Bag Spotting: Hunt for the Perfect Totes
Anyone who knows me, knows that I’ve never met a bag I didn’t like. However, each one quickly gets upgraded by the next find. Sound familiar? Well, I’d like to share some of my recent picks with the rest of you bagaholics.
Best Big Gym Bag: Timbuk2 Large Cargo Tote ($70)
I saw someone with this bag in the gym locker room last week and had to have it. This is a great gym bag because it is really roomy. I workout in the morning so it’s important that it fits everything I’ll need to get ready for the day. This holds everything with room to spare! I’m talking about work clothes, a jacket (because it is always cold in SF), dress shoes and shower shoes, tons of get-ready products, my latest chick-lit and gadgets like an iPod and heart-rate monitor. Inside it is primarily one large compartment with a water bottle net, large side pocket and an organizer flap.
Best Stylish Carryall: Sally Spicer Tote ($63)
I first spotted this bag at a trunk show which kicked off a hunt for my favorite pattern…I utimately chose a beautiful deep purple with dragonflies. This stylish everyday tote is perfect for anyone who needs to carry things around with them, even groceries. Also, don’t be afraid of the larger diaper bag version, it doesn’t look like one. I use it when I’m bringing things into work or spending time anywhere (like the four hours it takes to get a cut and color). It’s nice to have necessities handy for multi-tasking.
Best Two-in-One Bargain Bag for Business Travel: Solo Tote ($31-$54)
One of the business consultants at my office has a Solo tote bag; I’ll be purchasing one this week. Most laptop bags aren’t something you’d carry to dinner, but when traveling you don’t always make it back to the hotel. So, it’s always nice to have one that can double as a purse. My favorite features are the splash of color, light weight, and zipper closure. This certainly tops my pricey heavy leather bag that doesn’t zip, causing items to fall out at airport security or on the plane. Similar versions of this tote are available in polyvinyl or nylon and you
can get different colors on the inside.
Happy hunting! I’d love to hear about your favorites.