Okay so today I wanna chat about making that little Marmont mini bag actually work for everyday. Look, I bought this cute tiny thing on a whim last month at TJ Maxx – classic black with that gold GG, was like $89? Thought it’d be super easy. Ha. Reality check.
First Try Was…Awkward.
Grabbed it for quick grocery run. Just threw it over one shoulder like I do with bigger totes. Mistake. That short chain strap? The bag kept flipping upside down every two steps. Like literally spinning. Phone nearly faceplanted the pavement. Plus felt totally stuffed – keys, small wallet, lip balm…jam packed. Zero room for anything else. Got home feeling kinda dumb.
Fiddled With The Strap Situation
The strap length? Disaster. Too short for crossbody worn high, too long worn low. Sat down fiddling with the buckle for like 10 minutes. Couldn’t get it just right. Gave up, clipped it all the way to the middle link inside the rings. Still not perfect, but less flippy. Learned: gotta lock that buckle setting.
Test Run #1: Casual Errands
Threw on my super boring basics:
- Beige oversized sweater
- Dark wash skinny jeans (yeah, still wear ’em)
- Plain white sneakers
Wore the Marmont mini crossbody on the tightened strap. This…worked? Kept hands free carrying groceries. Bag looked kinda cute nestled against the slouchy sweater. Didn’t try to fight it or stuff it full. Keys + tiny cardholder + phone only. Minimalism wins.
Test Run #2: Coffee Date Vibe
Tried dressing it up a smidge.
- Black mock neck fitted tee
- High-waisted black trousers (the flowy kind)
- Simple black loafers
Wore it just single shoulder this time since I wasn’t hauling stuff. Carried essentials only. Felt surprisingly polished? That little gold GG added just enough “fancy” to the all-black without yelling “LOOK AT ME”. Messy bun, no makeup – kept it real.
Biggest Lesson? Keep It Light & Chill
Seriously, the less you force into that tiny space, the better it looks and feels. No overstuffing. Accept its size. Wear it crossbody tightened up for hands-free days or single shoulder for quick outings. Don’t try to make it hold your whole life. And screw the fancy outfits – it shines best with basic, comfy stuff. My beat-up sneaks and that tiny bag? Unexpected buddies. Might just throw a hair tie around the strap tomorrow…fight me.
