Handbag Recommendations

[woodstock]

maybe it is just me (apparently!) but I really just don't like the first one at all. not sure why. maybe in black it would be better.

guess I'm drawn to shiny things!

 

[Luna]

eh.. I really dont like the first one at all either... and I think the whipstitching really ages the bag...

I prefer the black harness tote and I think that the equestrian details are always somewhere in handbags...

Harness!

 

[handbaglover]

I vote for the 2nd one -- more of a classic

 

[xaotica]

a backpack that isn't terrible?

i've decided to go back to school full time... which will mean riding the bus for 1.5 hours and carrying a bunch of very heavy textbooks. although i have bags that are stylish and definitely large enough, the weight is too much to make carrying it on one shoulder comfortable.

so i'm wondering whether anyone makes a backpack which is remotely stylish or interesting yet simultaneously has a bunch of pockets to organize cellphone , wallet, etc. it seems like there must be a market for it, but i've been searching online for a long time with no success.

if you've owned or heard of such a thing, any tips would be much appreciated.

 

[LoveMyBoots]

Well, I used a Jansport, like the other 3 in 5 backpack users...
The quality is pretty good and they have a variety of sizes nowadays.

 

[vintage_princess]

Maybe this should go in the handbag recommendations thread....

 

[nycmom]

i bought one from henry beguelin several months ago but it's no longer on the website...if you call the nyc store they will email photos if it's still available... good luck!

 

[CharlottefromCA]

I'm quite guilty of having a terrible bagpack, but its just something I ignore in terms of fashion... function > fashion in this case for me personally. When I do want to look fashionable at school and don't have too many books on me, I usually just carry a tote and stuff my notebooks inside and if I have large books, I just carry em.

Sorry that wasn't too much help with what you are looking for, but my personal opinion is I have not seen any bagpacks that are really fashionable. At least the bagpacks I'm thinking of, maybe you can get a messanger bag or something.

 

[CoutureFashionista]

Lesportsac can sometimes have really cute backpacks. They may look small but its just the right size... Im in highschool and the books I take home everyday fit in their perfectly and I still have space for my other junk! Heres the website http://www.lesportsac.com/store/7812_5205.html

 

[Cooper G]

Maybe try a messenger-style satchel. Some can be worn diagonally across the back...very urban. Try Timbuk2.com

 

[passerby]

Hi, I lurk a lot on ebags.

Tiganello bags come highly recommended (I can't speak from personal experience though)

http://www.ebags.com/tignanello/one_touch_triple_top_zip_backpack_handbag/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=2002

"703 of 813 customers (86%) customers said they would purchase this product again."</B>

http://www.ebags.com/derek_alexander_leather_goods/ladies_sleek_north_south_sling_backpack/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=10073

http://www.ebags.com/moonsus/capriccio_backpack/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=54162

http://www.ebags.com/ellington_leather_goods/taos_backpack/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=45953

http://www.ebags.com/lodis/city_backpack/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=18117

Good luck!

 

[maraschin0]

Apparently Commes Des Garcons backpacks are VERY sturdy and practical. My Japanese friend swears by his backpack. The design is pretty plain, but clean cut. I have only one non leather bag by CDG, and it is extremely sturdy and can carry a lot of things =)

 

[LoveMyBoots]

At least the bagpacks I'm thinking of, maybe you can get a messanger bag or something.

I used to be obsessed with messenger bags when I was younger. I remember switching from a new backpack every couple of months since I was never content with the one I had at the moment. I still have numerous ones that are in good quality in a box in my closet.
I have this really quriky one that belonged to my mother. It's red with a rainbow colored strap and a leather yellow flower at the center bottom. I love the colors.

 

[Luna]

Yes.. Moving this to "Handbag Reccomendations" thread.


As for my suggestion... Try doing a search on ebay for Coach Hamptons bags... they had a few cute colorful backpacks in that line.. but other than that.. I dunno.

 

[passerby]

Luna, how about the following?

http://www.ebags.com/hobo/luxe_porter/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=45785

http://www.ebags.com/aspects/woven_leather_large_top_zip/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=19522

http://www.ebags.com/derek_alexander_leather_goods/north_south_slim_top_zip_shoulder/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=42494

(it's bone, not white, though)

 

[Luna]

^^ I like that first one! Thanks, passer!

 

[bluegreyeyes]

i've decided to go back to school full time... which will mean riding the bus for 1.5 hours and carrying a bunch of very heavy textbooks. although i have bags that are stylish and definitely large enough, the weight is too much to make carrying it on one shoulder comfortable.

so i'm wondering whether anyone makes a backpack which is remotely stylish or interesting yet simultaneously has a bunch of pockets to organize cellphone , wallet, etc. it seems like there must be a market for it, but i've been searching online for a long time with no success.

if you've owned or heard of such a thing, any tips would be much appreciated.

um, in the designer department, there's always the basic nylon prada backpack that was popular 5 or 6 years ago... also, i've seen some LV backpacks, but they wouldn't hold all that many books.

i'd go with a messenger or something...i know Kate Spade has been "out" for years now... but i'm a big fan of her messenger. i have 2 classic ones from what seems like a decade ago... i still use them when i don't feel like using a tote. plus, they wouldn't be really expensive anymore, right? i saw a few cool printed ones when i was at her outlet the other day...

check out LLBean... i mean, they have greatback packs,

 

[passerby]

Good luck with your search for the elusive white tote, Luna.

PS How about this bone-coloured Tignanello tote (pic taken off the ebags site)? It doesn't have a zipper at the top but does contain two zippered compartments.

 

[annabel_lee]

there should be lot of very cute white purses in all shape and sizes in the fall...

also, if you like messenger bag, isabella fiore has a fantastic messenger bag for their fall 1 collection...it's leather with tatoo artworks...it's so amazingly cute!!!! i ordered one for myself already...

 

[Filifjonka]

Help me to pick a handbag, with following features:

- should be elegant for everyday work and top executives meetings (I am sales manager for one big company, so I mee a lot of people)
- suitable also for after-work events, not really parties as such, more like formal receptions with work clothes
- I should be able to fit my A4 notebook in there
- should not be glittering-with text "Sexbeast" but kind of smart and elegant
- I wear smart suits with pants/skirts at work, always official look, on Fridays jeans + jacket
- should not cost more than 800 USD
- should not be white

I will be in London next week, I hope I find something from last week of sales. What woud you recommend? Pls post a pic also!