The Original Seatbelt Bags
Let me get straight to some interesting specifications:
- Genuine flight satin, as used by the U.S. Airforce to produce flight jackets
- Real-life seatbelt material, capable of withstanding strains of 5,000+ lbs of tension
- YKK zippers, the smoothest on the market
- Nylon 69 stitching, NASA-approved and meets government specs VT95
- Italian chrome-plated feet
- Powerful magnetic snap
What sounds like a handbook for either a level-3 kevlar vest that 50 Cent would wear, or some fancy high tech gadget that has top secret gov’ment clearance (cuz it’s just so damned fancy), is indeed nothing but a boring, ol’ handbag.
Actually, it’s anything but boring. It’s a brilliant symbiosis of materials and application, it’s the Seatbelt Bags from Harveys Industries Inc. The patented bags come in a vast variety of shapes, sizes and colors. With messenger bags, totes, baguette bags, overnighters, clutches, in mini, large, or XXL, and 10 different shades, you are facing thousands of different varieties. Fabulous! Prices for the cool bags start at $60 and go up to $150, available at Zappos.com.
Thanks to brian@TFS for discovering this!
- Posted by Vlad on 5.1.2005 in Clutches , Handbags , Messenger Bags , Shoulder Bags , Totes.
Thanks for highlighting the seatbelt bags!
They’ve been around for quite a while, and I’ve coveted them terribly. Many funky gift stores carry them because of the novelty, but they are nice bags. I’ve seen lots of ladies on the streets carry them to perk up a conservative business wardrobe.
5.4.2005 - 7:08 am
I think these purses are terribly novel, however, impractical…they’re just too heavy!
5.4.2005 - 8:38 am
Heavy they may be, but they sure won’t budge any load, that’s for sure.
5.4.2005 - 9:12 am
I have a seatbelt bag, and yes, it’s a bit heavy, but I love it. I get compliments on the street often. I want to get another, bigger one.
5.4.2005 - 12:51 pm
these bags are cute except there is only one with a not so heavy look
7.5.2005 - 3:48 pm
my husband got me like, 5!!!!!!!! i’m so lucky
they’re kinda heavy though………………………………… oh well!
7.7.2005 - 4:21 pm
I have a seatbelt bag and love it!!!!!! I don’t find it to be heavy unless I put too much stuff in it. Love them all!!!
8.1.2005 - 2:15 am
Well, my husband got me like 6!!!!!!!! I am even luckier. I work out so I don’t think they are heavy at all…………… excerize girls!
2.28.2006 - 12:59 pm
Does anyone know where to get a knock-off seatbelt bag?
2.28.2006 - 7:26 pm
I found a blue seatbelt bag yesterday at Goodwill for $2.50!!! I have seen these bags around, but never owned one myself.. I went home and checked it out and it is authentic. It has the original “Harveys” Tag. I looked online and it retails for $92.00. I was going to sell it on Ebay- I was wondering what price I should ask for it??
Thanks!
3.1.2006 - 10:02 pm
Hey gals with 5 to 6 bag why don’t you sell me a couple for my sis and I ? we love love love the bags but hate the prices. were sorta looking for the mini styles and would just die for mini prices to match. Thanks for listening / lovin it gal
4.13.2006 - 12:13 pm
Yeah I want mini prices too. Someone hook a sista up.
4.28.2006 - 7:12 pm
This 50+ year old seatbelt manufacturer is branching into a new line of bag, purse, and tote products. Check it out at http://www.bucklebag.com
12.21.2006 - 4:15 pm
I have a sage medium zip up tote and absolutely love it:) It’s nice to be in school and see that no one else has a bag like mine. I am one for practicality and this bag is definitely for me. It is a bit heavy, but for the use I put into my bag, it’s worth it. Thank you seatbelt bag:)
P.S. Does anyone know the best way to clean a seatbelt bag? I’m assuming the washer/dryer method won’t cut it. Lol.
1.10.2007 - 7:23 pm
these are so cute. i could kill for the black and white checkered one but i cant find it ANYWHERE. anyone know where to get it, and in that size?
1.14.2007 - 1:30 am
i found seatbelt handbags in a variety of colors at http://www.southernsistersdesigns.com
1.14.2007 - 1:38 am
If you are looking for bags, purses, and totes made of seatbelt webbing. Check http://www.bucklebag.com.
1.14.2007 - 10:25 pm
For the real seatbelt bags visit seatbeltbags.com
accept no imitations. People work hard on these bags. Knock offs are never in fashion.
2.27.2007 - 7:37 pm
stylinbags.com is what’s wrong with America
2.27.2007 - 7:37 pm
I bought 3 seatbelt bags at stylinbags.com and I love them! They are half the price of Harveys.
3.9.2007 - 10:37 am
Why did my last comment get deleted? http://www.stylinbags.com rocks
3.14.2007 - 9:00 pm
You’ve got it all wrong - http://www.stylinbags.com is what is RIGHT with America. Even a poor gal can enjoy designer style.
3.14.2007 - 9:20 pm
I made the same comment and it was deleted also! I guess Harveys doesn’t like competition.
3.16.2007 - 3:05 am
bucklebags are a new style of bags made from seatbelt materials from an actual seatbelt company. all bags are made with a lifetime guarantee. Checkout http://www.bucklebag.com.
3.28.2007 - 3:11 pm
Stylin’ Bags is now out of business.
4.25.2007 - 10:59 pm
I love these bags! I have never noticed that they are heavy. I have a brown one but I would love one in every color!!
6.24.2007 - 9:46 pm
i have a baby pink harvey’s seat belt bag, and love it(so does everyone else) harvey’s and juicy are two of the most youthful looking bags out right now. i think that paying the price for an original bag is worth it. they are so incredibly durable and not to mention, easy to wash. toothbrush + soap= a clean bag hope my comments helped
8.20.2007 - 11:07 am
I just had a patient come in today with one. She got it at the Gault Flea Market (central valley town) it was a multicolored one that was toooo cute! $20! That’s what made me come home and get on the web to look. Good luck!
8.28.2007 - 8:34 pm
I love my seatbelt bag, and have the wallet and change purse too!! Love ‘em!
Does anyone know where the Harvey’s warehouse is? I heard it’s in Costa Mesa and you can get discounted prices there.
10.21.2007 - 12:59 am
Hi all,
I have had my Harveys Seatbelt Bags (black and champagne large totes)for 2 years…. I love them!!! You can wash them with soap and water. They look great with anything. I own several Coach Bags that have been sitting in my closet for the past year…I paid a bundle for them and I never use anymore. I am on the fence about buying the Harveys Classic Leopard Large Satchel it’s $144.00…. Does anyone out there own one?
As for buying knock off bags I myself wouldn’t do it… Did you watch the 20/20 segment about knock offs supporting terrorist organizations? Who wants to support Bin Laden!!!! FYI i don’t work for Seatbelt Bags… I am only a consumer
11.1.2007 - 10:23 pm
Help me I can not find any seatbelt bags under $90 can anyone tell me a place to get some that are under $90
11.22.2007 - 3:17 pm
Girls! Ebay Ebay Ebay!!! If you are looking for cheap ones but real ones… go for one that has been lightly used. If not, you are gonna have to pay the full price… DEAL!
3.9.2008 - 8:34 am
I have a knock-off bag . I got it at a local (Santa Fe Springs) in southern cali. swapmeet. You could try outlets. Ask around from other venders. It looks a lot like the real ones but the only difference I think is that the knock off ones dont have the little 5-columns on the seatbelt strap. Its just black checkered Nylon they come on many colors. !Hope you find one and they are cheap too!! mine is a large executive tote for only 25 dollars!! in a variety of colors. Mine is black.
4.23.2008 - 5:48 pm
ues mild soap with toothbrush. But dont wash/dry or take it to the dry cleaners!
4.23.2008 - 5:51 pm
We carry “knock off” seatbelt purses in our boutique. If you are still interested contact me through my business email: tweedandpearls@yahoo.com.
5.1.2008 - 1:52 pm
We carry “knock off” seatbelt bags in my boutique. If you are still seeking one, contact me through my business email: tweedandpearls@yahoo.com.
5.1.2008 - 1:56 pm
Amazing that you can make a purse out of a seat belt when some people can’t even figure out how to use them.
6.25.2008 - 10:07 pm
please contact me by e-mail about your knock off seatbelt purses. i have been looking everywhere.
rxtek4@comcast.net
8.25.2008 - 5:15 pm
I sell purses and do purse parties and we carry seat belt purses they aren’t the harveys brand but made very well and in lots of great colors. E-mail me if you are interested.
10.6.2008 - 12:41 am