Cross Body Carry: LV Favorite or Small ALMA or ...???

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KarlieK

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I'm so glad I finally found this forum ... because I have so many questions!! I'm purse shopping for a vacation and want to get the best possible small, zip top cross body purse. I'm currently thinking of taking a LV Favorite, a small LV Alba in Epi, or a Gucci Soho Disco. I love the favorite, but I think it screams "steal me" because of the damier and monogram. Is the Epi a bit more low-key and incognito? Also, same thing with the Disco. So, which would you recommend for a small, with-me-every-moment-to-carry-my-important-stuff cross body? Is there another one you love that has a super secure top (zip or lock or big flap)?
 
For travel disco. I have all three bags (although my alma is bb not in epi). Favorite is not zip top. Alma a little bulky for travel. I travelled all over Europe with a disco. Fits a lot but small and can be worn crossbody.
 
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I have both the Alma and Disco and love them both equally. They probably both fit the same amount. Some find the Alma awkward to wear crossbody because it sticks out a little. I don’t mind this. If I could only have 1 in my collection it would be the Alma. If you can, try them on and let us know what you decide.
 
For travel disco. I have all three bags (although my alma is bb not in epi). Favorite is not zip top. Alma a little bulky for travel. I travelled all over Europe with a disco. Fits a lot but small and can be worn crossbody.
I have been reading more about the favorite, so I think it is off the list for now. The Disco is just such a good little bag! I'm also eyeing the YSL Camera Bag ... looks similar to Disco. Do you find that the top angle of the Alma makes it less useful?
 
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I have both the Alma and Disco and love them both equally. They probably both fit the same amount. Some find the Alma awkward to wear crossbody because it sticks out a little. I don’t mind this. If I could only have 1 in my collection it would be the Alma. If you can, try them on and let us know what you decide.

Hmmm. Alma over Disco? That is good to know ... because I already have a Disco but really want the Alma, if I can justify the purchase! So, do you think it would be good for travel and also just a timeless addition to my collection? Do you find the top angle of the Alma to be awkward at all? I'll try the Alma and keep you posted
 
I have been reading more about the favorite, so I think it is off the list for now. The Disco is just such a good little bag! I'm also eyeing the YSL Camera Bag ... looks similar to Disco. Do you find that the top angle of the Alma makes it less useful?

I like the Alma just not as comfortable as disco, particularly for travel. Easier to get in and out of disco for some reason. I have 2 discos. I’d choose disco over ysl.
 
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