Zendira concealed carry crossbody bags are designer purses built around a dedicated gun compartment with magnetic access, a cut-resistant strap and a choice of right- or left-hand draw. Every Zendira crossbody is made in small batches for women who carry every day and want a bag that reads as a handbag, not gear. Not sure which bag fits your gun? Shop by firearm.
Why carry crossbody?
A crossbody stays on your body and sits in the same spot every time you reach for it, which is what makes a draw repeatable. Zendira crossbody straps are cut-resistant, so a quick slash won't free the bag. Each one comes in two adjustable lengths: S to XL (26 to 36 inches) and an extended strap up to 4X. Read more in why concealed carry crossbody purses offer better protection and how Zendira designs for off-body carry.
Compare Zendira crossbody bags
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The Saturday |
The Envelope |
The Active Friday |
| Price |
$379 |
$399 |
$159 |
| Size (L x H x W) |
18 x 7.5 x 4.5 in |
14.75 x 8.5 x 3 in |
15.25 x 7 x 3 in |
| Gun space |
7 x 10 in |
7 x 10 in |
Fits subcompacts |
| Material |
Full-grain pebbled leather, or pull-up leather in Chocolate |
Nappa leather, optional hair-on hide panels |
Nylon with a quick-release buckle |
| Wear it |
Crossbody or shoulder |
Crossbody to carry; shoulder or clutch without |
Crossbody, chest or waist |
Which Zendira crossbody is right for you?
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The Saturday is the roomiest Zendira crossbody. Customers say it holds an ID, keys and a full-size phone alongside the gun without crowding the draw. It is rated 5.0 from 23 reviews. Want a different look? The STRAPPED Strap fits the Saturday.
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The Envelope is the dressiest Zendira crossbody: a structured nappa leather silhouette handcrafted in León, Mexico, that converts to a clutch on days you don't carry. Keep it looking new with our leather care guide.
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The Active Friday is the lightest Zendira crossbody, in nylon, for travel, errands and the gym. Customers report carrying a Glock 43X with a red dot, a Glock 48 and a Kimber Micro .380 in it. It is rated 4.77 from 65 reviews. See the full Active Collection.
Need room for a laptop? See the Zendira Monday concealed carry laptop bag.
How the Zendira gun compartment works
The compartment opens with a magnetic closure, not a zipper, and is separate from your everyday things. Inside, you attach a velcro-backed holster fitted to your gun. Zendira offers the CrossBreed Modular Holster, built to your firearm's exact model ($44.95 plus $9 shipping, about 3 to 4 weeks), and a custom Kydex trigger guard for the Active Friday ($25 plus $5 shipping, about 2 to 3 weeks). Both are sold separately and are final sale. See all holsters and trigger guards.
Not sure about fit? Zendira's fit guides show which bag works with your pistol: Glock, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson, Ruger, Springfield Armory, Staccato, Taurus and Walther.
FAQ
Crossbody or shoulder: which is safer for concealed carry?
For carry, Zendira recommends wearing the bag crossbody. It keeps the bag against your body, holds the gun compartment in one consistent position for your draw, and the cut-resistant strap makes the bag harder to snatch. Use shoulder or clutch carry on days you aren't carrying. More in Are concealed carry handbags safe?
Which Zendira crossbody bag will fit my gun?
The Saturday and the Envelope each have a 7 x 10 inch gun compartment sized for popular compact and subcompact pistols. The Active Friday is slimmer and best for subcompacts. Find your model on Shop by Firearm, or email us your model and any light, laser or optic before you order.
Does the holster come with the bag?
No. Zendira bags ship without a holster so you can choose one built for your exact gun. Add a CrossBreed Modular Holster or Kydex trigger guard at checkout. They are custom-made, so they ship separately, about 2 to 4 weeks after your bag.
Will the strap fit me if I'm tall, busty or plus-size?
Every Zendira crossbody comes in two cut-resistant strap lengths. Choose S to XL (26 to 36 inches) or the extended strap up to 4X. If you're between sizes, or you'll wear it over a coat, choose the longer strap.
What's the difference between the Saturday and the Active Friday?
The Zendira Saturday is a full-grain leather handbag with more room for everyday things, at $379. The Zendira Active Friday is a smaller nylon bag you can wear crossbody, on your chest or at your waist, at $159.
Can I carry a Zendira crossbody without a gun?
Yes. The gun compartment works just as well for a passport, cash or anything you want out of sight, and the Envelope converts to a shoulder bag or clutch.
Can I return a Zendira crossbody?
Eligible Zendira bags can be returned or exchanged within 30 days of delivery. Custom holsters and trigger guards are final sale. Details are in the Zendira FAQ.