{ Pack It Up }

April 6, 2012

For years, I always traveled in palazzo pants ~ but after several too-intimate pat-downs at airport security, I’ve found tighter fitting togs to be a far safer choice. Similarly, I’ve really begun to love carry-ons that don’t need carrying. Good thing backpacks are back! The LL Bean Signature one I brought to Milan has been my favorite of late, but here are a few more I’d like to lug towards the tarmac:| ABOVE | 1. Rugby ($148) 2. Stighlorgan ($161) 3. Ted Baker ($170)| ABOVE | 1. Ted Baker ($242) 2. ASOS (72) 3. Ecote ($129) 4. Lucky Brand ($150) 5. Duluth ($235) 6. ASOS ($63) ABOVE | 1. Acne ($700) 2. Nila Anthony ($64)  3. Gucci ($1750) 4. The Row ($3900 ~ absurd, but I couldn’t resist throwing her into the mix! She’s just sooooo pretty.)

In this post, I’m wearing: Tiffany sunnies, Halston Heritage trench, Maison Scotch shirt, DL1961 jeans (also worn HERE). See how it all held up after my overnight flight RIGHT HERE!

  • MyBlogAnnel .

    Love these backpacks! But I only think I wouldn’t wear them often…
    ❤ Annelien

    http://myblogannel.blogspot.com

  • Kate {Something Fabulous}

    These are such cute backpacks! I love these!

    Kate {Something Fabulous}
    http://thesomethingfabulous.blogspot.com

  • Elle

    I don´t wear backpacks but I love like the black ones very much!

    Fashion&ChocolateElle ღ 

  • Anna

    I’ve never been a backpack person, but I think I’m finding myself rethinking that lately – especially when I see a backpack as cute as the LL Bean one :)
    xxx
    Anna
    http://choseducoeur.blogspot.com

  • Thefashionphysician

    I love all the great backpacks coming back definitely need one for all my huge textbooks. Could you do a post about airport style?

    http://thefashionphysician.blogspot.com

  • http://fashionimperative.blogspot.com/ Fashion Imperative

    Looove it! Need one!! :)

    xoxo
    Antonia

  • http://laceandtulle.com/ Samira Reyes

    love this post!!! can’t wait to get my own!!

  • Antonia

    I want them ALL.

  • http://www.noirmuse.com/ Caribbelle

    I understand where you’re coming from completely.  I used to carry a weekender bag with me but that just became too much for my poor shoulder to handle.  So backpacks are better for me.  A lot better!

  • http://twitter.com/caravanofstyle Monica Modzelewski

    Love the travel totes!
    - Monica
    Caravan of Style

  • http://styleseer.blogspot.com/ Lauren@Styleseer

    Love the second Ted Baker one.

    http://styleseer.blogspot.com 

  • Beautifulautumn

    Duluth packs are amazing! I’ve known people that have been rough with them, and they still look amazing after ten years!

  • Beautifulautumn

    Wait, here’s the link for real Duluth Packs. They have plenty of styles and are amazing quality, and have been around for over a hundred years. http://duluthpack.com/

  • http://materialfixations.blogspot.com/ Material Fixations

    I know, backpacks are such and amazing, trend, super practicle and  good for your back.
    Material Fixations

  • Rocks Paper Metal

    Great options! I so need a new backpack. Lulu Lemon was my go to, but need something trendier now.

    http://www.RocksPaperMetal.com

  • jan miguel

    Backpack lust I’m having right now!  I can’t seem to find a perfect one!

    xo,
    janmloves.blogspot.com

  • Asia Carter

    I really like the direction you are going with your blog especially these posts where you provide links for items similar to your look.  I don’t know how you are able to incorporate the different items into your photos (photoshop maybe?) but it really is awesome!!  Keep up the great work as usual.

  • Anonymous

    Lovely travel post! Safe travels!

    xoxo

    http://www.lolitainthemix.blogspot.com

  • http://www.soapyinherthirties.blogspot.com/ Soapymermaid

    love the lucky brand one! ♥

  • Entre

    I bought one backpack to my mum for her b-day, similar to yours, I’ve checked one for cycling and one elegant bag-packbag by Versace for urban outfits. They’re very handy and great for heavy load. Enjoy your travel.
    http://www.entrefashion.com

  • Sohlinthecity

    That pinkie coral Asos one is the cutest!

  • Juno

    What a cute backpack! I never knew LL Bean made that type, I will have to check it out!

    ~Juno (upsidedownandbackaround.blogspot.com)

  • http://twitter.com/jessicaraeart jessica rae sommer

    I’m an interior designer and artist from Los Angeles- and when I’m not designing, searching for amazing interior inspiration online, or stalk piling ideas for future designs and paintings- I’m usually pursuing your blog and seeing what fun things you are up to! I nearly died when I saw you were at the DIFFA event in NYC- I designed a space with a partner of mine, and I wish we could have met!!!!

    Today I did a fun tribute on my blog today- and Illustration of you I think you might loveeee! Thanks for all the inspiration and being maybe perhaps the chic’est blogger I stalk daily. You’re amazing. 

    The GLAMOURAI (you!) Feature:
    http://lovelyuglydesign.blogspot.com/2012/04/glamourai.html

    xo Jessica Rae Sommer

    Oh you can see our DIFFA Space Here! With all the gold, Swarovski crystals, dark and sparkle, I hope you would approve…
    http://lovelyuglydesign.blogspot.com/2012/03/diffa-dining-by-design-2012.html

  • http://SimplyClassyMe.blogspot.com/ Inés

    I don´t wear them, but love this selection,dear!

    Big hugs!

    Inés

     

    SimplyClassyMe.blogspot.com

  • http://looksharpsconnie.blogspot.com/ Gabrielle @ LookSharpSconnie

    Ohh my gosh. Obsessed with the L.L. Bean Signature backpack. I love the rustic, yet classy vibes, and the leather accents are key. Backpacks are the best. I use my Longchamps one tirelessly whenever I head to Europe.

    You look gorgeous, as always. Wish my plane attire matched yours. :)

    -Gabrielle

  • Veronique!

    Beautiful! I love the TheRow one!

    Xx
    http://www.pretpenser.com
    http://www.pretpenser.com

  • Anonymous

    I was loving backpacks coming back too. Such cute ones out there too.

    http://Www.stylefootprints.blogspot.com

  • Ketty Diani

    All are fabulous!!! chic and very useful:-)

    chicmaniapourtoi.blogspot.com

  • Cassandra McD

    Thanks so much for this post. honestly not really a backpack kinda gal but i bought one last year from American Apparel for a trip to Quebec City and I’m surprised how many times I’ve resorted to using to. Your stylish selections, however, have given me pause. I may have to trade in my tote!

    Cheers,
    Cassandra McD
    http://pencilskirtandpumps.tumblr.com

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  • SR

    One of my favourite things about you/your blog and a major reason why I come back so often is that you excel in fashion with all its quirkiness and world-unto-itselfness, live a life that most of us only dream about, but still have realistic optics–like the basic absurdity of a $4000 backpack. 

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    Those are gorgeous backpacks. Loved them.

  • Schuanne Cappel

    Ahhh, posted about The Row bag above a couple months ago, but in a croc finish…she is GORGE…check her out!!!>>https://www.facebook.com/StyledtoWear/posts/184398451670704

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