Messi Drawstring Bag (Dark Blue) Review

Intro

This Messi-branded drawstring bag (Dark Blue) is a small, lightweight school-and-sports catchall that leans fan-gear more than heavy-duty kit. The listing positions it for school, travel, and sports: it weighs 0.15 kilograms, comes with adjustable straps, a cinch main opening and a pair of exterior pockets. Owner feedback clusters around two clear selling points—people like the look and perceived build quality—and one recurring limitation: it’s noticeably compact. This review pulls together the listing specs and buyer reports to help you decide whether this is a straight-up useful gift or a risky size/fit for the person you have in mind.

What it is / first look

On paper the Messi Drawstring Bag is the brand’s small lifestyle drawstring bag aimed at kids. The listing name highlights a front pocket and a water-bottle pocket; the spec sheet records two pockets and a single main compartment. Design notes in the listing call it a rectangular daypack-style drawstring with zipper closure for the pocket, adjustable straps, and "thick drawstrings" for the cinch opening.

What the listing explicitly supplies:

• Brand / maker: Messi
• Color listed: Dark Blue
• Item weight: 0.15 Kilograms
• Number of pockets: 2; number of compartments: 1
• Strap type: Adjustable; closure type: Zipper (for pocket)
• Age-range description: Big Kid; recommended uses: School; sport type: Travelling
• Other features called out: "Durable and lightweight," "water-resistant, ripstop nylon" wording appears in the bullet features, and the listing also mentions a hidden side zipper pocket and thick drawstrings

There is one important listing inconsistency to note up front: the product bullets say the bag is made from a "water-resistant, ripstop nylon," but the dedicated spec field for "Water Resistance Level" is set to "Not Water Resistant." The listing also lists materials with a single line that reads "MATERIALS: 10% Polyester." Because the listing supplies both claims, treat the water-resistance and exact material breakdown as listing statements rather than verified facts.

Who this is a good gift for

Don’t buy this if you need a full-size sports duffel. This bag is a compact drawstring with fandom styling, so it’s a better match for casual uses and younger recipients. Below are specific recipient fits and the assumptions that must be true for the gift to work.

The Messi fan kid who needs a simple school bag

Why it fits: the listing flags "Big Kid" as the age range and calls out school and travel as recommended uses. Owners repeatedly say the bag is attractive and feels well made for the price. Assumption: the child only needs a light carry option for gym clothes, a water bottle, or snacks—not a stack of textbooks or a large laptop.

The weekend-soccer player who needs a gear sack for practices

Why it fits: owners report it makes a very serviceable catchall for cleats, a change of clothes, and small accessories. Assumption: the player uses this for short trips and brings a compact ball (owners note size limits; see "In daily use").

The grandparent or relative buying in bulk for school teams

Why it fits: buyer feedback includes several customers who purchased multiple bags for grandsons or teams and praised the perceived durability and value. Assumption: the buyer is okay with a smaller-sized drawstring rather than a full backpack.

The traveler who wants a lightweight day- or pool bag

Why it fits: the bag’s light weight (0.15 kg) and quick-access cinch opening make it easy to stash swimwear, a small towel, and sunscreen for short outings. Assumption: you accept the limits on pocket size and the unclear water-resistance claim (verify current listing if you need actual water-shedding performance).

Who it’s not for (quick note)

If the recipient needs a roomy school backpack, a laptop compartment, or a water-proofed bag for rainy climates, this isn’t the right primary bag. See "Who should skip it" below for specifics.

In daily use

The practical, day-to-day behavior of this drawstring bag emerges from two types of evidence in the listing and owner notes: how it’s described to perform and how other buyers report using it. What you can reasonably expect:

Carry and capacity

The main compartment is a cinch-style opening intended for quick stashing and access. Number-of-pockets data shows two external/accessory pockets and one main compartment. Owners consistently praise the bag for being lightweight and useful for school and sports items, but multiple reports flag size limitations: water bottles in outside pockets may be tight and sometimes need to be carried upside down, and larger size-5 soccer balls may not fit inside. In short: it’s a true small drawstring—fine for gym clothes, small shoes, snacks, and compact balls; not for heavy stacks of books or large sports equipment.

Organization and pockets

The listing highlights a front pocket and a hidden side zipper pocket so small items can be tucked away. Owners specifically noted the exterior detail and pockets as a plus compared with basic drawstrings without pockets. That said, owner feedback also includes caveats that outside pockets are small, so expect narrow bottles and small accessory items only.

Comfort and straps

The bag uses adjustable straps in a drawstring configuration. Owners describe it as comfortable for everyday wear; the listing mentions "thick drawstrings" as a durability feature. If your gift recipient needs heavy padding or long-haul comfort for a fully loaded bag, this isn’t a heavily padded backpack—it's a lightweight daypack alternative.

Durability in regular use

Owners commonly call the bag "nice quality," "durable and lightweight," and