Love this purse for all the reasons others have listed. Would make it even better if they added a small matching leather zipper pull tab. This would make it easier to open and close the zipper without interfering with its ability to lock the purse. I found it very frustrating to grab the small metal zipper pull. I ordered a separate leather one from Amazon to attach to the clip and this is now perfect. Can’t wait to take it on my multiple trips planned for Europe later this year.
Dear Arielle,
Thank you so much for the beautiful Thaefæl bag and the exceptional service you provided. From the generous 30% offer to your thoughtful communication, every part of the experience felt personal and deeply appreciated.
Now to the bag! It is absolutely gorgeous — the packaging and powerful affirmation made opening it an experience in itself. I can sense the care, intention, and artistry that went into every detail. The bag feels wonderfully luxurious, and the strap is both stylish and comfortable, giving me a real sense of security.
I took my bag into the city and, for the first time since the unfortunate theft of my phone, I felt truly safe carrying my essentials. This design has genuinely transformed my city experiences — it feels graceful, beautiful, and empowering and I absolutely love the colour!
Thank you again for creating something so meaningful. It’s clear this bag was designed not only with elegance in mind but with the wearer’s confidence and wellbeing at heart.
With gratitude,
Subpreet XXX
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this, Subpreet.
We’re incredibly grateful for your kind words, and we’re especially moved to hear how carrying your Thafael bag helped you feel safe and confident again after such a difficult experience.
Knowing that the design, craftsmanship, and intention behind the bag truly made a difference in your city travels means everything to us. This is exactly why Thafael exists , to help women move through the world with elegance, confidence, and peace of mind.
Thank you for trusting Thafael and for being part of our community
The smell of the bag is intolerable. It smells like bad foot odor. Smell continues even after taken out of the box.
Great quality, fashionable, and has good security features.
Great bag with many pockets. Super high quality. I will feel safe traveling with this bag :-)
Excellent customer service!
I’ve owned anti-theft bags before, but they always felt bulky, ugly, or screamed tourist. Thafael is the first one that actually looks luxury while quietly doing its job.
The lockable zippers, hidden pockets, and RFID protection mean I don’t have to constantly check my bag — which is huge in crowded cities and airports. I love how organized it is too; everything has a place, so I’m not digging around for my phone or passport.
The vegan leather feels premium and surprisingly soft, and I’ve worn it all day without shoulder pain. It fits my essentials perfectly without feeling heavy or oversized.
If you want something beautiful, secure, and thoughtfully designed, this is 100% worth it. I wouldn’t travel without it now.
I’m absolutely loving my new travel purse that my husband Octavio bought for our Europe trip! The size is perfect — not too big and not too small — and the style is simple yet so elegant. It has just the right amount of space for my credit cards, sunglasses, makeup, and even a convenient zipper pocket inside. I also really appreciate the anti-theft zipper on the outside and the dedicated phone slot. The thick, sturdy strap gives me extra peace of mind that no one can cut it easily while traveling. Truly the perfect travel purse…I just love it! 💕✈️👜
After a terrible experience with the strap of the initial crossbody, I decided to give the updated model a go, as it's so hard to find a conspicuous anti-theft bag that's stylish! I must say, THIS BAG IS ABSOLUTELY PERFECT! The strap itself is VERY substantial and padded and the buckle holds the length of the strap in place perfectly (my issues with the previous model). The body of the purse is still perfect - so many pockets and compartments and so easy to organize all of my essentials for quick grabbing. I'm so glad I gave it another go, and I can't wait to take this on my next international adventure! Arielle is awesome and prioritizes her customer's satisfaction. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!
Waw ! This absolutely made my day. Thank you so much for giving Thafael another try — and for trusting us after your first experience. I’m genuinely so happy that the new strap and design are working perfectly for you. We poured everything into improving this model, so hearing this means a lot. Wishing you the most amazing international trip with your new bag — and please share some pictures of you and your bag on your trip
Arielle
The bag is absolutely beautiful and I love all of the compartments inside the alleviate the need to carry a wallet. The extra safety lock features are great. Arielle, is very personal and has responded to every question/e-mail I have sent and has been great to work with.
The strap is super flimsy. For the price, I would have thought it would be more substantial. I used this bag during an international travel day, totaling 18 hours in the airport, and I hated it by the end because of the strap. It kept getting twisted and tangled and was so hard to unravel, because the ring that holds it didn’t even stop the twisting. The strap didn’t hold its length with the metal piece, and as I walked through airports, it got longer and longer. And the cushion for the strap never stayed where it was supposed to. My neck and collar bone was rubbed raw by the end of it all. The purse itself is amazing, so much organization and practical flow, but I regret purchasing it because of the strap. I’m considering asking for a refund. Buyer beware.
6 countries in 3 weeks and my Thafael bag was my trusty, stylish, comfortable and very secure companion. I always felt like I had confidence in how it functioned, was so easy to adjust the strap as required which made travelling on trains, planes and buses a breeze. It is so absolutely gorgeous and I got many compliments!
The first thing I noticed when I unboxed my Thafael bag was how beautiful it is — it doesn’t look like a travel bag at all, which I absolutely love. The quality and craftsmanship are excellent, and I can already tell it’s going to be great for my upcoming trip next year. Even though I haven’t used it yet, I can already say it makes me feel stylish, confident, organized, and safe just wearing it. The size seems just right for what I need. If I could change one thing, it might be to make the opening a bit easier to access — but otherwise, it’s such a thoughtfully designed and secure purse. Thank you for creating such a beautiful and safe travel purse!
Originally when l started looking for a travel bag that was firstly as anti theft as possible but also stylish l came to a dead end.
More googling got me to Arielle’s site and l was honestly thrilled- it’s perfect for day sightseeing but also taking out to a beautiful restaurant and feeling confident!
Well done Arielle. X
Finding a stylish anti-theft handbag felt as likely as finding a unicorn; then I happened upon the unicorn. The Thafael bag's sleek, modern design immediately caught my eye. When it arrived, the presentation made me feel like I was unveiling a high-end designer bag. It is even more stunning in person. I love all of the pockets inside and the strap on the outside to attach it to a restaurant chair. I love the size; I can't carry a huge, heavy bag anymore. I have been carrying it everyday to become comfortable with it before my upcoming trips. There are only two slight issues that, for me, keep it froming being perfect. First, while I love that the rigid shape doesn't flop over when I put it down, that rigidity makes it a bit difficult to open the small opening very far to retrieve items in the bottom of the bag. Secondly, the fabric divider inside is too floppy. I'd suggest making it double thickness with a zipper on top, making the entire divider a pocket. I look forward to carrying it on vacation. I feel like I won't stand out as much as a tourist with a beautiful bag instead of a typical nylon bag. Thank you, Thafael, for giving us a bag that has both security and style.
Christy, Thank you so much for this beautiful review — comparing Thafael to a unicorn truly made our day! We're thrilled that the sleek design and unboxing experience gave you that high-end feel, and we love hearing how you're already making it part of your daily life ahead of your travels.
Your feedback is incredibly appreciated — and you’ll be happy to hear that we’ve already applied both of the changes you mentioned in the new model we’re working on! The opening is now wider for easier access, and the inner divider has been redesigned to be more structured and fully functional as a zippered pocket. Wishing you the most memorable and stylish travels ahead — we’re so grateful to be part of your journey. Thank you again for trusting Thafael.
Arielle & the Thafael team
Nicely made bag, doesn’t look cheap or like it’ll wear too quickly. My favorite feature is how many different pockets/zippers this bag has. My biggest gripe with most bags is that they’re hard to organize due to lack of enough compartments, but this one has plenty! Would love to see a slightly larger version sometime in the future as I like to have snacks and a book with me everywhere. Overall, great quality.
I’m so thankful for the Thafael bag—in just a few short months, it truly became my travel companion. It’s been absolutely everywhere with me: London, Rome, Florence, Cattolica, Orvieto, Salt Lake City, Denver, San Diego, Portland, Puerto Peñasco, and all around Tucson. It held everything I needed, zipped up securely, and even survived my child using it as a support when she was "just too tired to walk anymore." It’s been dropped, tugged, attached to chairs, and had food spilled on it—and still looks great.
What I appreciated most was how safe I felt. The RFID protection and lockable zippers and straps gave me so much peace of mind. Eventually, I stopped constantly touching it at tourist spots because those safety features became second nature. It looked stylish, carried all my kid's little treasures (from rocks to gelato mascots!), and functioned beautifully. Everything zipped and clipped with zero fuss. I couldn’t have asked for more.
And yet, I keep asking more of this Thafael—and it keeps delivering. Arizona summers are no joke: 120-degree days followed by monsoon rains and 50-degree temperature swings. I’ve accidentally left the bag in the car more than once. While my lipsticks have melted, the edge coating on the bag is still flawless, and the cactus leather has shown no signs of wear or warping. This bag is made to last—on the road, in the desert, and even during a kindergartener’s dessert.
Thank you, Arielle, for creating a bag line that feels truly elevated—designed for travelers who want more from their accessories than a misshapen “travel bag” reluctantly pulled from the closet or borrowed from their mom. (Thanks, Mom… but never again!)
Wow — this left me speechless. Thank you so much for sharing such a vivid, heartfelt story of how your Thafael bag has traveled with you (and your little one!) through so many incredible places and moments. Reading that it’s held up through spills, tugging, desert heat, and kindergartener “dessert duty” — and still looks great — honestly gave me chills.
But what touched me most was hearing how it gave you peace of mind. That’s exactly why I created Thafael — to give women a sense of security and style without having to settle for something they’d never wear at home. Your line about never going back to your mom’s old travel bag made me laugh out loud — I FEEL YOU. 😄
Thank you again for taking the time to write this. Your words mean more than you know — and they’re exactly what keeps us going.
With all my gratitude,
Arielle
The bag is beautiful and super sleek, and the quality seems great so far.
The only thing I wish you could do is offer different colors — I’d definitely go for a darker brown or a black.
I’d recommend this to my friends for sure — it seems really efficient with space, comfortable, and offers loads of protection.
Also, great customer service with the issue I had around the discount.
This is definitely making me look forward to my trip!
Samantha, I'm so glad you're loving the sleek design and quality — and that it's already making you look forward to your trip! ✨
We really appreciate the color suggestion — you're not the only one asking for a darker brown or black, and I can tell you we’re working on expanding to 6 color options for future releases. 🙌
It also means a lot to hear that you felt supported through your customer service experience — that’s something we care deeply about. Wishing you the most amazing (and secure!) adventures ahead, and thank you again for sharing your thoughts and recommending us.
Arielle & the Thafael team
my feedback so far is……. I love everything about it…..except that the entire bag doesn’t sit flat against my body, presumably because the bottom part is wider than the top
Its beautifully made, I love the colour & also love the cross body strap….beautiful fabric. A lot of thought has gone into the design….congratulations on your lovely quality product.
For me personally….it would be ideal/perfect if it was just a bit smaller (or slimmer at the bottom part of bag) & the entire bag sits flat against my body.
I will keep it and use it and see how it feels & works for me.
If you make a smaller version ….please let me know….I would love that.
Once again….congratulations on making a product that women travellers need that is no-where else on the market….a beautiful, lovely quality, travel safe bag.
I've been in the market for an adorable anti-theft bag for a while. I wasn't willing to sacrifice style, and Thafael delivered. I like how there are lots of pockets to keep organized. One of my favorite features is the RFID protection to keep the scammers out. This bag is perfect, especially if you're traveling to Europe!
Thank you Gina ! We're so happy to hear that Thafael checked all the boxes for you—style, security, and organization. The RFID protection is such a game-changer, especially when traveling to Europe! Wishing you many amazing (and scammer-free 😉) adventures with your Thafael bag! ✨ #YourJourneyYourWay
One of the things that drew me to the Thafael crossbody bag was the fact that it’s a fashionable anti-theft purse.
Even though I love my other anti-theft purses, they’re not as stylish. Instead, this luxurious vegan leather anti-theft travel bag allows me to be protected while looking more put together on the go.
I adore the locking zippers that make me feel safe and the padded shoulder strap that takes much of the weight off my shoulders and prevents slipping. My only issues are the money pocket, which can be a bit hard to get into, and the locking zipper, which can be hard to close if the main compartment is fully open.
Thank you so much Michelle for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that you love the stylish, anti-theft design of the Thafael crossbody bag—especially as a digital nomad on the go. It’s exactly why we created it: to offer security without compromising on style!
We appreciate your feedback on the money pocket and locking zipper. Your insights help us refine our designs to make them even better.
Wishing you many safe and stylish travels with your Thafael bag! ✨ #YourJourneyYourWay
Pros:
- Extremely well-made. The finishing is impeccable. You can tell from the distance that it is a high-quality bag. It looks so good that you feel as if you are wearing a luxury brand purse.
- The design is very clever and sophisticated. I love how versatile this crossbody bag is.
- Even though it would be nice to have more color options available, this shade is very pretty, and it's very easy to pair with most outfits.
• Cons:
- So far, I haven't really used the middle pocket, so I would probably remove it to have more space inside the bag (I think this middle pocket limits the space available).
- Since this is a travel crossbody bag, I think it needs to have enough space for a mini-umbrella or scarf.
Thank you so much Jenny for your review! We’re so happy you love the quality and design of the Thafael bag—it’s amazing to hear that it gives you that luxury feel while keeping things secure!
We really appreciate your feedback on the space inside. The middle pocket is meant to help with organization, but we get that having more room for things like a mini umbrella or scarf would be super useful. We’ll definitely keep that in mind for future designs!
Thanks again for sharing your thoughts. Hope you enjoy many stylish and safe travels with your Thafael bag! ✨ #YourJourneyYourWay
The anti-theft features definitely give me some much-needed peace of mind for traveling (who wants to spend their vacation worrying about their phone or wallet going missing?), but the cherry on top is the organization. I swear I keep finding new pockets in this bag—it holds *so* much. I can't wait for all the adventures that lie ahead!
Thank you so much Alyssa, for your kind words! We're so happy to hear that the anti-theft features are giving you peace of mind and that you're loving all the pockets (they really are a game-changer!). We can’t wait to see where your Thafael bag takes you next—wishing you many safe and exciting adventures ahead! 😊✨
I have had my bag for over a month now and have been using it almost daily! Not only is it beautiful and sturdy, but also functional and convenient. My only wish is that the top opening could be a bit wider but love all the pockets & slots for all my necessary items and the anti-theft features. I can't wait to travel with it to Europe during the holidays this year!
Aida, We're thrilled to hear how much you're enjoying your bag’s beauty, sturdiness, and functionality. 😊
We also saw your stunning photos on Instagram—your Thafael bag paired beautifully with your European outfits! ✨ We're so happy it was part of your adventures and hope it made your travels even more special. Thank you for your feedback about the top opening—we’ll keep that in mind for future designs. Wishing you many more stylish and safe journeys ahead!
The selling point for me is the vegan leather made from Cacti. Once I read about it I HAD to see it in person. I honestly cannot tell that it is not genuine animal skin. I am amazed and sincerely hope that this becomes the standard. This idea is SO innovative and extremely well executed. This particular bag is not exactly the style I would typically choose for myself, but the material matters more to me. I will actively seek out more products made from this revolutionary leather from now on. I think any vegan would be delighted to receive this; it would make such a thoughtful gift.