By Hand: A Place for Every Pen

Pockets are my Achilles’ heel. Show me a bag with hidden zippers and divided compartments and the possibility of order seduces me. There are many ways to interpret this love for nooks and order (therapists, I hear what you’re thinking), but this attraction stems from my travels. When I was three, I had to prevent my crayons from attacking my stuffed bunny. At thirteen, my Harry Potter book and copycat story needed to marinate in my backpack.

Years of travel taught me what I need (snacks; water; book; notebook; iPod; sweater) and what I don’t (4 books; 48 colored pencils; sewing kit) while traveling.

My needs were clear; my bag of choice wasn’t.

Many women get to this point. They’ve figured out their travel needs but can’t find a bag that will organize their credit cards, provide space for sunglasses, and sit comfortably on their shoulders. That’s where Baggallini comes in.

Two flight attendants began the company in 1995 and set out to design bags that appealed to the woman jet-setter. Given our countless customers that have called Baggallini “the perfect travel bag” over the years, I think they’ve succeeded.

Baggallini recently expanded beyond its travel-friendly Classic lines to include the high-function, high-style Quilt, Leather Trim, International, and Travel Accessories Collections. Our current stock includes a great selection of Classic bags (see below for specifics!), but we’re most excited about the new Audrey Satchel and Maria Crossbody from the Leather Trim Collection.

Made of lightweight, water-resistant, durable satin nylon fabric and trimmed in leather, both styles come in Garnet, Amber, Emerald, and Onyx. These styles will appeal to the non-traveler, but the focus remains the same: functional beauty.

Countless customers come through our doors with their own Baggallini story. For me, the ability to organize one small piece of my universe gives me peace of mind.

After all, isn’t life about the stories we tell?