Kipling bags. Any good?

Well, I now have my Kipling bag and am pleased with it. Just the right size, light, lots of pockets and plenty of room for all my junk essential items! I’m not frantic about the metal monkey and thought about changing it for my Radley dog, who never gets an outing these days, but he said it was beneath him! He’ll only be seen hanging out with leather!

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Well, I'm surprised, but it won't put me off using them as they are just my cup of tea.

Plastic is used in many things so is here to stay but I think we should all be aware of plastic which is used in things that don't last for a long time. The good thing about Kipling Bags is that they do last. They also have quite a good resale value too.

Well, I'm surprised, but it won't put me off using them as they are just my cup of tea.

I have to apologise. Perhaps these bags are made of plastic 🤔.
I've just had a good inspection and feel of my Jouney bags and perhaps what I've always thought is fabric is actually plastic. There are no labels to say what it is made of.

London Luggage seems to have a sale on right now, but I didn't compare exact prices, for all I know QVC and others have sales on too?!

So yes, plastic

According to Kipling they are made from recycled polyester and/or recycled nylon. I think previously they were made of the same but not recycled.

Plastic! Absolutely not, surely. Mine feel sort of canvas. They last for years and are marvelous.

I have one, have had it 5 or 6 years, still looks good, would recommend them!

Bluesmum Kipling and similar brands are not plastic. They are good quality fabric.

When I looked at Kipling bags on Amazon, one I liked the look of was 'Made in Cambodia'. I imagine that the work is farmed out to factories in countries with low pay and zero workers' rights.

This has already been established. Where are they made?

I've had a few and really like them. My latest converts to a bum bag, which is useful when I'm out cycling.

Kipling is Belgian (just like me 😜) but by now headquarters are in New York it's a very good brand, my grandson uses the swimming-bag I bought for his father!
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Hi i cant be absolutely sure but something tells me the Netherlands i have a fair few they are great quality and i liked them with the furry gorilla which they are scaling back i think to solid ones i would recommend them for wear and tear and design they are pricey ive gotten mine from outlets or qvc or even second hand i think they were more fashionable about 25 years ago i only liked the cross body bags o think they were the best value xx good luck

I've had Kipling bags for years, including their luggage.
Extremely durable. Would highly recommend.mebd.
My handbags are cross body but with grab handles (2 handles) which I find invaluable when not draped across body as strap quite long.
I've also got a Kipling drawstring bag I use regularly for swim stuff etc.
Oh, and I use a Kipling purse daily.
As you can tell I'm a fan of Kipling but wouldn't pay full price so shop in Outlets or online for bargains.

I cannot get my head around the idea of paying all that money for a plastic handbag!

Never heard of a Kipling bag, I thought it was something to do with cakes,

IM VERY disappointed.

I have bought a few Kipling bags from Amazon and find the prices cheaper than shops.

I have loads of them, different sizes, colours and styles, large and small, plus a purse, plus a laptop bag (x2). They are virtually indestructible and wash like new. They are practical personified. I'd recommend them any day of the week.

I always wanted one but couldn't justify the price. About 10 years ago I bought a used Fairfax from Ebay, lovely bag, but by the time all my clobber was put in it,.it expanded......

Needless to say, I haven't used it since. Beautiful bag though, excellent condition, grab handles, xbody strap. I bought myself a travelon hobo last year as I liked it, currently sitting in the same box.

Not a Kipling bag but a purse. Had it for years and if the quality of the purse is anything to go by I'd not hesitate to buy a bag.

I bought 2 kipling bags on a cruise at Vietnam. The cruise staff told us they were made there and it was a genuine Kipling outlet shop with cheap prices. We saw a huge open lorry arriving at the shop just by the end of the pier. It was fully loaded with bags for cruise passengers. About 15+ years ago

I have used Kipling handbags for years and had one in use for over 11 years and still going strong. They are light so help with my arthritic shoulder, neck, hip and back. I can always find what I am looking for as they have different zips and compartments. I love them and, despite paying a fortune for Healthy back bags, etc., I always come back to my Kipling bag. Well worth the money.

I love Kipling bags, they’re very practical, but I rarely pay full price for them. I buy them on eBay and Vinted or at TK Maxx. I’ve also had a cheaper Pavers copy from Boundary Mill. There are lots of cheaper copies online too.
I love the bags because they’re lightweight, if you have back problems, and they have numerous pockets, plus a key clip. The zips are very sturdy. I always machine wash my bags. I have one rucksack-style bag which is ideal for holidays. They’re not meant to be dressy - I use other handbags for special occasions.
I would recommend buying a used bag on eBay or Vinted first, before buying a new one, to see if you like it. I suppose it depends on your personal budget! 😎