Women's Camera Bag - Epiphanie Bags?

[kathfern]

Hi All

I was wondering if any females out there have purchased any of the Epiphanie camera bags? Some of them are quite nice looking but its hard to tell from pictures. They are fairly $$ (especially to ship to Oz), but then again most camera bags are. I have my eye on the Lola in red!

Link to the bags:

http://www.epiphaniebags.com/

Anybody have one of these and can give me a bit of a review?

[darosk]

I've never heard of the brand but gosh they are cute!

[kathfern]

Yep they sure are. I really like the idea of them for when I'm going somewhere like a kitchen tea, or out to lunch with the girls, or to the park and want to take a nice looking handbag that I can put my camera in. Its hard to tell just how big they are from the photo's though. Dont want to look like im carrying a suitcase over my shoulder!

[Rainyday]

If you do a images.google.com and enter epiphanie bags as your search, you'll find several blogs that review the bags. I think I am going to get the Ginger in brown. I like the way Epiphanie bags merge the two functions of camera bag and purse. As soon as I have mine, I'll post a full review.

If you read the entire official Epiphanie blog, you'll find they have pretty constant inventory issues. (The Ginger and some other bags are on backorder) I think they are on the cusp of going from a cottage manufacturer to being a full fledged camera bag company. I think that shows they are a good product, people are talking good about them and sales are increasing.

[shotbyb]

I went with a Kelly Moore B-Hobo bag myself. I've had my eye on a Lola for a long time but my issue with it is that it's 8 inches wide! I haven't found enough pictures of people wearing it on their side though so I don't know, maybe the size is alright. Anyway, I'm happy with my B-Hobo, though I imagine you'd be able to carry quite a bit more with the Lola.

[kathfern]

shotbyb are you able to post some pics of the B-Hobo?

[kathfern]

If you do a images.google.com and enter epiphanie bags as your search, you'll find several blogs that review the bags. I think I am going to get the Ginger in brown. I like the way Epiphanie bags merge the two functions of camera bag and purse. As soon as I have mine, I'll post a full review.

If you read the entire official Epiphanie blog, you'll find they have pretty constant inventory issues. (The Ginger and some other bags are on backorder) I think they are on the cusp of going from a cottage manufacturer to being a full fledged camera bag company. I think that shows they are a good product, people are talking good about them and sales are increasing.

I think you are right Rainyday, seems to be issues with stock at the moment. Guess they are popular bags!

[shotbyb]

shotbyb are you able to post some pics of the B-Hobo?

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5184/5558638883_7be11149c2_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/shotbyb/5558638883/)
kelly moore b hobo! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/shotbyb/5558638883/) by shotbyb (http://www.flickr.com/people/shotbyb/), on Flickr

You can certainly fit more than what I had set up there. That set up is just for everyday going out. I'd say it would comfortably fit a body with lens attached plus two extra lenses. Two pockets in the front for memory cards and batteries. Bigger pocket in the back that can fit a small wallet I think. Pockets on both sides of the bag for a cellphone.

If you are interested in kelly moore bags, she has made videos for each one on her website (http://kellymoorebag.com/videos/?SID=urbsi4vetei0vprga2pju4o403). And when I was researching them I regularly checked their facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=120775551270232&v=photos) for more shots of people actually using the bags.

When I was choosing a bag my main goal was to find a purse I can use every day that happens to have a slot for a dslr, so the slim profile of the b-hobo won me over. I still adore the look of the Lola though and if I wanted to carry more gear and didn't mind a bit of bulk then I probably would've gone with that.

[kathfern]

Oh that bag is gorgeous! I will check out her video's. When you wear this bag, does it feel/look big on your body, or is it just like a regular handbag?
Thanks so much for posting the pictures.

[shotbyb]

Feels like a regular handbag! It has been my main purse since I got it. I usually bring along my 500D with the 50/1.8 or Sigma 30/1.4 and all my personal items. I have used it solely as a purse if I know I won't be needing the dslr at all. It's great. I would recommend a darker color though as jeans tend to rub off on the bag but a quick wipe with a mr. clean magic eraser cleans it right off anyway.

[kathfern]

Thanks for the info shotbyb, I will check out their website.

[MichelleB675]

Jo Totes (http://jototes.com) has some nice looking ones too.

I keep trying to decide between Jo Totes Millie bag, Kelly Moore Classic or Mimi, and Epiphanie Lola.

[Rainyday]

I went with a Kelly Moore B-Hobo bag myself. I've had my eye on a Lola for a long time but my issue with it is that it's 8 inches wide! I haven't found enough pictures of people wearing it on their side though so I don't know, maybe the size is alright. Anyway, I'm happy with my B-Hobo, though I imagine you'd be able to carry quite a bit more with the Lola.

If you think the Lola is big, take a look at the Paris and the Clover! Good heavens, those are gigantic. There is a recent picture on the Epiphanie blog that shows the Clover in gray. Handsome bag but honestly, it's too big. The Ginger looks better poportioned, at least in my opinion.

[kathfern]

Gosh I just looked at that picture, that grey Clover is ENORMOUS! The pictures can be so deceiving when at different angles...oh boy..decisions decisions!

[kathfern]

When I was out shopping today I noticed quite a few handbags that are fairly large...large enough to fit a DSLR in. Do you think its possible to buy just the velcro insert thingy and put it in a normal handbag?

[MichelleB675]

yes. I've seen some at Etsy, and I think there is one at Amazon.

[kathfern]

Thanks Michelle, I'll go check it out.

[MichelleB675]

You're welcome.

There are also some tutorials for making your own.

Here's one.. Camera Bag Insert Tutorial by Little Blue Boo (http://www.lilblueboo.com/2010/10/camera-bag-insert-tutorial.html)

[kathfern]

wow that is so cool! I just need to find someone who do that craft/sewing sort of stuff.

[MikeI]

Jo Totes (http://jototes.com) has some nice looking ones too.

I keep trying to decide between Jo Totes Millie bag, Kelly Moore Classic or Mimi, and Epiphanie Lola.

I just bought my wife one of their bags. It was supposed to be a surprise, but she intercepted the package!! She's just getting into photography and totally LOVES this bag. She says it's "cute." Is that good for a camera bag? I'm annoyed because she is using it as a purse, but as long as she's bringing a camera too, I guess we are all good....

As far as room goes? It's good for a 7D w/o a grip with the brick and maybe a flash. The last of the remaining room is for her wallet, keys, etc.

[Corry H]

I have been eyeing up the Epiphanie bags myself (Gorgeous) but need to sell my red crumpler first before i invest.....I have a Vituri fashion bag as well that i rarely use....seem to just grab my little backpack style bag these days.

[kathfern]

I just bought my wife one of their bags. It was supposed to be a surprise, but she intercepted the package!! She's just getting into photography and totally LOVES this bag. She says it's "cute." Is that good for a camera bag? I'm annoyed because she is using it as a purse, but as long as she's bringing a camera too, I guess we are all good....

As far as room goes? It's good for a 7D w/o a grip with the brick and maybe a flash. The last of the remaining room is for her wallet, keys, etc.

Which one did you get her Mike? Geez I obviously need a husband!:)

[Rainyday]

I suppose you could but would it slip around a bit? Are you familiar with the store chain Fossils? Or Kipling? Don't know if you have them in Oz, but if you do, they make bags with real potential as camera bags. Ditto for Tumi luggage.

[kathfern]

Yes I think we have those brands in Oz. Seems to be alot of really big bags out there at the moment, I guess its the fashion!

I suppose you could but would it slip around a bit? Are you familiar with the store chain Fossils? Or Kipling? Don't know if you have them in Oz, but if you do, they make bags with real potential as camera bags. Ditto for Tumi luggage.

[Nyxxie1332]

I have the red lola and a couple other epiphanie bags I am kinda bag crazy. I like the shape of the lola the best for daily use it is big though but most camera bags are. I LOVE my Kelly Moore HoBo currently. If you want some real life comparisons let me know.

[jazzy23]

wow that is so cool! I just need to find someone who do that craft/sewing sort of stuff.

If you don't have time to sew, you can purchase one:

http://thejoybag.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=10

I luv mine!

[kathfern]

Nyxxie are you able to post some pics of what the lola looks like against your body - maybe side on? Just trying to get an idea of how wide it looks when you are carrying it.

I have the red lola and a couple other epiphanie bags I am kinda bag crazy. I like the shape of the lola the best for daily use it is big though but most camera bags are. I LOVE my Kelly Moore HoBo currently. If you want some real life comparisons let me know.

[Quizzical_Squirrel]

I'm waiting to see the fall line-up from Epiphanie. I think I read somewhere that there will be more designs.

I like the look of the Lola but how easy is it to get things out of the sides? The shape of it with the wider base and cinched in top seems counter-intuitive.

How fabulous is that red though!

[kathfern]

I have to agree Quizzical, Ive looked at lots of bags online now, but just can't stop thinking about that Lola in red!! Really need to see how big it is sideways though when carrying it. So many things to buy....such a limited bank account!

[SuzyView]

The main problem with any bag is the strap comfort. For me the TT bags have terrible padding and the Domke bags all need a pad. I bought the Lowepro pads for $9 each and I put them on all the bags. Just have so much equipment, usually carrying 2 camera bodies 3 lenses, a flash and an iPad. So I split the gear, but one bag is too heavy. I bought a Passport for my 5D2 and 24-70 and a flash with all the purse stuff inside. It's a great bag for $59. It's not leather, it's not beautiful. But it is functional and the strap is amazingly comfy. Maybe if I was going out at night an wanted to take my minimal, 5D2, 24-70 and a flash, I'd consider a nice leather bag. My husband would like that. ;)

Have fun deciding because $200 is not a lot of money to buy a nice leather bag.

[kathfern]

Yep you are right Suzy! I actually have the Lowepro passport sling which is great, but as you say its not beautiful, and not great for a night out if I want to take my camera.

Ive just splurged on 2 new lenses, so obviously I don't want a new bag as desperately as I want new lenses! lol

[SuzyView]

Ooo. Which lenses? I am deciding whether to sell my 70-200 2.8 IS for the new one, or just get the 100.

[kathfern]

Ooo. Which lenses? I am deciding whether to sell my 70-200 2.8 IS for the new one, or just get the 100.

Suzy I bought the 10-22mm and the Tamron 70-300mm. Thats the last of the lenses for me for a while though. This photography hobby is an expensive business!

[Rainyday]

I'm waiting to see the fall line-up from Epiphanie. I think I read somewhere that there will be more designs.

I like the look of the Lola but how easy is it to get things out of the sides? The shape of it with the wider base and cinched in top seems counter-intuitive.

How fabulous is that red though!

Lola isn't my favorite, but my goodness, have you seen Lola in black? Wow! I mean, really traffic stopping gorgeous! And btw, I found a blog that criticises the Lola's design, stating that the wide bottom and narrower top make it harder to quickly retrieve gear. However, the Lola is really popular and seems to sell well, so it can't be that big of a problem.

I hope there will be more designs. Honestly, they are taking forever to stock up on some of their bags, it's making me feel a little annoyed. I want a Ginger and it looks like October before I'll get one.

[Rainyday]

Well, they seem to have their inventory issues resolved, several new styles and colors are available and best of all, they are running a Black Friday discount. So, tada! I ordered Ginger in brown. As soon as it arrives, I'll run a full review.

[kathfern]

Oh can't wait to see it Rainyday!

[Tiberius]

I'm sorry, but I have to lol at the idea of designing a camera bag for women. I'd much rather have a camera bag designed for cameras.

[sbattey]

I'm sorry, but I have to lol at the idea of designing a camera bag for women. I'd much rather have a camera bag designed for cameras.

They are designed for cameras.. In fact, they are incredibly good camera bags.

You're the only one who is laughing at the idea... There is obviously a market for good looking, feminine camera bags for women, and it is a lucrative one.

[Tiberius]

Ah, well I didn't really have a look at the website. Suppose I should have. :P

[Rainyday]

I'm sorry, but I have to lol at the idea of designing a camera bag for women. I'd much rather have a camera bag designed for cameras.

I agree and I used to laugh, too. But one day, I took a photo trip and was hugely frustrated that I had to lug both a camera bag and a purse. The camera bag simply wasn't designed to hold a purse's contents and the purse could not safely and comfortably hold the camera gear. I could not leave the purse in the car, it was in a bad neighborhood and the purse would have been snatched, but the photo shoot site was well protected from crime.

Variations of this problem have cropped up over and over again. I am also shopping for a sophisticated bridge camera. I will probably use the Epiphanie for holding the bridge camera and my personal stuff and leave the empty purse in the trunk of the car. Or bring my DSLR, some abbreviated camera equipment and a few items from the purse and leave the rest in the trunk.

It is true women photojournalists and such don't use women's style camera bags, they aren't built to take the punishment doled out working in the field. Most of the market is wedding photographers, moms and women artists. And that's fine.

Anyway, I'll keep you posted on how it goes. If it doesn't work out (although I think it will) the market for used women's style camera bags is very very strong, so I'll lose little for trying this out.

[Rainyday]

My Ginger arrived this morning. They pack them like you wouldn't believe! Sturdy cardboard box, plastic wrap and also a soft package wrap complete with zipper.

So far, I am very pleased. The bag is a good size and the pleather is very soft and a rich chocolate color. The interior is a deep robin egg blue. Later this week, I'll offer my review, but I only have time to post this real quick. Please excuse the sloppy desk, I'm in an awful hurry!:D

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7014/6428723091_9027118121_m.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6428723091/)
IMG_0776 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6428723091/) by txbookreader (http://www.flickr.com/people/31447080@N04/), on Flickr

[Kasrielle]

Ooh, ooh, ooh! I really want the Ginger in brown! I like the blue as well, but I think the brown will probably stay in style longer - more classic. I'm like everyone else - I have a dozen camera bags and I'm sick of carrying around a purse and a separate camera kit. Rainyday, will you measure the length of the cross body strap, please? I'm a big girl, and have discovered that "cross body" doesn't always mean "every body!" ;)

[kathfern]

Ohh can't wait for the review!!

[tomcat7886]

Nice Kelly Moore bag on the first page, it looks like a ladies daily handbag in disguise. Then it must be expensive. Any indicative price?

[Rainyday]

Okay, here's my review: First off, my overall impression of the Epiphanie Ginger is very positive. It's intelligently designed, well made and attractive. It holds quite a bit of gear but balances nicely and doesn't become unwieldy. I was asked about the shoulder strap. At it's longest, it measures over 20 inches and when fully extended, the bag hit my knees. I'm 5'2" so really, the strap should fit even tall photographers easily.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7015/6434458141_fc46aa1f96.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6434458141/)
IMG_0782 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6434458141/) by txbookreader (http://www.flickr.com/people/31447080@N04/), on Flickr

I packed what I would consider a light daytrip. If I was going to a specific destination, I might pack differently. But this is an ordinary basic kit. One Canon Xsi, a Canon 70-200 f4 L lens, a Tamron 17-55 lens, Canon 430 flash, a media wallet, lens cleaning supplies, lens hood and my own wallet. Also small notepad and pens. It can hold more, but I prefer to keep keys and my cell phone on my person.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7150/6434461893_1bfde20526.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6434461893/)
IMG_0786 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6434461893/) by txbookreader (http://www.flickr.com/people/31447080@N04/), on Flickr

Ginger comes with alot of dividers and you can design them however you please. I will tell you I just hate organizing camera bags. Feel free to come to my house and do that for me. I set it up for me, but trust me, you can custom it lots and lots of different ways and they will all be better than mine.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7171/6434466569_083f110285.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6434466569/)
IMG_0787 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6434466569/) by txbookreader (http://www.flickr.com/people/31447080@N04/), on Flickr

The side pockets are also very good and I love the front pocket. Holds lots of stuff securely. The front pocket is slightly sturdier than the side pockets, I would suggest putting gentle stuff in the side pockets (business cards) and sharper or bulkier stuff in the front pockets (pens, wallets, keys)
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7009/6434469731_3753c1ba8e.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6434469731/)
IMG_0788 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6434469731/) by txbookreader (http://www.flickr.com/people/31447080@N04/), on Flickr

Ginger does not come with a rain protector or a bottom protector. She isn't sturdy like a LowePro or plain like a Domke or bulky like a Think Tank. She is a poor choice for conflict photographers or photographers of penguins or African lions in the wild. But she's perfect for portraiture or weddings where you don't want to look like a paparrazzo or you just want a pleasant day taking pictures and accepting compliments on your gorgeous bag. One more thing: Epiphanie is high priced. Compare her to vinyl (pleather) purses and you'll feel a bit concerned. But my opinion is that Ginger is worthy of her price. She is well made, well designed and any photographer would be proud to add her to her selection of camera bags.

[kathfern]

Thanks so much for the review that was great!. Is that the 7D you have in the bag or the Xsi, and does it have the 50mm lens on it?

[Rainyday]

I put the Xsi in, just because it's right now my daytrip camera. However, the Ginger would easily hold the 7D, no problem. And yes, the 50mm is mounted on it.

I take the Xsi if I am worried about theft or damage, I take the 7D when I am trying for really outstanding images, or anything that requires sophisticated focus. The focusing difference between the Xsi and the 7D is night and day.

I'm taking Ginger out for a photo trip this weekend and will post the results. I think she'll do just fine.

[NASS Photo]

Kathy & Rainyday. Maybe I should thank you, or maybe not. My wife saw the pics of the epiphanie bags, and read your comments. Now, she wants one for her 65th B-day, to carry her N*k*n camera & lenses. In addition to Suzy, if I ever want to know how to spend my money, I will contact you. Seriously, thanks for the suggestion. I did not know what to get her. Nick

[Rainyday]

Kathy & Rainyday. Maybe I should thank you, or maybe not. My wife saw the pics of the epiphanie bags, and read your comments. Now, she wants one for her 65th B-day, to carry her N*k*n camera & lenses. In addition to Suzy, if I ever want to know how to spend my money, I will contact you. Seriously, thanks for the suggestion. I did not know what to get her. Nick

Go for it! Honestly, she'll dance around the room and give you lots of hugs and kisses. I'm told by other Epiphanie owners that is what happens.

[Rainyday]

Well, folks, I had hoped to take Ginger for a spin this weekend. However, it's cold and wet and windy and I said "forget it!" and curled up in front of the TV with some hot chocolate instead. I'll get a field trip scheduled later, when the weather isn't so awful.

[NASS Photo]

Go for it! Honestly, she'll dance around the room and give you lots of hugs and kisses. I'm told by other Epiphanie owners that is what happens.

Rainyday. I am going to hold you to that. If she does love it, she will probably want some N*k*n glass for x-mas to put in it. Thanks for spending my money. lol

[MichelleB675]

I forgot about this thread. I'm getting a Kelly Moore Mimi in black for Christmas.

[Lore]

I am hoping to get a bag this Christmas that can function as a purse/camera bag when I want to bring both.

To throw another brand out there I have had my eye on, Cheeky Lime, I think their designs are pretty fun.

http://cheekylime.com/

& their prices are fantastic ;)

[kathfern]

Nick that's great news. I hope she loves it. Which one did you get for her?

Kathy & Rainyday. Maybe I should thank you, or maybe not. My wife saw the pics of the epiphanie bags, and read your comments. Now, she wants one for her 65th B-day, to carry her N*k*n camera & lenses. In addition to Suzy, if I ever want to know how to spend my money, I will contact you. Seriously, thanks for the suggestion. I did not know what to get her. Nick

[Lore]

Here is another one... only here you can CUSTOM ORDER your fabric/design! :D

http://www.etsy.com/shop/PorteenGear
http://porteengear.com/ :cool:

[NASS Photo]

Nick that's great news. I hope she loves it. Which one did you get for her?

Kathy, if I knew she would not see this thread, I would say a brown ginger. But, if she does read this, she is getting a Cleveland Browns' gym bag.

[kathfern]

Ohh that cracked me up!! lol


Kathy, if I knew she would not see this thread, I would say a brown ginger. But, if she does read this, she is getting a Cleveland Browns' gym bag.

[Rainyday]

I am hoping to get a bag this Christmas that can function as a purse/camera bag when I want to bring both.

To throw another brand out there I have had my eye on, Cheeky Lime, I think their designs are pretty fun.

http://cheekylime.com/

& their prices are fantastic ;)

Yeah, the Livy is cute. But their blog is incomplete and there is nothing on their YouTube page. Maybe they are brandy new?

[Lore]

Yeah, the Livy is cute. But their blog is incomplete and there is nothing on their YouTube page. Maybe they are brandy new?

That's what it seems like, they seemed to have popped up on FB is where I saw them they had a FB biz page, then a website they just had their 'lime classic for awhile, then had other colors, then just introduced their Livy. Seems to be quite new.

[NASS Photo]

Ohh that cracked me up!! lol

Kathy. Are you hoping for a Cleveland Brown's football gym bag, also? My wife went to college where the Browns had training camp. Yes, we have a mixed marriage: Me, Pittsburgh born, and wife loving the Browns. When the two teams play, we watch the game in separate rooms.

[Lore]

Those that got the Epiphanie Ginger would you say it would comfortably hold all that I have (minus the 2 YN-460II, I wouldn't need to carry those around everywhere)

[Rainyday]

Those that got the Epiphanie Ginger would you say it would comfortably hold all that I have (minus the 2 YN-460II, I wouldn't need to carry those around everywhere)


Yep. Sure would.

[Lore]

Yep. Sure would.

Thanks! :D I know what will be under the tree for me :cool:

[Rainyday]

Lore, please post pictures and a review, too.

[Lore]

Lore, please post pictures and a review, too.

sure will :D

[Lore]

Epiphanie Ginger - Brown = SHIPPED! :D (Husband) "You can't HAVE that until Christmas you know" (Me) = :( + ! "But *honey* hooow will I carry all my stuff to my parents on Christmas Eeeeve" (Husband) "K, you can have it then" (Me) = :D:cool:

[kathfern]

I clearly need to work on my other half!!

Cant wait to see it- hope you post pics!.

Epiphanie Ginger - Brown = SHIPPED! :D (Husband) "You can't HAVE that until Christmas you know" (Me) = :( + ! "But *honey* hooow will I carry all my stuff to my parents on Christmas Eeeeve" (Husband) "K, you can have it then" (Me) = :D:cool:

[Rainyday]

http://www.onabags.com/store/shoulder-bags.html


OMG. Have you guys seen this line of camera bags? The price will give you nosebleeds but they certainly are lovely!

[Quizzical_Squirrel]

Oh noes! That Brooklyn bag is going to be awfully difficult to resist!

Edit - somehow my computer has put me on Adorama's backorder list for this bag. I can always cancel it, right ...?!

[Rainyday]

Quizzical Squirrel-fascinating how your computer put the bag on backorder for you. My grocery cart does the same thing: M&M bags leap into the cart all by themselves!

Seriously, I have two excellent messenger bags already, a Tumi and a Tenba. I need another messenger bag like a dog needs two tails. But Good heavens, those are good looking bags! If you get one, please please pretty please post a review with lots of pictures, okay?

[kathfern]

Uh Oh those bags are gorgeous! Geez and I thought the Epiphanie ones were $$!

http://www.onabags.com/store/shoulder-bags.html


OMG. Have you guys seen this line of camera bags? The price will give you nosebleeds but they certainly are lovely!

[Malsam]

Why am I looking at 5 pages of bag envious individuals postings and I cant help myself thinking why male deserve the squarish, dumb, black only looking bag that shouts "I'm a camera bag no doubt about it!" and expected us to brag about how many smart compartments it has, how many accessories it can keep and how durable it is which just remind me how stupid we have been carrying these bags after all these years!

To all the companies links that are posted here, where are all the male equivalents????

[Lore]

Why am I looking at 5 pages of bag envious individuals postings and I cant help myself thinking why male deserve the squarish, dumb, black only looking bag that shouts "I'm a camera bag no doubt about it!" and expected us to brag about how many smart compartments it has, how many accessories it can keep and how durable it is which just remind me how stupid we have been carrying these bags after all these years!

To all the companies links that are posted here, where are all the male equivalents????

There are loads of 'manly man' nice manbags out there... its harder for the ladies to grab a chic' purse'esc camera bag IMO. Think Tank pinestone 10 or 20 tho... you are right... it lacks in the compartment area... tho the ones that scream camera bag are chocked full of compartments...

If *I* were a dude... this is the would be my bag... its pretty slick. http://www.etsy.com/listing/87670286/pre-order-mensunisex-leather-dslr-camera Click down through the pictures, shows it 'on' and looks nice. :D (tho I'd order it in a 'large' instead of a medium... since it IS a custom order so it can hold more 'stuff') ;)

[Malsam]

I have TT pinestone and the black version as well...in fact I'm waiting for the lowepro equivalent. But are they nice? They look like my primary school scout bag and they are all made in china except they have better finishes and cost 20 times more!

hey thats 1 nice bag! How did you find it? I'm looking at their website now all very nice but I'm seriously thinking which 1 will look nice on me lolz...I'm a fan of green but I find the color pretty hard to match with clothes and stuffs especially for occasions. I'm looking at these too:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/77639331/pre-order-gold-leaves-and-leather-dslr
http://www.etsy.com/listing/88294711/pre-order-lime-green-circles-and-leather

U think they are nice on men as well? (ohh the hip bag is nice too!)

[hfgarris]

Why am I looking at 5 pages of bag envious individuals postings and I cant help myself thinking why male deserve the squarish, dumb, black only looking bag that shouts "I'm a camera bag no doubt about it!" and expected us to brag about how many smart compartments it has, how many accessories it can keep and how durable it is which just remind me how stupid we have been carrying these bags after all these years!

To all the companies links that are posted here, where are all the male equivalents????

Go back to the ONA site, and check out the messenger bag "The Union Street" ... ;)

http://www.onabags.com/store/messengers-and-backpacks/the-union-street.html?color=ranger-tan#ranger-tan

Or ... get a Billingham!


BTW: Thanks to all of you for the links to stylish camera bags ... really helped me to pick out a Christmas bag for my daughter to carry her 5D and 3 lenses with style! ;)

[Kasrielle]

I just ordered the Epiphanie Ginger in brown - now to cut out a pic and put under the tree...!

[HelenOster]

There are loads of 'manly man' nice manbags out there... its harder for the ladies to grab a chic' purse'esc camera bag IMO.



I don't know if you've come across this, yet - I saw it for the first time a couple days ago: it's a Lowepro interactive Bagfinder where you can find a camera bag based on the equipment you own http://cot.ag/vexjK6

You might also want to look at the range of bags designed for women from Jill.e http://cot.ag/rMYElz

[CanonGrl01]

I have a Jill-e bag that I love, get lots of compliments too :)

[Lore]

I don't know if you've come across this, yet - I saw it for the first time a couple days ago: it's a Lowepro interactive Bagfinder where you can find a camera bag based on the equipment you own http://cot.ag/vexjK6

You might also want to look at the range of bags designed for women from Jill.e http://cot.ag/rMYElz

Helen I've already ordered the Epiphanie Ginger in Brown ;) Thanks for your help tho! :) I was considering a Jill-e bag at one point, its definately a link that needs to be in here as they have not been brought up 'in here' as this has seemed to become a "Women's Camera Bag" Thread

[Rainyday]

I don't know if you've come across this, yet - I saw it for the first time a couple days ago: it's a Lowepro interactive Bagfinder where you can find a camera bag based on the equipment you own http://cot.ag/vexjK6

You might also want to look at the range of bags designed for women from Jill.e http://cot.ag/rMYElz

I'll have to look at the Lowepro app, that sounds interesting. But I carry different equipment depending on the specific shoot, so I wonder if it would work for me. I think I'll go take a look and find out. About the Jill-e's: they have been criticised in other forums for being high priced and poorly made. And in my opinion, they are kinda ugly. The Epiphanie's are well made and (again, just my opinion) are better value for your money, and much better looking.

I think camera bags for women are definitely a growth industry. There are women who are artist photographers, wedding and portrait photographers and women who want to capture almost every moment of their families activities and can now do so, since digital is so much cheaper than film.

Women photographers rock! 8-)

[Mistyann]

To all the companies links that are posted here, where are all the male equivalents????


http://www.emerabags.com/product/m-green.html

Granted I have this one (http://www.emerabags.com/product/classcanvas.html) but you can bet your butt I love it!

[Malsam]

:cry:

[Lore]

:( Husband won't let me open it till' Saturday at the *earliest*... sounds like whining is in order... husband NEEDS brownies for work treat tomorrow... sounds like my camera NEEDS to sit in its new comfy bag in order for ME to make work treat brownies ;)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7148/6545093053_bc314e6e65_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6545093053/)
its here, its here! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6545093053/) by lorephoto (http://www.flickr.com/people/lorephoto/), on Flickr

[HelenOster]

:( Husband won't let me open it till' Saturday at the *earliest*... sounds like whining is in order... husband NEEDS brownies for work treat tomorrow... sounds like my camera NEEDS to sit in its new comfy bag in order for ME to make work treat brownies ;)


its here, its here! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6545093053/) by lorephoto (http://www.flickr.com/people/lorephoto/), on Flickr


Even tho' we don't stock these, I am behind you 100%! Let the camera see the bag!!!:lol:

[kathfern]

Sooooooo cruel!!!!

:( Husband won't let me open it till' Saturday at the *earliest*... sounds like whining is in order... husband NEEDS brownies for work treat tomorrow... sounds like my camera NEEDS to sit in its new comfy bag in order for ME to make work treat brownies ;)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7148/6545093053_bc314e6e65_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6545093053/)
its here, its here! (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6545093053/) by lorephoto (http://www.flickr.com/people/lorephoto/), on Flickr

[Lore]

Sooooooo cruel!!!!

totally. :mad: It still sits in the box by the side table in the livingroom :rolleyes: :lol:

[NASS Photo]

Maybe it is an empty box. My better half's gift is wrapped up and she does not know what is in the package. BTW, she does not open it until Sunday. She thinks that it is an ipad

[Lore]

Maybe it is an empty box. My better half's gift is wrapped up and she does not know what is in the package. BTW, she does not open it until Sunday. She thinks that it is an ipad

empty epiphanie box handed to be by the brown truck man ordered by me from the epiphanie website using husbands CC? nah ;) He's just enjoying the torture of letting me order it but controlling when I 'get' to open it. s'ok, I'll play whiney wife... I'm not toting the camera out of the house til' christmas eve anyway :lol:

I've only been mildly whining about the bag... he hears every day about my NEED for an iphone :twisted: huuuuuun looook... *commercial* eeeven saaanta has an iphone. huuuuuuun *best friend that just came over with her new iphone* I'm the only person on earth with out an iphone... *talking to mother* huuuun my 72 year old MOOOOOOTHER has a FREAKING IPHONE!

I'm totally positive i'm getting COAL in an iphone box :-|:lol:

[HelenOster]

I've only been mildly whining about the bag... he hears every day about my NEED for an iphone :twisted: huuuuuun looook... *commercial* eeeven saaanta has an iphone. huuuuuuun *best friend that just came over with her new iphone* I'm the only person on earth with out an iphone... *talking to mother* huuuun my 72 year old MOOOOOOTHER has a FREAKING IPHONE!

I'm totally positive i'm getting COAL in an iphone box :-|:lol:

Had a similar conversation with a guy on another forum yesterday 'cos his wife won't let him open his toys.

I left him thinking about celebrating Hanukkah 'cos if he did he could've opened it already!


Happy Holidays ♬♫♪ http://***************net/xmas-smiley-4621.gif (http://***************net)

[PhotogNY]

Anyone tried the new Shootsac Tote & Shoot (http://shootsac.com/toteandshootcamerabag.aspx) yet?

[Lore]

Anyone tried the new Shootsac Tote & Shoot (http://shootsac.com/toteandshootcamerabag.aspx) yet?

I really like the front loading camera area. Dislike that you have to purchase the bag & then the shoot sac separately (I never quite understood the shoot sac as a product in itself, I never saw a need for 'just a bag for my lenses)... its a great product for those that already own the shoot sac tho. Would have been nice if the bag had more compartments on the interior w/o purchasing a secondary product. That makes it an expensive bag system.

[NASS Photo]

empty epiphanie box handed to be by the brown truck man ordered by me from the epiphanie website using husbands CC? nah ;) He's just enjoying the torture of letting me order it but controlling when I 'get' to open it. s'ok, I'll play whiney wife... I'm not toting the camera out of the house til' christmas eve anyway :lol:

I've only been mildly whining about the bag... he hears every day about my NEED for an iphone :twisted: huuuuuun looook... *commercial* eeeven saaanta has an iphone. huuuuuuun *best friend that just came over with her new iphone* I'm the only person on earth with out an iphone... *talking to mother* huuuun my 72 year old MOOOOOOTHER has a FREAKING IPHONE!

I'm totally positive i'm getting COAL in an iphone box :-|:lol:

Lore. If you were my wife, you would be whining A LOT. Today's my wife's 65th. Other than her mother, who is 88, she is older than anyone else than I know. haha. She is going to open her present later, after I take her to an expensive restaurant. She got her iphone 4S a few weeks ago, and loves it. It takes better pictures than her N*k*n, but not better than my Canon.

[Rainyday]

I really like the front loading camera area. Dislike that you have to purchase the bag & then the shoot sac separately (I never quite understood the shoot sac as a product in itself, I never saw a need for 'just a bag for my lenses)... its a great product for those that already own the shoot sac tho. Would have been nice if the bag had more compartments on the interior w/o purchasing a secondary product. That makes it an expensive bag system.

Think Tank makes a lens changing bag that is far superior to the ShootSac. I think the ShootSac is silly.

[Lore]

At last I got to open the box ;) & take it with to my parents last night.

Initial Impressions:

Impressed upon opening the box... the bag had it's own bag w/ a 'welcome to your bag card ♥ epiphanie' card inside. I thought it was nice.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7166/6568619661_d9109a8349_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619661/)
Epiphanie Out of the Box (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619661/) by lorephoto (http://www.flickr.com/people/lorephoto/), on Flickr

The bag quality itself is fantastic, nice large zippered compartments on the back of the bag, left and right of the bag, along with the front opening section.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7147/6568619781_5b76bd6c90_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619781/)
Epiphanie Ginger - Brown (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619781/) by lorephoto (http://www.flickr.com/people/lorephoto/), on Flickr

Fully loaded w/ my 7D, 17-55 IS, 24-105L, Sig 50, 430exII, rocket blower, extra battery, charger, extra cards & a few other small odds & ends, with space left for more. The bag weighed in at 10.6 lbs, included shoulder strap has a wonderfully comfortable shoulder pad its amazing once you put it on, the bag does not feel its weight at all.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7010/6568619553_289d54bbb1_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619553/)
Epiphanie Loaded (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619553/) by lorephoto (http://www.flickr.com/people/lorephoto/), on Flickr

These are my 'initial' impressions from a 1 time carry to the parents. I'll see if I can add more later. What *I* personally like & what I was looking for in this style of bag and in a bag for me is the position the camera sits in, in the bag.

Merry Christmas Everyone :D

[Rainyday]

Congrats on the new Ginger! You are going to love her.:D

[kathfern]

I'm ver jealous! Lol. It's definitely on my list this year.

[Kasrielle]

Congrats on the bag - it looks great! I'm not so happy at the moment - I ordered the same bag (Ginger in Brown) on December 19, and it was marked shipped on the same day. However, the tracking number shows "no record of this item." What?? it shipped a week before the holiday - there should be a record of it in the USPS system.

Not happy - I'll contact Epiphanie tomorrow and see what's up.

[Jon]

Congrats on the bag - it looks great! I'm not so happy at the moment - I ordered the same bag (Ginger in Brown) on December 19, and it was marked shipped on the same day. However, the tracking number shows "no record of this item." What?? it shipped a week before the holiday - there should be a record of it in the USPS system.

Not happy - I'll contact Epiphanie tomorrow and see what's up.There's your answer - the USPS tracking system has an unfortunate problem with consistency. Often the tracking results lag several days, or even weeks, behind the actual package's location. Lest you think I'm hammering the USPS, Canon's repair tracking has a similar problem with realism.

[Rainyday]

Congrats on the bag - it looks great! I'm not so happy at the moment - I ordered the same bag (Ginger in Brown) on December 19, and it was marked shipped on the same day. However, the tracking number shows "no record of this item." What?? it shipped a week before the holiday - there should be a record of it in the USPS system.

Not happy - I'll contact Epiphanie tomorrow and see what's up.

I read in the news that UPS got caught hopelessly behind this year, tens of thousands of pkgs haven't arrived on time. :(

[Rainyday]

Lore, your picturs are wonderful. There is a group on Flickr devoted to the Epiphanie bags, please consider uploading there. :D

[Lore]

Lore, your picturs are wonderful. There is a group on Flickr devoted to the Epiphanie bags, please consider uploading there. :D

Done :D

[kathfern]

In my ongoing search for a camera bag that is reasonably priced, I was shopping in Kathmandu the other day (not sure if you have those stores in the US) and they had a baby bag that was just perfect as a camera bag - and it was on sale for half price!

Link below. Mine is grey/red not the colour in the picture.

http://www.kathmandu.com.au//40343/Tesoro-Baby-Bag.html

[Brendo666]

I just bought my girlfriend the yellow Lyric for her birthday, I will find out if I did a good gob or not tomorrow!

[Kasrielle]

My Ginger in brown came today! (They had sent the wrong tracking number, and were quick to send me the correct one when I emailed them.) I have so much crap that I have to carry in my purse that it isn't quite big enough to hold all my camera kit and my purse stuff. But I love how it looks, and am busy reconfiguring it to work best for me. For anyone wondering - the crossbody strap is really long! I'm a very heavy woman, and when I let it all the way out it was across my body and down past my hip! I had to shorten it - something I don't often get to do. Thank you, Epiphanie

[SuzyView]

And two of mine never arrived, they said I sent the items back, but I didn't. The boxes never even came to the door.

[Rainyday]

My Ginger in brown came today! (They had sent the wrong tracking number, and were quick to send me the correct one when I emailed them.) I have so much crap that I have to carry in my purse that it isn't quite big enough to hold all my camera kit and my purse stuff. But I love how it looks, and am busy reconfiguring it to work best for me. For anyone wondering - the crossbody strap is really long! I'm a very heavy woman, and when I let it all the way out it was across my body and down past my hip! I had to shorten it - something I don't often get to do. Thank you, Epiphanie

Okay, so I'm gonna be really nosy here. I have tons of room in my Ginger for all my stuff, may I be nosy and ask what you pack in your purse? I have wallet, small notepad, small zippered pouch for misc stuff, glasses case, small p&s camera, and sometimes a Galaxy Tab or Nook. When I pack my Ginger, I bring the wallet, small zippered pouch, glasses case, small notepad. I also pack one camera body, two zoom lenses, lens cleaner, flash, business cards and one media wallet. I carry my keys and cell phone on my person no matter what.

[Rainyday]

And two of mine never arrived, they said I sent the items back, but I didn't. The boxes never even came to the door.

I heard package theft was a horrendous problem this year. Hundreds of Kindle Fires got stolen and I'll bet a bunch of other stuff got nicked, too. :(

[Kasrielle]

Okay, so I'm gonna be really nosy here. I have tons of room in my Ginger for all my stuff, may I be nosy and ask what you pack in your purse? I have wallet, small notepad, small zippered pouch for misc stuff, glasses case, small p&s camera, and sometimes a Galaxy Tab or Nook. When I pack my Ginger, I bring the wallet, small zippered pouch, glasses case, small notepad. I also pack one camera body, two zoom lenses, lens cleaner, flash, business cards and one media wallet. I carry my keys and cell phone on my person no matter what.

Not nosy at all - I"m really curious as to how you got all that into the Ginger! Would you put up some pics of how you packed all that stuff?

I have a large wallet, iphone, blackberry (for work) chargers for iphone and blackberry, Kindle, Leatherman, notepad, chequebook, sunglasses, pens, and general bits and bobs (gum, asparin, throat losenges, earphones for iphone, etc.)

My camera kit for walkabout includes the 5d2 w/ 24/105 attached with hood reversed, 70-200 with hood, 100L, 1.4 extender in pouch, 3 77mm filters + step up ring, extra battery, charger, rocket blower, microfibre cloth, and shutter release. Once I put all that into the bag, and then added everything from the purse it was too full and didn't want to zip. Plus it was really heavy.

[SuzyView]

I think the problem is weight. I don't like it. I'd rather have a bag with a wonderful, comfortable strap, not too heavy. So, I prefer the not so lovely looking Passport-type bags. I can fit a 5D with 24-70 attached, a 70-200 2.8 IS in a wrap and a 580ex with all the stuff from my purse in the Passport. It's not that heavy. But if I didn't need the 70-200, I'd probably just take the Domke F5XB and a purse or just the Passport with the zipper up, making it smaller.

I hope you are loving the bag. It looks amazing.

[Rainyday]

Not nosy at all - I"m really curious as to how you got all that into the Ginger! Would you put up some pics of how you packed all that stuff?

I have a large wallet, iphone, blackberry (for work) chargers for iphone and blackberry, Kindle, Leatherman, notepad, chequebook, sunglasses, pens, and general bits and bobs (gum, asparin, throat losenges, earphones for iphone, etc.)

My camera kit for walkabout includes the 5d2 w/ 24/105 attached with hood reversed, 70-200 with hood, 100L, 1.4 extender in pouch, 3 77mm filters + step up ring, extra battery, charger, rocket blower, microfibre cloth, and shutter release. Once I put all that into the bag, and then added everything from the purse it was too full and didn't want to zip. Plus it was really heavy.

I took some pics but they came out lousy. I'll try again later. Here's what I would change: use a smaller wallet. Take out the Kindle. I don't know what a Leatherman is, so no ideas there. Take out the checkbook and use a debit card instead. Use one pen, and get a small one. Get a SMALL metal tin and put in a few aspirin, lozenges, gum (Trident, not the full sized stick). Maybe remove the earbuds for the iPhone. Put your iPhone in your pocket, ditto for keys.

For the photography, I'd leave out the rocketblower, 100L, shutter release, (you can use the self timer instead) charger, 1.4extender (you already have the 70-200 zoom, so I think the 100L and extender is redundant)

Packing a purse/camera bag is tricky. And heck, no matter how you pack it, you are going to wish you had something else. But you gotta balance personal needs, camera needs and comfort. It's a fun challenge.

[fotobird]

I've heard some issues with quality over time (leather cracking etc.). Even then, I'm still eying the new line...Lyric in slate blue or Stella in gray. I've been debating so much, they keep creating new bags that I prefer over the old ones. :)

[Rainyday]

:DWell, I tried again but the pictures are still lousy. It's kinda hard to explain and photograph how I pack Ginger, since every trip is a bit different. But this is a basic kit. There is still plenty of room, so I could add stuff if I needed to.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7163/6607300151_b89de8b620.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6607300151/)
DSCF0172 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6607300151/) by txbookreader (http://www.flickr.com/people/31447080@N04/), on Flickr

Items: small Fossil wallet, small notepad and one pen, 70-200L lens, 7D with Tamron 17-50 zoom attached, lens cleaner fluid and cloth, media wallet, business cards, two hoods. The little bag holds misc items both personal and photographic.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7164/6607300621_96a9536346.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6607300621/)
DSCF0173 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/31447080@N04/6607300621/) by txbookreader (http://www.flickr.com/people/31447080@N04/), on Flickr

There is still room. I could add another battery, maybe a charger and one of those plastic flipover camera manuals. Or I could add a flash. Just depends on what I'm hoping to photograph. If I was going somewhere outdoor with lots of bright sunshine, I'd skip the flash and toss in some sunglasses instead. If it's an easy day trip, I'd bring an extra battery but no charger. If I was going on an actual travel trip, I'd bring the smaller Xsi rather than the 7D. What's interesting is that there are dozens of ways to pack and there is no absolutely right way to bring your gear. It's whatever works at the time. If I'm dong alot of walking, it's different than when I'm photographing from the car. Sometimes, I'll bring tons of stuff and literally rent a stroller to tote my gear. Looks kinda silly but it works. At those times, I'll pack Ginger full to bursting.

[reneefk]

I just ordered the Ginger a few days ago. I can't wait for it to arrive.

[Rainyday]

I just ordered the Ginger a few days ago. I can't wait for it to arrive.

Welcome to the club of Epiphanie! There are folks here for you and also a group on Flickr. And Epiphanie has a page on FB. Enjoy, Ginger totally rocks!

[reneefk]

There are folks here for you and also a group on Flickr. And Epiphanie has a page on FB. Enjoy, Ginger totally rocks!

I can't even look at it anymore until I get mine..I want it now! lol

C'mon Thursday!

[AngieLanigan]

I've heard some issues with quality over time (leather cracking etc.). Even then, I'm still eying the new line...Lyric in slate blue or Stella in gray. I've been debating so much, they keep creating new bags that I prefer over the old ones. :)

There's a big size difference between the Stella and the Lyric, so that might help you decide.

I just got a Lyric in plum, and I'm so in love! It's equal parts gorgeous and practical.

[kathfern]

Angie are you able to post pics please, I would love to see it!

There's a big size difference between the Stella and the Lyric, so that might help you decide.

I just got a Lyric in plum, and I'm so in love! It's equal parts gorgeous and practical.

[AngieLanigan]

Angie are you able to post pics please, I would love to see it!

Sure! I can't say enough good things about this bag, I love it so much :)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v139/AngieLuvBug/lyric-bag.jpg

This is all the gear I'm carrying in it currently (sorry for the crummy iPod photo)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v139/AngieLuvBug/lyric-gear.jpg

I have a full review and lots more pics of it (interior shots, etc) on my blog (http://ascrapoflife.blogspot.com/2012/01/have-epiphanie.html), too.

[kathfern]

OMG the colour is just gorgeous!!!!

Will check out the blog thank you!

Sure! I can't say enough good things about this bag, I love it so much :)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v139/AngieLuvBug/lyric-bag.jpg

This is all the gear I'm carrying in it currently (sorry for the crummy iPod photo)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v139/AngieLuvBug/lyric-gear.jpg

I have a full review and lots more pics of it (interior shots, etc) on my blog (http://ascrapoflife.blogspot.com/2012/01/have-epiphanie.html), too.

[MickeyCT]

Looks like a great choice. How is it to carry that bag loaded on your shoulder for hours?

would you mind posting a shot of the bag fully loaded with all that stuff looking in from the top? I'm just curious how you pack it in there. I'm checking out your blog right now.

I'm going to FL in a couple of weeks and I may just have to buy me one of these bags before I go. Looks much nicer than a plain old black camera backpack!

Mickey

[AngieLanigan]

The bag is really comfortable. Surprisingly so. The braided handles are so comfortable, and it comes with a cross-body strap with a cushy shoulder pad, also. I'd use that if I were going to be walking around with it for a long time, but the shoulder straps are just fine for going around town. There's a shot on my blog looking down from the top. The stuff you can't see from that shot include my tablet and eReader, which fit into a zippered exterior pocket on the back of the bag (designed to hold an iPad, but my two are smaller than that). The front exterior small zippered pockets hold spare batteries for my camera and flash, SD card holder and filter. Lens cloth and cleaning solution slip into the interior zippered pocket.

Depending on how much stuff you need to carry, the Lola bag has almost the exact same dimensions as the lyric, except it's 8" wide instead of 4", and it has a couple of extra dividers. I'm only 5'0", so I thought it would be awkward having a bag sticking out from my hip 8", which was one of the big reasons I went with the Lyric instead. It's the smallest of her bags. I was a little worried when I ordered that it might be too small, but I shouldn't have been, it holds a LOT. It's the newest bag, so there weren't a lot of great photos of it in action out there showing just what it's capable of.

[MickeyCT]

Thanks, Angie. I just finished reading your blog too.

I may just have to get me one of those. :)

Mickey

[ddozzi]

Epiphanie bags are great, I've got their Lola bag. I'm looking to get another camera bag (I love bags!!). I'm thinking another Epiphanie bag, but I came across this one, has anyone heard of this one?
elijahandco.com/

[digsmum]

Anyone with the Kelly Moore B- Hobo, I love the bag but the strap doesn't look very substantial, is it comfortable to carry?

There are a few I like from this thread, could get a little expensive!

[SuzyView]

I bought the Paris bag in black due to the $129 price and used it last night for a concert. It is heavy, but it worked great, even with my iPad 2 in it. Wonderful bag, well worth the money.

[fotobird]

I think your pics sealed the deal on the lyric. It looked way bigger on the website, but your photos look like the perfect fit for my needs! Thanks!! (your plum looks totally different from the website, I wonder about the slate blue now?).

[sweetpea44]

Great thread! I wish this could be a sticky for women's camera/purse bags and reviews! :-) I didn't even know half these bags existed! I got a Jo Tote (Betsy in black) for Christmas. :-)

[kathfern]

Ive just purchased the Epiphanie Lyric in Plum. Not sure how long it will take to get to Australia, but will definitely post pics when it arrives.
(Angie your photos sold me! lol)

[sweetpea44]

That is such a pretty bag! Please post pictures and your thoughts once it arrives! After reading all these posts I'm getting 'Epiphanie Bag' jealous. :-) I love my Jo Tote, but I would like something more 'girlish' as well. I'm torn between the Ginger and the Lyric though. Hope you get it soon! :-)

[Rainyday]

I have the Ginger and love it. Comfortable, holds everything secure and looks good, too.

[sweetpea44]

I have the Ginger and love it. Comfortable, holds everything secure and looks good, too.

I like the Ginger in brown, but they're out of stock at the moment. Hopefully more will come in sometime in the Spring. I'll just have to keep my eyes peeled. ;)

[uOpt]

Any working non-Flash product pages of this?

All I see is missing CSS.

[SuzyView]

I actually love my new Paris bag. I am using it now to hold my 5D2 for a shoot this week, but for the wedding, I will use my TT and Domke bags. They are much more business-like and easier to get access.

[Rainyday]

Suzy, please post pictures of your bag:D

[sweetpea44]

@Lore~ What kind of camera strap is this in your photograph? I'm looking for a 'fun' strap to use, yet still good quality. Did you special order this one, or was it custom?

At last I got to open the box ;) & take it with to my parents last night.

Initial Impressions:

Impressed upon opening the box... the bag had it's own bag w/ a 'welcome to your bag card ♥ epiphanie' card inside. I thought it was nice.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7166/6568619661_d9109a8349_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619661/)
Epiphanie Out of the Box (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619661/) by lorephoto (http://www.flickr.com/people/lorephoto/), on Flickr

The bag quality itself is fantastic, nice large zippered compartments on the back of the bag, left and right of the bag, along with the front opening section.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7147/6568619781_5b76bd6c90_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619781/)
Epiphanie Ginger - Brown (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619781/) by lorephoto (http://www.flickr.com/people/lorephoto/), on Flickr

Fully loaded w/ my 7D, 17-55 IS, 24-105L, Sig 50, 430exII, rocket blower, extra battery, charger, extra cards & a few other small odds & ends, with space left for more. The bag weighed in at 10.6 lbs, included shoulder strap has a wonderfully comfortable shoulder pad its amazing once you put it on, the bag does not feel its weight at all.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7010/6568619553_289d54bbb1_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619553/)
Epiphanie Loaded (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lorephoto/6568619553/) by lorephoto (http://www.flickr.com/people/lorephoto/), on Flickr

These are my 'initial' impressions from a 1 time carry to the parents. I'll see if I can add more later. What *I* personally like & what I was looking for in this style of bag and in a bag for me is the position the camera sits in, in the bag.

Merry Christmas Everyone :D

[swinette]

An acquaintance of mine makes cute strap covers: http://wonderforest.storenvy.com/collections/42080-wonder-forest-living
She uses minky fabric for the side that's on your neck. I haven't tried any myself, but they *look* good, and seem like they would up the comfort factor a bit.

[kathfern]

My Epiphanie Lyric arrived today. I ordered last Thursday. Amazing delivery time considering I live in Australia!
I purchased the Plum colour and it is just a delicious colour. I have not edited the photo's below in terms of colour, so hopefully what you see is a true representation of the colour. Although the material is not leather, the feel of the material is soft and squishy like a soft leather. On the back of the bag is a compartment for the iPad. I have an iPad 2 with a case on it and it fits comfortably in the compartment (see photos). The front has 2 zippered compartments which are deceptively roomy. I can fit my iPhone in there and still have room for tissues and keys - they extend quite a bit. Inside the bag has a small zippered compartments for lady items. The main cavity comes with 3 insert dividers, one tall and 2 shorter ones (see photo). Its hard work getting them in place, but this good because once they are there...they are not moving anywhere! In the photo's I have 7D with 28-135 lens attached, my 10-22mm, my 430 flash, my wallet, small toiletries bag, and still plenty of room in there. I could easily fit my 50mm in there if I wanted to. Fully loaded, the plait strap doesn't work for me, but the larger one with the padding is perfect. The bag doesn't feel overly heaving on the shoulder considering what I had packed in there (had iPad in there as well).
Its a gorgeous bag - I love it!

Also added a post on my blog entry http://www.kathfernandez.com/2012/03/i-had-epiphanie.html

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-qCMSXd3/0/M/i-qCMSXd3-M.jpg

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-DmQmt6K/0/M/i-DmQmt6K-M.jpg

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-T74SwcJ/0/M/i-T74SwcJ-M.jpg

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-q54mZgz/0/M/i-q54mZgz-M.jpg

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-9LJ8cbh/0/M/i-9LJ8cbh-M.jpg

[sweetpea44]

That is amazing delivery .... I feel like I was flying for a week when I visited Australia a few years prior! ;-)

Thanks for your review and photos. I read your blog entry as well. I like to carry my camera with tamron attached in the horizontal position (just easier for me to grab that way). Based on the bag's dimensions, do you think mine would fit that way, or just vertical. I'm also looking at the Ginger. Decisions decisions. :-)

[kathfern]

Hi Sweetpea

My 28-135 fits attached in the horizontal position. It extends a little further out than the actual base of the bag though. As the material is soft, it gives a little. So I can fit the 7D with the lens to the side, or straight up, or straight down, or to the front (if that makes sense).

That is amazing delivery .... I feel like I was flying for a week when I visited Australia a few years prior! ;-)

Thanks for your review and photos. I read your blog entry as well. I like to carry my camera with tamron attached in the horizontal position (just easier for me to grab that way). Based on the bag's dimensions, do you think mine would fit that way, or just vertical. I'm also looking at the Ginger. Decisions decisions. :-)

[sweetpea44]

Yes, that makes sense. Thanks! That's good to know. :-)

[jpfiff]

Hi... I just came accross this site yesterday and finding this very helpful!

Any way you can photo yourself wearing the bag crossbody style?? Please? :)
I love the look of this bag, but I'm concerned on how big it may be for every day. I am torn between the kelly moore b-hobo and this one. I prefer the 4 inch wide since I plan on using it as my everyday bag when I'm out and about.
I found the b-hobo at Hunts Camera yesterday, and I think it may be the perfect size, but then concerned, what if I wanted a little bigger for a diaper and wipes and a bottle of water and a few snacks.

I currently have a canon xti with kit lens, 50 1.8 and 75-200 and a 480exII flash. I'd like to fit the camera with the 50 attatched, the kit lens, and flash probrably the most. Only the 75-200 for kids concerts/etc. Will the lyric be too big? Any idea if the b-hobo will be too small. Don't know if you have experience with this one. I'm hoping to get the canon 60d with the 18-135is eventually, which is obviously a bigger body and lens.

Thank you !!


My Epiphanie Lyric arrived today. I ordered last Thursday. Amazing delivery time considering I live in Australia!
I purchased the Plum colour and it is just a delicious colour. I have not edited the photo's below in terms of colour, so hopefully what you see is a true representation of the colour. Although the material is not leather, the feel of the material is soft and squishy like a soft leather. On the back of the bag is a compartment for the iPad. I have an iPad 2 with a case on it and it fits comfortably in the compartment (see photos). The front has 2 zippered compartments which are deceptively roomy. I can fit my iPhone in there and still have room for tissues and keys - they extend quite a bit. Inside the bag has a small zippered compartments for lady items. The main cavity comes with 3 insert dividers, one tall and 2 shorter ones (see photo). Its hard work getting them in place, but this good because once they are there...they are not moving anywhere! In the photo's I have 7D with 28-135 lens attached, my 10-22mm, my 430 flash, my wallet, small toiletries bag, and still plenty of room in there. I could easily fit my 50mm in there if I wanted to. Fully loaded, the plait strap doesn't work for me, but the larger one with the padding is perfect. The bag doesn't feel overly heaving on the shoulder considering what I had packed in there (had iPad in there as well).
Its a gorgeous bag - I love it!

Also added a post on my blog entry http://www.kathfernandez.com/2012/03/i-had-epiphanie.html

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-qCMSXd3/0/M/i-qCMSXd3-M.jpg

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-DmQmt6K/0/M/i-DmQmt6K-M.jpg

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-T74SwcJ/0/M/i-T74SwcJ-M.jpg

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-q54mZgz/0/M/i-q54mZgz-M.jpg

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-9LJ8cbh/0/M/i-9LJ8cbh-M.jpg

[kathfern]

Hi... I just came accross this site yesterday and finding this very helpful!

Any way you can photo yourself wearing the bag crossbody style?? Please? :)
I love the look of this bag, but I'm concerned on how big it may be for every day. I am torn between the kelly moore b-hobo and this one. I prefer the 4 inch wide since I plan on using it as my everyday bag when I'm out and about.
I found the b-hobo at Hunts Camera yesterday, and I think it may be the perfect size, but then concerned, what if I wanted a little bigger for a diaper and wipes and a bottle of water and a few snacks.

I currently have a canon xti with kit lens, 50 1.8 and 75-200 and a 480exII flash. I'd like to fit the camera with the 50 attatched, the kit lens, and flash probrably the most. Only the 75-200 for kids concerts/etc. Will the lyric be too big? Any idea if the b-hobo will be too small. Don't know if you have experience with this one. I'm hoping to get the canon 60d with the 18-135is eventually, which is obviously a bigger body and lens.

Thank you !!

Hi there, below is a pic of me with the bag, not a great pic but it at least shows you the size of the bag when worn. I am 5ft 7 and of more of a robust physique :o so you can see how it sits on me with the larger strap. Hope this helps!

http://www.kathysphotographs.com/photos/i-QgFgxT2/0/L/i-QgFgxT2-L.jpg

[April]

I found the b-hobo at Hunts Camera yesterday, and I think it may be the perfect size, but then concerned, what if I wanted a little bigger for a diaper and wipes and a bottle of water and a few snacks.

I currently have a canon xti with kit lens, 50 1.8 and 75-200 and a 480exII flash. I'd like to fit the camera with the 50 attatched, the kit lens, and flash probrably the most. Only the 75-200 for kids concerts/etc. Will the lyric be too big? Any idea if the b-hobo will be too small. Don't know if you have experience with this one. I'm hoping to get the canon 60d with the 18-135is eventually, which is obviously a bigger body and lens.

Thank you !!

I have the b-hobo and it is a great everyday size! To test how much I could put in it, I just put my 7D with 24-70mm f2.8 attached (lens facing down and this is a big heavy lens) in the center compartment. I put a 70-200mm f4 in one side and a 580exII flash AND a 50mm f1.4 on the other side. Everything fits fine. The outside zip pocket could hold a wallet, keys, and a few small personal items. No room for water, diapers, etc. Would I want to carry it loaded like this? Not necessarily, at least for very long, even with the nicely padded cross strap! That's over 7 lbs of gear! However, once the camera and whatever lens is attached to the camera is out of the b-hobo, it is easy to carry.

Good luck--I don't think you can go wrong with either bag. I know the Kelly Moore bag is very high quality, and from what I read, the Epiphanie is too. Oh, I am just a little over 5'3", and the b-hobo fits my size pretty well (for a bag that you are lugging around camera gear in :-) Normally, if I need any more gear, I just take a backpack--it's more comfortable for heavier loads...)

[April]

Kathfern,
That is one GORGEOUS bag!! Thanks for posting the photos...maybe I need another bag...or, perhaps, 'need' isn't the right word...

[April]

Sorry for the multiple posts but I just looked up the dimensions of the b-hobo and the lyric. The b-hobo is 15" long x 4" wide x 9.5-10.5" tall (which agrees with mine). The lyric is 13" long x 4" wide x 15" tall. So the b-hobo actually has 2" more length--doesn't seem like much but it may make it feel roomier.

[Lore]

@Lore~ What kind of camera strap is this in your photograph? I'm looking for a 'fun' strap to use, yet still good quality. Did you special order this one, or was it custom?

I get asked this alot, my strap has traveled w/ me through lots of cameras, 20D on through 4 other cameras to my current one ;) I've had it since 2008 when she was an ebay only company... she has her own website now w/ more designs and options & how it attaches to the camera & the logo tab is different too. BUT if the quality is still the same as it was in 2008 I would highly recommend these :D way comfy on the neck, slightly padded, and as you could see in the picture has held up well & looks great!

http://www.jodiescamerastraps.com/

[jpfiff]

Kathfern...

Thank you for posting this picture! I'm still up in the air of what to do though. I'm torn with the height of it, but I think a few diapers can easily be stacked on top if needed, so that is a plus. It does seem that the pockets have more room b/c they seem "looser" so maybe allowing more room for bulkier items (compared to the b-hobo front pockets).

I wish there were retail stores that carried them so I could see it in person compared to the b-hobo. The think I did just notice with the b-hobo is that they added a divider lengthwise for ipad. I think a few diapers and wipes could easily slide in there.

Plus I could drive 40 min tomorrow and buy the b-hobo but I'd have to wait for the epiphanie LOL.. I don't have to have it now, but we are going away in a couple of days, but I can make do with the basic camera bag.

And unfornately my 50mm 1.8 broke in half 2 days ago out of no where while using it, so I'm down a lens right now :/

[sweetpea44]

I get asked this alot, my strap has traveled w/ me through lots of cameras, 20D on through 4 other cameras to my current one ;) I've had it since 2008 when she was an ebay only company... she has her own website now w/ more designs and options & how it attaches to the camera & the logo tab is different too. BUT if the quality is still the same as it was in 2008 I would highly recommend these :D way comfy on the neck, slightly padded, and as you could see in the picture has held up well & looks great!

http://www.jodiescamerastraps.com/

Thanks .... I'll have to check out her website! :-)

[SuzyView]

When I get the chance, I'll get a few shots. I love the bag. Took it to a baby shower on Saturday. It was a big hit!

[michellebee]

I just found this forum and I love all the helpful photos and advice. All these bags look great. Here is another option, too. My new bag is a Silhouette Bag and I love it. It fits all my camera equipment, and has a nice pocket for my iPad or laptop, too.

http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0060/7092/products/DSC_0494-edited_grande.jpg?100165

http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0060/7092/products/DSC_0509-edited_grande.jpg?100165