I used to be all about cute little purses. Then the kids came and I dived into the world of diaper bags and oversized bags. Which is fine in itself, but in a realistic world, I was much better off with something with more pockets and features. You know, the practical side of me always had a need for something functional plus fabulous, marrying my need for style and fitting the bazillion things I carry with me each day.
I recently got a {hot} Kelly Moore Bag for review, and it’s become my favorite bag of all time. Rewind for a moment though and I’ll tell you the woman behind the company and what exactly is a ‘Kelly Moore bag’…
About three years ago, I started sketching and dreaming about having a handbag/lens bag line of my own. As a photographer and a woman, I was always left wanting more when it came to my options for a stylish, functional bag that I could use to carry my equipment while I photographed. I sat down and made a wish list of everything that I wanted in a great bag, and now 3 years later, I’m so excited that my wishlist has come to life!!
As you know, I am a Mom of 3 {hence carrying around ‘Mom stuff’ as well as an assortment of cameras and equipment}. I also regularly travel for my work here on My Organized Chaos. At these times I carry around a few cameras, lenses, laptop, cords and a whole lot more. In the past I always wrestled with both a camera bag and my laptop bag when traveling – inconvenient and a royal pain.
And that’s exactly why I chose the Libby bag to review from Kelly More Bags. Not only is it one beautiful and trendy photography bag, but it packs so much of that practical function which I had been seeking. The Libby bag arrived in a protective fabric bag, and each zipper and clasp was individually wrapped for protection as well. Attention to details on the bag are sure to impress; from the stamped leather pulls on the zippers to the decorative buckles and the name plate adorning the front of the bag. The leather, so rich in Sapphire color, is thick and sturdy. This speaks highly of the quality.
The outside of the Libby bag boasts three zippered pockets, and two side {non-zippered} pockets. These outside pockets are convenient for those items you need quickly such as keys, phone and cards. One of these zippered pockets is huge and covers the entire back side of the bag. It can fit documents and other paperwork that you want to store flat and safely {again, perfect for travelling or just ensuring they remain intact}.
The gem is definitely the design of the inside of the bag though. The adjustable seperators allow for customization of the space, fitting what YOU need it to. Also to note: the separators aren’t hard and rigid which make the spaces seem like a bookcase. Kelly Moore bags have wonderful separators that have that same silky material on the outside, but have a strong foam board inside. As well, the separators can be moved anywhere inside the bag, just not in designated spaces. When you peek inside the main compartment {or into any of the zippered pockets}, you will notice the contrasting color of the silky soft lining. Just a fine touch to make it all the more fabulous, right?
From professional to educational purposes, the Libby bag can hold camera equipment to a 17″ laptop. FYI – my bag usually looks like the example on the left {of the photo above}. In a matter of seconds though, I can take out most of the ‘Mom’ and add paper, wallet, business cards and more. Like I said before, I used to carry multiple bags or threw everything into an oversized and hoped that everything stayed safe. With my Kelly Moore Libby bag, I know everything is where it should be, and protected.
The top of the bag closes by way of zipper. But, it’s not one that squishes the bag sides together.
The Libby bag also has metal stands on the bottom, to keep the bag and the contents safe {and clean}.
It also has a removable messenger strap, for those that prefer the long strap. Plus, the included removable strap is padded for comfort.
One more thing … did I mention that Libby is just one fabulously hot looking bag?
Libby is priced at $249, and there are many other styles of bags to choose from at KellyMooreBag.com. Each one has great choices in color too. For me, choosing color was the hardest part!
**Deal Alert! You can save $15 when shopping if you use the code: MyChaos!
I’m so excited to be taking Libby with me to the BlogHer ’11 Conference in San Diego {leaving tomorrow!}. Watch for me, I’ll be the one with this beautiful bag. If you are going, make sure to check Libby out {I won’t take you for rude, most women take long glances in her direction.
I’m used to it}.
One My Organized Chaos reader is going to get their choice of ANY Kelly Moore bag!
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Oh, a mama can never have too many bags! THANKS for the chance!
ourbusylittlebunch(at)hotmail(dot)com
I would get the Libby bag. Because that’s my name, and that’s awesome. I’d get it in that wicked awesome orange colour!
I’d love to win the Kelly Boy Bag in Grey. I need a new business case/bag, and plus, this is the only bag for men on the site!
I’m so jealous. I’ve been salivating over a Kelly Moore bad for months. It’s the the Kelly Boy in yellow that had captured my interest. LOVE IT! have a great time at BlogHer. Travel safe and have fun.
I would get the Libby bag in Carmel. This bag is casual yet it has enough detail to give it character. Carmel color because it is warm and would go with most of my wardrobe.
I’d pick the “b-hobo bag, coral” because it’s a bold color and I love it!
I would choose the green b-hobo. Not too big or too small, so I could actually take it on days out. I love the pop of color, especially because I normally choose neutrals. Would LOVE to win one. Thanks for the great review.
I would choose the libby bag in Sapphire so I could carry all my camera gear and laptop and ipad all in one bag! I love that sapphire color.
OH I sooo dream of the Libby bag in black!!! I would hold it, squeeze it, hug it, kiss it….
nathania.a at gmail dot com
I really like the Mimi bag in Lavender! It’s not overly big so it will better suit my smaller frame. The lavender color is just so pretty!
Love the Mimi in lavender, but I really need the Libby too for all my gear. Or the classic in pink. Love KM!
I would choose the Libby too! I like black and lavender.
I’d pick the Juju Bag in Muted Teal and as for why? I love the color and Quite frankly, I approached her for a review on my blog and after a delayed flat ‘no’ I feel it would be the universe sending me justice if I should be lucky enough to win!
I would choose the Kelly Moore Classic Bag | Rich Fuchsia because its soooo gorgeous, I love how it has the different compartments! Maybe I will carry my camera more
I would choose the Libby in black because it can hold a 17″ laptop and I love my big laptop!
i would love the libby bag ln caramel soo nice , i loved alot of others too but that was my favorite as i love the color and style, it is big and has lots of outside pockets which i love for phones etc
staceyx at telus dot net
I love the Mini Bag in grey, I like the fact it’s a little more compact and holds just as much, love the style of it!
I love the Libby in Sapphire, but the Classic in Cranberry Croc is absolutely stunning. I’d probably go with the Libby though – love that it doesn’t have a top flap..
b-hobo bag in azure would be my choice.
Thanks!
b-hobo bag l grassy green – LOVE IT!!
I love the Libby Bag l in Sapphire but I wish it was in Fushia. The room it has is amazing. I carry so much stuff that I need organization. This bag looks like it might help me keep my act together.
I’d love to win this, I have twin boy toddlers and this would make things so much easier rather than always bringing my purse PLUS a diaper bag around with me!
I would take the Mimi bag in black. I don’t like my bags too big because the bigger the bag, the more you put in, and the heavier it gets. I also like the style.
I would choose the Juju bag in Walnut. It looks so soft and almost vintagey. Love it!
I would choose the Kelly Moore Classic Bag in Muted Teal because it’s not too big, not too small and I love the two pockets on the outside.
I am in LOVE with the Sapphire Libby bag! What a fantastic win this would be!! Thanks for the chance! I didn’t realize there was a perfect bag out there for an organized freak like me!
I have been drooling over Kelly Moore bags for quite a while now. And it looks like she’s added a few new designs to the collection…yay!! I’ve always loved the Boy Bag, but now my new favorite is the Juju in Walnut. I would choose that one because my husband often carries my lenses and equipment for me, and the Juju doesn’t look too ‘girly’.
Although, if I were lucky enough to win one, I think I would ALWAYS want to carry it myself!
Thanks for this amazing chance!
h4schaffer at gmail dot com
I would choose the Libby Bag l Caramel. I so love this bag and i need one with lots of room and this would be perfect!
reneetaylor at sympatico dot ca
Libby Bag in Black! mommy2rylie@ymail.com
I will choose the b-hobo bag in mustard. I love the style of it!!
giamunoz@hotmail.com
Love this giveaway!! I’ve been wanting one for months now! Thanks for the chance.
suzanneculp@gmail.com
LOVE these bags! what a great giveaway.
The Libby in Caramel would be my choice because its fantastically gorgeous and can hold everything a grandma needs!
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Mimi Bag in Lavender is my choice; I love purples and the bag is cute and suits
my style. My camera and accessories will fit nicely in this bag.
yourstrulee(at)sasktel(dot)net
cute bags! I am always looking for another that I will LOVE
I would pick the JUJU in muted teal- I like the libby, but like the color of the juju better
Thanks!
Nancy
schaeferclan(at)sbcglobal(dot)net
The Libby bag in black!
I would choose the B-Hobo Bag l Heather Grey. I like the look and the compartments in it. I think it would do great.
silverneon2000 at yahoo dot com
i would sooooo love the libby bag in grey, just beautiful and functional!
I like the Mimi Bag in Grey
I have always loved the B-Hobo bag
Beside the Libby Bag in Lavender. I love the Juju Bag l Walnut
I would choose “the classic” because it’s the perfect size for me (and my girls). I also like that I can wear it cross shoulder!
I love the Kelly Boy Bag in Mustard, because the messenger bag look is totally my style and it would be the most functional for me on photoshoots! I love the color too!
I would so get the Libby bag in saphire, just as you have. It would be great for now when my youngest is still in diapers, but I think it would transition into a fantastic work bag. And the color is to die for!!
I would pick the classic bag in fuchsia. I love the bright pop of color and it doesn’t look TOO big to carry around
I love Mimi Bag in Lavender. Just the right size for me and my style.
the Mimi in lavender…absolutely beautiful! it’s just the right size for me!
I would choose the Libby bag in black because I like the style and like the color black for bags.
I would go with the libby bag in caramel. I was going to go with the boy bag…. until I noticed that the libby bag actually does have an optional messenger style strap. Oh so perfect. I am in love.
OMG these are sweet nags…I adore the color of the one you chose, but would likely chose the Kelly Moore Classic Bag | Rich Fuchsia – I need a camera bag for my 2 kids 3 sporting events and this is pretty enough to get me to the field in style!!
I would chose the “Kelly Moore Classic Bag | Purple ” because:
1. It’s a great size…big enough to carry my camera gear, phone, wallet, but not too big for frequent use.
2. It zips open on the top with no annoying flap.
3. It has outside pockets.
4. It’s PURPLE!
someluckydog at gmail dot com
I would choose the JuJu bag in muted teal. I love the style and it would fit my DIL’s camera nicely.
lkish77123 at gmail dot com
I would choose the B-Hobo Bag in l Muted Teal as it is very stylish looking, but VERY practical for carrying everything you could ever need – and I do tend to carry a camera, extra batteries and a phone with me. I would love to have that space built in!
I would choose the B-Hobo Bag l Almost Black [back in stock early September] because it’s cute and black goes with everything.
I love the lavender Mimi bag!
Lisa_June at hotmail dot com
Been looking for a nice camera bag for some time…oh my goodness, these are fabulous! Really love the Kelly Boy Bag in brown.
I would chose the Juju Bag l Walnut, it`s huge and I love it!!
I like the B-Hobo Bag in Almost Black. Why? Because I think it would mold around my enlarged body. I had a hard time choosing one – I really wanted all of them. Wow! Awesome bags!
I like the classic bag in the purple colour that is coming out soon.
I would choose the Libby Bag – Black because I can use it as my diaper bags and hold a lot of baby stuff in there
I would probably choose the Mimi Bag l Black,it is classic,would match anything and very roomy!
ksceviour at hotmail dot com
i like the libby bag in orange..big enough to hold everything and a great fun color
nannypanpan at gmail.com
I would choose the Libby Bag l Black because it’s classic and would go with anything.
Oh I have been DREAMING about a Kelly Moore Camera Bag since I started my photography business! Thanks so much for the opportunity. My mind always changes, but right now I would choose the Libby Bag l Sapphire!!
The Libby Bag in Caramel would make a great everyday bag for me to carry everything I need for running errands and shopping.
My favourite colour and style is the Libby bag in caramel because it’s a nice neutral colour to go with all my outfits, and is nice and roomy.
The Libby bag in caramel would be great to carry all my camera equipment
I love the libby in sapphire
I’m going to cheat and pick two because it’s so hard to choose just one! The b-hobo (in heather or walnut) and the juju (in heather or walnut) are my favorites. But I think I’d get the b-hobo first!
Would love the Libby Bag grey. It would be great for my camera and things for my two kiddos.
I would choose the B-Hobo in Coral. I want this bag because I heart my one Kelly Moore I have already, but I’d love another for a different season!
I would love the Libby Bag in Caramel! I love that color and I need something that is big enough for me to carry my gear plus my laptop.
I always wanted a Sapphire bag, and the Libby bag is the
one. It looks so unique and stylish. Kelly Moore is so
creative in her making of her awesome bags.
great giveaway.
I would pick the Mimi in black. I think it would hold all of my current camera gear, with room for a couple more lenses. Plus it’s really cute!
I would choose the Classic in Grey. It is a perfect size to hold everything u need and then some without being too bulky. And so stylish too! Thanks for the chance, I love these bags!
Blondredhead at Mac dot com
I love the libby bag in blue because it’s stylish and my favorite color!!
I choose the Classic bag in Cranberry Croc. It looks so versatile and stylish.
I would choose the libby bag is sapphire (or grey; do i have to choose now?) because I just about shrieked when I saw the camera bag and the diapers in the bag at the same time: that’s just what I need!
I would choose the Kelly Boy Bag in Mustard. Love the sleek but roomy design!!
i’d choose Mimi in Lavender
I love the the classic in cranberry croc — it’s super traditional and classic but the colour really makes it pop! Perfect size and style for a mom on the go:)
I like the B-Hobo Bag in Azure the most as I love the shade and the large size of this bag.
I like the JUJU in Walnut, very stylish and it’s totally my style
I think I’d choose the Posey Bag in slate grey as it’s funky, functional and a great size for everyday use.
What fun, I’m a Libby fan too, have always wanted orange, but this sapphire is pretty hot too!
Libby lover here too! Not sure how to choose between those fabulous colors! If I win, I will have to choose
Love the Mimi Bag l Lavender because of the style and color.
I like the Libby in caramel or the Juju in walnut. The bags are nice neutral colours with lots of storage space. Thanks for the giveaway.
I love the Libby bag(Sapphire color) for all the room inside and the trendy look outside. I also love The Classic in fushia, purple or cranberry for it’s more compact size and fabulous colors. Man, would I have a hard time picking. Thanks for the awesome giveaway
I like the Libby Bag in Lavender. I just got my first DSLR camera, & this bag is so nice!
I would like the mimi in lavender because it is the perfect size and so cute.
ape2016(at)aol(dot)com
I’d choose the juju bag almost black because its more my style just the right size not to big not too small and i can fit everything i need and dont have to tote along a diaper bag with and still look stylish
I’d love a B-Hobo Bag in Grassy Green! Its classic and stylish all in one, and the colour is just amazing!
JuJu bag in Muted Teal, I love how different the colour is, I have nothing like it
Love the Libby too, maybe the lavender, but so hard to decide!!
I would choose the Boy Bag in grey. It’s roomy for all my gear and the distressed grey looks quite stylish.
oooh I would choose the Libby in Black, its THE perfect bag for gear and your laptop, plus its soooo gorgeous!
i would choose the Mimi Bag in Black because is simple and i love the style
thanks
flower_child_23(at)hotmail(dot)com
I LOVE the classic in Grey!
Wow it’s so hard to choose. I thinking Libby in black
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