Another shopping thread-bags

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<p>I need a new bag for taking on planes. I have been using a messenger type of bag for about 20 yrs now. It is some sort of nylon microfiber type. It’s time to have something new.</p>

<p>What I need room for- kindle, netbook,magazine,pashmina or lightweight sweater and a few toiletries and has room for travel documents which sometimes are in a file folder and maybe a small umbrella. I usually also bring my crossbody small handbag that holds wallet. I figure the kids are old enough to bring their own snacks and entertainment.
What is your favorite bag to bring on a plane?</p>

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<p>mom60, I have a reusable TJ’s shopping bag that I bring on the plane with me. If I have a carryon, I put my purse in the TJ bag, and voila! - I have 2 items :)</p>

<p>Here is the object of my desire :wink: :</p>

<p>[Nylon</a> Shopper - - Nordstrom](<a href=“http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3071785?origin=shoppingbag]Nylon”>http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3071785?origin=shoppingbag)</p>

<p>There is also a men’s version in navy which is slightly larger. </p>

<p>Lespotsac makes great lightweight nylon bags (I have one that I use as a “briefcase” to carry my laptop and stacks of documents). You can usually find a wide variety of them at NR for under $50.</p>

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<p>I’ve been looking at some Jane Marvel bags. They carry them on e-bags.com. They come in various sizes, are lightweight and pretty reasonably priced. <a href=“http://www.ebags.com/brand/jane-marvel[/url]”>http://www.ebags.com/brand/jane-marvel&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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<p>Spirit air wants to charge for any bag that couldn’t fit under the seat now. I wouldn’t be surprised if other airlines will start following suit. Take that under consideration when getting a new bag.</p>

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<p>I like Sherpani bags</p>

<p>[Sherpani</a> Lifestyle Bags for Women - Handbags, Purses, Backpacks, Shoulder Bags, Laptop Bags, Baby Carriers, Luggage, Travel Bags, Totes, Sports and Gym Bags.](<a href=“http://sherpani.com/]Sherpani”>http://sherpani.com/)</p>

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<p>I’ve had this one for a few years now, enough that it’s been around the globe, and I can use it for anything from a tennis bag to a computer bag. (And it pops on the top of roll on luggage…) It’s lightweight and awesome.</p>

<p>[Eagle</a> Creek Getaway](<a href=“http://www.eaglecreek.com/bags_luggage/carry-on_companions/Getaway-40485/]Eagle”>http://www.eaglecreek.com/bags_luggage/carry-on_companions/Getaway-40485/)</p>

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<p>I recently bought </p>

<p>[SIAMOD</a> COLLECTIONS - Monterosso - Siamod](<a href=“http://www.siamod.com/monterosso-pg1.html]SIAMOD”>http://www.siamod.com/monterosso-pg1.html)</p>

<p>for traveling. I liked that it had a shoulder strap, handles, and there is a zippered slip pocket so I slide it over the handle of my wheeled luggage. </p>

<p>If I had it to do over again, I might get it in large. I don’t think you could stuff in a small handbag and all the peripherals for the computer and your kindle. </p>

<p>Otherwise, I do like it. I can keep documents for traveling in the front latched pocket and the rest in the case (laptop, kindle)</p>

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<p>Look at Baggallini on line. Quality construction, great design and an array of colors and styles.</p>

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<p>A Longchamp bag. I was chastised on an earlier thread, but I have them in several colors. They are lightweight, have a secure zipper, last forever and most importantly, are quite stylish.</p>

<p>[Longchamp</a> - Large Foldable Tote/Basic - Saks.com](<a href=“http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?FOLDER<>folder_id=282574492709211&PRODUCT<>prd_id=845524444768851&R=671194166850&P_name=Longchamp&sid=127E72C87C09&ASSORTMENT<>ast_id=1408474395222441&bmUID=1270945457354]Longchamp”>http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?FOLDER<>folder_id=282574492709211&PRODUCT<>prd_id=845524444768851&R=671194166850&P_name=Longchamp&sid=127E72C87C09&ASSORTMENT<>ast_id=1408474395222441&bmUID=1270945457354)</p>

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<p>I use Lands End canvas totes. They are strong and durable and you can put quite alot of “weight” in them. I have a couple with leather trim for business trips and more colorful ones for vacation travel. I like that you can put them under the seat and that you can open them wide at the top and see everthing inside. I can slip my puse in so I’m only carrying one bag and the side pockets are great for the boarding pass/passport/driver’s license ‘stuff’ without having to take out my wallet. I like that they sill slip over the handles on the wheelie luggage. One of my older (business ones) has a zipper across the top so nothing falls out when you do “push it” under the plane seat. I do like some of these lighter nylon bag links that are getting posted.</p>

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<p>[Bosca</a> - Large Tote - Tribeca Fabric & Leather - Womens](<a href=“http://www.bosca.com/fabric-leather-large-tote-womens.html]Bosca”>http://www.bosca.com/fabric-leather-large-tote-womens.html)
looks very nice, will fit all your stuff…</p>

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<p>blackeyedsusan- I like one of the Jane Marvel bags but I am not a print person. I am trying to expand my wardrobe so maybe a print bag is a good step. Have you seen one in person.
The colors of the Bosca large tote are my usual colors. I wish it had an added longer strap
I have no shoulder and bags fall right off my arm. I like a bag that has the option of a longer cross body strap.
I also would love to replace my bag before I leave on Thursday.</p>

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<p>I saw a few at a store, but not one of the larger carry-on bag styles I was looking at. It was cute and lightweight, made out of laminated canvas (which is great for rain and dirt and such), but the handles looked a little cheap. Too bad they didn’t use real leather for the handles. I think the print fabric makes it look fun. Here’s a link to the Jane Marvel website with more styles and info: [JANE</a> MARVEL HANDBAGS: HOME](<a href=“http://www.janemarvel.com/index.shtml]JANE”>Home - Jane Marvel)</p>

<p>I’m still deciding as to whether to buy the Mile High style.</p>

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<p>I was considering the overhead medium bag. Not sure if it is a bit big. Ebags has it on sale in discontinued colors for a good price.</p>

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<p>I use a Vera Bradley tote. It’s big enough to hold my netbook, some toiletries, a book or two, one chance of clothes, a sweater/shirt or the like, and my wallet…and then some. AND it fits under my seat easily. It’s just a BIG purse.</p>

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<p>If you like the longer cross body strap, leSportsac should have some good options…
They’re light weight and available at lots of dept stores.</p>

<p>This could be a good size: [7384</a> Small Weekender](<a href=“http://www.lesportsac.com/store/7384_5205.html]7384”>http://www.lesportsac.com/store/7384_5205.html)</p>

<p>Or, for a smaller one, their everyday bag: [7507</a> Deluxe Everyday Bag](<a href=“http://www.lesportsac.com/store/7507_5205.html]7507”>LIGHTEN YOUR WORLD – LeSportsac)</p>

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<p>^^OMG!!! You can get one with cats all over it? <runs to=“” ger=“” her=“” credit=“” card=“”></runs></p>

<p>Gourmetmom, your bag is $50 less than the one I want. Pure bargain! :D</p>

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<p>I agree with Bunsenburner (not the one with the cats, sorry). I treated myself to the Burberry tote bag. I had been wanting it for a long time and finally decided to just go and get it. I waited until Bloomingdales had a sale and went for it. It’s black so it doesn’t show dirt and has a zipper so I don’t worry about things slipping out. It also fits over the handle of my suitcase. It was worth treating myself. I enjoy using it.</p>

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<p>One word: backpack.</p>

<p>I love traveling with my backpack. It holds my laptop and the other things you mentioned. Get a nice one - colorful if you like. It’s durable, can leave my hands free, lots of pockets. Then I pack a small empty purse for when I get to my destination.</p>

<p>Using it right now on a trip!</p>

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<p>I have the Vera Bradley Commuter bag in black microfiber. It has a padded laptop/kindle section and enough room for your other stuff without being too big. It fits comfortably under the seat.</p>