Wallet-Friendly Festive Activities (and Which Bag to Wear)

We all want to enjoy the Christmas spirit and let off some steam this time of year, and well, we deserve it! However, we don't always want the price tag that comes along with all of this indulging.. so we've compiled a list of some activities that will make you feel merry without breaking the bank. Meanwhile, you can save yourself having to shop for a whole new outfit and let your PPL bag take the weight off. You can easily change up your look and dress it up or down by using the two free extra straps you get with BankBundle!


Take a Stroll Through The Christmas Market

Can you really feel festive until you’ve visited your local festive market? We think not. But it doesn’t have to break the bank! You can still enjoy the festive music, see the pretty lights and try a little festive treat without going crazy. A good way to keep it reasonable (whilst not missing out on the fun) would be having a walk around with friends, window shopping, ticking off a Christmas present or two, and each taking it in turns to get a snack to try. For this, we would recommend the Mayfair Plus in Chilli Red. This bag adds a festive burst of red to your outfit, whilst providing plenty of room for your phone in the front pocket, any snacks and a place to keep any goodies.

The Festive Party

The festive party is an inevitable part of everyone’s list of December activities. Whether you love them or you’re just trying to drink less, save money, or know it will involve an awkward relative, we are not here to judge! The upside.. we have two gorgeous designs this year that can be styled different ways. We pride ourselves on versatility, and sometimes a quality accessory is all you need to add a glamorous edge to a look that you already own. So why not do it in style?

For a festive do, both the Knightsbridge or the Kensington bags would make your outfit divine! The Knightsbridge exudes elegance with a discreet magnetic clasp, a fine gold chain or the option to use it as a clutch, for that extra level of sophistication. The Kensington is available in both Black or Stone - giving you tons of styling range - has a very classic look, a simple zipper and a leather wrist strap so you can also use it as a clutch! Alternatively you could attach one of the two included free straps and dress it down for a slightly more casual affair. Best of both worlds! 

A Breath of Fresh Air

Not only is this involving minimal costs, but great for your health! One of the best ways to boost your mood in the darker months is to get outside into nature for some Vitamin D. In winter, it’s recommended to be outside for 2 hours around noon for best exposure. We would recommend the Bum Bag. This small but mighty bag can be conveniently worn around the waist or across the body, and will keep all your goodies safe whilst you're on the move, perfect for chilly beach strolls or a woodland walk. You’re guaranteed to be the most sophisticated wherever you go with this full-grain leather Bum Bag in Sage Green.

Whilst compact, it is deceivingly spacious and could fit a small water bottle, lip balm, poo bags (if you have a little furry friend!) and any size smartphone. Bonus: the most you would have to spend is a potential parking fee or for a coffee if you wanted a little treat!

Christmas Quiz 

‘Tis the season to get into the spirit and share laughter with loved ones. Another low-spend activity would be to take part in a Christmas themed quiz or game! You can do this by heading over to the local pub or a friend or family’s house. We’re thinking; a couple of festive snacks to share, Christmas classics to sing along to.. What could be better than that? 

For this outing, we would suggest the City Leather & Suede bag in Maple. Being the perfect size for your smartphone, purse, notebook and pen – and the cosiest texture to layer over your wintery outfit! Available in Black, Navy, Mocha or Maple - but we think the Maple is the warmest, toastiest colour and is just made for this festive outing. 

Everyone deserves to enjoy the festive spirit, so you shouldn’t feel like you have to miss out just because you’re watching your outgoings. We hope that we’ve added a little festive inspiration to your calendars with these ideas. Don’t forget to tag us if you take your Pom Pom’s out and about! Oh and if you’re wondering.. What would be the benefit of saving this? You’ll have more to invest in the things that you truly love (like that PPL bag you’ve had your eye on lately).