One Bag, Four Ways. The only accessory that works as hard as your itinerary.
Why pack four bags when you can pack one? The Grande Marina is the ultimate travel hack. Whether you need a sleek clutch for dinner, a hands-free belt bag for a bike tour, or a classic crossbody for a day of museums, the Marina adapts in seconds. It’s the "everything" accessory for the minimalist traveler.
Why You’ll Love It
4-in-1 Versatility: Switch between a Crossbody, Belt Bag, Clutch, or Wallet simply by swapping or adusting the straps.
The Ultimate Organizer: This RFID-blocking wallet features 12 card slots, two bill compartments, and a zippered coin pouch. It’s a full-sized wallet that doubles as your daily handbag.
Fits the Essentials: Specially designed to fit all smartphone sizes (even with a case!), plus your passport, lip balm, and keys.
Waterproof & Worry-Free: Made from water resistant microfiber faux-leather and YKK water resistant zippers. Spilled wine at the bistro? It wipes right off.
Anti-Theft Protection
Locking Zippers: The zipper pull is a clasp to keep wandering hands out of your bag.
RFID-Blocking Technology: Credit cards and passports are shielded, protecting your digital data from high-tech scanners.
Interchangeable Straps: Comes with an adjustable, steel-reinforced crossbody strap and a matching waist strap. Want to switch it up? Add any of our Arden Cove straps to your order to mix and match the occasion.
If your hip measurement is less than 34" and you want to primarily use as a waist bag, please add a short strap to your order or message us to swap the strap (if items are available).
What's Included:
Marina Wallet
Key leash
Wrist strap
Adjustable faux leather strap
Height: 4.5” (11.4 cm)
Width: 1.75” (4.4 cm)
Length: 8” (20.3 cm)
Weight: 0.525 lbs (238.1 g)
Strap Length: Adjustable
Total Length
26" - 46" (66.0 - 116.8 cm)
Drop Length
13-23" (33.0 - 58.4 cm)
Belt Bag/Fanny Pack length
34-54" (86.4 - 137.1 cm)
If your hip measurement is less than 34", please add a short strap to your order.
I love my Arden Cove Marina wallet! I’ve had it for over a month now and it’s exactly what I was wanting for daily use. It holds up excellent in the rain, the look and feel is so chic, secure and fits everything that I need! I am able to fit all my cards, cash, Wet Wipes, keys, protein bar or phone in the inside. I find that I use the back slip pocket for easy access to my iPhone 14 pro. The Arden Cove team was quick in their response and notified me when this color way was back in stock. Mahalo Carmen & team!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and for sharing your beautiful photo, Mariah! I'm so glad you are able to fit your essentials in your Marina. And thank you again for your kindness and patience as we restocked! Wishing you many wonderful adventures no matter where life takes you 😊 Best, Carmen
This bag is small, but mighty! I tested it out at a formal dinner and it fit so much stuff. My phone, airpods, wallet, keys, and chapstick. I also got a compliment immediately on the bag.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and photo, Melissa! I'm so glad you are enjoying and fitting your essentials in your Marina! I hope you'll continue to enjoy your Marina no matter where life takes you 😊 Best, Carmen
This is exactly what I wanted and needed. I needed something that could be an every day wallet for big and small occasions. It can fit in a large purse or backpack or can be a purse. Fits my keys phone and multiple cards plus passport and even lip balm. This is my second purchase from arden cove and the durability, security, and style combined with functionality is unbeatable.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for the lovely glowing review, Zaida! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Marina, and are fitting you essentials! Wishing you wonderful travels no matter where you are 😊 Best, Carmen
I bought this Grande Marina bag before heading to Germany to direct a study abroad trip. As a person who strives to pack lightly, I'm always on the lookout for multi-purpose bags. This one was perfect! I had a travel backpack for my clothes, so I wore the Grande Marina as a belt bag in the airport for easy access to my passport, my phone, and my credit cards. In Germany, I used it alternately as 1) a wallet that separated my money and cards from the study abroad program money and cards very well; and 2) as a crossbody bag for evenings out when I attached the strap from my Chrissy crossbody. I can even attach the short handle from my Carmel backpack to turn it into a cute handbag. And it holds so much! It fit my cards and cash, my phone, my public transportation pass, some small makeup items, and my sunglasses. Remarkable! It definitely passed the travel test, so I will be using it again - for study abroad, other travel, and as a regular evening bag or wallet
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for this lovely review, Heide! I love how you mixed and matched your straps from your other bags to really maximize the versatility of your Marina! Truly brilliant ❤️ I hope you had a wonderful time in Germany and will continue to have some more great travels for more study abroad trips or vacations! 😊 Best, Carmen
Beautiful bag! Very well designed! A must have for international travel! Excellent customer service!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, William! Loving the photos (looks like a blast!!) So glad she is enjoying her Marina and wishing her many more adventures with it 😊 Best, Carmen
Bought this for my daughter for Europe. It’s better in person! She gets lots of compliments and people ask her about it all the time.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, William! I am so glad your daughter is enjoying her Marina with a bunch of compliments! We'll see how we can retake some of the images to better represent how they look in person - thank you for the feedback! Hope she continues to have wonderful travels with her Marina ❤️ Best, Carmen
I purchased Grande Marina Convertible Wallet and Belt Bag in July 2022 after returning from a girls trip to France. My friend had an Arden Cove bag and absolutely loved it.
The zipper quality is fantastic, love the two currency slots, plenty of room for daily necessities while traveling (except sunglasses). Easily fit 2 passports, lip gloss, a medicine box, husband's nitro, coins, and pen. With a little rearranging, I could squeeze my phone in. I, like several others, wish the strap was longer. Other than that, I would have given the bag 4.5 stars.
Here we are a year later (almost to the day), and the strap is peeling and the material on the top of the bag near the zipper has developed strange holes/snags. I am Type A when it comes to taking care of things, and this bag has not been in constant use for this past year. I'm disappointed.
If you intend to seldomly use the bag, it's a great purchase. If you love to travel, this is only a temporary bag until quality improves.
Store owner replied:
Hi Michelle, thank you for such a thorough review and for a 1 year update! Edge paint on leather-goods used on a frequent basis might only last around a year, and can be affected by not only by how the bag is used, but also factors like weather/temperature fluctuations and extremes. I'd love to chat more via email if that is ok with you to see how we can better improve! Best, Carmen
I love this wallet! It fits all my essentials - cards, keys, phone, chapstick, cash and other coupons/receipts etc. and can probably fit even more The outer slip pocket is great for my ID and I can easily scan into my building at work. The gunmetal hardware is beautiful and the wallet quality is great overall! I initially ordered the Chrissy but it was too big for my needs (see photo for size comparison) so I returned it (very seamless and easy process). Highly recommend supporting this small business!
This is my 2nd Arden Cove bag. My first is the Chrissy crossbody. I love it and was amazed out how much it would hold despite its small size. I carried for a daily bag as well as to a trip to Greece. I needed a different bag due to neck surgery. Don’t let the price of this wallet scare you! It is worth every penny. I am very picky. This bag holds everything I need with some room to spare. It is lightweight and versatile in how it can be carried, which is exactly what I need. It is stylish as well. Love this bag and ready for my next travel adventure knowing my items are secure. Love Arden Cove!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your review and for sharing your experience, Katrinka! I hope you had a wonderful time in Greece and that the Marina will accompany you on many more trips! 😊 Best, Carmen
I love my grande convertible wallet bag. It’s the perfect belt bag especially for those who love to carry a lot of cash and change. I wear it daily, but found it more useful when I traveled to Asia. I was able to see all my bills and coins at ease. I also carried a lip balm, headphones, a pen, mini hair clips, eyedrops, and my iPhone Pro. I also went to Disneyland Tokyo with my belt bag and was able to strap it around my waist during rollercoaster rides. I love how I was able to attach my hand sanitizer with the jacquard strap too. Another awesome part of the wallet was that it kept all my stuff safe, the zipper closure is sleek. All my items were safe from the rain, water slides, and dirt. The wallet is RFID so it also felt very secured and durable. It is also lightweight which is an extreme plus for me! I barely noticed I had it on sometimes. :)
I’m so excited about this travel bag! I love that you can wear it as a crossbody, belt bag or wristlet. I also love that it looks like a real purse, it’s not ugly like some of the anti-theft bags I’ve seen. I plan to use it on our honeymoon to Italy. It’s big enough to fit my iPhone, some cash, cards, a lip gloss, etc. It took me a minute to figure out how to adjust the straps to convert from the belt bag to cross body, but once figured out it fits perfectly.
Store owner replied:
Hi Julie, Thanks so much for your review & photo! It's so great to see how it looks with your cute dress. Hope you have a fantastic time on your honeymoon!! Best, Karin
Loving my grande wallet! The fact that it can double as a purse and wallet make it so versatile. Have the multiple straps to wear crossbody, handheld, and waist. Absolutely love the spacious design and that it is waterproof!!! Just like my other Arden Cove purchases, I know this will last. Thank you for another amazing product!
Store owner replied:
Hi Brittany, Thanks so much for your lovely review! I'm so glad to hear that you are enjoying the versatility of the bag. It is exactly how we love using the Marina as well. Hope you get lots of use out of it! -Karin
I have gave this wallet to my aunt and she love it.. she mention that it is convient to marketing and it is spacious to have all her stuff, money, phone, keys in without forgetting to bring either 1 out. Glad that she loves it.
Store owner replied:
Hi Yang,
Thanks so much for thinking of Arden Cove when gifting to your aunt. We're so glad to hear she loves it & that she can fit everything she needs!
Received it today, finally..but it kinda small for me. I can fit the card, bills, coins, a tissue, wet tissue, keys. But I am unable to put slim portable charger and phone and I won't be able to zip it. Overall the design is nice, zip is tight due to waterproof zip, definitely need 2 hand to close the wallet.love the bag but kinda small for me. Love the feel of my stuff is being secure.
Store owner replied:
Hi Karin, Thank you for your feedback and lovely photo! Yes, it can be tough to fit too many things so you will have to pare down the items. It should fit a slim portable charger and phone but perhaps you'll need to remove some of the other items. It's hard to choose, isn't it?! Thanks for letting us know what items you want to carry everyday as it will help us design more items to fit more needs in the future!
I ordered this for my sister in the Philippines! and she really love it💕It’s beautiful inside and out💕
Store owner replied:
Hi Michelle, Thanks so much for thinking of Arden Cove as a gift for your sister! We're so glad to hear she loves it and we love seeing the photo of her enjoying it!
I ordered my wallet as a birthday present to myself in December. I have used it almost every day for 6 months and I absolutely love it! I have the short strap that I use as a belt bag when I want to be hands free on trips, the longer shoulder strap for most outfits, and I put the wrist strap on when I want to throw it in a larger bag. I did switch out the locking zipper for a more simple one because the waterproof zipper is so secure that I don't feel the need to lock it. I recently bought the Kelso passport pouch and chain strap and I am in love with all of Arden Cove's products! I love that I have an ecosystem of bags that are so versatile and compatible with each other. They have included every small detail that I could imagine!
Store owner replied:
Hi Adrianna, Thank you so much for sharing your lovely review and photo! We're so glad to hear you are enjoying the items and find them working well together. We wanted to make sure our items are versatile and it's great to hear it really works for you!
Just the right size for a phone, passport, money, credit cards and a few personal items. All you need is secure and at your fingertips for airport security and room check-in. Length of cross body strap is easy to adjust. Light weight for carrying all day.
When opened this purse looks so roomy, but when you zip it, it's has to maintain its original shape. So it functions as a terribly small purse that barely holds your car key and a lip gloss, or a large wallet that has too much room for just cards and cash. So disappointed. Either buy a purse, or buy a wallet, because this functions well as neither.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your review and feedback, Sarah! Sorry that the Marina isn't a fit for you. If you'd like some guidance on what might work better for you, either more of a wallet, or more of a purse, we are always here to help if you'd like to exchange it for something else.
Best, Carmen
I love the internal organization, waterproof and locking features. I bought this specifically to be a compact purse for the days I don’t want to carry a big one. I would like to see this be a smidgen larger in the same style or have a separate phone pocket as it’s a tight fit when I put both my phone and keys along with the other small must haves I carry daily. I would also like to see more colors.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your review and feedback, Britta! It sounds like maybe a phone's width more of space could solve your space issues? And please feel free to reach out with any color requests! We're always open to any feedback. Best, Carmen
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, John! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Marina, and wishing you amazing travels where ever you take it next. Best, Carmen
Traveling to Europe - several countries and a cruise. I wanted a bag that I could use hands free during the day but I could use as a dress bag in the evening. Didn't want to bring muliple handbags for different occasions while traveling-conserving space. This is the bag that you can dress up/dress down - perfect for any occasion! Looks fabulous no matter what you wear it with and has the Arden Cove technology! Even tried it with several different types of outfits - a definite winner!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Debby! I'm so glad you found the right bag with your Marina. I hope you had a wonderful time on your cruise, and wishing you many more travel adventures to come! 😊 Best, Carmen
Worth it for the peace of mind while traveling. Sturdy and decently cute!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Maria! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Marina. Wishing you amazing travels! Best, Carmen
Purchased the Grande Marina after seeing it recommended in several travel blogs - wanted something that was anti-theft but not just a basic nylon bag. Absolutely thrilled with this! Beautifully made, has a wristlet strap and key leash included so it’s super versatile and can be a clutch for dinners etc. Looks and feels fabulous IRL! This will be my new travel companion.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review, Alexis! I'm so glad you are so thrilled about your Marina! Wishing you amazing & safe travels 😊 Best, Carmen
I’m so impressed with my new Arden Cove bag! The quality is fantastic. The material feels durable and stylish, and the details (like the zippers and hardware) are clearly well made. I love how thoughtfully designed it is, with just the right number of pockets to keep everything organized without being bulky. The anti-theft features give me extra peace of mind when I’m traveling or in busy places, and the overall look is chic enough to go from day to night. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a functional, secure, and beautiful bag!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Michele! I'm so glad you are enjoying the functionality and look of your Marina. Wishing you many wonderful travels no matter where life takes you! Best, Carmen
Ladies your craftsmanship and design is unmatched! The bag is everything I thought it would be and more. Luxury, safety and style...what more can a girl ask for.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Shayla! I'm so glad you are loving your Marina 😊 Wishing you amazing adventures no matter where life takes you! Best, Carmen
Bought it for use on an upcoming trip we’re casual cross bag and dressier clutch needed. Looks like it will nicely work for that. Good quality leather and super packaging.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Kathleen! I'm so glad you are liking the quality and style of your Marina. Wishing you an amazing time on your trip! 😊 Best, Carmen
I was so excited to receive my Grande Marina Convertible Wallet and accessories. It was everything I had hoped for and more! With the accessories I can use it so many ways. Can’t wait to use it on my upcoming trip!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Lynne! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Marina, and I wish you a wonderful trip!! 😊 Best, Carmen
This is a nice wallet bag, and while the zipper is secure, it’s almost impossible to open and close which serves as quite the inconvenience. However, I guess if I can’t get it open, then a pick pocket won’t be able to either!
Store owner replied:
Hi Casey, thank you so much for your review and feedback! Can you share more on if you meant the clasps are a bit cumbersome to work with, or do you think the zipper slider is tight? Hoping to see if this is something we can improve with future iterations. Best, Carmen
I love the marina convertible wallet! Looks beautiful and very functional. Fits a lot of stuff like cards, cash, passport, phone, keys, and a few small items. Also love that you can wear it in multiple ways.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the lovely review, Cynthia! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Marina 😊 I'm so excited for your trips later this year! Best, Carmen
I paired the Grande Marina with the Slash Resistant Faux Leather Wide Strap and wore it closely across my chest on travel days at crowded train stations and airports in Europe. I appreciate the strong zipper; you have to firmly pull it across to open/close. There were plenty of card slots and my bills fit nicely as well. I also kept my passport and phone. It was a bit inconvenient to remove the phone every time to enter and exit the Tube in London, since the phone doesn't fit in the open pocket in the back of the bag, but other than that, I felt confident, stylish, and safe during my travel.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Tina! I hope you had a wonderful time in London! So glad that the Marina was able to fit your essentials. Wishing you many more trips to come 😊 Best, Carmen
I love the wallet & all the features. I originally bought the Chrissy bag, but it was much too large for my needs, so I exchanged for this. It seems great, & I’m excited to travel to Paris with it. My only complaint is I do wish it was just a tad larger, or there was a larger option between this size & the Chrissy. I can fit a couple cards, some cash, my phone & a slim portable charger, but I can’t fit my sunglasses. If it was just a bit larger that would be perfect, but I do love it, & will be keeping it!!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Shaylynn! I'm glad that the Marina worked out for you, and thank you for the feedback on the sizing! Would you like the same format, but just wider front to back to accommodate glasses? Feel free to send us more of your thoughts! Wishing you a wonderful time in Paris!! 😊 Best, Carmen
I first ordered a different bag and it just didn't work for me. The exchange process was so smooth. I also had to speak to customer service. They were prompt and very helpful. That alone made this brand stick out. I received my bag and I am SO happy with this purchase. I appreciate the versatility of this bag. I can change it to a cross body, a wristlet, and a wallet. I absolutely love it. I recently took it on a short trip and it was perfect. I was able to fit my cards, money, passport, phone, and hand sanitizer.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Stephanie! I'm so glad the Marina was a great fit for you (I use it daily myself!) 😊 Wishing you wonderful adventures wherever life takes you. Best, Carmen
I received this convertible wallet bag from my daughter got Christmas. it is for an upcoming trip, but I could not wait to try it and so far, I just love. It has everything I need and is just so classy.
Store owner replied:
Hi Carol,
Thanks so much for leaving a kind review! We're so glad to hear it was the perfect gift. Please enjoy using it!
Best,
Karin
Great bag. Love the functionality. No need to change bags with the added accessories. Fabulous concept. One bag/multiple purposes.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful review, Am! Glad you are loving your Marina and that you are fully using it for its convertibility! 😊 Best, Carmen
I’ve always carried a larger bag but that isn’t handy when traveling. I took my new bag on my first mini vaca in 5 years. It was perfect! I like it so much, I’m using it every day now! It is so light weight but large enough to carry the essentials!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your lovely review, Lisa! So glad that you love it and are using it everyday 😊 Hope it continues to travel well with you! Best, Carmen
I purchased online and couldn't believe how quickly it arrived to my front door here in New zealand.I was very happy with the style and quality of the bag and look forward to using it next year on our trip to Italy.Thankyou it's going to be perfect .
Store owner replied:
So glad to hear that it arrived quickly, and that you are liking your Marina! Wishing you a great trip to Italy next year! Thank you for the perfect review, Sue! 🥰 - Carmen
High quality and well designed. It is a perfect small size, yet efficient enough to carry all necessities (including a cell phone) for a day walking in Paris. Very attractive. It has all the anti-theft features, yet it looks nothing like a “touristy” travel purse, making you less of a potential tourist target. I love this bag!
Store owner replied:
Hi Lissette, Thanks so much for your review! We're glad to hear you love it enough to replace and hope your new one is just as well loved!
This wallet is very well made, sturdy, secure and versatile. It is my daily grab-and-go bag, as well as travel wallet. In addition to a lot of room for standard wallet essentials (e.g., cards, cash and coins), it also has space to carry a few additional items for those who like their wallets to do just a bit more. For example, I was also able to fit a passport, several keys on a ring, a 6" smartphone, a tube of lip balm, a small mirror, a pen and a short USB cable. I love that the wallet is water-resistant, easy to clean, lined with RFID protection, and comes with a shoulder/belt strap that is detachable, adjustable and cut-resistant. Being able to carry the wallet as a shoulder/crossbody bag, belt bag or wristlet is a great feature. Right out of the box, the zipper was a little stiff due to the newness, but after some use, it became easier to pull. Overall, a great job on the wallet design! I would love to see future iterations of this wallet with gun metal hardware as an option.
Store owner replied:
Hi Anna, Thanks so much for your detailed review! It's always great to hear what you're carrying in your bags so we have a good idea of how people want to use them. We're definitely wanting to release new colors as well and hope to do so later this year!
I really hoped I would like this as much as I like the Arden Cove purse I purchased several years ago. However, it does not work in terms of accommodating a large smartphone with a case and a modern car key. Ever so slightly wider and deeper would make such a difference in truly being able to carry the essentials in this wallet. Also, it is difficult to easily and quickly zip and unzip. This item is not going to work for me and, while I am within the 30 day period, the return policy is not customer friendly.
Store owner replied:
Hi Christine, Thank you for your honest feedback, it is always super helpful to hear how we can improve our designs to fit more needs. I'm so sorry to hear that you're having trouble reaching us. We did not find an email from you or a voice mail, can you let me know how you reached out so we know how to improve? I've sent you an email to you so please check your inbox! Best, Karin
I love my Arden Cove Marina wallet! I’ve had it for over a month now and it’s exactly what I was wanting for daily use. It holds up excellent in the rain, the look and feel is so chic, secure and fits everything that I need! I am able to fit all my cards, cash, Wet Wipes, keys, protein bar or phone in the inside. I find that I use the back slip pocket for easy access to my iPhone 14 pro. The Arden Cove team was quick in their response and notified me when this color way was back in stock. Mahalo Carmen & team!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and for sharing your beautiful photo, Mariah! I'm so glad you are able to fit your essentials in your Marina. And thank you again for your kindness and patience as we restocked! Wishing you many wonderful adventures no matter where life takes you 😊 Best, Carmen
This bag is small, but mighty! I tested it out at a formal dinner and it fit so much stuff. My phone, airpods, wallet, keys, and chapstick. I also got a compliment immediately on the bag.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review and photo, Melissa! I'm so glad you are enjoying and fitting your essentials in your Marina! I hope you'll continue to enjoy your Marina no matter where life takes you 😊 Best, Carmen
This is exactly what I wanted and needed. I needed something that could be an every day wallet for big and small occasions. It can fit in a large purse or backpack or can be a purse. Fits my keys phone and multiple cards plus passport and even lip balm. This is my second purchase from arden cove and the durability, security, and style combined with functionality is unbeatable.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for the lovely glowing review, Zaida! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Marina, and are fitting you essentials! Wishing you wonderful travels no matter where you are 😊 Best, Carmen
I bought this Grande Marina bag before heading to Germany to direct a study abroad trip. As a person who strives to pack lightly, I'm always on the lookout for multi-purpose bags. This one was perfect! I had a travel backpack for my clothes, so I wore the Grande Marina as a belt bag in the airport for easy access to my passport, my phone, and my credit cards. In Germany, I used it alternately as 1) a wallet that separated my money and cards from the study abroad program money and cards very well; and 2) as a crossbody bag for evenings out when I attached the strap from my Chrissy crossbody. I can even attach the short handle from my Carmel backpack to turn it into a cute handbag. And it holds so much! It fit my cards and cash, my phone, my public transportation pass, some small makeup items, and my sunglasses. Remarkable! It definitely passed the travel test, so I will be using it again - for study abroad, other travel, and as a regular evening bag or wallet
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for this lovely review, Heide! I love how you mixed and matched your straps from your other bags to really maximize the versatility of your Marina! Truly brilliant ❤️ I hope you had a wonderful time in Germany and will continue to have some more great travels for more study abroad trips or vacations! 😊 Best, Carmen
Beautiful bag! Very well designed! A must have for international travel! Excellent customer service!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, William! Loving the photos (looks like a blast!!) So glad she is enjoying her Marina and wishing her many more adventures with it 😊 Best, Carmen
Bought this for my daughter for Europe. It’s better in person! She gets lots of compliments and people ask her about it all the time.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, William! I am so glad your daughter is enjoying her Marina with a bunch of compliments! We'll see how we can retake some of the images to better represent how they look in person - thank you for the feedback! Hope she continues to have wonderful travels with her Marina ❤️ Best, Carmen
I purchased Grande Marina Convertible Wallet and Belt Bag in July 2022 after returning from a girls trip to France. My friend had an Arden Cove bag and absolutely loved it.
The zipper quality is fantastic, love the two currency slots, plenty of room for daily necessities while traveling (except sunglasses). Easily fit 2 passports, lip gloss, a medicine box, husband's nitro, coins, and pen. With a little rearranging, I could squeeze my phone in. I, like several others, wish the strap was longer. Other than that, I would have given the bag 4.5 stars.
Here we are a year later (almost to the day), and the strap is peeling and the material on the top of the bag near the zipper has developed strange holes/snags. I am Type A when it comes to taking care of things, and this bag has not been in constant use for this past year. I'm disappointed.
If you intend to seldomly use the bag, it's a great purchase. If you love to travel, this is only a temporary bag until quality improves.
Store owner replied:
Hi Michelle, thank you for such a thorough review and for a 1 year update! Edge paint on leather-goods used on a frequent basis might only last around a year, and can be affected by not only by how the bag is used, but also factors like weather/temperature fluctuations and extremes. I'd love to chat more via email if that is ok with you to see how we can better improve! Best, Carmen
I love this wallet! It fits all my essentials - cards, keys, phone, chapstick, cash and other coupons/receipts etc. and can probably fit even more The outer slip pocket is great for my ID and I can easily scan into my building at work. The gunmetal hardware is beautiful and the wallet quality is great overall! I initially ordered the Chrissy but it was too big for my needs (see photo for size comparison) so I returned it (very seamless and easy process). Highly recommend supporting this small business!
This is my 2nd Arden Cove bag. My first is the Chrissy crossbody. I love it and was amazed out how much it would hold despite its small size. I carried for a daily bag as well as to a trip to Greece. I needed a different bag due to neck surgery. Don’t let the price of this wallet scare you! It is worth every penny. I am very picky. This bag holds everything I need with some room to spare. It is lightweight and versatile in how it can be carried, which is exactly what I need. It is stylish as well. Love this bag and ready for my next travel adventure knowing my items are secure. Love Arden Cove!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your review and for sharing your experience, Katrinka! I hope you had a wonderful time in Greece and that the Marina will accompany you on many more trips! 😊 Best, Carmen
I love my grande convertible wallet bag. It’s the perfect belt bag especially for those who love to carry a lot of cash and change. I wear it daily, but found it more useful when I traveled to Asia. I was able to see all my bills and coins at ease. I also carried a lip balm, headphones, a pen, mini hair clips, eyedrops, and my iPhone Pro. I also went to Disneyland Tokyo with my belt bag and was able to strap it around my waist during rollercoaster rides. I love how I was able to attach my hand sanitizer with the jacquard strap too. Another awesome part of the wallet was that it kept all my stuff safe, the zipper closure is sleek. All my items were safe from the rain, water slides, and dirt. The wallet is RFID so it also felt very secured and durable. It is also lightweight which is an extreme plus for me! I barely noticed I had it on sometimes. :)
I’m so excited about this travel bag! I love that you can wear it as a crossbody, belt bag or wristlet. I also love that it looks like a real purse, it’s not ugly like some of the anti-theft bags I’ve seen. I plan to use it on our honeymoon to Italy. It’s big enough to fit my iPhone, some cash, cards, a lip gloss, etc. It took me a minute to figure out how to adjust the straps to convert from the belt bag to cross body, but once figured out it fits perfectly.
Store owner replied:
Hi Julie, Thanks so much for your review & photo! It's so great to see how it looks with your cute dress. Hope you have a fantastic time on your honeymoon!! Best, Karin
Loving my grande wallet! The fact that it can double as a purse and wallet make it so versatile. Have the multiple straps to wear crossbody, handheld, and waist. Absolutely love the spacious design and that it is waterproof!!! Just like my other Arden Cove purchases, I know this will last. Thank you for another amazing product!
Store owner replied:
Hi Brittany, Thanks so much for your lovely review! I'm so glad to hear that you are enjoying the versatility of the bag. It is exactly how we love using the Marina as well. Hope you get lots of use out of it! -Karin
I have gave this wallet to my aunt and she love it.. she mention that it is convient to marketing and it is spacious to have all her stuff, money, phone, keys in without forgetting to bring either 1 out. Glad that she loves it.
Store owner replied:
Hi Yang,
Thanks so much for thinking of Arden Cove when gifting to your aunt. We're so glad to hear she loves it & that she can fit everything she needs!
Received it today, finally..but it kinda small for me. I can fit the card, bills, coins, a tissue, wet tissue, keys. But I am unable to put slim portable charger and phone and I won't be able to zip it. Overall the design is nice, zip is tight due to waterproof zip, definitely need 2 hand to close the wallet.love the bag but kinda small for me. Love the feel of my stuff is being secure.
Store owner replied:
Hi Karin, Thank you for your feedback and lovely photo! Yes, it can be tough to fit too many things so you will have to pare down the items. It should fit a slim portable charger and phone but perhaps you'll need to remove some of the other items. It's hard to choose, isn't it?! Thanks for letting us know what items you want to carry everyday as it will help us design more items to fit more needs in the future!
I ordered this for my sister in the Philippines! and she really love it💕It’s beautiful inside and out💕
Store owner replied:
Hi Michelle, Thanks so much for thinking of Arden Cove as a gift for your sister! We're so glad to hear she loves it and we love seeing the photo of her enjoying it!
I ordered my wallet as a birthday present to myself in December. I have used it almost every day for 6 months and I absolutely love it! I have the short strap that I use as a belt bag when I want to be hands free on trips, the longer shoulder strap for most outfits, and I put the wrist strap on when I want to throw it in a larger bag. I did switch out the locking zipper for a more simple one because the waterproof zipper is so secure that I don't feel the need to lock it. I recently bought the Kelso passport pouch and chain strap and I am in love with all of Arden Cove's products! I love that I have an ecosystem of bags that are so versatile and compatible with each other. They have included every small detail that I could imagine!
Store owner replied:
Hi Adrianna, Thank you so much for sharing your lovely review and photo! We're so glad to hear you are enjoying the items and find them working well together. We wanted to make sure our items are versatile and it's great to hear it really works for you!
Just the right size for a phone, passport, money, credit cards and a few personal items. All you need is secure and at your fingertips for airport security and room check-in. Length of cross body strap is easy to adjust. Light weight for carrying all day.
When opened this purse looks so roomy, but when you zip it, it's has to maintain its original shape. So it functions as a terribly small purse that barely holds your car key and a lip gloss, or a large wallet that has too much room for just cards and cash. So disappointed. Either buy a purse, or buy a wallet, because this functions well as neither.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your review and feedback, Sarah! Sorry that the Marina isn't a fit for you. If you'd like some guidance on what might work better for you, either more of a wallet, or more of a purse, we are always here to help if you'd like to exchange it for something else.
Best, Carmen
I love the internal organization, waterproof and locking features. I bought this specifically to be a compact purse for the days I don’t want to carry a big one. I would like to see this be a smidgen larger in the same style or have a separate phone pocket as it’s a tight fit when I put both my phone and keys along with the other small must haves I carry daily. I would also like to see more colors.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your review and feedback, Britta! It sounds like maybe a phone's width more of space could solve your space issues? And please feel free to reach out with any color requests! We're always open to any feedback. Best, Carmen
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, John! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Marina, and wishing you amazing travels where ever you take it next. Best, Carmen
Traveling to Europe - several countries and a cruise. I wanted a bag that I could use hands free during the day but I could use as a dress bag in the evening. Didn't want to bring muliple handbags for different occasions while traveling-conserving space. This is the bag that you can dress up/dress down - perfect for any occasion! Looks fabulous no matter what you wear it with and has the Arden Cove technology! Even tried it with several different types of outfits - a definite winner!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Debby! I'm so glad you found the right bag with your Marina. I hope you had a wonderful time on your cruise, and wishing you many more travel adventures to come! 😊 Best, Carmen
Worth it for the peace of mind while traveling. Sturdy and decently cute!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Maria! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Marina. Wishing you amazing travels! Best, Carmen
Purchased the Grande Marina after seeing it recommended in several travel blogs - wanted something that was anti-theft but not just a basic nylon bag. Absolutely thrilled with this! Beautifully made, has a wristlet strap and key leash included so it’s super versatile and can be a clutch for dinners etc. Looks and feels fabulous IRL! This will be my new travel companion.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your wonderful review, Alexis! I'm so glad you are so thrilled about your Marina! Wishing you amazing & safe travels 😊 Best, Carmen
I’m so impressed with my new Arden Cove bag! The quality is fantastic. The material feels durable and stylish, and the details (like the zippers and hardware) are clearly well made. I love how thoughtfully designed it is, with just the right number of pockets to keep everything organized without being bulky. The anti-theft features give me extra peace of mind when I’m traveling or in busy places, and the overall look is chic enough to go from day to night. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a functional, secure, and beautiful bag!
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Michele! I'm so glad you are enjoying the functionality and look of your Marina. Wishing you many wonderful travels no matter where life takes you! Best, Carmen
Ladies your craftsmanship and design is unmatched! The bag is everything I thought it would be and more. Luxury, safety and style...what more can a girl ask for.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Shayla! I'm so glad you are loving your Marina 😊 Wishing you amazing adventures no matter where life takes you! Best, Carmen
Bought it for use on an upcoming trip we’re casual cross bag and dressier clutch needed. Looks like it will nicely work for that. Good quality leather and super packaging.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Kathleen! I'm so glad you are liking the quality and style of your Marina. Wishing you an amazing time on your trip! 😊 Best, Carmen
I was so excited to receive my Grande Marina Convertible Wallet and accessories. It was everything I had hoped for and more! With the accessories I can use it so many ways. Can’t wait to use it on my upcoming trip!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Lynne! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Marina, and I wish you a wonderful trip!! 😊 Best, Carmen
This is a nice wallet bag, and while the zipper is secure, it’s almost impossible to open and close which serves as quite the inconvenience. However, I guess if I can’t get it open, then a pick pocket won’t be able to either!
Store owner replied:
Hi Casey, thank you so much for your review and feedback! Can you share more on if you meant the clasps are a bit cumbersome to work with, or do you think the zipper slider is tight? Hoping to see if this is something we can improve with future iterations. Best, Carmen
I love the marina convertible wallet! Looks beautiful and very functional. Fits a lot of stuff like cards, cash, passport, phone, keys, and a few small items. Also love that you can wear it in multiple ways.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for the lovely review, Cynthia! I'm so glad you are enjoying your Marina 😊 I'm so excited for your trips later this year! Best, Carmen
I paired the Grande Marina with the Slash Resistant Faux Leather Wide Strap and wore it closely across my chest on travel days at crowded train stations and airports in Europe. I appreciate the strong zipper; you have to firmly pull it across to open/close. There were plenty of card slots and my bills fit nicely as well. I also kept my passport and phone. It was a bit inconvenient to remove the phone every time to enter and exit the Tube in London, since the phone doesn't fit in the open pocket in the back of the bag, but other than that, I felt confident, stylish, and safe during my travel.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Tina! I hope you had a wonderful time in London! So glad that the Marina was able to fit your essentials. Wishing you many more trips to come 😊 Best, Carmen
I love the wallet & all the features. I originally bought the Chrissy bag, but it was much too large for my needs, so I exchanged for this. It seems great, & I’m excited to travel to Paris with it. My only complaint is I do wish it was just a tad larger, or there was a larger option between this size & the Chrissy. I can fit a couple cards, some cash, my phone & a slim portable charger, but I can’t fit my sunglasses. If it was just a bit larger that would be perfect, but I do love it, & will be keeping it!!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for your lovely review, Shaylynn! I'm glad that the Marina worked out for you, and thank you for the feedback on the sizing! Would you like the same format, but just wider front to back to accommodate glasses? Feel free to send us more of your thoughts! Wishing you a wonderful time in Paris!! 😊 Best, Carmen
I first ordered a different bag and it just didn't work for me. The exchange process was so smooth. I also had to speak to customer service. They were prompt and very helpful. That alone made this brand stick out. I received my bag and I am SO happy with this purchase. I appreciate the versatility of this bag. I can change it to a cross body, a wristlet, and a wallet. I absolutely love it. I recently took it on a short trip and it was perfect. I was able to fit my cards, money, passport, phone, and hand sanitizer.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Stephanie! I'm so glad the Marina was a great fit for you (I use it daily myself!) 😊 Wishing you wonderful adventures wherever life takes you. Best, Carmen
I received this convertible wallet bag from my daughter got Christmas. it is for an upcoming trip, but I could not wait to try it and so far, I just love. It has everything I need and is just so classy.
Store owner replied:
Hi Carol,
Thanks so much for leaving a kind review! We're so glad to hear it was the perfect gift. Please enjoy using it!
Best,
Karin
Great bag. Love the functionality. No need to change bags with the added accessories. Fabulous concept. One bag/multiple purposes.
Store owner replied:
Thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful review, Am! Glad you are loving your Marina and that you are fully using it for its convertibility! 😊 Best, Carmen
I’ve always carried a larger bag but that isn’t handy when traveling. I took my new bag on my first mini vaca in 5 years. It was perfect! I like it so much, I’m using it every day now! It is so light weight but large enough to carry the essentials!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing your lovely review, Lisa! So glad that you love it and are using it everyday 😊 Hope it continues to travel well with you! Best, Carmen
I purchased online and couldn't believe how quickly it arrived to my front door here in New zealand.I was very happy with the style and quality of the bag and look forward to using it next year on our trip to Italy.Thankyou it's going to be perfect .
Store owner replied:
So glad to hear that it arrived quickly, and that you are liking your Marina! Wishing you a great trip to Italy next year! Thank you for the perfect review, Sue! 🥰 - Carmen
High quality and well designed. It is a perfect small size, yet efficient enough to carry all necessities (including a cell phone) for a day walking in Paris. Very attractive. It has all the anti-theft features, yet it looks nothing like a “touristy” travel purse, making you less of a potential tourist target. I love this bag!
Store owner replied:
Hi Lissette, Thanks so much for your review! We're glad to hear you love it enough to replace and hope your new one is just as well loved!
This wallet is very well made, sturdy, secure and versatile. It is my daily grab-and-go bag, as well as travel wallet. In addition to a lot of room for standard wallet essentials (e.g., cards, cash and coins), it also has space to carry a few additional items for those who like their wallets to do just a bit more. For example, I was also able to fit a passport, several keys on a ring, a 6" smartphone, a tube of lip balm, a small mirror, a pen and a short USB cable. I love that the wallet is water-resistant, easy to clean, lined with RFID protection, and comes with a shoulder/belt strap that is detachable, adjustable and cut-resistant. Being able to carry the wallet as a shoulder/crossbody bag, belt bag or wristlet is a great feature. Right out of the box, the zipper was a little stiff due to the newness, but after some use, it became easier to pull. Overall, a great job on the wallet design! I would love to see future iterations of this wallet with gun metal hardware as an option.
Store owner replied:
Hi Anna, Thanks so much for your detailed review! It's always great to hear what you're carrying in your bags so we have a good idea of how people want to use them. We're definitely wanting to release new colors as well and hope to do so later this year!
I really hoped I would like this as much as I like the Arden Cove purse I purchased several years ago. However, it does not work in terms of accommodating a large smartphone with a case and a modern car key. Ever so slightly wider and deeper would make such a difference in truly being able to carry the essentials in this wallet. Also, it is difficult to easily and quickly zip and unzip. This item is not going to work for me and, while I am within the 30 day period, the return policy is not customer friendly.
Store owner replied:
Hi Christine, Thank you for your honest feedback, it is always super helpful to hear how we can improve our designs to fit more needs. I'm so sorry to hear that you're having trouble reaching us. We did not find an email from you or a voice mail, can you let me know how you reached out so we know how to improve? I've sent you an email to you so please check your inbox! Best, Karin
Grande Marina Water Resistant Convertible Wallet and Belt Pouch
