We've lusted over Pauric Sweeney's mini overnight bowling bag before, but never with any real hope of having it in our grasp. Now, however, the Outnet folk are dangling it before our very eyes with the promise of a knock-down price courtesy of one of their 'going going gone sales'. Are you interested?
If so, the action starts on 12th March, which is next Friday. So put that in your schedule, settle down with a latte and prepare to play bag bingo. The price will start at £800, and will continue to fall, letting you 'lock down' the price you're willing to pay.
The fun all starts here.
Therapy are a great label for more-expensive-than-it-looks chic, which is tricky to find in the quality-obsessed world of luggage. This bag hits all the right spots though, with a neat panel of miniature studs that echoes a lot of current designer gear and a tidy tassel at the side.
Built for hard work, the bag has two strong handles and an internal pocket to keep you organised on your travels. It would make an ideal weekender bag or everyday tote for the heavy traveller - I'd happily use it to carry my laptop, Filofax, scarf and other working week essentials.
£20 (was £29) at House of Fraser
That's it: we're officially sick of winter gloom already. And if we can't do anything about the weather, we'll do what we do best and accessorize the hell out of this ghastly, gloomy weather.
If you don't want a yellow bag, then an even more colourful number is the way to go. This one's technically an overnight bag, but I'm sure you'd get away with it for the remaining 12 (or OK, more like 8 hours) of daylight we have to enjoy. It features a real leather trim and is seriously shiny, very practical and cabin-sized if you can't take any more rain and decide to skip the country.
£59 at Not on the High Street
Are you looking for a holdall or larger bag to make you look smaller help you get from A to B without leaving anything behind?
I've recently equipped myself with a giant holdall to carry all my crucial items around town (including laptop and often several changes of clothes!) so am no longer in the market for one, but if you're in need of a large bag with a small price tag, then this 'Briley' bag I spotted at Faith could be a handy buy. It's such a relief knowing that you don't need to flip coins over what you will and won't take out of the house on trips out! And this big bag has had an extra large price reduction: £20 (from £45) at Faith
I don't know if it's to do with not having had a holiday since March (the horror!) but something is drawing me very strongly towards luggage and travel accessorise at the moment - the cuter and the crazier the better.
Viktor & Rolf's aeroplane-print spinner suitcase certainly ticks both boxes with its wild colour and its patent bow - and it's also one of the jolliest holiday bags I've seen in a while. On the practical side, its dimension are within the allowed 'free' limit on airlines such as EasyJet, but I doubt that's of much concern to anyone able to afford its £520 price tag at Browns!
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You'll probably only love this bag if you're a Harajuku Lover yourself (clue's in the name) but it's certainly an interesting piece that could be a fun companion for weekend escapism. It's got all the hallmarks of the Gwen Stefani-inspired label, with its plaid trim and oversized charms, but the illustration is what makes it that bit different.
If you're into Japanes kawaii style, this is a must-have for those trips to the land of the rising sun. But if you just like luggage that's a little different, one can certainly get away with wilder styles on travel bags: you won't be taking this out with you every day, but saving it for special occasions when a bit of madness is allowed!
£109 at ASOS
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Off anywhere nice this weekend? If you've suddenly remembered you have nothing but a carrier bag to cram all your weekend essentials into, you might want to think about getting something a bit smarter for next time.
This large holdall from Ascention (the ethical clothing store formally known as Adili) would be the perfect travelling companion. You wouldn't think it from its smart exterior, but the bag is made by a little-known fairtrade brand based in India, using only earth-freindly dyes.
£158 at Ascention
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