Should I take my purse to NYC?

Question

How likely is it that it will be stolen?

Answer 1

Women in NYC carry purses every day of the year! What do you think we all do???

Yes, there is always a chance your purse will be stolen, but that is true anywhere in the world.

I have lived here for over 30 years. My purse has been stolen only once, and that was in a class at NYU when I first moved here (in the 1970s.) It was stolen by a fellow student!!! I have also had my wallet lifted from my purse twice, each time when I was distracted.

But I've lived here a long time. That's not a lot in 30 years, remember! And I've also had my purse stolen in a small town near where I grew up, so it can happen anywhere.

My best suggestion is bring a purse, but bring one that closes on the top, and where you can keep the opening secure. And just pay attention. The last time my wallet was stolen, I had forgotten to close my purse and I was distracted trying to get my little girl out of a busy store.

  

Answer 2

I just went to nyc last week and saw lots of girls with purses.Just dont forget it anywhere and just keep your eye on it and always have it on you.As long as you are aware of it and dont forget about it you will be fine.

Answer 3

You're not likely to have your purse stolen

You could worry about it in any city but it will make you worried and ruin your experience

Suggestions: get a bag that goes across your body and only carry as much money as necessary for peace of mind

Answer 4

hehe oh boy!

Yes, u have permission to bring ur purse. It'll be as safe as u keep it safe. Have fun  

Answer 5

Yeah...

If it's got 2 zippers, you could just have the zippers meet in the middle, and you could get a small little silver lock and put the lock through the holes in the zippers.

I live in Chicago, and see it every day.

It may be a little inconvenient if you need access to your purse, but at least you'll have the peace of mind that nobody can reach in your purse when you're not paying attention!

Answer 6

Lol no New York is not that bad, just bring it!

Answer 7

You are going to New York, not Baghdad.

Did you know that New York City is the safest big city in the country?

Did you know that there are approximately 4,000,000 women that live in New York City? How many of them do you think actually carry purses? My guess would be the vast majority of them.

Use common sense like you would in any city and your purse won't get stolen.

Answer 8

Of course. You could bring it.

Just remember the important tip.

1. Never place wallet or cell phone in back pocket.

2. While riding transit system in New York, put your purse where you can see them.

3. Be aware of pickpocket by staying awake. Never flash your jewerly.

Answer 9

not in manhanttan.... maybe if you go walking through the South bronx at 3 A.M, but otherwise I think youll be ok... might wanna double bag any lunches you bring, brooklyn cats are another story.

Answer 10

take it with you, just clutch it or keep it around your neck in front of you. dont hang it off your wrist or something.