How is this functionally different from a standard sweater or lingerie bag?
851757
To be quite honest there is NO real difference. What sells the teddy bear bag over a plain lingerie bag is the simple fact that your child will probably be more prone to hand over their prize possession to a designated teddy bear bag knowing that their friend will be safe in something designed especially for them. Good luck!
851758
it has no holes in the bag and seems to protect the contents especially well.
710277
Unfortunately no. That is only one of the short comings I feel this bag has. Although I thought this bag would be more in tune with what I was looking for, it fell well short. You may want to look at a "Domke". If I had an opportunity to see it prior to purchase, I would not have.
359203
Essentially, yes, it is the same idea. However, the large bag is bigger than a normal pillowcase and the zipper and fabric of the bag seem to be more durable than a pillowcase. I use this all the time and I have found it is especially handy when I wash delicate handmade blankets.
611007
I'm a guy and I have this bag...I've not gotten any comments about it looking like a purse. I think the shoulder pad and size clearly separates it from the purse category. It's far less purse like than in the photos. I also carry mine cross shoulder so it's even less like a purse and more comfortable to carry. I don't know that it can be mistaken for a purse any more than any bag that a man would carry, except for a briefcase or the large square traditional camera case, which in my opinion screams "snatch/steal me as you ride by on your bike!" My best advice is simply carry a brick in the slot next to the camera and if someone some dude says "nice purse" smack the crap out of them with the bag...the ensuing concussion should give him a good reason to think before he says anything similar in the future. Finally, since you won't be pairing it with high heels, I really think you'll be fine. :-) Of course I'm teasing you a bit, but seriously, I wondered the same thing but now think it's fine and not very purse-like in person.
609550
Its main purpose is to be worn on your back but its designed to quickly be acceded by rotating it to your chest with out needing to take it off. Hope that helps! Over all its a great bag
423322
I would say it can be used by both genders. It's roomy and has a lot of compartments.
2019875
I'm not quite sure but I believe the difference is minimal and depends on the case. This stashback is convenient and slim. I bought this for my mom about a year or so ago and she hasn't taken it off since. She keeps her licence and important credit cards with her always. She's dropped the phone several times and the case has held up. The depth is so unnoticeable that it doesn't create a discomfort. It looks as if it's a plain old regular phone case.
258136
it's really a laptop briefcase rather than a travelling bag. I guess if you limit yourself to an extra shirt and set of unmentionables and your toiletries are fairly minimal it would work fine. if you need a second biz suit, you're probably out of luck.
306405
It's more rectangular. The specific head cushion may make someone think that it's more of a mummy style, but I found it to be a regular bag.
648524
Yes, it is! Works well for keeping things either warm or cold. This bag really is great. It has so many ways to carry/use it! I just love mine :)
1892078
I don't think there is any difference. I didn't need the tote so would guess it's the same otherwise. Love it!
465114
No, it's square and has a short handle that may be used to prevent the purse look. It's very boxy, not at all like a purse.
967101
Yes, absolutely. The compartment up against the handle is clearly intended for a change of clothing. I've put a bit of padding at the bottom and it holds a laptop, power cord and mouse. It's not padded or designed for this purpose, but for how I utilize the bag, with a larger size laptop that won't move around much, I find it to be fine. This compartment is separate from the intended computer compartment. By the way, I'm extremely happy with this purchase.
1591238
If fits in a bag - not a purse. I use it (though it is heavy) (and bag´s big!)
611005
My guy friend had this bag before I bought it. It doesn't look like a purse more like a messenger bag type. My boyfriend carries the bag when I am not and it looks fine, again not purse like.
27046
I would say the shoulder strap is a bit short and the over all size a bit small for my likings. The bag is more geared to keeping with you in a back pack or handbag as a shopping sack. I used it during our trip to the UK to carry groceries from the market, spare shoes etc.Etc.
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Hi Jim, I own the bag and I can attest to it's comfort. The bag has padding around the majority of the strap and it sits nicely one shoulder and through the chest area. I have uploaded pictures of me wearing the product to help you get a better idea of what it looks like. They are located in the customer uploaded photos section of the review but I have also put the photos up on my Flickr account (TarahS16). I am happy with the bag, I wore it all day at an outdoor art festival and I didn't get sore or have any tender spots when I got home that night. This bag is also the perfect size for a woman because its not too big. It won't overpower a small frame.