Finding the Right Size Tano

TejasMama

TejasMama

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#1
I'm curious to know what you ladies carry in your Tano bags because it seems that some people think the Miniisa is a great size while others think that it is too small.

Is the size an issue because of how it looks on your frame or what you actually carry in it? :confused1:

I tend to carry larger bags, but then I end up bogging myself down with all kinds of stuff I really don't need on short outings to the store, etc. I found the miniisa to be the perfect size as an everyday bag but I also realize that the boogie will be better for when I need to carry more work stuff and kid items.

So, what do you carry in your Tano every day? And which sizes work best for you?
 
#2
In my opinion, most Tano bags tend to run in the large-capacity range. There are, of course, exceptions.

I've never, ever run out of room in a Boogie. I took my apricot Boogie to Denver and I carried all my normal stuff (which is a lot) plus an additional cosmetic case with skater-girl-hair-rescue-products, my program of events, two cameras, an extra cell phone, a gallon baggie half full of trading pins, and at one point a sweater that fits a 93 pound 12-year-old.

There's no way I could get that much into my Minilisa. But when it's just MY items....the few trips outside she's made with me.... she's done great and I don't feel like I've overstuffed her.

I think larger bags are never really out of style so even if you are very tiny bigger bags still look great.
 
#3
I agree that Tano tends to make larger bags. I DO sometimes wish they would make smaller bags that weren't cross-body or swing-pack type things, but some of the bags actually "read" smaller when they are worn than a person might think by looking at the measurements.

The French Nanny looks great on - not too big at all (and I am 5'2" and a size 6, so I'm not tiny, but I am not tall). The slouch makes it look appropriate on almost anyone. Yet when I need to, I can toss in sunscreen and a few bottles of water for the kids for when we go to the zoo.

To me, it all comes down to how the bag looks IRL. A lot of bags seem huge, but not nearly as big once you wear them. But the Boogie would still likely be too big for me!
 
#4
For me, the size of the sexbomb is perfect for me, so I assume the minilisa will be fine too. The SB has a nice wide opening and despite the fact that it is a "medium" size bag it carries a lot. I tend to carry around too much junk with my Cooped up which has recently become exclusively my laptop bag (which I wish had an outside pocket to carry things like memory sticks). Even my Boogie is a bit too deep for me, although I love the fact that it has the potential for a lot of stuff. The Boogie also doesn't quite fall right on me because I'm short/short waisted. As I mentioned in a previous thread it tends to bounce on my butt/hips where on most people it falls above their hip bones.
 
#5
I only own 1 Tano (pomegranate sexbomb) and I just got her but I think the SB is the perfect everyday size. Like kmh1190 said, she holds a lot and has a nice wide opening. However, I also have 3 young children and I am looking to the Boogie next for those times when I want to schlep more stuff than normal. HTH
 
#6
On a daily basis, I don't carry much at all! A wristlet, a purse organizer (pens, hairholders, gum, lip gloss, powder, etc), keys, sunglasses and maybe a small digi camera. Thus, bags like "behind the seen" and "amanda playwith" that I own are seriously gigantic!!!!!! I still wear them though because I love the bags and then they are just lightweight! Everything I usually carry with me on a daily basis fits in a sexbomb EASILY without even using any of the outside pockets.

I like bags of all sizes so I own bags of all sizes! Own what you like, no matter how much you carry :smile:
 
#7
I carry a gigantic sunglass case, two glasses cases (reading and regular (should just get bifocals)), cosmetic case, wristlet with tissues, medicines, gum etc., chicklit wallet (which is huge), cellphone, planner, and keys. I find the Boogie pretty perfect, the French Nanny I sometimes have to use a smaller wristlet, but I find my Cooped Up too big and everything gets lost. I do tend to like outside pockets but the Sexbomb (when I tried it on in the store) wasn't comfortable for me. I have 11 Tanos though and make each one work!
 
#8
This is another reason why everyone needs more than one Tano--different sizes for carrying different things! Like today would have been perfect for a boogie (mine isn't here yet) because I took the kids out to run errands and needed to have word-find books, crayons, etc. with me.

I also have to put a plug for the creepy crawly wristlet. I think it's the perfect companion for a larger Tano. I keep my cell, miniskinny, wallet, hand sanitizer, keys, etc., all in it and just take it out when I need to run to the grocery store, etc. It's also a great way to keep your 'top essentials' from getting lost on a larger bag.:tup:
 
#9
For me, both. I have to like the way my bag looks on me when I have my items in it. So, for me the minilisa looked too small because everything made it slouch in the center making it look smaller than I am used to. I have the analisa which is bigger but the actual difference in size makes the slouch factor ok, ditto for my boogie. Does that make sense? So ultimately, it is just a matter of personal taste.
 
#10
darcy-0702 said:
For me, both. I have to like the way my bag looks on me when I have my items in it. So, for me the minilisa looked too small because everything made it slouch in the center making it look smaller than I am used to. I have the analisa which is bigger but the actual difference in size makes the slouch factor ok, ditto for my boogie. Does that make sense? So ultimately, it is just a matter of personal taste.
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Absolutely! I think that I would probably end up carrying my boogie more often because I'm often carrying work and kidlet things but may use my minilsa for those times when I only need some basics. I'm a bit of a girl scout in that I always have 'just in case' items in my bag. My husband once asked me for flint to start a fire. Next time, I'm going to buy some and keep it in there in case he asks!:nuts:
 
#12
first of all Haute Mama, at 5'2 and a size 6 you ARE tiny!!!! :smile:

I don't carry a whole lot of stuff (wallet, glasses, tissues, pen and other small stuff) and find the Boogie is too big for me, and too deep. I am constantly rooting around at the bottom of the bag to find stuff. I love my French Nanny - to me it's a perfect size and not as deep as the Boogie. I tend to look for bags roughly in the 12x12 size. Most Tanos are bigger than that, and I have shoulder/neck problems and can't carry a heavy bag. I thank all those of you who post pictures - they are VERY helpful when seeing them on someone. I may just stick the FN for now - even with all the new styles coming out. I don't have a local store, so it's kind of a hassle to keep ordering and sending back til you figure out what works!
 
#13
^^I think to be listed on the Tano website store list you have to carry a certain amount of stock. I have a couple of stores near me that are not listed. So if there are any small boutiques in your area it might be worth a call to check.
 
#14
TejasMama said:
This is another reason why everyone needs more than one Tano--different sizes for carrying different things! Like today would have been perfect for a boogie (mine isn't here yet) because I took the kids out to run errands and needed to have word-find books, crayons, etc. with me.

I also have to put a plug for the creepy crawly wristlet. I think it's the perfect companion for a larger Tano. I keep my cell, miniskinny, wallet, hand sanitizer, keys, etc., all in it and just take it out when I need to run to the grocery store, etc. It's also a great way to keep your 'top essentials' from getting lost on a larger bag.:tup:
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TejasMama, I'm like you. My kids are teenagers so I don't need the crayons, lol, but I carry a lot of what-if stuff and I always carry either a book or a sketchbook in my bag. I found a really cute leather Japanese anime decorated wristlet at Goodwill and that's where I keep all my extra stuff (hand sanitizer, hand cream, tampons, bandaids, etc). Be prepared, is my motto! :yes:
 
#15
fafnir said:
TejasMama, I'm like you. My kids are teenagers so I don't need the crayons, lol, but I carry a lot of what-if stuff and I always carry either a book or a sketchbook in my bag. I found a really cute leather Japanese anime decorated wristlet at Goodwill and that's where I keep all my extra stuff (hand sanitizer, hand cream, tampons, bandaids, etc). Be prepared, is my motto! :yes:
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We Girl Scouts have to stick together!:P

Sometimes I get teased a bit because I have lots of extra stuff with me, but I've had enough experience taking this crew in public all day to know that I can head off sibling arguments or a bag mood by being prepared with snacks and distractions. Life's too short to tow three cranky kids around all day! Grab a Tano and make your life easier!:yes:
 
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