https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 03 Apr 2026 23:45:31 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel/page/2#post-1235789 Mon, 28 Apr 2014 18:34:38 +0000 rachylou 1235789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree on #4 for travel. I like the plainer look of #2, but you can't beat LeSportSac for actual traveling. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1235335 Mon, 28 Apr 2014 03:18:21 +0000 Susie 1235335@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just checking in to add that I've had a Kipling bag for years and it has held up beautifully. Mine is big enough to work as an overnight/weekend bag. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1235325 Mon, 28 Apr 2014 03:07:54 +0000 K. Period. 1235325@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Emily, I agree with Joyce. &nbsp;You can fold it down. &nbsp;In fact, I did that with mine when I was travelling. I think mine was a large rather than a medium, but it still folded down into a relatively compact size. &nbsp;I feel like 8x6ish? &nbsp;I really really love it and I'm pretty demanding about what works for a bag. &nbsp;The only downside is that it doesn't have a cross-body strap, so you have to drag it around on your shoulders. &nbsp;Still, I wouldn't trade it...except for maybe a solid colored one, when I get tired of mine's fun pattern. &nbsp; </p> <p>ETA: Okay, went and looked it up on the LSS website. &nbsp;They only have one size, so it must be the same! &nbsp;It comes with its own extra matching pouch and I found I was able to shove mine inside of it with a little effort. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1235230 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 23:51:39 +0000 Catnip 1235230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I highly recommend the Tumi Q-tote (or quintessential tote).&nbsp; I took one to France over two years ago and have become addicted to it.&nbsp; It wears like iron, is lined, has several interior pockets, and simply doesn't wear out.&nbsp; It also comes in quite a few different colors.&nbsp; I'm about to get a second one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1235199 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 23:21:20 +0000 Joyce B 1235199@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You mean to carry the folded Sportsac inside another purse? Absolutely!<br /> When I travel I use mine to carry two other purses plus my cooler plus my blanket and sheet plus my lightweight rain jacket if it's for a long trip.<br /> Planes' seats tend to get sticky and hot when you sit there too long, that's why I carry my sheet, people look at me in a weird way but I sit in comfort and sleep better... Anyway, I went on a limb. You can carry a lot in a large Sportsac and you can fold the empty Sportsac and put in a largish purse if you want it to go as an extra bag. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1235171 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 22:23:20 +0000 Emily 1235171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For the ladies who have a lesportsac travel tote, would it be doable to fold it down and stash in a purse? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1235082 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 20:06:37 +0000 Beth Ann 1235082@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I saw this in BR and was smitten --- pretty refined for a tote, and comes with an adjustable strap.</p> <p><a href="http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=14421&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=949822002" rel="nofollow">http://bananarepublic.gap.com/.....=949822002</a></p> <p>They're running 41% off online for today only.&nbsp; It comes in nude with brown trim, also.</p> <p>I like the #1 and #3 in your pics! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1235078 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 20:02:57 +0000 Joyce B 1235078@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>K, I also voted for #4. It's the best "bags bag" for travel, you can't beat it.<br /> Plus, it's washable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1235052 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 19:36:32 +0000 K. Period. 1235052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it is interesting that #4 is getting no love at all--except from me! &nbsp;I have a LSS bag in exactly that shape, but a different pattern. &nbsp;It is phenomenal. &nbsp;I use it for exactly your purpose: carry on. &nbsp;I can shove an unbelievable amount of kid stuff into it. &nbsp;It has a zipper on top. It has a zippered pouch inside.&nbsp;<br />And all those side compartments are little zippered compartments. &nbsp;It is incredible! I've used it for four years now as my overnight and carry on and it still looks like new. &nbsp;I vote #4!!!</p> <p>LOL--Joyce, I think we cross-posted! High five, bag twin!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1235042 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 19:24:08 +0000 catgirl 1235042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like 2 best of these. A zipper is a must for stowing when flying! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1235030 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 19:12:02 +0000 Joyce B 1235030@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have the Sportsac in large in a different print. I love it, I call it my bags' bag because I put my travel purse, my food, rain gear or whatever else I may need and everything fits in there, plus it's very light-weight and it has three ouside zippers of which I use one to keep my travel docs handy, the middle one for my travel headphones and the other one for my phone and miscellaneous stuff.<br /> The bag was a bit pricey but I am very pleased with the great service it provides.<br /> Have fun in London, what a great trip that will be! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234951 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 17:39:47 +0000 Psyche 1234951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you're considering the&nbsp;Tosca Blu, I'll be so happy it's going to a good home.&nbsp;<br />Just a heads up though; if on your&nbsp;travels, you&nbsp;happen across a crazy, bug eyed woman, frothing at the mouth with jealousy - just ignore her. &nbsp;^_^'</p> <p>Anyway, no matter what you decide - it's London, so you'll still be stressed! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234737 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 13:35:38 +0000 Golden 1234737@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would get one with a zipper, I always take a backpack. But I would choose one that goes with my coat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234732 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 13:32:03 +0000 Susie 1234732@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Emily, have you ever looked at Tumi totes? Some of their things are quite spendy but the nylon totes are reasonable and nice quality. </p> <p>And I second the recommendation for Baggalini too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234720 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 13:23:32 +0000 Emily 1234720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all for the feedback and extra suggestions. &nbsp;You're right, it really needs to zip. &nbsp;#1 is out for sure. &nbsp;A crossbody strap is definitely a big plus. &nbsp;I'd like something light that I can throw in the wash and take to the beach and whatnot - so probably nylon.<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />@Joy, good thought! &nbsp;I do plan to tuck a smaller crossbody bag for most days&nbsp;inside whatever I end up shoving under the seat in front of me. &nbsp;DH will be bringing a backpack (for a couple of "full-tourist" type daytrips), maybe we can shuffle our bag plans around...</p> <p>@Suz, I'm planning to bring a black raincoat (gear, but still sleek - I'd like a hood for sightseeing in the rain). &nbsp;On the fence about packing my BR trench too, since a lot of my outfits are quite casual. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234676 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 12:22:50 +0000 crutcher 1234676@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would definitely not have a non-zipper bag...The Coach would be a contender except that it is probably expensive...I like Joy's suggestion of a faux leather backpack...I would look at Target...You want something you can abuse and not really care...<br />Have a great trip...Love trip information... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234594 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 07:40:41 +0000 fuzzylogic 1234594@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like #2 &amp;3! Have a great time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234592 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 07:29:37 +0000 Gigi 1234592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree on the zip closure being a must. My favorite is #2. I like the idea that it's packable—sounds like it could be a versatile purchase. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234560 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 05:33:42 +0000 carolbee 1234560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with everyone else, a zip closure is a must when travelling. I also think that a strap that means you can wear it hands free and cross body if necessary. Obviously you would not normally wear a tote cross body but when I'm racing through an airport trying to make a connecting flight, its ease that's important, not looks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234507 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 04:20:18 +0000 Neel 1234507@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love 1, but no zipper closure would be a deal breaker for me too I like 2 next too. But I always carry a back pack for travel. Hands free and roomy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234503 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 04:13:34 +0000 Psyche 1234503@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hey, I know this wasn't part of your list - but I thought maybe I'd recommend this bag:</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-IN-DUST-BAG-TOSCA-BLU-LILAC-TOTE-SHOULDER-BAG-/370967920610?ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123">http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-IN.....PageName=A</a></p> <p>I love it, but cannot justify buying with all the extra shipping charges, especially now I am saving up for a jacket.</p> <p>It is from Tosca Blu, and is nylon (used for parachutes during WWII ya' naw!). I love that the colour isn't all white, but rather a very light lilac - the leather handles are beautiful too.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234490 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 03:48:00 +0000 Diana 1234490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My guidelines for this type of bag are zipper closure and a hands-free option (so handles must be long enough to go over your shoulder). &nbsp;I like my Longchamp for travel. &nbsp;I have a large Planetes; a Pliage works well too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234480 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 03:37:14 +0000 Suz 1234480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How exciting, Emily!!&nbsp;</p> <p>What coat are you taking with you? The new trench? Because colour will depend to some degree on outer wear, right?&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm totally with the others re a zipper closure to the bag. Rule out anything that doesn't close completely.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234458 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 03:17:28 +0000 jackiec 1234458@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My fav is #1 but no zipper would mean no deal for me. Too bad! Close second would be #2 but it all depends on your wardrobe. They all look very useful and would work well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234457 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 03:16:32 +0000 Debbie 1234457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like 2 the best. I like Joy's idea of the back pack. For me a zipper closure is a must. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234444 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 03:03:36 +0000 rizamei 1234444@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree, zipper closure is key for travel!</p> <p><a href="http://www.baggallini.com/category/Baggallini-Totes" rel="nofollow">Baggallini</a> makes great travel totes. I especially love the ones they have with a special back pocket that converts to slip over the handle of your rolling suitcase. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234393 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 02:17:01 +0000 Anonymous 1234393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The no zipper closure would be a deal breaker for me unless there is a big zippered pocket that could be secured.&nbsp; I tend to get inexpensive non-leather for travel because it is light weight and travel is hard on a bag.&nbsp; It must be sturdy though because you don't want to have it break on a trip.&nbsp; For looks and practicality, I like 3 best, but it may be too expensive and too much of a hastle to order.<br />Have you considered a school-sized&nbsp;backpack for the plane with a smaller bag to carry in London inside?&nbsp; That is now my favorite personal item.&nbsp; Tickets and "ear planes", snacks, etc. that I need on the plane fit and are easy to find in the outer pockets while a coat can be rolled up&nbsp;in the main part along with neck pillow, etc. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234385 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 02:06:44 +0000 Ledonna N. 1234385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like 2 and 3 as well </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234347 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 01:20:41 +0000 carter 1234347@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with abc about the zipper. I like #2 best. Do they all fit with the outfits you plan to take? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-tote-for-travel#post-1234342 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 01:15:48 +0000 abc 1234342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When I travel a zip closure is a must so any without this would be a deal-breaker for me. I like 2 and 3 best but you may decide differently. </p> <p>Congrats on booking the trip! </p>