November 17, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: bRs

Want Malpensa 24 HR Travel Bag
Do you want a nice travel bag? Say for quick, overnight trips? I came across this Malpensa 24HR Travel Bag by Want and all I can say is “wow”. So who is Want? The company’s full name is Want les Essentiels de la Vie. They are all about timeless, classic, and 100% functional designs. Their specialty? Luggage. However, they also make briefcases and a variety of small accessories. Personally, I think this bag is absolutely lovely. And you know what? You wouldn’t necessarily have to use it as a travel bag. It could easily double as an awesome work bag. Just think of all the stuff you could fit in there – folders, binders, laptop, you name it. As for the color, I actually love the green a lot. The color is refreshing and unexpected, especially in the workplace. However, I think this bag would be even more stunning in black. After all, black is always right when it comes to work. How does everyone else feel?

The Want Malpensa 24HR Travel Bag is available in Dark Green. It measures 14″ x 11″ x 5.5″ and has a 9″ handle drop. Also keep your items secure with its adorable little zipper lock. Unfortunately, this bag retails for $1,395.

Check it out at shopjake.com.!

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August 26, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: Jennifer

Yves Saint Laurent Man Bags
Just received an email from the lovely people over at YSL: New men’s bags are now in stock over at ysl.com

I love the men’s line of bags. So simple and classic, a bag that you could truly wear for years without going out of fashion.

Here are the guys pictured above:
Mombasa Messenger Bag.

Tumbled leather messenger bag with deer horn handle, adjustable strap and magnetic snap closure. 11” H x 10” W x 2.5” D. $895

What do you guys think of the horn detail?

Rivoli Tote Bag.

Quilted vinyl tote bag with attached zip wallet and inside cell phone pocket. $645

I don’t know the exact measurements of this one, but it looks like the perfect size for a day tote.

Muse Overnight Bag.

Tumbled leather overnight bag with brass hardware, detachable shoulder strap and luggage tag, double zipper, functional brass lock and key, and protective brass feet at base. 15” H x 24” W x 8.5” D. $2,195

I know this might sound odd, but I’m not that in love with the ladies Muse (museTwo is another story :wub2: ), but the men’s overnighter is just plain awesome. I like it.

Tanger Tote.

Tumbled leather bag with canvas and leather handle, detachable luggage tag, inside-zip pocket and protective brass feet at base. 17” H x 19” W x 4.5” D. $795

This sporty bag is perfect for all seasons – summer white or winter white.

Muse Briefcase.

Tumbled leather briefcase with brass hardware, functional brass lock and key, double zipper, inside-zip and cell phone pockets. 12” H x 15.5” W x 3” D. $1,195

The perfect guys work tote. I really love the box-ey shape, and of course the brass lock is a great addition.

Continue the chat: Yves Saint Laurent Man Bags now online

June 19, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: Daniel

Samsonite Black Label: Signat Attache Briefcase
With all the messenger bags out there, Samsonite Black Label brings something fresh with the re-edition of the 1960’s style briefcase, the Signat Male Attache. This briefcase resembles something a black suit CIA or FBI agent would carry.

Sharing the same style and inspiration as the rest of the Signat collection this male attache provides practical features for the modern businessman. The Attache features a 17in x 12.5in x 3in black ABS hard shell, traditional attache latches, removable portfolio case, laptop sleeve, divider panels, and a black leather shoulder strap. The edges and strap are accented with an orange color and the interior contains a subtle 60s style jazzy pattern lining.

You can find the Signat Male Attache bag through the Samsonite website, or you can order by phone, 1-888-204-4391.

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June 10, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: Vanessa

Father’s Day Gifts: Bags for Dad
That day is soon arriving…the day to pay tribute to our beloved fathers. While we love our beautiful designer bags, many fathers out there may appreciate a good bag as much as we do. I’m not talking about a man bag…I’m talking about briefcases, laptop bags, wallets, and portfolios. Many modern day men want to look sharp and chic and exude a luxurious, metropolitan presence. Can you blame them? So for those of you who would really like to indulge and give your dad and extravagant and fashionable Father’s Day gift…here are a few of the finest Father’s Day gifts from our favorite designers.

1. The first bag is the Dior Homme Coated Canvas Messenger and retails at $1,095.00. This bag features coated canvas with smooth grained leather trim, contrast piping, and polished silver metal hardware. This is the perfect bag for the working father on the go.

2. The second messenger bag is the Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Bastille and retails for $1,280.00. This bag features the signature Louis Vuitton damier canvas with brown cowhide trim and polished brass hardware. This is the perfect messenger bag for a big city dad who appreciates style and luxury.

3. The third pictures features the D&G Dolce & Gabbana leather wallet retailing at $225.00. This fine wallet features grained leather and a silver metal d&g logo plate. It is the perfect wallet for any stylish dad.

4. The third picture features the Dior Homme Black Tie Money Clip and Card Case, retailing at $205.00. This money clip comes in silver metal-plated brass and smooth black leather with fine topstitching. This is one fashionable way to have dad carry around his money.

All of these fine Father’s Day gifts can be found at eluxury.com.

[ The Bag Forum: Father’s Day Gifts ]

April 2, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: Vanessa

Convertible Bag: The Antrobus by Alison Antrobus
I was doing some online shopping and came across a most unusual bag. It was unlike any other bag I have ever seen. On the outside it looked like a stylish, chic handbag, but the inside consisted of complex compartments and design. It combined architecture and fashion into one bag to create a stylish and practical way to carry around your most prized, everyday necessities. This bag is the Antrobus Bag created by Alison Antrobus. It is a handbag/drawer set/clutch converting bag. It was created to suit any and all of your needs. The Antrobus Bag is black leather with brushed golden accents. It begins as a geometric carryall where a two-drawer box can be pulled out and detached, making the top portion of the bag a smaller shoulder bag. The bottom portion of the bag can be zipped off and used as a clutch. The bottom portion of the bag is offered in additional colors allowing you to change the look of the bag.

This bag is amazing! Its more like 3 bags in one…a large carryall, a smaller shoulder bag, and a clutch. It retails at $1,250 at vivre.com and three bags at that price definately isn’t a bad deal. The Antrobus Bag provides style, function, practicality and organization. This certainly is a bag of all trades!

Shop @ Vivre

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March 17, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: Daniel

Diesel Mitchell Briefcase Guy Bag
Lately I’ve been on the lookout for a simple messenger-style, over the shoulder bag that’s spacious enough to carry around my macpro plus have tons of extra multifunctional pockets for my everyday stuff. Then on a recent trip to Diesel I spotted this bag.. the Diesel Mitchell Briefcase in black. What I like most about it, well besides the pockets and many compartments, is that it best matches the business/casual style I was looking for, without looking too young or too formal.

This bag is made from a combination of aged-looking black leather and nylon with a main zip pocket as well as two external zip pockets on the outside. To fit a laptop and any other things needed for everyday business, the measurements of the bag are 3.9in depth, 13.7in height, and 15.6 inch width. The bag also features an adjustable black leather shoulder strap. Not a fan of black? Also comes in a brown with carmel trim.

Also the price isn’t bad. The reasonable retail price falls along the line of $235. And hey, it wont dip into my girlfriends designer purse fund. hah.

The Mitchell Briefcase is available online for $235.00 USD at Diesel

March 10, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: Vanessa

Geek Chic: The Prada Ombre Laptop Bag
Dear stylish students, professionals, and laptop lovers,

We finally have our very own chic laptop bag! Our good friends at Prada decided that it was time to indulge those of us who appreciate some geek chic. Prada has come out with the “Prada Ombre Laptop Bag.�? It is grey and silver patent leather, displaying the Prada symbol in the bottom center of the bag and provides an adjustable strap and interior padding for protection. It is medium-sized and fits most laptops. Retailing at $1,116 this bag might be as expensive as your laptop but it’s a fashionable way to tote around your computer everyday.

As a law student, I need my laptop all the time…at school, my internship, the café at 2am when I’m studying…etc. If I was going to be carrying something around with me that often I wanted it to look as stylish as my clothes and shoes.

Unfortunately, the majority of laptop bags are big, black, bulky, and non-designer. While I don’t completely love the style and coloring of the Prada Ombre, it does offer a new chic and couture alternative to carrying around your laptop. It is also simple enough to match almost anything and its patent leather makes it trendy enough to keep you looking stylish. Hopefully, this will start a new trend and more designers will follow in Prada’s footsteps and make more chic laptop bags.

Find it here: Bluefly