Need a Cute Camera Bag?
January 5, 2010
So you got a fun new DSLR for Christmas, and now you’re realizing that it’s a little more to tote around than the old pocket camera was. I’ve spent quite a bit of time looking for the right bags for me–things that don’t scream “I’m a camera bag, please steal me” during international travel, and that are a little feminine-looking–not your daddy’s camera bag.
My personal gear lives and travels in a brown suede medium-sized Jill-e bag. It looks like a posh carry-on bag, and fits my camera, a few spare lenses, my flash, my light meter, etc. The ergonomics are not fabulous–I do not carry it with me on daytrips, or times when I will have to use the shoulder strap too long–but it is fun and functional. And unlike all of the rest of the bags I found, it is made of real leather.
A new option for fashionable women’s camera bags is Epiphanie, designed by professional photographer Maile Wilson. I like the more purse-like look to these, and at $165, the price is not bad at all. I haven’t seen one in person, so I’m not sure how they carry, but they sure do look nice!
I heard about these bags on a photography forum, and I love the color of their Bluebelle style. Unfortunately they have been out of stock so I can’t try one out, but I’m guessing it’s their very reasonable price ($80) that keeps them flying off the shelves. They look about the right size for a small DSLR and lenses, but probably not the bag for my hefty 70-200mm.
These new bags are still only available for pre-order, but according to their website they will be shipping later this month. The price is a little steep ($250), but this fuchsia color sure is sweet. And they promise to fit my 70-200, so maybe something worth looking into!
Taking a look at these fabric bags on their website they say “The *emera tote is not meant to be a bag to carry all your gear on photo shoots. The *emera tote is designed for a DSLR a few lenses for when you’re running around town or vacationing and you don’t want to look like a tourist.” They are cute totes with a fun, urban style, but it does make me a little nervous to carry my gear with only a magnetic snap closure.
Designed by photographer Jessica Clare, these bags are designed for photographers to carry extra lenses while shooting. The changeable fabric sleeves make the bags great for those of us who like to change bags as often as outfits!
This company, which caters to scrapbookers, has a cute DSRL tote–funky in either “giraffe” or “zebra”.
Update 5/2010
Thanks everyone for the great comments. Wanted to add a few more to the list!
These pretty fabric bags are sold on Etsy, and from what I can tell are so popular that they are on a waitlist. And from the images, I can see why, they’re so unique and pretty. They run $165.
I like this site not only for the cute fabric bags (looks like there are a bunch of fabric options) but also because of the other accessories they have, like strap covers. The medium bags run around $75.
I like the colorful boat sail fabric that they use for these bags, and they look like they hold a good amount of equipment for a messenger-style bag. They are priced at $150 and offer free shipping, which is always a plus!
If you’re not into the leather or cotton print look, these bags are an unique, girly alternative. The modern look of these is really fun, and very different from the other options. They are from Finland, but their site says they are available from several retailers in the US. The Bon Ton carries one of the models online. As does Sears.
These bags were suggested by a blog reader, so I thought I would add in a link. Looks like they are out of Canada, and are still working a a website, so I’m linking to the blog. Looks like a fun and different style. And as of May 29, they are offering a discount code and contest to win a bag if you help spread the word about their product.
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I found this fabulous-looking emu at the zoo yesterday, and had to try some portraits.