Gustto “Cala” Large Duffel
Style doesn’t stop at luggage – some of the best and most beautiful bags are found in the luggage category. Take the Gustto “Cala” large duffel bag, for example. This is something I would not be ashamed to see on the luggage carousel when I get off the plane. The bag is made of soft, smooth black leather and has brushed metal hardware. The duffel bag has a two-way top zip closure and an interior zip pocket with a space for your cell phone. The dimensions are nineteen inches by ten inches, and the bag has a depth of eleven inches – plenty of room for all your belongings. This bag works both as a carry-on shoulder bag and as an overnight pack. It’s certainly nicer than anything I have for overnights with friends!
The bag, despite being a container for your clothes, also makes a style statement. I could see a girl carrying this with a blazer and dress pants, or even a pair of skinny jeans and a soft leather cropped jacket. I really like the fact that you can be stylish even when you’re travelling. Before, you used to have to carry stiff, yet elegant Louis Vuitton suitcases for any semblance of style. Now, the designers have heard our plea for a simpler bag, and here it is. Any way you cut it, this bag rocks, and so does the price. Get yours at Nordstrom.com for $760.00.
Speaking of gorgeous duffels, this Bally Hermit T-21 brown Italian leather duffel bag is perfect for a stay at the spa. It holds two changes of clothes, a pair of shoes, and toiletries. It’s got a racing stripe in red and white down the body of the bag and brushed gold-toned hardware. It also has a platform bottom with feet, to protect the leather when you set it down. I love the attachable cross-body strap for easier carrying. In fact, this bag is so wonderfully vintage that if it wasn’t close to $1000, I’d get it right now. Get it at Zappos.com for $998.95.
Here’s an elegant duffel from Skagen Designs. The Svendborg Duffel Bag is made of smooth black leather and silver-toned hardware. It has an adjustable shoulder strap and dual handles for easy carrying. It also has a matching luggage tag so that no one will walk off with your beautiful bag. Get it at Endless.com for $395.00.