My preference is always going to be jackets or vests with lots of pockets, I absolutely hate carrying a purse. I have a couple of Scottevest jackets that I really love (
Windbreaker and
Jacket/Vest), but I'm afraid that even the cooler vest only without the sleeves will be too hot to wear in summer here so will be forced to the small purse/body bag at that point. Nothing ruins a nice long walk for whatever reason, just walking, shopping (which I also hate), more than lugging a purse with you hanging uncomfortably and heavily on your shoulder.