Kipling Defea in Burnt Carmine Unboxing!

I’m excited about using this new bag for the fall. I love the color and number of pockets and the substantial design and fabric. It seems very well made. It has plenty of room though it doesn’t appear to be huge and could easily contain my journaling supplies and Travelers notebooks or overnight necessities for a brief road trip. The gorilla adds a fun, quirky touch but could be removed if you don’t like him. (Or is it a she?)

[@Shelley-nl8ct]

Hi Gail I love the defea bag I have 3 of them x

[@christinenightingale2528]

Hi! I'm probably a bit late to the party here. Just found your video. Kipling bags are made out of a strong nylon. The monkeys all have a tag with names on. I've been a kipling collector for about 15 years now. I hope you have enjoyed your Defea bag. I love the colour. 😊

[@gailsbookishthings5191]

I’m so glad you commented. Thank you!
I have enjoyed the bag and the color...it seems to work well with lots of colors I like, too.
It is really cute that the monkeys all have names! ☺️ What are your favorite Kipling bags?

[@christinenightingale2528]

Hi Gail. My fave kipling has to be my Osvo. Its a small cross body bag and I use it for holidays. I took it to San Francisco in 2016. Was perfect. The UK kiplings have different names and colours to the USA ones. I would LOVE a Sady but they are non existent here in the UK. XXX

[@gailsbookishthings5191]

That’s interesting...why do they change the names, I wonder? 🤔
I will look up your favorites!

[@Camie1076]

Hi, Gail. Great video. I'm a new Kipling fan and would like to know if you're still using this bag and if so, how it's worn over 2 years.

[@gailsbookishthings5191]

So sorry that I never replied…I just now saw this! 😢
It’s been four years now and the bag is holding up marvelously. I hope you found your answer elsewhere since I missed this. ❤