Ever since I lived in a really urban neighborhood, I’ve been sold on the benefits of messenger bags.  Unless you need to carry a ton of weight, or you’re planning on hiking, the messenger bag is a perfectly convenient choice for transporting your stuff.  You can throw it over your shoulder and everything you might need is accessible without the need to stop and set it down to search.

These Dakine Slimline Women’s Messenger Bags are an especially cute and affordable backpack alternative.  In general, Dakine makes great bags, but these are especially attractive with their more feminine colors and patterns.  The fact that you can get a whole Dakine messenger bag for less than the cost of a Coach wallet or wristlet is just a bonus.

Dakine Slimline Women’s Messenger Bag
Price: $26.99
Fashionable Dakine Slimline bag is a unique way to stay in style Chic messenger-style bag is made of durable canvas material Women’s fashion handbag is perfect for the fashionable woman on the go

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