ONA wrote to me after I had featured their Brooklyn Camera Bag in a roundup of cute camera bags, offering one to me for review. They’d also like to give one away to one of my lucky readers!
The bag is beautiful, and I can fit my camera inside with my nifty fifty attached, plus two other lenses. I like that there’s a big pocket along the outside to hold a notebook or an iPad, and then a smaller pocket under the flap to hold essentials (I carry a cute business card holder instead of my usual wallet, keys, my phone, a pen, and lipstick). The leather is thick and holds its shape well, and the interior padded compartments are adjustable so you can get a good fit for your gear. The buckles are pretty, but buckles can be tricky to undo in a hurry. Here, they’re actually a cover for quick-release clasps that can be done and undone with one hand. Smart!
I have another camera bag that is adorable, but this one is a better foil for all of my dresses. Plus I like that the strap allows the bag to be worn as a cross-body, since you can see that I usually have my hands full.
Win a Brooklyn Camera Bag
Would you like one too? ONA would like to give away a Brooklyn Camera Bag to one lucky Making it Lovely reader!
Leave a comment on this post to enter. One entry per person, open to U.S. and international entrants, and you can have your choice of color (black or chestnut). The giveaway ends Friday, September 2 at midnight CST, and a winner will be selected randomly. Good luck!
p.s. You can keep up with ONA by liking their Facebook page.
Congratulations to Julie, commenter #457 and winner of the camera bag!
Josie
August 30, 2011 at 10:45 amThe chestnut one is beautiful and would be so perfect for autumn. Yes please!
Katie
August 30, 2011 at 10:45 amA beautiful bag. I’d love to win.
kelly v
August 30, 2011 at 10:45 amI love to use this totally boss bag!!
Ying
August 30, 2011 at 10:46 amI would love this camera bag! The one I have now isn’t large enough for two lenses, not to mention battery backups! Crossing my fingers…
Z
August 30, 2011 at 10:46 amthanks for the great review! I’m adding it to my wishlist for christmas
Andrea Jay
August 30, 2011 at 10:46 amthat chestnut bag is dope.
riz
August 30, 2011 at 10:46 ami hope i get lucky ;) beautiful bag, and the detailing looks top notch
Genevieve
August 30, 2011 at 10:46 amI would so love this bag!! Love the blog!
Sarah
August 30, 2011 at 10:46 amLove this bag! Would LOVE it.
Madeline
August 30, 2011 at 10:46 amWhat a lovely bag! Would love to win…
Alissa
August 30, 2011 at 10:47 amI’d love the chestnut!
Emma
August 30, 2011 at 10:47 amOh wow, that’s simply gorgeous – I would love to win one (and I am sure my battered cameras would appreciate the better ride)!
Rebecca S.
August 30, 2011 at 10:47 amThe chestnut bag would be great for my new Nikon D90!
Erin
August 30, 2011 at 10:47 amExactly what I was looking for!!! Couldn’t be better timing! Thanks for the fab giveaway!
DeNacho
August 30, 2011 at 10:47 amlove the Chestnut as well!
Anne
August 30, 2011 at 10:47 amOh my gosh, that bag is stunning. I would love to have one!
Elizabeth
August 30, 2011 at 10:48 amLove the bag! I’m a grad student and it would be perfect for school!
Jasmina
August 30, 2011 at 10:48 amWhat a beautiful bag :)
Whitney
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amJust discussing my need for a camera bag for an upcoming trip!
Cameron
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amLove this and I need a good camera bag! Thanks for the giveaway.
Lauren
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amOhhh loovee. How gracious.Thank you so much!
Nikki
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amWow! These are quite lovely,not to mention versatile.
Frannie
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amFound your lovely blog while browsing for lovely things!
The Brooklyn Camera bag is more than lovely it’s versatile. I would love to have my name added to list of possibly winners.
Thank you!
Frannie
Emily
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amBeautiful bag…. great for every day use!
Catherine
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amI love that it! Definitely beautiful and unique! I’d love to win, too!
Robin Grey
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amWhat an awesome giveaway. Thanks!
Robin
Cortney
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amOh my goodness, I would love it in the Chestnut color!
Leyre
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amSo pretty! Usually I would choose black, but I love the chestnut color so much I think I’d have to go with that in this case!
Jacqueline
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amWhat a great bag! It is stunning!
Eric
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amAwesome looking bag!
Jill Browning
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amwhat a great giveaway!
Rebecca
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amThe bag is beautiful! I’d love the one in chestnut :) Thanks for this giveaway & the review!
Rebecca
August 30, 2011 at 10:51 amPS I like the dress you are wearing… where did you get it?
Katherine
August 30, 2011 at 10:49 amOoh that is lovely! Me please!
Tam
August 30, 2011 at 10:50 amOMG! Love this bag! I am looking for new one since my was soooo rudely stolen!
brittney
August 30, 2011 at 10:50 amThat camera bag is beautiful. I’d love to win!
Maggie
August 30, 2011 at 10:50 amWhat a nice looking bag – I’ve been on the lookout for a new one.
Jaimi
August 30, 2011 at 10:50 amThe bag is really beautiful! Would love to have it for my camera!
katie
August 30, 2011 at 10:50 ambeautiful bag, thanks for the review! i’ve been searching for a camera bag for a while and this one seems perfect!
sarah
August 30, 2011 at 10:51 amadorable!! and what a cute pic of you and the kids with the bag so casually hung over your shoulder. gotta have it :)
Kristín
August 30, 2011 at 10:51 amBe still my beating heart! :)
I’ve been daydreaming of this bag since I saw it in your post, so beautiful, but unfortunately too pricey at the moment since I’m a stay at home mom with my 6 month old son. So fingers crossed and trying not get carried away in my daydreams about me and this bag. ;)
RA
August 30, 2011 at 10:51 amI love the idea of a cute camera bag, but I love the idea of one my husband doesn’t mind carrying EVEN MORE.
That last picture of you and the kiddos is so great.
diana
August 30, 2011 at 10:51 amLovely!
maureen
August 30, 2011 at 10:51 amyay! what a fun giveaway! i’ve been eyeing these pretty bags for awhile!!
lauren michele
August 30, 2011 at 10:51 amwhat a dreamy giveaway! their bags are so, so beautiful.
jenny
August 30, 2011 at 10:51 amI love that it doesn’t scream “camera bag!” Very nice give-away, and one that I could definitely use. Thanks.
lisa
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amme please!
Judith
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amLove the bag!
Karlie
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amI have been coveting this bag for ages! Fingers crossed!
Katie
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amBeautiful bag – would love to win!
Erin O.
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amPick me, please!
Katharine
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amWhat a great bag! It would be the perfect excuse to upgrade my camera. Thanks!!!
Esther
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amGorgeous bag- and it’d make me carry my camera around more often which would mean more great pictures!
Gale
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amThat camera bag is beautiful. I also like it because it looks like a nice purse & not a camera bag.
Sarah C
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amI would love to win this beauty of a bag in chestnut. Love the Anthro dress as well!
Thanks for the chance to win something awesome!
Kinsey
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amOh gosh, that black one is fabulous!
Meghan
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amLove the chestnut! I need something just like that to streamline all the stuff I’m carrying!
courtneyk
August 30, 2011 at 10:52 amwould love to replace my standard black box looking camera bag for a much cuter and functional one!
Katie K
August 30, 2011 at 10:53 amMy gawd! That is lovely. Especially the chestnut!
Julianne
August 30, 2011 at 10:53 amI adore that bag!
jacqueline
August 30, 2011 at 10:53 amLove this bag! And if I win it I’ll have to get a better camera! Perfect. :-)
Leah zion
August 30, 2011 at 10:53 amGorgeous bag !
Tina
August 30, 2011 at 10:53 amSeriously??? Great giveaway, Ona’s bags are stunning! I would love a chestnut camera bag. My camera gear would be very happy in there.
likemamusedtobake
August 30, 2011 at 10:53 amThat bag is so perfect. I hate carrying my ugly camera bag around with me so very often just leave the camera at home. I think it would go everywhere with me just so I could use the bag everyday. :)
Jaimee
August 30, 2011 at 10:53 amYes, please! That is a beautiful bag.
Kate
August 30, 2011 at 10:53 amSo gorgeous. I would carry that with me everywhere.
Michelle
August 30, 2011 at 10:53 amDefinitely best in Chestnut.
Brianne
August 30, 2011 at 10:53 amI’ve been looking everywhere for a bag just like this! I love it!
Molly
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amI love this bag! I’ve been looking for a chic way to carry my camera!!
Sarah A.
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amI love that bag! It’s beautiful, and I adore the cross-body strap (I have three kids, so it’s a must.) Thanks for the opportunity! Oh, also, it’s my birthday. Just in case that counts ;) Thanks!
Amber
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amWhat a lovely bag!
Amy
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amThat’s one gorgeous camera bag!!!
julie s
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amWhat a terrific looking bag! I know my photography-obsessed sister would love it!
MK
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amso utilitarian! Love these bags!
Melizza
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amThat bag is uber gorgeous. Just a bonus that I could put my camera in it!
Molly
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amoh, yes please! Love it and so will my Canon.
Shasta
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amSo lovely! Yes, please!
Laurie
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amwow, that bag is beautiful.
Emily
August 30, 2011 at 10:54 amThe chestnut color is gorgeous! It’s so nice when something functional can also be pretty. (Plus, my current camera backpack is so lame.)
Michelle
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amLove it!
vika
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amwow! looks classic and it looks like it’ll get even prettier with age..
Patricia
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amOooo, I would love the Chestnut colored bag. So beautiful. It seems like it would go with so many things too.
Meghan
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amLove this bag, especially in chestnut! I need something like that to streamline all the stuff I carry around!
Jenni
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amWow, that is a gorgeous camera bag. And my camera will be safe!
Pati N
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amWhat an awesome camera bag! Love it!
lisa
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amme please!!
yvonne
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amyou can git 2 lens? now that’s awesome! be so cool to win this!
Jenn
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amWho wouldn’t love that bag? I mean really.Thank you ONA for the great giveaway!
Bridgette H
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amThis bag is so cute, I’ve got to believe that my photography will improve by just hanging it on my shoulder! I like it because it doesn’t scream “camera bag.”
!
Kayla @ Exquisite Banana
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amI have been eying this bag for months and would probably do a back flip if I won. I can barely do a cartwheel, so I’d probably sprain a bone or two, but this gorgeous camera bag would be worth it!
dawn
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amthat is the perfect camera bag for me! just the right size and super cute without being froufrou. i love that the strap is long enough to cross your body.
Celeste
August 30, 2011 at 10:55 amThis bag is gorgeous and I would carry it even if
I didn’t have a camera!
Koren H
August 30, 2011 at 10:56 amOh wow… I SO need a camera bag! :)
Linda
August 30, 2011 at 10:56 amSuch a pretty bag!
Katie C.
August 30, 2011 at 10:56 amLove this bag. It wears like a bag that I might carry as a purse. I would LOVE to have one of my very own!
erin
August 30, 2011 at 10:56 amI’ve been drooling over this bag since you posted it in your round-up. Would LOVE to win one in chestnut.
Emily
August 30, 2011 at 10:56 amSwoon! I’ve been looking for a good genuine leather camera bag.
Christa M.
August 30, 2011 at 10:56 amOh this is a gorgeous bag! I just purchased my first DSLR so I think it is about time I upgraded my bag, too, yes? Thanks so much for the opportunity!
Jessee M
August 30, 2011 at 10:56 amI would love this bag. It’s beautiful!
KtMac
August 30, 2011 at 10:57 amOhh, I’d love this! I have a camera bag/purse that hasn’t held up well and I’ve been searching for a great replacement, especially since I do haul my camera all over this great city of ours and I like having it be discreetly protected in something that doesn’t scream “tourist! camera!”
Dawn
August 30, 2011 at 10:57 amLove! The bag in chestnut looks amazing and I’d love a new, stylish camera bag.