Vera Bradley owners & fans...

Why do you like VB bags & accessories?

Is it the fabrics...the patterns VB uses?

Is it the fact that they're fabric and can be washed?

Is it because they're lightweight?

Is there anything you wish the bags had or didn't have?

Did you purposely go out and buy a VB bag or was it something stumbled upon and decided to buy?

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I have them from gifts. I would never spend that money myself on them because I could probably make them But I do use them b/c they are just pretty. I don't use mine as an everyday bag. I think they are cute for diaper bags or beach bags. A student in my class has one as a lunch box and it is so cute!

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Why do you like VB bags & accessories? I like the color combinations.

Is it the fabrics...the patterns VB uses? I love the fabrics. They complement each other and the overall look is one that shows attention to detail.

Is it the fact that they're fabric and can be washed?
I've never washed mine. Perhaps I should
Is it because they're lightweight? I love this feature. My winter bag is a Dooney and Bourke and it is really heavy on my shoulder.

Is there anything you wish the bags had or didn't have? No, I really like all of the things that they offer. There are so many styles it is difficult not to find at least one you like.

Did you purposely go out and buy a VB bag or was it something stumbled upon and decided to buy?
I kept seeing young women with them when I was working in NYC. I would especially see them in Penn Station during the summer (on Fridays) and they all looked so perfect and so when I was in a store that sold the bags I took a chance and bought one and now I am hooked and have five of them, I bought a bag and duffel for my mom and a small duffel for DD.

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I like the patterns and like that you can have your "own" pattern and accesorize. Mine is "New Hope" and I love that a percentage goes to breast cancer research.

My work bag is a VB messenger bag and it was lightweight and easy on my shoulders! It holds a ton and has held up very well. I also have a duffle and have the same raves about it.

I like that she comes out with new patterns twice a year yet the bags seem relatively timeless.

I did buy my first bag on purpose and kept adding to the collection, although my pattern has since been retired. I have also given them to my Mom and MIL for Mother's Day and they both seemed to like them.

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Why do you like VB bags & accessories?
I like how they are "different" looking then all the typical bags out there. I love that you can personalize your style based on color combos you love.

Is it the fabrics...the patterns VB uses?
I do like all the patterns & do base my purchase on that.

Is it the fact that they're fabric and can be washed?
The fact that it can be washed is a BIG plus for me. Usually the reason I get rid of "fabric" items is bc they get ruined over time. I have washed my bag at least twice & it still looks brand new

Is it because they're lightweight?
I love that the bag is lightweight. I use my VB bag for a "summer" bag & I can fit all my items in there & it still is light. Also I like that the material is truly breathable! It is a nice change of pace for me especially since my fall & winter bags are heavy!

Is there anything you wish the bags had or didn't have?
Honestly no...I think that VB has it all covered & that she is really covering a wide spectrum of an audience

Did you purposely go out and buy a VB bag or was it something stumbled upon and decided to buy?
My first bag was actually a gift for my birthday. One of my friends had one & I loved it but just never got around to buying it. I have purchased VB bags though for my BFF, mom, SIL & MIL. Everyone loves them & now they are constantly buying new pieces.

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I like the colors. I think some of the patterns are a nice way to add a little pop to your outfit.

I have 2 bags...

This color...

In this style bag (but a much smaller version)....



This color...

In this style bag & wallet...



And then I have this color in a cosmetics bag...

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I got this 50% off:



Great colors and perfect size for work and the pool.


I have the large duffel in a retired color that is perfect for travel. (Ming)




I also have an awesome limited edition handbag that I found in Mystic in 6 years ago and it looks brand new.

The reason I love VB besides durability is that it supports Breast Cancer research.

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I got this one as a gift:


It's ok. I won't say I'm a big fan...I like the size of it, I can fit lots of crap in it I need for my kids, like snacks and sippy cups Other than that, it definitely wouldn't be my first choice in bags. But I like how I can lug it around and not really care if it gets dirty

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I'm a fan- love some designs, hate others. I have maybe 4 bags.
I like them best in the summer. If it goes well with my outfit that's even better. I also like the lightweight, comfort, casual feel to them. I'll occasionally use my 'older' ones but if a new design comes out that I REALLY like, then I'm all over it.

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I am soooooo not a Vera Bradley type of girl - but when I was going away I wanted to find a good travel bag to fit all of my DS's stuff in.

I found this one - I have to say that I love the colors. In general, I'm not a flowery type of girl - but I LOVE this bag for vacations!

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I would LOVE to get a VB bag as a diaper bag - I love the fabric and shape of the bags - They're lightweight and roomy and washable and good qality -

I just wish they weren't so freakin ugly !! I have never seen a fabric pattern I like - I wish they'd make some simpler ones for us 'boring' people !!!

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Years ago I didn't like them b/c I thought they looked like diaper bags. Eventually I started to like the duffel bags. I think they're great for a weekend trip and they hold up very well. I'd also buy a VB diaper bag. I like that it's washable and it seems like a good size for a diaper bag.

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Why do you like VB bags & accessories?
I hnestly do like the patterns. There are some that I haven't been crazy about, but most of them I really like. I also think they have a great variety of accessories.

Is it the fact that they're fabric and can be washed? I love the washability. I have washed my diaper bag so many times, and my lighter summer bags get washed often also.

Is it because they're lightweight? It is a plus!

Is there anything you wish the bags had or didn't have? I wish they made the ipod case so that you could keep it plugged into the car adapter. Right now the design of it makes it so you can only plug the hedphones in, and I never use it that way.

Did you purposely go out and buy a VB bag or was it something stumbled upon and decided to buy? I was given a diaper bag and zip around wallet as a gift at my babyshower and have purchased many more bags since then. I probably have around 12 pieces now.

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Posted by Chatham-Chick

Why do you like VB bags & accessories?

By nature, I'm fairly practical. Bags are lightweight, washable and packable, durable, hold a lot of stuff, make great gifts for VB converts I've created (mom, MIL, SIL, BFF, my entire bridal party...).

I use a VB watch and carry a VB tote on the train to work every day. On vacations, I carry a VB mini-hipster bag.

Did you purposely go out and buy a VB bag or was it something stumbled upon and decided to buy?

Stumbled upon. My first one was a give-away at my former company's golf outing back in 1999 or so. It took me a while to start using it, but once I did, I was hooked...and got a lot of other people hooked as well. I've actually bought more bags as gifts for others than for myself. And, I've received a few as gifts, too.

I got an invite to a VB marketing panel earlier this year, but wasn't able to go.

I will admit, part of me liked them better back several years ago when they were harder to find in stores and not at all online, fewer patterns and fewer people carried them.

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Sort of OT, but I feel like I see tons of them in CT (I live on the NY/CT border and shop a lot in Danbury) but not so many when I am on LI/shopping in W'chester.

I have a few- I love my VB diaper bag because it's roomy. I loved my Skip Hop but it just didn't hold enough.

I love the patterns, and I have to say, for fabric, I find that they hold up really, really well. I have a tote from several years ago that I was always overstuffing with books and laptop. The top parts of the straps wore away, but it took a long time and the rest of the bag continued to look great.

I have never washed any of mine- I'm afraid. I put a bottle of water into my tote once, and it leaked, and the dye ran all over the place. The inner fabric will run when wet.

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I love them because there are so many different style bags, meaning big ones , little ones, etc. They have so many great pockets inside too. I love that they have matching accessories and the patterns are so much fun! I love seeing the new ones come out each season! Ps I think I'm addicted. If they weren't so expensive I think I'd have one in every style and almost every pattern!!

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I am a fan of VB duffle & travel bags b.c you can fit everything but kitchen sink in them, you can squish them in the overheads, and you can wash them