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The Eagle Creek Centerline Load Warrior 25″ is the ultimate answer for the lightest and most durable luggage.  This luggage packs like an upright but is lightweight like a duffel.  At just over 7 lbs, this upright will hold all of your packing needs and stay within the 50 lb weight limit.  Our family takes many ski trips, this bag holds all our ski-wear and still remains within the weight limit… unbelievable!  The Centerline Load Warrior comes in a variety of sizes for all your travel needs but I personally find that the 25″ is the perfect size for a week’s vacation.

Perfect For

Anyone who is looking for the lightest weight luggage that will hold up to the rigors of airline bag handlers.  With its’ two tone color palette, it is very easy to spot on the airline carousel.

Favorite Feature

This bag is amazingly durable, considering how lightweight it is.  Our family is not exactly delicate with our luggage and this bag takes a beating from us and the airlines but still comes out looking great.

Drawbacks

The only drawback might be the lack of interior pockets.  However, if it had these pockets then it wouldn’t be as lightweight.

Bottom Line:

This luggage may be a bit pricier than some of the competitors but no one can compete with the weight and durability of this Centerline Load Warrior.  It has been the best investment for my family.  When my kids go off to camp, they will be getting their own Eagle Creek luggage.  I’m keeping mine!

The Bedford Nylon collection by MZ Wallace is the ultimate in effortless style. The “Alex” is a fantastic and attractive alternative to a traditional workbag/briefcase. My job does not require a briefcase and personally I am not into over-sized handbags. So, on some days when I need to tote papers and folders to and from work, I use Alex. However, its lightweight material and multiple carry options (it can be handheld, worn on your shoulder, or cross body by attaching the removable strap) make it the perfect option for when I am on my feet all day at industry trade shows, or for walking around New York City. Nobody wants to sacrifice comfort for style- except when it comes to shoes, of course- therefore Alex really has it all!

Perfect for:

Any chic working woman who doesn’t need to carry a laptop or a heavy load of paperwork.

Favorite feature:

The hot pink satin lining that adds a surprise pop of color. Also, because it is lined in satin, I feel better about throwing sensitive gadgets like my iPhone or CDs right into it.

Drawbacks:

If you are not highly organized, Alex’s triple compartment style can become frustrating: “Just where did I put my Orbit gum?”

Bottom line:

Alex is a fantastically functional classic!

View the MZ Wallace Alex Satchel on Luggage Online.

This UbU Jacket is the ultimate in travel wear.  It is a light weight, fashionable outer jacket for all your travel needs.  This jacket is reversible, so it can go with so many outfits.  Zipper closer, and has 2 outside pockets.  Fits right inside your day bag, for when you’re day tripping through Europe.  And the best yet, it’s washable; hand wash and flat dry.  Dries completely in 3 hours! 

Perfect For:

Any female traveler, especially the ones that tend to get a little “chilled” at night. 

Favorite Feature:

It’s reversible.  So I bought one that had the warm brown tones on one side, and classic black on the other.  What else could you ever need, especially on vacation?

Draw Back: 

Be careful.  Though the label states lay flat to dry, it doesn’t state, “DO NOT IRON”.  I made that fatal mistake, and actually ruined the jacket. 

Bottom Line: 

I think this jacket is brilliant.  No wrinkles, reversible, packs light & small and when hand washed, dries in just 3 hours!  A total no-brainer.

View the UBU Reversible Travel Jacket (2042RPTKI) on Luggage Online.

This Kipling 24 inch duffle bag is great for my travels between my apartment at college and home. I am only going home for a night or two at a time, so I usually only carry with me about two or three outfits, two pair of shoes, and occasionally a sweatshirt. In addition to clothing, I also toss in some toiletries and if i’m lucky enough to remember, my cell phone charger. The bag is easy to carry around, stylish, and allows me to pack fast!

Perfect For:

This Kipling Duffle Bag if perfect for the college student on the go or anyone looking for a comfortable light-weight bag for frequent use. The bag can easily carry 3 outfits so is not only good for weekend trips but week trips to sleep-away camp as well. This bag comes in numerous colors so its great for kids, young adults or the frequent flyer who wants to easily locate their bag at the airport. This Kipling bag is an extremely durable and lightweight nylon, like a parachute so it’s perfect for anyone looking for that lightweight bag.

Favorite Feature:

My favorite feature is, without a doubt, the exterior pockets! The pockets run from the base of the bag all the way to the top.  They give me plenty of packing space, allowing me to store my shoes seperately from everything else to make sure that they [Read more →]

This Boyt Edge carry duffle has a beautiful poly-suede fabric that says this is more than just a luggage item. It’s got a great look to it, it works great and it’s the perfect carry-on size. I have the larger version of this bag and I use it for all of my weekend trips or overnights trips that I take.

Perfect For (whom/what):

This carry duffle is perfect to carry-on a plane or take on a train and it will also fit right under the seat in front of you. This way you don’t have to worry about putting it in the overhead. You can fit all of your carry-on items such as some snacks, books, a change of clothes and much more into this bag. It is great for both men and women who want a different looking bag. You can use it for the gym, an overnight bag, a weekend trip, carry-on or anything else that you can think of.

Favorite Feature:

Besides the nice poly-suede fabric, my favorite feature of this bag is the back panel/slot, which is used to [Read more →]

This Knomo laptop bag is perfect for my travels to and from graduate school.  I don’t carry more than 2 books at a time, a notebook, my laptop and my agenda and they all fit perfectly into my stylish, functional Knomo bag. It’s by far my favorite school bag that I have ever carried!  I will even carry it to work occasionally.

Perfect For (whom/what):

This Knomo quilted laptop bag is perfect for grad school students or the everyday business woman who wants a fun but functional bag.  It comes in many great colors too!  The Una tote is more of a casual bag, but it can still be professional as well.  It is perfect for that college graduate who is just starting out their career, or for the woman that wants an everyday business tote with the option of carrying a laptop. Without all your items in the bag, it’s pretty lightweight, which I know is important to a lot of women.

Favorite Feature:

My favorite feature is the organization on the inside.  The lining is bright pink so you can find everything easily.  Also there are two zip pockets which help you hide things you don’t want noticeable.  There are other fitted pockets, for items like pens, pencils, calculators, sticky-note pads, a small notebook for assignments, your to-do-list, keys, etc.

Drawbacks:

The only drawback that I feel this bag has is [Read more →]