travels in the future 😊 Best, Carmen
I loved this bag! It's so hard to find cute anti-theft purses but this one is amazing. The material held up really well in all different weather and through the chaos of traveling abroad. The anti-theft clasps are easy enough to open while you're holding the purse but not so easy that I felt like a pickpocket could get in without me noticing. Definitely worth the purchase!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review, Anjali! Beautiful photo, and love how the green Crissy looks on you ❤️ I'm so glad you are liking the materials & features. Wishing you many more wonderful travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I love this bag! So stylish for travel and everyday use. Easy to access my credit card and train passes held in the outer pocket. The best thing is that the contents are kept dry when the bag gets wet.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Joyce! I'm so glad you are loving your Crissy and that is meeting your functional and style needs 😊 Wishing you many more great adventures! Best, Carmen
This purse was absolutely PERFECT for my needs! I traveled all throughout Italy with this bag. It was super cute, the material feels high quality, the locking straps gave me peace of mind, and it held everything I needed and more. I really appreciated that it had all the perks of a travel safe purse without looking like a travel safe purse. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking for a new purse to take with on new adventures!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for this glowing review, Cami! And you look amazing in these photos!! 😊 So glad that the Crissy is meeting all your travel needs. Wishing you many more wonderful adventures! Best, Carmen
This is the ultimate travel purse. It fits so much and has everything you could need. I just returned from a 2 week trip to Japan and this bag came with me everywhere. It held my passport, small necessities, wallet, phone, portable charger, and more. I was so impressed and while Japan was a very safe country and I was not worried about pickpockets I will be taking this with me to Europe this summer and I feel confident that my things will be safe! This is the perfect combination of style and practicality.
Store owner replied:
What a beautiful photo! Thank you so much for sharing your lovely review, Hannah! So glad you had a great trip to Japan, and wishing you a wonderful and safe European trip in the summer! ❤️ Best, Carmen
After thorough research for a safe and beautiful travel purse I purchased the Arden Crissy Full Crossbody with Faux Leather Strap with the locking option. This purse more than met my expectations on a recent weeklong trip to France. I wanted a purse on the smaller size and it was perfect. The purse holds more than I expected and all my cards and passport were safe in the outer pocket. At one point a potential pickpocket was following us and I felt good with my locked purse worn across my chest. Even though I packed a pretty purse for our night time events I never changed purses because my Arden Cove is so good looking. One day we got caught in the rain and my purse kept everything inside dry. Several members of our travel group took photos of the purse so they can order one too. I am a believer in this purse!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely and thorough review, Lynn! I am so glad you had a wonderful time in France, and stayed safe and dry ❤️ Thank you for also sharing your beautiful photo! Wishing you many more wonderful travels 😊 Best, Carmen
Loved the bag. Helped me feel more secure in Italy, especially Rome. Literally had an elderly Italian woman tell me to keep my purse in front on me and hold on to it. That's when you know pickpocketing is an issue. I witnessed a woman get her wallet stolen and have to chase someone down in Venice. P.S. The locals helped her get her wallet back so there are always more good people then bad. But this purse is necessary for traveling in highly populated areas. Most anti-theft purses are ugly and big. This bag looks like another purse and it is pretty. The compartments are also very user friendly. I was able to separate my passport, money, wallet, and everyday items. Highly advise.
The Crissy Full Crossbody with Locking Straps was perfect for my trip to Alaska. I was able to carry my reading glasses, sun glasses, lipstick, chapstick, my families ID passport cards, money, cabin card, keys, mints, and phone. I felt safe walking through Seattle, airport, the cruise boat, and towns in Alaska. It also fit every occasion, so I didn’t have to take multiple purses. My daughter and mother also commented through the whole trip how nice it looked. I will definitely order more of these amazing purses for my family members. Thank you so much for making an incredible purse! I also wanted to comment on your company being very professional and timely when I had to exchange purses in a two week period before my trip.
I just got back from a trip to Portugal and used my new crossbody bag from Arden Cove. I loved it. The bag was made for travel and ease. All of my important documents, credit cards, ear phones, cell etc. fit in an organized way and were well protected. The bag is stylish, and classy with the added protection of the locking clips helping me to feel safe during my adventures. This bag is well made, sturdy and a pleasure to use. Carmen provided an extra level of customer service on my order, really standing behind her customers. Thank you for that!
I gave my Crissy to my daughter for a trip to Ireland. Sadly, her passport got wet in the outer pocket. It wasn’t in the interior pocket which she was using to store cash. In the rain, I’d recommend using the interior pocket. Otherwise, it looked cute and performed well!
Amazing antitheft crossbody bag. Extremely sturdy, high-quality zippers and a beautiful design. The strap is very comfortable, and even if it rains, it doesn’t matter at all. It’s quite roomy. It fits a water bottle, a cell phone, hand sanitizer, tissues, and the built-in wallet is a brilliant idea. The hidden zippers are a great feature. For those looking for an elegant design, this handbag is a must-have. No more ugly nylon bags for travelling!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and photos, Pavla! I'm so glad you are happy with all the designs and features of your Crissy. Wishing you amazing travels!! ☺️ Best, Carmen
Cant tell you how much I love these bags, got a navy blue for my dress for a wedding and a black one. They are perfect for dressy or jeans. Hardware is very nice. Customer service made sure I received them before my trip out of state. Came pretty quick. Thank you!! Will purchase again!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and photo, Kathryn! You look amazing ❤️ So glad you reached out and that we made it in time for your trip. I hope you had an amazing time and wishing you many more wonderful travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I was looking for a theft proof bag that looked put together. I had seen other theft proof bags but they were very unattractive. I wanted something nicer. I found what I was looking for in the Arden Cove Crissy crossbody purse. It not only was slash proof but also waterproof and with locking zippers. A great find. I will be using this in my travels this year. Thanks, Arden Cove!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review and photo, Linda! I'm so glad you found us, and that you are enjoying your Crissy. Wishing you an amazing trip! Best, Carmen
BEST PURCHASE DECISION! I did a ton of research looking for a cute functional fashionable anti-thef bag and am SO grateful for learning about Arden Cove. I absolutely love everything about this bag and am very satisfied with the function, fashionable style (this color palette matches with nearly every outfit) and the theft-proof features. Even my boyfriend and coworkers noticed and commented that they like the bag! I'm excited to bring it with me for my Spring trip to Europe. Thank you, Arden Cove.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your review, Elizabeth, and for sharing your lovely outfit! I'm so glad you found us, and that you are enjoying your Crissy! Wishing you the best trip to Europe 🇪🇺 Best, Carmen
My Arden Cove Crissy bag is ready to hit Vegas to see BTS in concert!! Love the bag!!!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your lovely review and photo, Lori! So glad you love your bag, and wishing you a wonderful time at the BTS concert next month!! Best, Carmen
My Arden Cove Crissy purse was the absolutely perfect choice for our trip to Ireland! Whether we were shopping in the city, visiting castles, the countryside or outside in the rain getting drenched on a 🐑 sheep farm, my Arden Cove purse and it's contents remained dry, safe, secure and looking attractive!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and for sharing your wonderful pictures, Faith! I'm so glad you enjoyed your bag on your travels in Ireland, and hope you'll continue to have wonderful adventures with it! Best, Carmen
This crossover bag was perfect! It goes well with every outfit and fits everything needed while overseas. I love that all my belongings are safe inside! I also loved I didn’t have to worry about it getting wet! It rained hard and lightly during our month abroad and it did great. Was just nice to not have to worry about my purse or my things inside getting ruined. Planning on purchasing 2 more, to give to each of my daughters for our Italy trip! Thank you for a great and beautiful product!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Carie! I'm so glad your Crissy gave you a peace of mind and kept everything dry for you during those downpours! We're excited for your upcoming trip to Italy and I hope your daughters will enjoy their new travel companions as well! 😊 Best, Carmen
My hunt for the perfect travel purse for our trip to Italy and Spain spanned literally months. I read reviews upon reviews of different styles and while all were great options, they screamed "I'm a tourist!" I found this brand by chance in a random YouTube and instantly knew I'd found my purse. This purchase was THE champion of our trip. The locking zippers made us feel so secure that my husband ended up having me carry his passport and wallet as well. We were in a variety of situations that were prone to pickpocket but I never worried. Plus, the beautiful cream color went nicely with everything I owned and the wide slash proof strap is actually very on trend. The ONLY reason I didn't give 5 stars was because the purse got dirty very quickly (more obvious because of the color) and does not clean well (possibly because of the waterproof fabric). Now I count some of those smudges as souvenirs from our travels. Outside of that, I would recommend this purse 10-fold. It will now become my trusty travel partner.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your sharing lovely review and photo, Monica! I hope you had an amazing time in Spain! For any spots that couldn't wipe away with a cloth and plain water, you can try using a bit of laundry stain remover gels like Oxiclean or Shout gels with a q-tip, let it sit for the full 10 minutes, then wipe away. You just want to avoid the faux leather with the gels since they are so strong - they will make the leather color bleed. We also offer cleanings as well if you would rather send it into us in between your trips - just let us know and I can share more details. Wishing you many more wonderful travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I LOVE my Arden Cove crossbody! I was on the fence for bit due to the price but decided to pull the trigger for my trip to Italy (which is known for pickpockets) and I am so glad I did!!! It went perfectly with casual and dressed up outfits, gave me such peace of mind in large crowds, and is so much roomier than expected. Plus the chocolate color is truly the perfect neutral as described and so easy to keep clean. Absolutely worth every penny, and will be my go to bag for every single trip I take.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review and beautiful photos, Charis! I'm so glad you love your chocolate Crissy and was able to fit all your essentials. Wishing you many more adventures to come! 😊 Best, Carmen
Great bag, highly recommend.
1) The RFID blocking foil is behind (toward the middle of the bag) the credit card holder section, which leaves it exposed. I recommend incorporating the film into all outer sections of the bag because pretty much everything these days has a signal that can be stolen which means we need to protect all contents of the bag.
2) The spring clips to latch each zipper closed are excessively awkward to operate. I recommend adding 1 circular ring attached to the shoulder strap d-ring that is permanently affixed to the bag. I added one and it makes it easier for me to open the bag without looking foolish, and keeps the anti-theft feature intact.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and thorough feedback, Christine! We're always thinking about ways to further improve our bags, so thank you for sharing your thoughts. We will always try to keep an area that is non-RFID blocking, since it can also block cellphone signals, and drain the battery (since the phone is always searching for signal), so well think about how we can further increase the RFID coverage in useful ways. For the clasps, we'll think of what we can do there as well. Wishing you wonderful and safe travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I got this bag for an upcoming trip to Paris, and was so excited to receive it. I started using it immediately! The built-in wallet helps reduce bulk in my bag significantly. I was able to fit all of my required items in it (phone, earbuds, change purse, makeup, feminine supplies, pill box, Kleenex, keys, sunglasses) and it is comfortable to wear. Note: I’m plus-sized (2X) and the strap fits around me diagonally just fine, with room to spare. Highly recommended!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and beautiful photo, Lauren! I'm so glad you are enjoying your bag, and I hope you will have a wonderful trip to Paris!! 😊🗼🇫🇷 Best, Carmen
I can’t wait to use this bag for our trip to London and Paris!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review and photo, Ashley! I hope you had an amazing time in London and Paris!! Wishing you many more trips to come 😊 Best, Carmen
Experienced Paris, Ghent and Amsterdam for two weeks, all the while carrying my new purse to each beautiful city.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your lovely review and photo, Stephanie! I hope you had an amazing European trip, and wishing you many more amazing travels 😊 Best, Carmen
Amaaaazzing bag!! Durability and workmanship is beautiful only rated it 4 stars due to size factor had hoped for it to be slightly bigger so does restrict how much overall I can fit slightly to my vape, phone, keys and hand sanitiser then it becomes a stretch after that.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your lovely review and photo, Colin! And thank you for your feedback on the size - do you imagine something slightly larger, or much larger to be the perfect size for you? Please don't hesitate to share more detailed feedback & requests! And wishing you many more wonderful travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I LOVE the Crissy Crossbody bag! It has just enough room for the essentials without being too bulky. I adore the design and all of the security features. All of the different color choices are just a cherry on top of this lovely travel bag. It's also pretty water resistant and was able to withstand a rainy Dublin, Ireland day. Will likely buy more in different colors for myself and friends :)
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely review and photo, Jane! I'm so glad you found the right color for you, and I hope you had a wonderful time in Ireland! Wishing you and your friends and family many amazing future travels 😊 Best, Carmen
Love this bag!! I have a bag obsession. When planning for an international trip, I knew I needed the perfect crossbody (safety/anti-theft top priority). After researching for months, I decided on Arden Cove. I made the right choice! Not too small/not too big, just right. Made my trip to Highclere Castle (Downton Abbey) easy and worry free. Then on to a Croatia cruise….the BEST!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much sharing for your glowing review, and amazing video of the Highclere Castle in the rain!! I hope you didn't get too wet ☔ I'm so glad you are loving your Crissy, and I wish you many more amazing travels!! 😊 Best, Carmen
I love the size, shape, weight and all of the anti theft features. I wished it was white, but I can still get plenty of use matching it with neutrals. At first I didn’t like the 2 inner pockets. The packing material pushed the top edges over so they’re permanently folded over (believe me, I tried to fix that) and the pockets take visibility and space from the inner bag. But, they grew on me. They are handy for tucking little things into for quick access. Its biggest drawback is that there’s no back slip pocket. I bought the chain, leather, and slash resistant jacquard straps for even more versatility. In these pictures you can see I even wore it as a bum bag! All in all, it’s a great travel bag.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your lovely review and photos, Nina! And we highly appreciate the feedback! I'll see what we can do better in terms of the inside pocket stuffing, and we are already working on the back-slip pocket! Hoping to release that a bit later this year. Wishing you many more wonderful travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I love my Arden Cove crossbody bag! I’ve used it on my trip to Spain and Italy and it’s been a lifesaver! Will definitely be purchasing from them again.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your wonderful review and beautiful photo, Hayley! I'm so glad you enjoyed using your Crissy in Spain & Italy, and I wish you many more amazing travels!! 😊 Best, Carmen
I am currently using this bag for a vacation in Europe. The locking capabilities and the cut resistant straps give me piece of mind in some of the heavily tourist areas. As well the bag looks good with a variety of outfits and I have no problem dressing up and the bag matching to it. I am incredibly happy with the purchase and the appearance of the bag.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review and photo, Susan! That water looks amazing!! I'm so glad you have peace of mind with your Crissy, and that it matches your outfits. Wishing you an amazing time in Europe! Best, Carmen
I bought this bag to take on a trip to Europe. I am in love with this bag- every thing about it is well thought through. I had such a piece of mind while traveling and now I find myself using it back home in the states. I am already looking at other bags lol. I also love the fact that I'm supporting two lovely sisters. Thank you for creating such great bags!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review and photo, Angella! And that is such a cute Labubu with the coke can! 🥹 I'm so glad you are enjoying your Crissy, and I hope you'll enjoy it on more wonderful adventures! Best, Carmen
So happy with my purchase! The bag is very roomy and there's no better feeling traveling and knowing you'll be safe. After I received my bag I ordered the thick strap, thin strap, and chain strap right away. Very big ty to Carmen! When usps had my address wrong, she personally called them and called me to make sure I received the item and on time. So im incredibly satisfied that I was able to receive my item before my far trip to my nursing graduation! Will do definitely buy more. Tysm!!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Nat! I'm so glad we were able to work out the delivery issue so we could make it in time for your trip. And huge congrats on your nursing graduation!! It is such a vital job that has a positive impact on so many lives ❤️ Wishing you many more wonderful travels! Best, Carmen
Love it! Super comfortable and great for everyday wear!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and photo, Natasha! That field looks amazing!! I hope you'll continue to have great adventures no matter where you are 😊 Best, Carmen
Finally a cute and practical travel purse!! The purse and phone tether are perfect for my trip to Europe. I would absolutely recommend both!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely photo and review, Sarah! I hope you'll have a wonderful time in Europe! 🇪🇺 Best Carmen
I love my new Arden Cove bag! My sister and I are traveling along the Mediterranean coast in June. I was looking to get something that kept my personal belongings safe and that was also stylish. I couldn't find anything I liked until I read some Arden Cove reviews! I love all of the locking features and the RFID section for my credit cards. I also purchased the optional chain strap and jacquard strap to change the look from day to evening. I ordered the cream color, and it's just beautiful!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Cindy! I'm so excited for your Mediterranean trip!! 🧺🍋🐚 The cream will look so amazing by the sea 🏝️ I'm so glad you found us, and I hope you'll have a wonderful time! 😊 Best, Carmen
I just received my Chrissy Full Crossbody bag and couldn't be happier! It arrived quickly and was packaged so nicely. I went with the wider strap for comfort. However, I also decided to add to my order the slash-resistant chain strap and the slash-resistant Jacquard strap so that I have some other options going from day to evening. This is for a trip that I am taking this Summer along the Mediterranean Coast in Spain, France, and Italy! The bag is made so well, and it fits more stuff than I expected! I can't wait to use it!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and photo, Cindy! I'm so glad that you are happy with your Crissy and straps! I hope you'll have the best time in the Mediterranean and Europe this summer - I think the Cream Crissy will look amazing with you in those locations!! Wishing you wonderful & safe travels! 😊 Best, Carmen
I recently was pickpocketed in London and lost everything. This turned out to be a blessing in disguise. I just received my new purse and I am SUPER in love with it. It's so secure and now I'm not worried anymore about being a target. I highly recommend this. I will be buying more and in different colors.
Store owner replied:
I'm so sorry to hear that you were pickpocketed, but glad that you found us, Dora! I hope you'll now be able to travel fearlessly no matter where you go. Wishing you safe and amazing travels in the new year! 😊 Best, Carmen
Took the Crissy to Europe in late September and she was great! Waterproof despite variable weather, secure even in the most crowded areas, held all my stuff and I never felt like I stuck out with a touristy bag since it just looks like a regular purse. I loved it so much my mom wants to borrow it for her next trip! Highly recommend!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review & photo, Katie! I hope you had a wonderful time in Europe! Wishing you and your mom many more amazing travels with your Crissy! 😊 Best, Carmen
Crissy Nylon Crossbody Bag with Detachable Straps | Arden Cove
