I've purchased my crossbody totes from Portland Leather for myself for Mother's Day the past two years. I LOVE the grizzly color. I also have purchased some of those little 'inserts' from Amazon that help keep things organized. As a Portland native, I love carrying a bit of 'home' with me.
I literally love your videos and appreciate all the details and feedback you provide for curvier women! Also, I love that you carry very similar things in your bags which help me so much when making my PLG purchases.
I have the Medium Zippered Crossbody in Dune on its way now! Thanks for the heads up on Dune. I saw you say that a few weeks ago. And I’m the opposite, I like my bags zipped up and secure. But I do like things inside a certain way. I will put one of my 5 guitar straps on it and hopefully be very satisfied. This will make my 5th or 6 th PLG bags. Thanks for your videos and honesty.
Thank you for making this video!! I have a zippered medium crossbody in Sedona coming (my first PLG!!), and I mainly got the medium to be able to fit a book and/or water bottle. My youngest is also potty training, so I wanted to be able to fit a diaper & wipes or a couple snacks as well. I will def be getting the mini for when I run solo errands, since it will still fit my Kindle 💚
I love the medium and full size crossbody bags for everyday. And the medium tote is a perfect size for me too! I love the look of the mini, it’s just not practical for me for more than just the weekend, which is fine. I like to have options! I also fill bigger bags, so I get that.
Thanks much for sharing!! I've been debating on the crossbody & the tote for awhile. This really helps to see the differences in size. I know they have pictures on their website but that doesn't really help. Your video is very helpful. Thanks!!
Thank you so much for your video, and letting us see how these bags look on a plus-size figure. Being plus size I wasn't sure the mini would look good on me. I did go with a tote since I wasn't sure. But this video did let me know I'd love to have a medium in Nutmeg. Beautiful collection!
What a great video. I have several PLG totes and I’ve given a few to my daughter and granddaughter. I really love the Honey leather but I have to be so, so careful when I carry those totes because it scratches quite easily. My absolute favorite is my medium crossbody in Dune. I got the zippered version, just like yours, because I didn’t want the top to be so floppy. I don’t ever zip it, I just fold the leather flaps down inside and that gives the top more support. It’s an amazing bag. I’m like you, I like my belongings in my bag a certain way and my medium zippered crossbody is perfect for me. It’s such an easy bag for me to carry and I don’t have to fuss with it when I’m out and about. I am a petite 5’3” so the medium is too big for me to carry crossbody so I don’t even use the strap. I carry my small crossbody on days when I only need my wallet, sunnies and a couple of other small items. I do have a large bust so sometimes I don’t like the way a crossbody strap accentuates that! Lol I discovered your channel just now by accident…will subscribe😊
I’m just naturally overly careful with my bags, I’ve not been scratching my Honey. And yes, crossbodies accentuate the girls in a weird way. 😂 Thanks for subscribing! 🧡
I know that this video is old I have three Portland bags they are very heavy I have the crossbody that I love I hate I didn't get a zipper large tote with the zipper but they are very heavy bags you can't play around with it
This was a terrific review! I’m personally team zipper because of too many accidental spills lol. I have to say my favorite style so far is a tie between the Medium and Full-size Crossbody. I use guitar straps on mine. (Fellow chesty gal here hahaha.) I love my soft and slouchy leathers (Nutmeg, Sunflower), but I also adore the suede/nubuck feeling ones (Merlot, Deep Water). I feel like those hold their shape (& contents) much better while still being soft and pleasant to touch. As for the Mini, I want to love it, but it’s just too small for me. 😊 I’m not on Facebook but I have a few PLG bags that I’d love to sell to someone who’d love them.
Thank you! I’ve had accidents with my totes but refuse to learn my lesson. 😂 My friend just got a Deep Water and I really like it! I’m sorry the Mini is too small. I actually carried my new Kiwi today to work.
I use my minis on my day off for running errands, etc but the medium cross body is better for work days. I still prefer my tote backpack for work over the cross body, though.
Hi! I love your detailed descriptions. have you tried the 12" extend? they are out of the 5 im Honey". I worry if 12" would be a bit much. we are about the same size for reference.
Thank you for the great video it's very informative and hopefully what I need to make my choice for my first bag. Do you have any insight on if they will have Black Friday sales coming up?
I have the medium crossbody in nutmeg and love it. I've thought about getting the full size because I often carry an Iron Flask water bottle. By the measurements, it didn't seem like enough of a difference, but your video proved otherwise. I love the wider strap you bought. Where did you get that?
Lives this review, im about to purchase my first tote but wondering if i should be careful with how much i put in my bag..? I have a macbook that would definitely go in and just keys wallet and notebook 🤔
Sam great reviews.l wish l went with Portland over gfg. I put in an order and it is very late. I want 2 try the medium zippered tote. The color l want is still a hard choice. What colors do you recommend. I would love your opinion. Thank you.
Oh thank you for responding. I recently came across your video and I've never heard of portland leather! Such a pretty bag!! I want one for my birthday😃. One more question, what size is your iPad? IS it a pro?
Thank you for this video. It’s been really helpful. I missed out on Dune. If you ever sell your medium zippered Dune crossbody, let me know. I ordered a Sedona bucket bag and it’s on it’s way. I didn’t realize it scratches so easily. I’m hoping I love it.
@@samplans Yes, Honey is a beautiful & structured leather. I have 2 full-size crossbody totes (I’m a high school English teacher and tote lots!): one in Nutmeg and the other in Honey. I completely understand what you mean about everything having a place in your bag and knowing readily where that place is.
They have the mini, the medium and full size crossbody tote. Where is the small crossbody (with the long shoulder strap like the medium)? 🫤 That is what I have been searching for
I've purchased my crossbody totes from Portland Leather for myself for Mother's Day the past two years. I LOVE the grizzly color. I also have purchased some of those little 'inserts' from Amazon that help keep things organized. As a Portland native, I love carrying a bit of 'home' with me.
Which is your favorite?!
I literally love your videos and appreciate all the details and feedback you provide for curvier women! Also, I love that you carry very similar things in your bags which help me so much when making my PLG purchases.
I love your videos! Not only for what you show us and tell us, but I find your videos very calming!
Thank you 🥰
I have the Medium Zippered Crossbody in Dune on its way now! Thanks for the heads up on Dune. I saw you say that a few weeks ago. And I’m the opposite, I like my bags zipped up and secure. But I do like things inside a certain way. I will put one of my 5 guitar straps on it and hopefully be very satisfied. This will make my 5th or 6 th PLG bags. Thanks for your videos and honesty.
Thanks so much! I hope you adore Dune as much as I do!!
Well, they didn’t send Dune…they sent Sedona. I already have Sedona. Too floopy. Oh well. Lol
You Are Exceptional at Explaining,So important when comes to bags!!!! especially Almost Perfect
Thank you!
Totally beautiful gorgeous wallet. I agree the chestnut color one
Thank you for making this video!! I have a zippered medium crossbody in Sedona coming (my first PLG!!), and I mainly got the medium to be able to fit a book and/or water bottle. My youngest is also potty training, so I wanted to be able to fit a diaper & wipes or a couple snacks as well. I will def be getting the mini for when I run solo errands, since it will still fit my Kindle 💚
The Medium will be perfect for all of that! I hope you love it!
I love the medium and full size crossbody bags for everyday. And the medium tote is a perfect size for me too! I love the look of the mini, it’s just not practical for me for more than just the weekend, which is fine. I like to have options! I also fill bigger bags, so I get that.
Well I ended up in the full size and not carrying as much. Now I love it.
Thanks much for sharing!! I've been debating on the crossbody & the tote for awhile. This really helps to see the differences in size. I know they have pictures on their website but that doesn't really help. Your video is very helpful. Thanks!!
I’m so glad you found the video helpful!
Thank you so much for your video, and letting us see how these bags look on a plus-size figure. Being plus size I wasn't sure the mini would look good on me. I did go with a tote since I wasn't sure. But this video did let me know I'd love to have a medium in Nutmeg. Beautiful collection!
You’ll love Nutmeg!
@@samplans I have a feeling I will ❤ 🤭
What a great video. I have several PLG totes and I’ve given a few to my daughter and granddaughter. I really love the Honey leather but I have to be so, so careful when I carry those totes because it scratches quite easily. My absolute favorite is my medium crossbody in Dune. I got the zippered version, just like yours, because I didn’t want the top to be so floppy. I don’t ever zip it, I just fold the leather flaps down inside and that gives the top more support. It’s an amazing bag. I’m like you, I like my belongings in my bag a certain way and my medium zippered crossbody is perfect for me. It’s such an easy bag for me to carry and I don’t have to fuss with it when I’m out and about. I am a petite 5’3” so the medium is too big for me to carry crossbody so I don’t even use the strap. I carry my small crossbody on days when I only need my wallet, sunnies and a couple of other small items. I do have a large bust so sometimes I don’t like the way a crossbody strap accentuates that! Lol
I discovered your channel just now by accident…will subscribe😊
I’m just naturally overly careful with my bags, I’ve not been scratching my Honey. And yes, crossbodies accentuate the girls in a weird way. 😂 Thanks for subscribing! 🧡
Have you found a good way to get out the scuffs in your honey bag? I just ordered a used one that has several scuffs & plan to fix it up to use
I love my FSCB because it will fit my laptop turned up end on end!
I have Sunflower mini crossbody and I'll be purchasing Coldbrew mini cossbody today for Fall/Winter. I'm so excited!
Those are great seasonal colors!!
I know that this video is old I have three Portland bags they are very heavy I have the crossbody that I love I hate I didn't get a zipper large tote with the zipper but they are very heavy bags you can't play around with it
This was a terrific review! I’m personally team zipper because of too many accidental spills lol. I have to say my favorite style so far is a tie between the Medium and Full-size Crossbody. I use guitar straps on mine. (Fellow chesty gal here hahaha.) I love my soft and slouchy leathers (Nutmeg, Sunflower), but I also adore the suede/nubuck feeling ones (Merlot, Deep Water). I feel like those hold their shape (& contents) much better while still being soft and pleasant to touch. As for the Mini, I want to love it, but it’s just too small for me. 😊 I’m not on Facebook but I have a few PLG bags that I’d love to sell to someone who’d love them.
Thank you! I’ve had accidents with my totes but refuse to learn my lesson. 😂 My friend just got a Deep Water and I really like it! I’m sorry the Mini is too small. I actually carried my new Kiwi today to work.
I just ordered the toaster in honey. It’s my first PLG. My daughters have several and they love them😊
You’ll love it!
My favorite is the medium with zipper in possibly nutmeg. I wouldn’t use the crossbody strap as I don’t care for that look. I love the bag though!
I totally get that!
I use my minis on my day off for running errands, etc but the medium cross body is better for work days. I still prefer my tote backpack for work over the cross body, though.
The Tote Backpack is 🧡🧡🧡
Oh yay I have been eyeing the crossbody totes. Thanks Sam! 😊
I hope you get one!
Do you prefer the zippered tote over not having it? Also is the zippered one slouchy? I hope you understand what I’m saying LOL
Hi! I love your detailed descriptions. have you tried the 12" extend? they are out of the 5 im Honey". I worry if 12" would be a bit much. we are about the same size for reference.
Thank you for the great video it's very informative and hopefully what I need to make my choice for my first bag. Do you have any insight on if they will have Black Friday sales coming up?
Thank you for doing this…I’ve been debating between the mini and the medium.
And which do you think you’ll choose? 🤓
Thanks Sam! The medium is perfect for me, but now I know for sure :)
Yay!!
I have the medium crossbody in nutmeg and love it. I've thought about getting the full size because I often carry an Iron Flask water bottle. By the measurements, it didn't seem like enough of a difference, but your video proved otherwise. I love the wider strap you bought. Where did you get that?
It would either be one from PLG or SoRetro!
Thanks . Great crossbody comparison. 😊
Thank you!
Lives this review, im about to purchase my first tote but wondering if i should be careful with how much i put in my bag..? I have a macbook that would definitely go in and just keys wallet and notebook 🤔
It is a comfortable weight on its own. I would not worry at all about it, but you’ll probably not want to carry it all around town like that. 😅
Interesting and thorough-thank you!
Thanks!
Ohh I loveeee the nutmeg color!!! 😍
Girl! Watch the newer video and see my favorites! (And my weight loss. 😂)
Thankyou ,Sam
this is so helpful thank you!!!
Sam great reviews.l wish l went with Portland over gfg. I put in an order and it is very late. I want 2 try the medium zippered tote. The color l want is still a hard choice. What colors do you recommend. I would love your opinion. Thank you.
I love Honey if you want a lighter brown tone. But if you prefer a slouchy bag then go with a pebbled variety. Nutmeg is also gorgeous!
Great review and what is the buy sell group
There’s a PLG FB group called Portland Leather Groupies and there are BST albums there!
Hello . Was wondering if the medium crossbody would fit a tablet?. Great video by thebway! God Bless you🙏🙌
It fits my iPad! 🤓
Oh thank you for responding. I recently came across your video and I've never heard of portland leather! Such a pretty bag!! I want one for my birthday😃. One more question, what size is your iPad? IS it a pro?
Great video!!! I am a zipper fan so if you ever decide to part with the Medium Zip in dune please please I need it 😂❤️❤️❤️
Oh 😢 I actually parted with that one a few months ago. I answered an ISO!
Thank you for this video. It’s been really helpful. I missed out on Dune. If you ever sell your medium zippered Dune crossbody, let me know. I ordered a Sedona bucket bag and it’s on it’s way. I didn’t realize it scratches so easily. I’m hoping I love it.
I’m so on the fence about keeping the Medium. Love the texture and Dune is a favorite, but that darn zipper! Enjoy your bucket!
Excellent video! Thank you so much!
Thanks so much for watching!
Your videos are drool worthy 🤤 I want to try Portland leather!
Thank you! I hope you are able to get one! Now is a great time with the sale. Or using AP pretty much all the time. 🧡
I love me some fat rolls ! 🤣 medium is my favorite and most used.
Since getting the Honey, the full size is my most used. I don’t have the medium in Honey yet though… 😉
Great review of the bags. Tfs
Thanks for watching!
Would the medium crossbody fit a MacBook? I love the look and size but it wouldn't work if I could t fit my work laptop.
No, the large would fit one, but not the medium.
Does the medium crossbody really fit a MacBook Air like their website says? Has anyone tried to squeeze a laptop in it?
how i want to see the triangle and poppy😁
Do you know if there's a warranty with the almost perfect ones?
If something isn’t right with your almost perfect you can always return it. I’ve never had an issue.
It's a Bag of Holding!
I LOLed at the fat rolls comment. I love my own fat rolls.
I’m glad you do! 🥰
Do you by chance have a discount code for PLG?
SAMPLANS
Wow ok thanks
Do you have a 30% coupon available?
They did away with codes for creators, but if you use my link I earn a small commission and it helps me stay on the team. 🧡
I would love to see you try a full-size crossbody in one of the more structured leathers. I think it would fast become a favorite of yours! 😍
I was really considering Honey! What do you think?
@@samplans Yes, Honey is a beautiful & structured leather. I have 2 full-size crossbody totes (I’m a high school English teacher and tote lots!): one in Nutmeg and the other in Honey. I completely understand what you mean about everything having a place in your bag and knowing readily where that place is.
Where’s the 30% off cord? Thanks
It’s 25% right now. SAMPLANS25
I wouldn't snap either great minds think alike ,Nope No Zipper for me ,Again great minds think alike😁
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They have the mini, the medium and full size crossbody tote. Where is the small crossbody (with the long shoulder strap like the medium)? 🫤 That is what I have been searching for
hehehe