https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:30:56 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350675 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 20:08:19 +0000 rebekahphoto 2350675@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>what about using a backpack with the shoes, notebook etc.&nbsp;<br />and a crossbody/purse for essentials: keys, bus pass, phone etc?</p> <p>I have similar needs &amp; started using a backpack this fall to carry all the other "stuff" so save my back (books, lunch, shoes, laptop), with a crossbody purse.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have a one from Hedgren that is good---lightweight, super zippers, not too large, (the straps on my tore so I've been looking at other options lately) I would consider do you want a sporty looking one, colorful, or waterproof? we are in backpack land with sooo many choices.&nbsp;</p> <p>Some I found: Rains (waterproof &amp; cool designs) Hedgren, Quince (or Dagne Dover) neoprene backpack. I have colleagues who like Cotopaxi. Timbuk 2 is also well designed &amp; you could create a custom one--so many color and fabric choices.&nbsp;</p> <p>the Rack also had options on their website.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350466 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 22:11:03 +0000 LaPed 2350466@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have you looked at Calpak? A bunch of their bags have a dedicated shoe compartment. I haven’t tried them personally, but they are appealing!</p> <p><a href="https://www.calpaktravel.com/products/luka-laptop-backpack/matte-black" rel="nofollow">https://www.calpaktravel.com/p.....atte-black</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350393 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 05:33:56 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2350393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh. I just shopped for a backpack (daypack), to take on a trip to Europe. I was looking for something more urban looking than my REI hiking one. I spent way too much time reading reviews online and drooling over some really nice looking expensive ones (like <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.sandqvist.us/p/ilon-multi_-lilac_-dawn">this one</a> by Sandqvist).&nbsp; I got the ReNew Transit backpack and matching sling bag from Everlane, in Finds below. The backpack has a strap across the back that allows you to put it over a rolling-bag handle, if you end up going that way, or if you want to use it for travel, too. I haven't used it yet, but I think I will get some good out of it for going to piano lesson (with my piano music, glasses, keys, etc) and the gym. </p> <p>p.s. I found <a rel="nofollow" href="https://backpackies.com/">this site called Backpackies</a> had a lot of good reviews and comparisons of backpacks</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350391 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 04:16:39 +0000 Sal 2350391@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Would this work?</p> <p>- Backpack for most of gear<br />- specific commuter jackets with pockets - one for cold, one for other weather - I also like to have keys and phone easily available as a woman walking alone</p> <p>I have an Osprey backpack and really like it.&nbsp; Mine is the Axis.&nbsp; I had a trendier one but prefer the more practical one.&nbsp; It fits my work supplies plus a change of clothes and shoes at a pinch if needed.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350389 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 04:07:42 +0000 Suz 2350389@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear you about the pockets thing. My favourite coat, that I can't get rid of despite the fact that it looks really RATE now, is my J. Crew downtown field jacket, long -- because of the pockets! There's a separate one for bus pass. One for phone, Room for kleenex. Space for gloves, keys, whatever. All organized.&nbsp;</p> <p>And I also get what you are saying about ease of access with a crossbody as opposed to a backpack. So frustrating. The Transit pack I linked has the keyring thingie on the side, (for easier access), and also some rather nifty pockets. But you do still have to take it off to get at the bulk of your things, which is a pain.&nbsp;</p> <p>You are right -- it is not a fun fashion problem to have. I wish you luck and hope you will report back on any nifty solutions.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350288 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 20:32:07 +0000 annagybe 2350288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a backpack or two, or more…eek. Used to use it, then I switched to a cross body, haven’t reorganized my stuff back to the backpack. Nice thing about the cross body is easy access to keys, work badge, parking fob thingy (for offsite garage, not to confuse with home garage fob). Also phone. WHY do some many jackets don’t have decent pockets?!?!?<br />Also I do want to keep shoes in a separate bag because sometimes I stop at the grocery store or pet store, etc on way home. Rolling bag wouldn’t work, because the sidewalks aren’t great, and there’s a hill.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;I really should rotate to backpack now, as I remember some staff being attacked in the area, rare though. Plus dark before and after shift.<br />Baggu or the ilk would be good. I can “store” street shoes at work, theoretically we stay on one side or the other, in reality we’re still going back and forth.I don’t need to change shoes between areas.&nbsp;<br />This isn’t a fun fashion problem. Harrumph&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350278 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 19:58:37 +0000 bj1111 2350278@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a PITA</p> <p>Do you need to store street shoes while you wear clogs in hospital?</p> <p>I really like baggu foldables —washable and take everywhere </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350273 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 19:08:51 +0000 Suz 2350273@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG what a nightmare. </p> <p>I also have to schlep a lot when I am teaching -- working in multiple buildings and going back and forth. I got a Bellroy backpack for that and inside I carry a foldable nylon tote that I can use for stuff like shopping (or, in your case, shoes). I have them in a bunch of colours but the one I most often use is silver metallic. I think I could actually fit shoes into the transit workpack if I wanted, but I get your point about keeping those separate.&nbsp;</p> <p>I am with <b>Angie</b> that a rolling one might be tougher to manage than expected on Seattle's streets.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350247 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 15:13:31 +0000 Angie 2350247@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Anna</b>, do you want to carry it all in one bag, or two? A heavy crossbody might aggravate your back.</p> <p>I'm not sure a rolling piece of luggage will work on the streets and hills of Seattle, though.</p> <p>May I suggest a small backpack for everything, and a small tote for your shoes.</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350225 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 11:13:37 +0000 Olive Green 2350225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b></b>Rolling backpacks seem like the best of both worlds?&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://shop.highsierra.com/best-sellers/freewheel-pro-wheeled-backpack/1385843404.html">https://shop.highsierra.com/be.....43404.html</a></p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350216 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 04:29:26 +0000 Carla 2350216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That’s a lot of kit to schlep around. &nbsp;I’d look for a mini rolling bag or suitcase and save your back and shoulders. &nbsp;Something cool like this;&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.francinecollections.com/products/wheels-up-16-laptop-roller-backpack-1">https://www.francinecollection.....-backpack-</a>1&nbsp;Google under-seat bags or laptop bags. &nbsp;</p> <p>FWIW, I’m seeing more of these used to haul gym kit by folks of all ages vs the traditional oversized kit bag. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350203 Sat, 20 Jan 2024 20:20:39 +0000 rachylou 2350203@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They have duffle bags with shoe compartments at the bottom. What do you think of that possible solution? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-bag-solution-not-philosophical-or-geopolitical#post-2350197 Sat, 20 Jan 2024 18:57:31 +0000 annagybe 2350197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So my work is splitting into two different buildings for inpatient and outpatient. We do not have a centralized locker area. Currently my work clogs (Sanita, FYI. Thanks Denise!)are stored near my desk, which I’ll soon lose. Offsite parking for me is about 5 blocks away, I have roly-poly ankles so I don’t like walking long distances in them on crappy sidewalks. I don’t also want to wear them home, fomites and hospital ickies. Clogs are great at work though.&nbsp;<br />Right now I have a big crossbody bag from Barneys (RIP), but I should probably carry a backpack again. Wallet, work badge, extra masks, hand sanitizer, 1/2 assed bullet journal and pens, etc etc. If I’m organized (hah) I actually bring lunch in a small cooler bag.<br />For my clogs I’m thinking some sort of fabric or canvas tote with the actual clogs in a super bougie plastic bag.&nbsp;<br />Need suggestions/help on figuring this out. Willing to buy a larger tote or bag for my main bag as well, but needs a crossbody strap.&nbsp;<br />Also, and this a major ugh for me I may have to wear scrubs to and from work, I’d change into fresh ones at the end of shift. Currently I change at work in hospital issued ones. But it may prove more of a pain. FYI scrubs are not warm.</p>