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Namaste Laguna Handbag {Spring Event Review & Giveaway #30}

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namaste logoNamaste bags may have been created with the knitter in mind but most importantly to be multi-functional.  Because of that, they are not limited to knitters but are instead a great bag for anyone needing both style and function. With hectic schedules that can lead to chaos, one thing that can help keep any mother just a little more sane is a great bag like those created by Namaste. With features like magnetic closures, metal feet,  thick adjustable straps and multiple compartments your bag can help you deal with whatever life dishes out. And of course your fashionable self won’t be able to resist the look, feel and fabulous colors these bags have to offer. All Namsate bags are also durable, easy to clean and made of animal friendly materials!

Namaste LagunaIs it possible to not just love a bag but be in love with a bag? I’m seriously in a long term relationship with my peacock Laguna bag. We may have only been together a few months but I’m already going steady and haven’t cheated by using another handbag since. I can’t break away from two seemingly simple features that will keep the Laguna bag at my side. Perhaps I simply need a few more colors…

The first is is the ability for this bag carry a lot or a little and still look good. The narrower top portion of the bag folds naturally over the back and will keep the bag low when you don’t need to carry a lot or can stand up when you find yourself with small shopping bags, kids jackets and hats, or toys like that large shiny red convertible your son wants to bring everywhere. Who needs a diaper bag when my purse can quickly double as one? I love the magnetic closures and front and back outside pockets making my keys, cell phone or sunglasses quickly accessible.

Namaste Laguna Bag 2I also adore the adjustable shoulder straps which are removable and can go from 30″ to 53″ in length. Because of the lower drop,  I can easily carry my two year old on the same hip as my bag. He rides right over it, leaving my other side completely free! I haven’t had the luxury of this seemingly simple option since having kids and now I’m not sure I can live without it.

namaste laguna bag
I also had the pleasure of reviewing the Zuma bag last fall (check out my review here). I think it is only fair to offer you a comparison. Trust me, you would be thrilled with either of them and I really think the decision depends upon what you are looking for in a bag. The Zuma sits high up under the arm while the Laguna will ride much lower. And while the Zuma can hold a lot the Laguna can hold an AWFUL LOT OF LOOT. Of course with that, the bag can become quite heavy and you may find yourself a bag lady forgetting to empty your purse and lugging way too much around. The Zuma definitely offers you quicker access but the Laguna will keep your contents safer. At this point in my life I personally would choose the Laguna, if only for the longer straps.

Namaste Zuma Olive

Buy it: The Laguna bag can be purchased for $79 directly from the Namaste website or from a retail location near you! Don’t forget to check out their awesome accessories, including the Oh Snap! pouches which carries the diaper changing supplies within my purse like a charm!

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{ Giveaway }

Namaste would like to give one of my very lucky readers their choice of bag and color. (Subject to availability.)

MAIN ENTRY: Visit Namaste and tell me what bag and color you would have to choose if you won!

Want more entries? (I KNOW I don’t need to ask for this one!) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

-Spring into Spring! Enter the Just Jen Giveaway at The Shopping Mama & tell me below!
-Leave a comment on the Namaste blog (they could use a little comment love)
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This contest will end on 5/18/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. and Canada residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 72 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a sample for the purpose of this review but no other type of compensation was received. This has no bearing on my completely honest review above. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

About Emilie

Emilie is a mom of three boys ages 12, 11, and 7. She loves to share recipes and crafts along with stories about parenting, travel and awesome products. Favorite activities include watching football, cuddling with kids and spending time in the kitchen. Not a fan of laundry, nagging, or drama. Join her here and on her dessert blog, ohmysugarhigh.com where she shares her love of baking!

Comments

  55. racergirl1313 says

    May 4, 2010 at 9:34 am

    I love the Zuma! I can’t decide between Hollywood Pink or Turquoise, they are both fab!

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  60. Adrienne says

    May 4, 2010 at 9:38 am

    Eeek! Can you please delete comment #55 (I accidentally submitted it before I finished…).

    What I was going to say:

    If I won this AWESOME giveaway, I’d choose a Zuma in peacock!

    Reply

  130. Amanda says

    May 4, 2010 at 10:17 am

    I like the Namaste’s Laguna bag in red! I could fit everything in it probably could use it for a diaper bag too.

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  137. amber says

    May 4, 2010 at 10:28 am

    Ooh those bags are so cute! I want the Zuma handbag in either Turquoise, Teal, Eggplant or Charcoal. I’m feeling a bit indecisive 😉 Lol, all are gorgeous colors and designs! Thanks so much.

    Reply

  169. Colleen Turner says

    May 4, 2010 at 11:03 am

    I LOVE The Monroe in Eggplant or Hollywood Pink. All the colors are gorgeous and I would love to win this bag…fingers crossed!

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  178. Colleen Turner says

    May 4, 2010 at 11:07 am

    I left a comment on the Namaste blog saying how much I loved their Monroe bag and that I was entering the contest here to try to win one!

    Reply

  193. Nicole B. says

    May 4, 2010 at 11:15 am

    I am having a hard time choosing, but right now I am leaning toward the Monroe in Eggplant. But it may choose by the day 🙂

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  261. Christine Roeske says

    May 4, 2010 at 12:58 pm

    WOW! I love these bags! I’d love an Eggplant Zuma or a red Laguna; both are GORG bags.

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  341. Kirsten says

    May 4, 2010 at 2:48 pm

    Dear God, I could have stayed there forever choosing. The Monroe in Peacock but ask me later and I will have chosen another. Beautiful bags!

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  436. Geri@heartnsoulcooking says

    May 4, 2010 at 10:14 pm

    The Monroe in Eggplant. I love the color purple and this is an AWESOME!!! purse in purple.

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  498. Tami says

    May 5, 2010 at 11:10 am

    I like the Hermosa or the Laguna… on second thought… bigger is better so I’d say the Monroe bag is the best choice in peacock. 😀

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  538. Danica D. says

    May 5, 2010 at 8:34 pm

    I am a fan of Baby Loving Mama on facebook… screen name on there is FrozenSnow85

    Winterbreeze85 at yahoo dot com

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  539. Danica D. says

    May 5, 2010 at 8:34 pm

    I am a fan of Namaste on facebook… screen name on there is FrozenSnow85

    Winterbreeze85 at yahoo dot com

    Reply

  548. Krista says

    May 5, 2010 at 11:11 pm

    I would choose the Cali Collection Zuma handbag. The color is a little more difficult for me to decide on! I would say as of right now, I would want Peacock, Red, or Black.

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  625. Eileen says

    May 6, 2010 at 11:30 pm

    I’d pick the Laguna in Red! ( I LOVE the Monroe style too…are you going to review that one next???!!!)

    thanks so much…love the great color selection!

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  756. Amo says

    May 8, 2010 at 1:36 pm

    I left a comment on the April 22nd post about Uber BAby on the Namaste blog! (it didn’t show up immediately, though)

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  855. Rebecca Orr says

    May 10, 2010 at 6:06 pm

    The Zuma bag is really sleek looking! I love it. All the colors are great…especially the charcoal and the turquoise. Thanks for the chance. bekki1820cb at gmail

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  926. Claude says

    May 12, 2010 at 5:55 pm

    What beautiful handbags! I would definitely choose the Zuma in Peacock, it’s gorgeous!

    Thanks for the chance to win!

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  962. Kevin England says

    May 13, 2010 at 8:26 am

    I have no idea on style or color. My wife carries her crochet with her everywhere in a reusable grocery store sack. I just ran up on this site and thought this would be too cool foe her.

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  997. Maria A. Malaveci says

    May 14, 2010 at 7:20 am

    Left a comment on the Namaste Blog. Not seeing it yet, but hopefully it shows up soon!

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  1000. Maria A. Malaveci says