How Purse Thieves Work & How to Protect your Bag

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One of our biggest goals with creating the Anti-Theft Waterproof Crossbody was to help women travel with the peace of mind that their belongings are kept safe, whether that's halfway across the world, or just riding the subway in your city.
Unfortunately, there are people out there who will target purses, steal belongings and information.
We believe that a huge part of staying safe is being a smart, well-informed traveler, and taking the steps to ensure that you aren't an easy target. Here are some common ways that purse thieves work, and how to protect your belongings.
Do you have any more tips on how to stay safe and protect your belongings? I would love to hear from you, let us know in the comments below.
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@alicevtanjoco6244 Год назад

I do not remove my cross body bag even when eating, it stays on my lap. My lock is a pair of medium size safety pins over the closed zipper. When walking, my bag is always in front of my chest. My small wallet is attached to the inside of my bag by a 12 inch cord. Been traveling for 30 years and so far so good.

@bun04y Год назад

I've been purchasing purses that have a built in wallet. My last two purses have been Travelon anti-theft cross body bags. I too just keep my bag on me when eating (keeps me from forgetting it!) I also keep my bag on me when grocery shopping. I don't actually travel a lot, but I did notice when I was in Europe that there was someone who was "checking us out" so I mentioned to our group (we were waiting for the rest of us to show up) that we should move out from the alley we were in to a more open area. I also mentioned that we needed to be more aware. The guy who was "checking us out" moved on.

@kenyaruiz7601 Год назад

Thanks for tips

@ladylibertywdc8324 Год назад

Cool!

@RUT812 Год назад

I like that idea!

@mrvolcada5355 9 месяцев назад

Nice one

@blacksorrento4719 Год назад

I travelled throughout Europe with a soft leather backpack type handbag. Lots of compartments. I invariably wore it to the front. My arms were free, if I was in a crowded space I walked hugging it. Essentially I was saying pickpocket someone else. I didn’t care how I looked. May I just say, beware of children playing and running around you. Also many pickpockets are debonair well dressed gents, not whom you would expect to be ready to fleece you. Be very aware of everyone…….

@ginger1549 Год назад

I've lived in London and , yes, what appear to be cute little kids are very adept thieves.And they run faster than you can imagine so you can't catch them.

@lzrd8460 Год назад

I live in Greece and there are groups of young, well dressed, attractive Bulgarian women who work in threes to distract men with their flirting while the other one pickpockets the target.

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

In my early 20s a long time ago, I had a middle-aged woman walking a small dog, whom I'd stopped my car to ask for directions from in the middle of nowhere in Scotland distract me by pointing ahead (to the middle of nowhere) in order to swipe my cute little green leather purse with my week's pay in cash inside. I only noticed when I'd stopped at a petrol station with an actual attendant and went to pay. They were lovely and let me forward the money afterwards, but there's a place in H.ll for her and she's likely already there. Decades later, I was in M&S in a shopping mall in Greenock and was distracted by a tall, dark, good looking, very well dressed, polite man who asked my opinion on flowers (Mother's Day that weekend). Fortunately, thanks to my previous experience, I immediately turned back to see a similar man heading directly for my trolley and my bag. The look of shock on his face was a picture and he veered off sharply. I reported it to security. Some time later in an M&S in Glasgow I saw an elderly lady put her open handbag down on the floor and turn away to look at something. I just had to go straight up and warn her what had happened to me. I hope it meant she was careful in future. I now use a small, leather backpack carried on my front in many places and I will hook the handles of handbags around my ankles if I have to put them on the floor, keeping them to the front, under the table. I also split cards and cash and keep some hidden. My purse is on a chain, etc, etc. As things get tougher out there, there will be more and more desperate people willing to take risks. Be careful out there and not just the women. Men are pick-pocketed too. I also just remembered sitting in the passenger seat of my (then) boyfriend's car, waiting for him to come out of a shop, when another guy opened my door and reached towards my bag on the floor at my feet. Just at that point my boyfriend opened the driver's door and got in as the other guy closed the door and walked off. Little did he know that my boyfriend was a multiple Dan black belt in a martial art, was super fit and could move like the wind. If the thief had stolen my bag, he wouldn't have gotten far. I always keep my car doors locked, my bag to my left (driving), over my arm and wedged between me and the locked door or looped around my legs (passenger). Even if the windows are open, they're only open a tiny bit. That incident was on the South Side of Glasgow. These opportunists are everywhere.

@blacksorrento4719 Год назад

@@ameliagfawkes512 hello Amelia, you talk from experience and use the same tactics I do, if my bag has to go on the floor it is most definitely looped around my feet or the chair leg. Distraction is their modus operandi. Like you I am covering my bases, in effect saying pick someone else. It is sad that we have to do this, but to them it’s just a job.

@Lyn4817 Год назад

I have been using anti theft bags since 2015 and as I have gotten older. Always split your money up and carry some close to your body, under your clothing. Leave your passport in your room fe or hotel safe. Carry a photocopy with you or photograph copy on your phone. Also invest in an RFID Purse or Wallet to ensure your credit cards can't be read by a skimmer close by. Duplicating your cards information.

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

I use an RFID purse, but you can also have the contactless facility deactivated just by going into your branch. They can do it immediately for debit cards and they'll send you a new one with the symbol removed. I haven't been able to get them to do it for credit cards, which I cannot comprehend. Use cash, but if you do use a card, cover the touch pad just in case someone targets you later for your card when they already have your PIN. I think contactless is an appalling development in banking and doing online banking with a mobile is just asking for trouble.

@allykatharvey Год назад

I was pushed off balance by a couple of youths when getting on the Tube and one slid his hand into the magnetic closure of my bag and got my wallet. The police eventually returned the empty wallet to me which was found discarded. Luckily, I had very little money and no cards in it. I was eight months pregnant at the time. They look for vulnerable people. Never had a bag with a magnetic closure since!

@lovelovepopmusic1979 Год назад

That is terrible. Thieves really have no morals.

@chiranjeevipusapati6889 Год назад

One more method the pickpocketers apply is when you relax while getting down from a bus or train. Because we are cautious and careful while we are in the vehicles. While getting down we are relaxed and our mind is on our next task or destination. This is how I lost my wallet once.

@janiekcarney5482 Год назад

I have my travel pouch under my clothes and $50 in a zippered pocket on my vest where I can reach it without opening any other space.

@maybee... Год назад

This is great advice, I keep a handfull of small bills handy for tipping, in the event it gets stolen it hasn't ruined my entire trip. I never carry a purse. KEEP ANYTHING IN BAGS THAT CAN BE REPLACED. NO VALUABLES. CARRY A SMALL CARRY ON WITH UNDERWEAR, TOOTHBRUSH, CHANGE OF CLOTHES. The best trip I ever took was one where I had only minimal possessions and bought what I needed when I got there, when I was done I packed everything into a box and shipped it home via USPS. I.E. dirty laundry. Travel light whenever possible.

@vivian9803 Год назад

UGH! I'm never leaving the house again... 😆

@newgabe09 Год назад

I've traveled a lot. My best ever travel investment is a sleeveless travel vest. Lightweight, with multiple zipped/firm press stud closed pockets- some outside for easy access to tickets, pen, a small bit of cash or one card- with more inside for keeping valuables 'Ill need during the day- spare cash for the day, phone etc. Serious valuables such as passports and most money/cards I wear inside my underwear in a 'passport belt' of course. Cross front bag is just for 'lose-able items such as water bottle, tissues or similar. So someone has to undress me to get at the 'real stuff'.

@suebotchie4167 Год назад

Staying close to home as much as possible, because reprobates are everywhere, and simply - if at all possible - don't want to be within 20 feet of the rotters. Have nothing but contempt for thieves.

@FR-tb7xh Год назад

I have a couple more! Consider reinforcing clasp-style connections with cable ties, if you’re not planning on detaching them. The ties come in common colors, so needn’t be too conspicuous. Too, carry a few extra ties, just as spares. As to carrying cash or cards, nothing beats a well-foundationed bosom!

@gerryxanthopoulou1279 Год назад

My mum in law always carried her small wallet and keys in her very well endowed bosom😅

@kH-bv8ix Год назад

Mine detached in Switzerland.

@Star-Boarder Год назад

In Europe, I use a small traveling crossbody that I keep under my jacket or coat. Your purse is nice and tips are good.

@ginger1549 Год назад

YES a very good idea to keep your purse under your coat if your wearing a coat.

@mariekatherine5238 Год назад

Dip and lift failure! I was wearing a mini backpack as a purse. I went inside a very tiny, packed 99c store in NYC. The main part of the bag was secure with a zipper, drawstring, and a slide latch. I had it slung over one shoulder with the straps across my upper body. On the outside of the bag were two compartments, one meant for an old style flip phone and the other, I guess, for possibly a snack or juice box, or wallet. Both closed with a magnetic flap under a fake snap. I didn’t use them except for maybe pens and a small writing pad, which is what I had in them that day. As I stepped sideways to round a tight corner, I felt my bag pulling, and looked back to see a petite woman with her hand inside the notebook sized section. Before I could say or do anything, the two of us were pushed from behind by a rude shopper trying to force her way out of the aisle. The result was the two of us getting shoved forward into a display rack of sunglasses. I lunged forward to attempt to catch the rack with the effect that the woman, still trying to get away, swung sideways past me and fell, her hand still stuck in my bag, onto the rack, toppling it, myself, and yet another woman onto the rack on the floor. The manager, a man of maybe 50, pushed his way over and in broken English and Mandarin, cleared an area. Upon righting ourselves, I managed to untie the straps of my backpack in which the woman’s hand was still inserted. The inside of the compartment was poorly finished and had all sorts of nylon threads in a loop along the bottom inside. She’d gotten her fingers tangled in them and when I first attempted to move out of the aisle, had pulled her with me! The manager was no fool and it seemed he figured out immediately how he happened to have three women on top of a downed display rack in his store. The last woman to fall, wrong place at wrong time, looked at us in disgust, yelled some choice words in Chinese at the manager and hastily departed. The would-be pick-pocket lady was last to stand up, her hand still in the compartment. I accused her of trying to steal from me, to which she responded by by fake crying that her shoulder was injured, and she was trying to save me from falling! She demanded I let go of my bag, something I refused to do. She had inserted her hand while the bag was attached to my person; she could extract it in the same manner. She upper the hysterics and screamed as if I was murdering her, that I pulling her arm out of its socket. By this time, another worker had called 911. I told her to stop the shenanigans and hold still. I’d get her hand out. She was obviously holding on to the nylon threads so it looked like her hand was truly stuck. When the NYPD officers came in, they threw everyone not involved out of the store and the woman began screaming about her dislocated shoulder and she wants an ambulance, me arrested for assault, for false accusation, the manager for being in cahoots with me, of setting her up for vandalism and destruction of merchandise….It was so ridiculous, I felt like laughing in her face, removing my valuables and just giving her the bag since she insisted upon not letting go of it. Apparently, the pick-pocket was well-known to both police and area store workers. When a cop ordered her to let go of the bag, her hand came right out and they put her in cuffs and took her out. I had to give a report as did the manager. No, I was not injured and did not want medical assistance, the manager, nether, or the woman who fell onto the sunglass display. Did I wish to press charges? For what? The fall was not assault and battery. Attempted one-handed robbery and trespassing? I told the manager I’d press charges if he’d like me to, but all I really wanted was to get the subway and go home! I was sorry about the sunglasses and did try to avoid toppling the rack! I gave the cops my info and I departed, this time with my bag beneath my coat. It’s too bad you can’t charge a person with multiple counts of stupidity!

@SuperKathio Год назад

This was a good read. I'm sorry for your trauma. Sadly a sign of the times that may increase with all the border people invading us. This gives shelter in place a new perspective.

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

It was, at the very least, attempted theft and, by touching you and/or your property, a variation of assault. Causing you to fall would also have been a charge of battery or similar. I would have pressed charges. Since she's likely not been punished for her regular crimes as much as she should have been, she's likely out there cause merry mayhem to other folks' lives. I have to say that the third lady who pushed both of you was also guilty of assault, but at least her actions ultimately alerted you to the robbery in progress.

@shortii12341 5 лет назад

This is why when we go to Rome and I have my purse and we sit down to eat I'll set my purse on the table between my father and I so we both have an eye on it. And I'll also attach it to the table. :)

@karengrohs4942 Год назад

Very interesting and helpful. I am amazed at how many people I see who plop their bags in the grocery cart. I know one person who had her bag stolen that way.

@pjj.5649 Год назад

Absolutely. I have seen so many women put their purse in a grocery cat and walk down the aisle looking for an item. Say what??? I used to say something, now I don't, if someone is so careless and stupid to do that, let the chips fall where they may.

@karenvonbargen4472 Год назад

I use a Travelon bag and clip it to the cart if I have to put it in the cart. I saw an old lady get robbed of her SS money at Walmart and I’m trying to not have it happen to me

@mserf8132 Год назад

Someone stole things out of my ‘carry on’ when I was on an airplane and had my bag under my seat. So sad!

@someone3187 Год назад

OMG

@tianiemitchell5692 Год назад

Thieves usually work in pairs so if anyone distract you on vacation always put your purse in front of you but make sure it's held firmly so the person is asking a question doesn't suddenly grab it

@cruisecrazy7066 Год назад

Does anyone put a loaded mouse trap in their purse? SNAP ! OUCH !!!

@kh3612 Год назад

I was just envisioning that very thing! 😂😂😂☮️

@heard3879 Год назад

I'm sure it would snap within a few minutes of being carried around unless the bag were more of a solid BOX

@QueenOfHeartsx 5 лет назад

i've watched so many anti theft bag reviews, so many travel tips to prevent theft/pickpocketing - this is definitely the best! and the bag is actually really nice looking and stylish as well as having that useful features. it's a very steep price for me but i'm still considering it, i think it would be a great investment. thank you for this video!

@allysonberry8708 6 лет назад

This was one of the most well-made videos regarding purse theft and travel I've watched. These bags are very stylish looking and don't look as much like travel secure bags as others on the market. Thanks. Great job and I'll be checking into these before my next trip!.

@ArdenCove 6 лет назад

Thanks so much Allyson!

@victoriaaletaaustria2817 Год назад

Best is to have a money belt inside one's clothes for passport, airtickets, money, credit cards. And for outside bag for camera, etc. do it crisscrossed, in front of you holding on to it.

@maybee... Год назад

This is the best advice, I hope people will protect themselves and buy what really works.

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

Hidden pockets, etc. Even "bum bags" are targeted by thieves. Make sure they're well hidden. Split valuables up, so, if something's taken, it's not the end of the world.

@kristinl.7063 5 лет назад

Awesome video! Thanks for the information. I also love the reasonable size for the purse. Great job!

@J3nnycat Год назад

This is a fear I have walking down my own street. People are getting attacked and robbed. I’m not allowed to carry any self defence weapons on me, so I’m definitely going to take these tips seriously.

@ArdenCove Год назад

Hope you feel more empowered knowing these tips

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

I think this is a massive problem we have in the UK - that the Government virtually criminalises self-defence, especially with weapons. The Police are too busy searching for word crimes and promoting woke agendas than in actually detecting real crimes. I would love to see a reversal of some of our laws, particularly with the deliberate influx of illegal immigrants, many of whom are attacking the Brits even though they've been given more benefits and rights than those Brits. It's appalling.

@Loong97 4 года назад

Great video, a lot of information to digest. Thanks!

@Chloe-wt1bw Год назад

I've just bought a designer handbag you point out really good pointers but my favourite one was rapping the shoulder handle around the chair while sitting and I am eventually going to get a slash resistance strap thank you loads and have a really nice life darling 💕🤩✌️🌻

@ArdenCove Год назад

Thanks for sharing!!

@tomjones715 2 года назад

Nice video with some useful good tips. Tip no 6: Wear you're bag across the body then wear a Coat /Jacket or Zip up Hoodie over the top, Job done out of sight out of mind. I've also seen shoulder slung bags which are designed to be worn close to the body but are still stylish functional and compact at the same time.

@ArdenCove 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing!

@deborahconkle6822 4 года назад

This was a really informative video. It brought up a really good range of scenarios to be aware of!

@ArdenCove 4 года назад

I'm glad it was helpful to you, Deborah! Safe & Happy Travels!

@CC-kr3mr Год назад

This is wonderful advice one thing that I do if I’m at a restaurant or airport (any crowded place where I’m sitting down) is that I zip my purse closed and then I take the arm strap and wrap it around my ankle and clip it back on to the bag so that if someone were to try and grab the purse, it will be around my ankle.

@pjj.5649 Год назад

A really good video, very helpful, useful. Thank you for the education and knowledge. Thank you so much!!!

@sweetypatnett6123 Год назад

Thanks for sharing this video and helpful tips. I'm making a mental note. 😊

@holistic7980 3 года назад

You can have things stolen in your own country right. I caught a two people trying to steal from my bag locally. When abroad we think different and are more aware.

@ArdenCove 3 года назад

I'm sorry to hear that happened to you!

@youngyhasard3219 Год назад

Moi j ai été repéré par un jeune. J ai vue son comportement. Changer de rue

@rochellewillox8007 Год назад

Thank you for providing this info for women and great bag.

@Joelswinger34 Год назад

Thank you! Nice video and I like that purse! I always have my arm or hand through the strap or handles of my bag. I don't want someone grabbing it and running away!

@OTseven Год назад

Perfect. I've been traveling for work for 35 years. I've bever seen this bag nor one like it. Thanks. I'd like a vid that demos this Bag and all it's features.

@Jade-sc7ne Год назад

I am now in my early 60s and have been robbed twice, once in Thailand with my bag slashed, and once in Venice where my wallet was taken out of my bag.

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

It leaves a very bad taste. Much sympathy. The worst thing about been robbed is how it changes you afterwards. It's incomprehensible to law-abiding people who just would not do that to others.

@piamadison5539 4 года назад

Really useful. Thank you.

@flynnmalin3036 2 года назад

Thank for these suggestions. I have NEVER like handbags, that do not fully zip. Also zippers HAVE to be fully sewn shut.

@ArdenCove 2 года назад

So true!

@maryfilipinalifeinitaly588 2 года назад

HI, WATCHING FROM ITALY..WHAT A WONDERFUL VIDEO.THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS VERY USEFUL TIPS VIDEO!

@Cyrilmc222004 Год назад

Thank you so much I really really found this helpful and useful too

@amylynn732 Год назад

Thank you for all the great tips!

@creswhiteside3749 Год назад

Very informative ! Thank you !

@nora4981 3 года назад

This is why I love my Gabrielle backpack for travel. It’s a drawstring with chain straps which can close securely. And I can cover the CC sign with a twilly...

@ArdenCove 3 года назад

That's great you have a bag that works well for you!

@lzrd8460 Год назад

In Bulgaria the thieves simply cut the bag from the bottom and pull out what they want. It happened to a friend I was traveling with and if not for a man who saw the gypsy at work, she would have lost everything.

@pamspencer5733 Год назад

Florence & Rome as well! You don't even feel a thing, at least I didn't 🤨

@bunnyrose3389 3 года назад

And if you have a backpack when ur on a bus or anywhere that's crowded put you backpack in front of you

@ArdenCove 3 года назад

Great tips!

@RiverDanube Год назад

'Slashing the bag' was new to me, thanks. Can I suggest that if you are in a restaurant you can place your bag between your feet, having it touch you but also, placing the strap under one of your legs.

@karenvonbargen4472 Год назад

They crawl under the tables in Rome to get the stuff out of your bag even if it’s between your feet.

@marshaflorom3641 Год назад

Ladies who travel should be aware theft happens! Thank you for the info!!!

@donnalindakelley3402 Год назад

My elderly aunt went to a bank and cashed her social security check. She was in her 60's. She had a simple purse with a strap she put over her shoulder. She put the cash from her social security check in her purse. And left the bank. She wasn't looking behind her as she exited the bank when a young man came up behind her and shoved her hard, knocking her down to the sidewalk, and running off with her purse. She told me that if she had a cross body bag she would have been hurt a lot worse because he was young and strong and would have dragged her on the ground to get that purse. He was probably a drug addict wanting enough cash to get his "fix". So knowing that, I don't carry large amounts of cash in my purse. EVER. I keep my keys in my pocket, not my purse. I keep my cell phone in my pocket too. You can buy a belt with a slit in it to keep your cash in. I figure if someone gets my credit card I have a photo copy of it at home in a file, so I can call my credit card company ASAP and cancel the card and have the bank card company issue me a new number the crook can't use. I do not....I DO NOT USE A CROSS OVER PURSE. If someone wants my purse that bad they will hurt me or even kill me to get it. If you're a small person, or elderly, and a thief wants your purse, best to just give it to the jerk. If they have a razor blade to slash your purse, they will use on you too. My advice....don't carry lots of cash in a purse. Be smart....let the thief have your purse in a confrontation. Don't fight him for it. He might have a knife. He might have a gun. He might hurt you or kill you. Your life is worth more than what ever you carry in your purse. Cross over bags only work with good thieves who don't want to hurt you to get your money. Most people stealing other people's purses are desperate. And they will do anything to get the money they are after.

@youngyhasard3219 Год назад

Ne pas trop décapeur ces morveux

@lovelovepopmusic1979 Год назад

Very good points and suggestions.

@ellensc-hawley3720 Год назад

excellent video...thank you

@adrenkhahn3490 Год назад

One word…..PACSAFE!!! Great line of anti-theft bags!

@carollewis3912 Год назад

I have 2 backpacks made by Pacsafe and 2 purses by Travelon. We went to Rome with these bags. I used a lot of You Tube tips. Close your zippers. Use the locks provided. My son uses a wheelchair. I locked the bags onto the back of his chair. The chair and him were on one side of the bags and I was on the other. We didn't have anything stolen from us.

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

@@carollewis3912 We were in Rome quite a few years ago and my daughter's silver necklace she'd received as a gift and hadn't yet worn was stolen from it's box and replaced with a tiny hand-wash bottle - half-full. It was the only piece of jewellery we didn't put in the safe and left in her suitcase (if only I'd known!). We didn't notice until we got home. The hotel was one of those quaint city hotels right in the centre and I'd previously been commiserating with one of the male members of staff who'd "confided" in me that workers in Rome could not afford to buy property or even rent a place by themselves. I was less sympathetic when I realised they'd stolen from us, even though it wasn't a massively expensive item, because my (then) young daughter was very upset. It's the only time we've ever had our stuff pilfered on holiday. To counter that, we had a lovely meal in Barcelona about 10 years ago and accidentally left my daughter's bag behind (with a fair bit of money, etc) when she'd gone to the loo. We raced back and they'd kept it for us, knowing we'd come back for it. Everything was there. Large cities are terrible for theft, but it's the sneaky stuff that hurts more (we'd left them large tips in the hotel room, which was barely big enough to swing a cat, in Rome!!!)

@aisumelef211 Год назад

@@ameliagfawkes512 My uncle (he passed away in 2021) got pickpocketed in Rome. He had to wait for Monday to apply for a passport as the theft happened on a weekend. He was en route to a Holy Land tour so, he missed his flight. He had US $1000 cash in his wallet that was stolen. In general, it's always advised to leave your precious jewelry behind at home. A pilot commented in another RU-vid channel that his crew members were shot in the South American country that they were in before their next flight. I don't know which country it was. Maybe Argentina or Venezuela. He said better get robbed than get shot there because they will shoot to steal from you. After the pandemic, people are desperate so, the stealing will only increase everywhere. Tourists are not as plentiful as before so, they are seen as having the means to travel and have the money to spend. I made sure I was wearing pants and blazer when I was traveling around Italy. The other tourists in my group going to the Vatican were in shorts and sandal-slippers. Even when I go to the grocery here in Toronto, Ontario, I always wear a long sleeve blouse with a collar or anything long sleeve. I don't like being disrespected or considered easy target with all the stabbing and shooting going on around the city. So many young girls are exposing their skin unnecessarily and just giving off the impression of being naive. It's okay to be that way in a neighborhood that has trustworthy people who know you but, never in any society that's gone crazy or in a foreign country. Better be safe than be sorry. Nowadays, even airlines don't want to pay for lost, delayed or damaged baggage without proof of contents receipts/value. The risk will always be on the travellers so, taking all precautions is in our best interest. Japan, Korea and the Philippines were my last visits. The first two were fine. I already knew how things worked in the Philippines Just the same, I still wore long sleeve blouses with collars because again, I want to be respected when I want service. In general, Asians do mind personal appearance so, I was mindful of being dressed modestly without broadcasting I'm a tourist. Otherwise, I could have been followed and robbed after changing currency locally. Goodluck in your next travels!

@SandraAnnEvans Год назад

THANK YOU FOR THE WONDERFULLY INFORMATIVE VIDEO ON A WORSENING LAWLESS WORLD!

@gaila.8830 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing your tips 😄

@ArdenCove 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@lucyalderman422 Год назад

If your in a cafe put the purse strap around your legs and hold the purse between your feet

@ArdenCove Год назад

Definitely!

@clairvoyant2010 Год назад

Good practical tips

@LeahHaar Год назад

I wish I saw this video before I moved to Central America where I got robbed 6 times in 6 different ways. 😳

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

Oh, dear Lord! You poor thing. As a victim of three house-breakings (two within two weeks) and some opportunist theft, I do empathise.

@jazziered142 Год назад

This is why I carry a clutch with the strap, I have the strap around my wrist and the clutch in my hand over the zipper. This also means I'm not carrying a lot of excess.

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

I, personally, would not do that. There are motorcycle thieves out there. They'll snatch your clutch and not care if they take you with it. The chances it happening are slim, but, if it does, the chances of you getting very badly hurt are high. At the very least don't walk at the edge of the pavement with your clutch on the road side. Be careful. xx

@kennyaguerrero8636 Год назад

It is horrible... I just came back from my first Europe trip and I got rob. They took my wallet with all my cash and credit card and I didn't even realize it,till I need to pay for and ice cream for my daughter. This happened in Venice. I think my purse was open. 😢😢😢

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

I'm so sorry. Europe is now awash with criminality - much more now they're letting millions of undocumented who knows who from God knows what kinds of society into our countries to wreak havoc and asset strip our nations (all deliberate, of course). It's not much better in the US, etc. The Cabal has decided that we, "Vill own nuzzing und ve vill be happy (or else)" when they've effected they're Ordo ab Chao campaign and Built Back Better (for them). We're really stuffed unless we stop them. Petty theft has always been a problem, but it's on steroids now and it's not so petty anymore.

@jamiejohnson4946 6 лет назад

Great advice! Nothing worse than having your whole life stolen...Least that's what I keep in MY purse lol! Thank you for the tips! xoxoJJ

@SirenaSpades Год назад

Why are you carrying your whole life? Only carry the bare necessities. Passport, the money needed for that day only, camera. Not your actual purse.

@franbrochu4844 Год назад

Thank you ❤

@chiranjeevipusapati6889 Год назад

Thank you

@seriouslyreally5413 Год назад

If I'm commuting or in a crowd I carry ID, money, credit cards and passport/docs in a zippered body pouch under my clothes between a undershirt and top. If I have to carry a purse I have a leather travel purse that has a wider strap that goes across body hanging elbow length so its more in front/under my arm and has an inner zippered pocket as well as a zippered top. The ID, money and cards go in the inner zipper pocket. (More layers to have to go through) In restaurants and cafes I drop the strap behind my back to my waist and the purse sits across my lap under my napkin.

@owlknickerknots2607 5 лет назад

My bag is slash proof it can’t be cut it’s made out of a special material!

@lostxoxdreamer 7 лет назад

I love the concept of these new crossbody bags but I'm curious as to how much can fit in each one and the compartments that each bag has. It would be great if you could do a what's in my bag or size comparisons with both crossbody bags. 😬👍

@ArdenCove 7 лет назад

You read my mind! I have a video coming up that will give you a better look inside & what can fit in them :)

@lostxoxdreamer 7 лет назад

Arden Cove Awesome! Looking forward to it :)

@ArdenCove 7 лет назад

If you haven't seen it yet, here is a "what's in my bag" for the Full sized crossbody: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-y39eae9FkUk.html More to come! :)

@shellyjay8954 Год назад

Carry minimal items.

@SnowyCountryChicken Год назад

I have turned my old handbags to crossbody bags by putting straps on. if I have a open bag that has no zippers, I'll try to wear it underneath a coat or a jacket. The other thing I'll do is attach a lanyard wallet to a strap so it is hard for a thief to just grab something out of a bag.

@helend222 Год назад

An expensive bag, worn jewellery and an appearance of wealth raises the risk of mugging. Wear a cheapish bag across body. Never take it off in public places. Wear a jacket over the crossbody. Wear a backpack on the front, not the back.

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

It's actually more comfortable to wear a backpack, at least a small one, on the front and you can get access much more easily.

@MilesHarrisAustralia Год назад

Excellent video - forget using the link - we can't find the bag mentioned anywhere

@DiannaAtherton Год назад

My friend wears her crossbody with the purse strap running through her jeans belt loop then attach to her purse. The bag always stays close to her body

@observer8736 Год назад

I don't take anything valuable with me when I travel or commute. I read their googly eyes 😐when I see the pick pockets 🙊

@zesqcpa3 Год назад

TY😘

@5rgyyuyrgg Год назад

I would like to know and see if the bags have an anti theft pocket on the backside of the bags

@danikeebler1662 Год назад

Being targeted starts long before the purse. There are some destination spots that will tell travelers, carry fake purses and wallets for WHEN ( not if) you get robbed. If you are dressed as if you are carrying a lot of cash, you are on their radar. Do your homework of what to expect or environment to plan for. Never wear jewelry while traveling. In some travel destinations, travelers will stick out like a sore thumb. Americans are higher risk than others for issues not just theft. Avoid extra, extra attention. Don't stand out by dressing expensive or flashy. Leave the jewelry at home. If wedding rings are attention seeking, swap it out for a simple band. Use care with electronics, not only are they attention seekers....they are attention stealers. While your attention is on the device, the criminal is eyeing you.

@eileenb1855 Год назад

Thank you and good areas of focus and caution. I have traveled and great concerns in Spain too as several family members have lost valuables with some of the methods mentioned in video & this informative thread as well. Thank you All & be fully aware wherever you are andtravel to.

@jamig.7254 Год назад

I wore old pants, a long shirt, hiking boots and a back pack. I was targeted. This was in Italy in their metro. I felt a hand go deep into my pocket. They got nothing. Then the teenager ran into me. Still got nothing. Then she started yelling at me. I yelled back. Still got nothing. And I saw an old woman slightly shaking her head no at the girl. And it still wasn't over. The old woman said, I should go to the ticket counter and check my ticket for whatever reason she gave. I walked with her to the ticket counter, and she expected me to get out my wallet. I was probably surrounded by the entire ring of them, but I didn't take out my wallet. Then she told me, "be careful, their are a lot of pick-pockets here." My reply, "are you one?" She looked surprised, smiled and said, no. Then walked on. God was with me. Jesus was looking after me.

@donnaleeah5075 Год назад

Fit in, not out

@jamig.7254 Год назад

@@donnaleeah5075 Nah. Fitting in doesn't stop a thief- that's what he/she is doing. I imagine their first run is on people traveling alone.

@CarolanIvey Год назад

In Paris I caught someone trying the "dip and lift", because I'd forgotten to zip up my purse after getting out a tissue. As my purse was very soft I felt it when he stuck his hand in. I jerked it away from him and turned around to glare, at which point he ran. Luckily I knew enough at that time not to keep anything valuable in the bag - my wallet and passport were under my clothes.

@hopespringseternal2624 Год назад

I got mine stolen in Baltimore a number of years ago. They spun me around and knocked me down.

@booberries833 Год назад

Is that a Syngonium Steyermarkii in the background? Nice!

@judylandry302 Год назад

For everyday use I bought a three fold men's wallet. I am no longer saddled with a bag. It is so freeing. Keys go in front pocket. If I dress up. I use a body belt

@lynneneedham6480 Год назад

I am very interested in purchasing the cross body bag that you show in your RU-vid but unfortunately I am finding it difficult finding it, can you help please. Thank you

@MelissaThompson432 Год назад

If I'm feeling leery and I'm sitting down, I shorten the strap and put it over my knee so that the bag is in front of me and still attached to me. I can even clasp the body of the bag between my knees if I feel it's necessary. But having the strap around my leg makes it a little harder to get it away from me.

@danikeebler1662 Год назад

I still can't figure out what name to Google to look for this purse online. I can't find it on Amazon. I am not able to read it on my smaller screen phone.

@sommerblume11 Год назад

What about crushing the zippers with a pen or something else? Any recommendations?

@Elena-rt9yu Год назад

Can I use mace spray while traveling, if I feel threatened?

@rozyreyes Год назад

Do you have other colors of this bag?

@marilyn6556 Год назад

I use a rollator, and I like to put the straps over the arm so no one can grab it. I also try to keep it closed. It’s in front of me but I am handicapped so I’m afraid that a thief would target me.

@libeleb5933 Год назад

Great video! Thanks! I have a question. Since it seems that it's very easy to detach the purse strap, couldn't thieves just detach the purse from the strap and run away with it?

@ArdenCove Год назад

It is possible, but it is a bit tricky so m compared to strap cutting or a shoulder pull. Thieves are looking for easy targets, so something that seems simple to us can be a huge barrier to a thief who needs a swift and quick getaway. We also have locking straps with a screw lock if you are looking for something more secure.

@mikeylorene Год назад

You are correct. They can and they DO. If a purse is visible, no matter how it is secured, it IS an easy target. The only people who think their purse is safe are the ones who haven't experienced their purse being ripped from their body.

@user-lc7rk6hi3r Год назад

This will be my first trip since covid, I have booked a cruise to Italy, Greece Montenegro and Croatia,while perusing these extremely helpful videos I'm quite nervous to travel solo now. I have always travelled solo to the carribbean, but never to Europe I understand this can happen anywhere in all honesty I'm sorry I booked this cruise

@SuperKathio Год назад

Don't let fear rob you of a good time. Just be aware of your surroundings. Safety in numbers. Have a wonderful trip. My grandmother always pinned her cash to her bra. 75 years ago. There are you tube videos on hiding money when traveling. But of course thieves may watch those too.

@Caroleofcanada Год назад

Just do it. Never let anyone or anything stop you from doing what you love. Just be aware. You'll have a great time!

@victoriaaguilar266 Год назад

I carry a wrist purse , that’s black and looks like a wrist band, it holds all my money and charge cards. On top of that I carry a small sling bag over my shoulder that holds rocks, with a note inside the purse that reads STUPID.

@run4cmt Год назад

I also do not keep all of my money in my purse. When using a backpack I keep it in different pockets. I also leave much of my valuables in my room and in a safe if available.

@RUT812 Год назад

That’s a very small purse! I’ll stick to my Kipling crossbody that I wear even when we sit down to eat.

@grizzlybear4 Год назад

Any way to order independently of indiegogo?

@marmara9741 Год назад

The pickpocketer cut the zip at such speed that I felt something in my bag, a side high bag. I look and see the entire zipper apart and that woman had a broken/half-piece razor blade in her hand. She could not take anything. Moments later, I felt a slight fear in me thinking that blade could have cut my arm or my left side.

@Godblessed2 Год назад

I’m thinking just a small fanny pack that conceals under a jacket or shirt. I’m more worried about my phone being stolen.

@jalisamoore8633 Год назад

Is this purse RFID blocking??

@owlknickerknots2607 4 года назад

Trains and buses aren’t safe either

@observer8736 Год назад

They should punish thieves so they don't repeat it. 🧐

@LE-wc1dr Год назад

These days they are out on bail next day or less. Criminals rule the streets and victims don't matter.

@ameliagfawkes512 Год назад

We're in the midst of a Satanic agenda. Everything's been reversed. It's going to get worse before it gets better. They let the criminals out of jail early during the Plandemic, but fined Gran for sitting on a park bench. Black is white and good is evil. Government doesn't keep you safe, especially if you're a good person.

@vectrex2195 5 лет назад

I actually wonder if you can visually make yourself look less appealing by seeming more poor, I wonder if it would make thieves uninterested in even trying to rob you? I often wear raggy, boy clothing and look cheap, so I wonder if that would make me safer.

@sassysav6859 5 лет назад

ShamuHydri it’s possible! I wouldn’t want to change how I dress unless I need to for modesty depending on the country. I personally would try to be safer with bag choices. I also try to be aware of my surroundings and I won’t bring my pricey jewelry and watches as it would be a huge callout!

@vectrex2195 5 лет назад

@@sassysav6859 I see. Well, thankfully, I don't own any of those. What about non traditional necklaces though? I never wear diamond ones, but I do wear those cheap necklaces that have a picture of a cat printed on it, cheap fake pendulum crystals, or Chinese foo dog statues. Very teen-esque boyish necklaces, I wonder if people would mistake it for me being wealthy? Although the clothing I wear is all thrifted ir baggy, so maybe people like me are safe.

@tomjones715 2 года назад

You could also try carrying 2 bags one real bag and the other bag a decoy, "The real bag" with your valuables inside You'd conceal it wearing it across the body underneath a Coat or Jacket, The decoy bag wear on the outside but still wear it across the body thoe preferably use a old cheap bag. Edit: I wouldn't recommend this for legal and safety reasons, but if you didn't care about the legality/safety of it just put several loaded Mouse and Rat traps inside the decoy bag I'm sure any would be bag thief/pick pocket would get a nasty surprise lol.

@clairedesrosiers7398 Год назад

Same think with your wallet… have a “ decoy” …. Ready on top with 2-3 1$ bill, + fake cards , no name… trow it far away…if needed

@louschatz5503 Год назад

@@sassysav6859 n

@mellie5899 Год назад

I would love to see the bag in charcoal with a pewter chain.

@carolalt742 4 месяца назад

Do you have cute bags like the one shown in the video that thieves can't scan credit cards and passport information. If so, please send me a link...I'll be traveling soon.

@hannahnelson543 5 лет назад

What about a drawstring cloth backpack? I use it in Paris and London last year and I was pretty aware of it in public. I am a little worried about thieves slashing it during my next trip. I like it because I can roll it up in my larger personal item.

@carolinagirl3110 2 года назад

What about it?.....use common sense.

@pjj.5649 Год назад

@@carolinagirl3110 I get you, common sense just ain't commom anymoe.

@pjj.5649 Год назад

Does that even make sense?

@karenvonbargen4472 Год назад

Uh, I’d say no to that

@kH-bv8ix Год назад

Yes, i planned it all. Belt wallet. Fake wallet. Bra wallet, cross body for non vital items, locks, etc. Bra one failed in Switzerland. Lost ID and money.

@drunolan5656 Год назад

While traveling I use a fannypack over my front .

@ImagesOfCountries Год назад

Liked... 😊

@51monT Год назад

Very useful information but you demonstrated at 4:45 how easy it is to steal this bag!

@ArdenCove Год назад

Hi there- glad you found this video useful! The strap is detachable to be able to change it out or wrap it around a seat or table leg. If you are worried that a normal clasp opens too easily we have a locking hardware version that can secure the clasp closed. Check it out on our website ardencove.com and look for locking hardware :)

@sunitadwarka347 Год назад

I really appreciate your information, I will request you to use , smaller lock to lock jip, so that people can not open it easily. Second use aluminum or fiberglass material inside the bag for keeping weight of bag very light . Once again thanks a lot. Jay shree ram.