Taking the "Lug" Out of Luggage

Just because schlepping to and from the airport isn't any fun doesn't mean your luggage can't be. In this week's Top 10, we track down the cute carry-ons, dazzling duffels, mod makeup cases and sassy suitcases that help express your style. Here's to making packing for vacation fun again...


Take a trip back in time with this '60s-inspired Yuzu Large Duffel from Kipling. When I first saw this one, I thought it's one of the bags from Le Sportsac because of its colorful prints. This bag is perfect for weekenders or that rare woman who can pack a week's worth of clothes into one medium-sized bag.

$128 at Kipling-USA.com

Yuzu Large Duffel from Kipling

If you're like me who's having a hard time looking for a lost luggage inside the airport, you might need this one. You can easily spot your suitcases among the sea of black bags on the luggage carousel with this Olympia Two-Piece Silver/Brown Polka Dot Luggage Set. The 21-inch carry-on can expand by 25 percent, while the 16-inch tote has a sleeve for your laptop and a pocket for your water bottle.

$79.99 at Overstock.com

Olympia 2 piece Silver/Brown Polka Dot Luggage Set

All those cords for your laptop, CrackBerry, iPod and cell phone can get a little out of control on the road. (Wait—you're supposed to be on vacation...) Pick up Built NY's Charger Bag to clear up any wire worry. The wetsuit-grade tote, complete with six flexible and fleece-lined compartments, is available in an array of fun colors and designs. No more cord tangles. Yehey!

$25 at BuiltNY.com

Built NY's Charger Bag

For a more classic style to lug your belongs around, check out British company Barbour's Travel Explorer. This medium-sized bag comes with a detachable shoulder strap and is available in waxed cotton or leather (pictured).

$259 for waxed cotton; $525 for leather at Barbour.com

Barbour's Travel Exploroer

M Z Wallace's York bag, made of Marrakesh straw and orange roma leather, is the perfect roomy tote for traveling directly from the plane to la playa. It's TOTE-ally roomy!

$195 at MZWallace.com

MZ Wallace's York bag

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