Backpack, clutch or handbag?

I used to use a big shoulder bag but ended up with sore shoulder. After much deliberation I got a Kipling backpack and absolutely love it. Sometimes I use a smaller cross body, when shopping etc. But for work the backpack fits everything I need!

When I had an operation on my foot, which meant I had to be non-weight bearing, I had to walk with crutches, I found handbags and shoulder bags impossible. The physiotherapist suggested a crossbody bag or a backpack.
I don't have to walk with crutches now, but have since developed balance problems, so I've stuck with leather crossbody bags in colours to match my shoes (and one backpack for longer walks). I change my bag every few days and have really pared down what I carry.

I’m referring to Kipling bags !

I'm with ayse. I have a couple of old black handbags that I never use (one only gets used for weddings and funerals). Normally I just use canvas totes.

And they go in the washing machine too. I’ve got several different types.

Cross body day-to-day from Mia-Tui great colour choices arthritis neck and shoulders, so The Back Bag Company, if larger needed. Have fancy ones can't part with them , hoping one day!!!!!!

I enjoy making fabric bags. There are so many nice patterns out there. You can make one for every occasion, and it's a good 'lockdown'activity.

I use one hand bag, the straps are longish and I could put it over one shoulder (but don’t very often as it can cause pain).
I have 6 tote bags, mainly cotton or jute, for going shopping, or just carrying stuff too large or heavy for my handbag.
A backpack for walks/out for the day at National Trust etc.

i have started using a cotton shopping bag type with long straps for everyday purse, water bottle, face mask etc its driving my husband mad as i have "too many bags!!!!" ???

Cross body bags for me most of the time, for easy access to 'essentials'. I do have clutch and handbags for more special occasions, which are rare. I only use backpacks for travelling
( though along with cross body ) or when needed to hold extras, such as jacket, picnic things, umbrella etc. I worry about thieves having easier access, plus it's a nuisance taking a backpack off and on regularly.

Yes. I am a bag lady. I have lots. Kipling bags are not cheap but are very lightweight to start with. And they are very organised compartment wise. You can often get last years colours in sales.

Birthdays & Christmas I always get bought a handbag. I have a full shelf of them along the top of my wardrobes, some still have their tags on. Dropped hints to everyone about the amount of bags I have, but they still keep coming. I really love using the same navy cross body one when I go out. Holds everything I need and is a handy size. I actually bought myself another of the same bag for whenever this one gives up.

I have a little leather backpack that i use if i am going somewhere with a bit of walking and i have a canvas bag that says I ❤️ Dr Who which i take to work cos it fits all the junk i take with me

Backpacks? Ugh. Ghastly things.

I have so many bags it’s become a problem - my New Years Resolutions included no more bags, shoes, clothes. Failed miserably in the January sales.? In the last month I’ve got a fab Michael Korrs small backpack and a gorgeous Coach tote in cherry red - both half price ? I like a bargain!! Taking about 10 to charity shop this week and seriously considering treatment for my shopping addiction!! Which is due I think to my childhood when I got one pair of shoes a year and one dress at Christmas and one at Whitsuntide from a catalogue my Auntie ran, so my Mum could pay it off weekly. Btw my sister is just the same as me and we often buy the same things without knowing....

My yoga teacher pointed out, many years ago, that shoulder bags need to be worn equally on each side in turn to avoid becoming too one-sided.
I have always used backpacks for their practicality and balance for my body, and because I only buy zipped ones, have never had a problem with security.
However, for romantic assignments, I did treat myself to a very smart leather handbag at a price I have never previously risen to! I actually love it, and always think of the saying ‘A thing of beauty is a joy for ever’ by John Keats.

I have a few bags which l don't use very often especially now as l never go anywhere. Because I walk with a stick when l go shopping it's always a cross body leaves hands free also a rucksack to hold my shopping.

I always used cross-body until the stroke, and have loads of different colours, but find myself carrying the by the strap, so have just bought a handbag big enough to hold everything - no changing bags and it's multicoloured - cream, burgundy, and black - suit lots of outfits. Trying it from Monday, as we're going on our long postponed trip to the Gower!

I’ve got about 9 handbags, and two shoulder bags, never had a backpack

I have arthritis of the spine and constant sciatica. I have recently bought a rucksack handbag from M & S and it's the best bag I have ever owned. Can fully recommend.

Crossover bag for me. I have them in every colour.

I have both bags and backpacks. The backpacks are child size and I use them when I go out walking locally. With all the different pockets and zipped compartments I can usually find things very easily. I sometimes push safety pins across the zips to stop anyone else from opening them when I'm not looking.

I only use backpacks with padded straps. I once had a handbag with straps that could be extended to use it as a backpack but when I carried a lot of things and I found the straps were digging into my back or shoulders which are not very fleshy so they felt uncomfortable.

I think heavy handbags must be bad for the posture so I have always tried to use two equally loaded bags to balance out the weight of shopping.

I will take a look at the healthy back bags website as I need another backpack that is a bit larger than child size.

NOT a bag person do not know what ladies put in their bags. I have my purse that goes everywhere but now and then I buy a bag and use this a few times then go back to my purse.

Cross body, not cross shoulder.

Father Christmas brought me a leather backpack last Christmas, lovely! It should last me ages. I also have a small cross shoulder bag I made from a charity shop dress.