One bag, three ways to wear it. The Samui Convertible Shoulder Bag is a versatile crossbody bag made in Thailand with an adjustable strap that lets you wear it over your shoulder, across your body, or around your waist as a fanny pack. Its roomy crescent shape gives you more carrying space than a typical belt bag while keeping the relaxed, hands free feel that makes this style so easy to use.
The wide bottom is one of our favorite details. It gives the Samui a surprisingly generous interior without making the bag feel stiff or bulky against your body. Interior pockets give smaller essentials their own place, so you can separate things like keys, cards, or lip balm from everything else you're carrying. The interior is also easy to wipe clean, which is always a win for a bag designed to actually be used.
The adjustable strap is what makes this convertible bag especially versatile. Wear it long as a crossbody when you want your hands free, shorten it for a casual shoulder bag, or adjust it around your waist for a larger take on the classic fanny pack. It is an especially useful design for travel and busy everyday days when you want your essentials close without carrying a traditional purse.
Available in Rust, Yellow, Olive, Navy, and Black, the solid colors make the Samui easy to pair with everything from colorful tie dye clothing and patchwork prints to simple everyday basics. We especially love the Navy paired with the Anika Tie Dye Jogger Pants for a comfortable look that balances bold color with an easy solid accessory.
If you have been searching for an everyday bag that falls somewhere between a roomy crossbody and a compact belt bag, the Samui might be your sweet spot.
Why You’ll Love It
- Made in Thailand
- Convertible design gives you multiple ways to wear it
- Adjustable strap
- Wear as a crossbody bag, shoulder bag, or fanny pack
- Wide bottom creates extra interior room
- Interior pockets help organize smaller essentials
- Easy to wipe clean interior
- Soft silhouette sits comfortably against the body
- Hands free option for travel and everyday errands
- Available in Rust, Yellow, Olive, Navy, and Black
How Can You Wear the Samui Bag?
That is really what makes this bag special.
Lengthen the adjustable strap and wear it across your body as a crossbody bag. Shorten it and carry it over one shoulder for a more traditional shoulder bag look. Adjust it again and wear it around your waist as a roomy fanny pack or belt bag.
Being able to change the strap also means you can experiment with where the bag sits against your body instead of being locked into one fixed strap length.
Is the Samui Bag Roomy?
Yes. Its wide crescent shaped bottom creates more interior room than you might expect from the streamlined shape.
That makes it a great option for someone who likes the convenience of a fanny pack but regularly finds traditional belt bags too small. Interior pockets also help keep little necessities from getting lost inside the main compartment.
Is It a Good Travel Bag?
The convertible construction makes the Samui particularly useful for travel. You can wear it crossbody when you want your belongings close and your hands free, switch to a shoulder bag for a casual day out, or wear it around your waist when that feels most convenient.
The easy to clean interior is another practical bonus for a bag that may spend plenty of time accompanying you on the go.
How Should You Style It?
Because the Samui comes in solid colors, it is an easy counterpoint to the colorful patterns found throughout our hippie clothing and boho clothing.
Pair the Navy with the Anika Tie Dye Jogger Pants, wear Olive with earthy cotton separates, or use Rust and Yellow to bring a warm pop of color to a neutral outfit. You can also explore our hippie bags for more ways to carry your everyday essentials.
