With the recent news that both Crystal Mountain and Snoqualmie Pass have opened their doors, it gives me great pleasure to welcome in the 2009-2010 ski/snowboard/whatever-you-want-to-do-in-snow season. And just in time for your winter adventures, are the Nike SB Eugene backpacks. Loaded with enough compartments to pack up for a trek to the Arctic, the Eugene backpack is available in four different colors.
Just in case you need a backup for your R2-D2 backpack, Louis Vuitton introduces the Michael backpack. On the smaller side, the Michael backpack is touted as their laptop backpack. Available soon for $1350.
The 2Unfold Bag is the perfect bag if you don’t want just one. Securing up to a 17″ laptop, Hard Graft’s bag can convert into 8 different styles. It is made of Italian leather and is hand finished so it will also appeal to the Indiana Jones in you.
I am not the biggest Star Wars fan. With that being said, I did go to the midnight showing of the Star Wars episode 2 premiere and stage a lightsaber duel with my friend Bryson in front of a sold out theater. To much applause from the high aptitude/socially awkward crowd, the battle came to a draw. If I would have had R2-D2 on my back telling me what to do, I may have won. Win, lose or draw, I think R2 will be with me when I have my next lightsaber encounter.
French fashion house Lanvin has just released their upcoming collection of bags for Summer this year. I am partial to the messenger bag but the 24hrs bag is clean as well.
Its about time Dell paid attention to the storage of their products. It just makes sense. Teaming up with Tumi, the bag collection definitely integrates style and functionality. Dell has also emplored the likes of Timbuk2, Kenneth Cole and Belkin to help with their accessory collection.
Marc by Marc Jacobs presents a new backpack from their Spring/Summer 2009 collection. Featuring canvas material and two reflective straps, the “Arthur” backpack is a quite functional piece. And it doesn’t come with the hefty price tag you would imagine from Mr. Jacobs.
A perfect bag to carry everything you need for the work day/ a weekend getaway, this Burberry tote mixes leather and canvas material for an exciting new look. Picture via selectism.
Whether you are walking to school or swimming from a capsized schooner, this bag is optimal for both situations. Fully waterproof, this bag has a removable harness which allows it to convert into a perfect dry bag.
English designer Margaret Howell teams up with Porter to create this two tone messenger bag. Made of durable, waterproof material, this may be perfect for the rainy season ahead.
Direct from Japanese designer Nari/Furi comes the Tarpaulin messenger bag. Known for its bike clothing and accessories, Nari/Furi created a fully functional waterproof bag that boasts an iridescent exterior. Don’t fret ladies; if you carry this at night, you won’t have to worry about that tall, dark and handsome prince charming in the unmarked, no window van missing you on the side of the street…(j/k)
Sorry for the break in posts, President’s Day weekend was a little hectic. Back at you with a bag from London designers Chris and Tibor. Incorporating a duffel bag/backpack design, I wouldn’t mind traveling the world with this.
Raf Simons releases this Mix Up Leather bag just in time for spring. The abstract black and white print adorns this bowling style bag and makes it one of a kind.
Getting its inspiration from the 50’s 3D glasses, these Tri-Block sunglasses are definitely fresh. Is it time to put the aviators away? Stay tuned.
Just revealed is this year’s Spring/Summer’s collection of Y-3 Accessories. Yohji Yamamoto and the Y-3 collaboration breathes new life into an otherwise bland Adidas brand. Click the link to check out the rest of the collection.
Mixing canvas and leather materials give this Martin Margiela bag a fresh look. Available at Oki-Ni.
Combining Leather and nylon, Ecostype created the Presse Bag that is both stylish and functional.
The Swiss-based Qwstion releases a six bag collection of all black bags. The bags are considered an option that is minimalist and functional.
