Small Crossbody Bags

A small crossbody bag is a compact, hands-free bag accessory designed to carry your everyday essentials while keeping them organised and easy to access. Unlike a traditional backpack or shoulder bag, it is worn across the front of your body or on your back using an adjustable strap, making it a lightweight, practical bag for commuting, travelling, festivals and everyday errands.

A small crossbody bag should have enough room to fit the essentials without encouraging you to overpack. Depending on the size of the bag (The capacity of Healthy Back Bags and Nomii bags range from 1 litre up to 6 litres) small crossbody bags should comfortably fit:

- Your mobile phone
- A cardholder or compact wallet
- Keys
- Lip balm and some make up
- Headphones
- Sunglasses

The 6 litre ergomonic Small Bag has room for a few more personal items including a book, waterbottle, or tablet.

As our bags are made with multiple pockets, you can organise your personal items so they’re within handy reach - no more rummaging aimlessly in your bag for your keys or debit card!

Yes, small crossbody bags are ideal for everyday use when you want to carry your essentials without the bulk of a larger bag. Lightweight, stylish and comfortable to carry, small crossbody bags work well for travel and events, commuting, shopping, and dog walks, with an adjustable strap allowing you to position the bag to suit your preferred way of carrying.

Yes. Due to the lightweight design and adjustable strap, the crossbody positioning and internal pockets helps distribute the weight of your personal items evenly and reduces shoulder and back strain.

Yes, small crossbody bags are an excellent choice for travelling. As they’re compact, all your travel essentials sit close and secure to your body to reduce the risk of pick pockets. Our small crossbody bags are also made with durable, water-resistant materials, making them both practical and convenient for commuters (especially if you’re a cyclist) and people on the go.

Because the bag sits close to your body, it means the zips sit against you so your belongings are safe and only within reach to you - perfect for busy, bustling cities and crowded areas.

Most small crossbody bags qualify as personal items on airlines and can be worn while you’re relaxing in the airport and can be stored under the seat or overhead compartment. 

Always check your airline’s size guidelines before travelling.

A crossbody bag is worn diagonally across your body (either on your chest, back, or hip), providing better weight distribution of your personal items, more comfort and security. Whereas a shoulder bag hangs on one shoulder and may slip off more easily, especially when walking around.

Small crossbody bags can be worn in several comfortable and stylish ways, depending on your activity and personal preference. 

Tighten the strap to wear your bag across your back for all-day comfort and even weight distribution, or across your front for easy access and added security in busy environments. Adjusting the strap length allows the bag to sit higher on your body for a polished look or, extend the strap so the crossbody bag sits on the hip for a relaxed, casual style. 

Play around with the adjustable strap to find the most supportive and comfortable fit for your body and lifestyle!

Yes, our small crossbody bags are unisex and available in styles designed for both men and women. Our crossbody bags come in a range of colourful and classic designs, featuring minimalist, gender-neutral aesthetics suitable for everyday use.

Yes, our small crossbody bags are designed to be easy to clean and maintain. Many styles feature durable, lightweight fabrics which can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, while selected materials like textured nylon are machine washable for even more convenience.

Check out how to clean your crossbody bag. Always take extra care when cleaning a leather bag.

When choosing a small crossbody bag, look for an adjustable strap so you can wear it higher across the body for security in busy crowds, or wear it lower on your front or back for everyday use. Secure zip closures keep your belongings safe on the move, along with useful internal and external pockets to spread the weight of your belongings, while helping you stay organised and find things quickly.

A lightweight, durable water-resistant material is also worth considering, so the bag can handle daily wear without adding bulk. Finally, think about capacity: the best size depends on what you need to carry. A compact crossbody is ideal for your phone, cards and keys, keeping the bag light and comfortable against your body, while a larger crossbody bag can accommodate extras like clothing, or a laptop or Kindle. Just keep in mind that overpacking, even a small bag, can add unwanted weight and pull on your shoulder, so it's worth choosing a size that will carry your essentials only.

The size of the small crossbody bag you need depends on what you carry day to day. If you like to travel light, a compact 1.5 litre Baglett or sling bag is ideal — just enough room for your phone, cards, keys and a small water bottle, without adding too much extra weight on your joints. If you tend to carry a few more items, a 6 litre small bag gives you space for extras like sunglasses, headphones, a water bottle and a Kindle, while still carrying lighter and more compact than a regular backpack.

A good rule of thumb: choose the smallest size that comfortably fits your essentials. Overpacking, even a small bag, can add unwanted weight and pull on your back over the course of the day, so it's worth being honest about what you'll actually use rather than sizing up "just in case."

Yes. A small crossbody bag can be a useful travel companion when you want to keep essentials such as your phone, passport, wallet and travel documents secure to your body (away from pick pockets), and easy to access. Choose a size that gives you enough room to pack what you need without making the bag unnecessarily heavy. Our small crossbody bags are also made with durable, water-resistant materials, making them both practical and convenient for commuters (especially if you’re a cyclist) and people on the go.