Isn’t technology wonderful? Never in a million years when I was little would I have believed that one day you could make phone calls in the middle of no where, or watch a movie from the backseat of your car. Back in the day the coolest technology was the Walkman and cable TV.
These days technology is not only every where – it’s also a huge part of our lives. Most people have either a smartphone, tablet or some kind of device that they take on the go to not only keep them connected, but also entertained.
All this technology does require something – power.
Have you ever been somewhere and realize your phone or tablet has very little power left and there is no where to charge it? I’ve had that happen more times than I care to remember.
One time I came home from a “red eye” flight from Los Angeles, CA (I live in NY). It was late at night and I was having car service pick me up and take me home. When I arrived at the airport I realized my cellphone was dead. Like a fool I didn’t bring the charger with me so I had no way of charging it. I also had no money on me (except my debit card) to make a phone call. I ended up calling my husband collect and he had to act as a “middle man” between me and the car service driver so we could finally connect.
After that horrible experience I make sure to bring a charger with me all the time. Unfortunately even that doesn’t guarantee being able to charge my phone. If you have ever been to a busy airport you know that most charging station and outlets are usually taken over by other passengers. That is why a portable charging source is a must.
I do have a few portable chargers, but I sometimes forget to bring them with me. They can also be big and bulky and take up a lot of room in my purse. I also don’t take them with me unless I am traveling, so if I’m out to dinner or running errands and find that my phone is running low on power I have no way of charging it.
I was recently introduced to a creative idea that allows you to bring a power source with you no matter where you are. It’ called Chic Buds.
Chic Buds is a line of pure, totes and clutches that come with a built in charger that is hidden inside the bag.
Chic Buds were designed with the avid traveler in mind. Being out and about can leave little time to charge your phone. Chic Buds knows how important it is to have a full battery to take pictures, videos, and stay in touch with loved ones when on vacation. Their bags allow you to charge your phone anywhere you go.
I know that many women are obsessed with cute and beautiful bags. Chic Buds are no exception. You will love their designs. Take a look at some examples.
I was sent their cross over bag (pictured above) to review. I opted for the color gray since it matches with a lot of the clothing I wear.
I prefer smaller bags. I usually only carry around my wallet, cellphone and car keys. I don’t need to tote around half our home including the kitchen sink (LOL).
The bag is made very well. It’s crafted out of vegan leather so it has a leather-like look and feel, but without harming any animals.
According to Chic Buds;
The purse that charges your phone! With Crossbody Power, phone charging no longer has to be a fumbling multi-step process. Inside each Stylish Crossbody is a lightweight, ultra-thin battery to recharge smart phones and USB devices on-the-go. So light it’s practically undetectable! Featuring built-in USB cords for easy charging of both phone and the Crossbody, this trendy companion is always ready for a charging emergency and provides most smart phones with a full charge for double the battery life while resting comfortably at your side and across your shoulder. Plus, with chic design and room for keys, lip gloss, and other essentials Crossbody Power is the secret weapon every modern Wonder Woman needs to charge through the day on full power!
The bag features an outside zippered pocket. Inside the pocket you’ll find a plug with the word “Out” printed on it. There is the cord that you plug your cellphone or other device into when you need a charge. The outside pocket is large enough to tuck your most phone inside of it. I have an iPhone 6s with a case on it and it fits just fine inside the outer pocket.
The phone charging cable not included.
Inside you’ll find a single, large pocket for your wallet, make up, phone and keys. There are also two deep pockets (non-zipper) to one side and a zippered pocket to the other side. Inside the zippered pocket you’ll find a rechargable power source. It slips inside an elastic band to keep it in place.
To use the charge you need to plug it into a power source (computer, wall outlet with an adapter) to fully charge it. Then tuck it all back inside the purse when you are done. The next time you need a charge simply attach your device to the plug in the outer pocket and you are ready to go.
Check out this brief video that shows you just how Chic Buds works.
Now you are not confined to sitting near an outlet to charge your phone, or having to wait until your phone is charged. With Chic Buds you can literally charge on the go.
I love this little bag. It’s perfect for my needs. Their larger tote bag is great for ladies you prefer to take more things with them when they are on the go (it could also double as a diaper bag).
Even without the ability to charge, I love this bag. It’s cute both inside and out (I love the polka dot lining and gold chains).
If you would like more information, or to see all the available bags and products, visit ChicBuds.com. You can also find the brand on social media. All of their links are found on the bottom left of their website.
What do you think about Chic Buds? Does it seem like a product you would like to have?
Kimberly
*I received a free product sample to review. There was no compensation. The opinions expressed are my own and not influenced in any way.