I don't usually use an open top tote bag for travelling because of the lack of closure. I'm one of those ppl who's paranoid abt things spilling out. But I decided to try out my new St Louis on a recent flight since I was using a purse organiser inside that has a zipper closure. I love how well it worked out on the plane!
As y'all can see, it fitted perfectly under the seat in front of me, which is where I always keep my handbag. And the purse organiser made the whole thing even better. The bag was really full but the organiser was flexible enough that I cld close the zipper with no problems. And the great thing abt that then was the handbag stayed nice and upright and without me having to fiddle with the bag itself when I have to secure the bag, or when reaching for items inside. So less wearing and tearing for the actual bag that way.
I loved using the organiser on this occasion bc I didn't have to rummage through my bag looking for things! I kept my most used items in the side pockets and it was such a relief to be able to just reach in grab what I wanted! When you're in a tight space, it's a relief to be able to do this.
The shoulder straps were soft and pliant enough that they easily folded over each other when the bag went under the seat. This was a problem with my large Longchamp Le Pliage tote - the straps were stiff making the bag very hard to fit under the seat esp when the bag was full. The straps of one Le Pliage ended up getting scratched by the metal things under the seat. This is why I stopped using the Le Pliage when I'm flying.
In conclusion, I think the St Louis PM is the best travelling bag ever!
As y'all can see, it fitted perfectly under the seat in front of me, which is where I always keep my handbag. And the purse organiser made the whole thing even better. The bag was really full but the organiser was flexible enough that I cld close the zipper with no problems. And the great thing abt that then was the handbag stayed nice and upright and without me having to fiddle with the bag itself when I have to secure the bag, or when reaching for items inside. So less wearing and tearing for the actual bag that way.
I loved using the organiser on this occasion bc I didn't have to rummage through my bag looking for things! I kept my most used items in the side pockets and it was such a relief to be able to just reach in grab what I wanted! When you're in a tight space, it's a relief to be able to do this.
The shoulder straps were soft and pliant enough that they easily folded over each other when the bag went under the seat. This was a problem with my large Longchamp Le Pliage tote - the straps were stiff making the bag very hard to fit under the seat esp when the bag was full. The straps of one Le Pliage ended up getting scratched by the metal things under the seat. This is why I stopped using the Le Pliage when I'm flying.
In conclusion, I think the St Louis PM is the best travelling bag ever!
