Purse Organization (Purseket Review)

*Note: This post was originally written on Jan 24, 2012 on my old blog (loveformakeup.com). I am transferring the content here. 

Many purses/bags (including high-end designer purses) look amazing, stylish, and chic on the exterior — but often times only have one large compartment and a small interior pocket.  It’s difficult to keep a purse organized with just one small compartment, especially if you love carrying small items in your bag. I personally use the Purseket as my purse organizer (and have for a whole year now). It works great for me; here’s my review!

What is a Purseket?
A Purseket is a insert-able/removable purse organizer that creates multiple interior pockets for your purse. It’s pretty much fabric sewn around a sturdy yet flexible cardboard-like material so it sits snugly against the sides of your purse.

What styles/sizes are available?
There are different styles, patterned and solid-colors; visit Pursket.com to see which are in stock.
I don’t love the style/design I chose, but it was the best one they had available at that time.
* Small – 7” height x 20” length, 5 pockets measuring 3″, 3.5″, 4.5″, 5″, 5″ (left to right)
* Medium – 7” height x 25” or 26” length, 6 pockets (pocket measurement depends on design)
* Large – 8” height x 36” length, with 8 pockets

Positives of the Purseket: 

* significantly reduces clutter
* saves time when swapping handbags (one easy transfer from one purse to another rather than moving each item over individually)
* key post (see photo below) to hang keys eliminates the need to dig around for them
* creates multiple pockets in bags that only have one large compartment
* provides structure to bags that are otherwise flimsy/slouchy
* flexible frame (but DO NOT fold it!)

Negatives of the Purseket:
* limited design selection; I don’t like most of the designs/color-combinations. I’d recommend a solid color.
* if you fold your Purseket, it’s pretty much done for. I’m pretty sure the interior is some kind of cardboard.
* if your keys are heavy, it can weigh down your Purseket and may prevent it from snugly hugging the side of your bag
* (in my opinion) quite pricey for the material it’s made of (cardboard & fabric?)
* shipping cost if ordered from Purseket.com (I paid $5 for S/H)

Photos:

Packaging:

Out of the box:

I own the "small" size; but do not like the design much:

I love the sturdy key post to hang my keys:

The Purseket in the Longchamp Le Pliage Medium Shoulder Tote:

This is what things looked like in my bag before the Purseket:

Nothing is tucked away (pens, tampon, misc items)

I also use the Purseket in my LV Speedy 30:

Notice the small size does not wrap all the way around (what I intended).

If you'd like it to wrap around, try a medium or large size Purseket.

Overall, a very useful purse organizer but can use some improvements.
There are various other purse organizer alternatives out there; just search "purse organizer" and you'll find all different types. Feel free to share your favorite purse organizer and purse organization tips/tricks in the comments!