reccomend any bag for me to look at for-

[aarti]

i agree, passerby you are TOO GOOD, i dont know how to pick and chooose!

 

[aarti]

thank you everyone for taking your time out to help me find a bag, i really appreciate it. now i just dont know how to pick lol

 

[passerby]

Aarti, I'm having fun trying to help you find a bag It really would be preferable to see the options in person. Really hope you find a bag that's both functional and stylish and above all, something you really love.

Aarti, grechenscloset etc - how about Heather Hawkins?

http://www.jenniferkaufman.com/product_info.php?cPath=48&products_id=1794
Heather Hawkins Carry On Messenger $445
Quote:
Carry-on Messenger This bag is just like the Carry-on tote except it is smaller, zips closed, and has a much longer strap. This bag is great for travel, big cities, and just about anytime in between. Carry-on messenger is made of Italian lamb skin, Italian brass hardware, and lined in a black twill fabric.

Dimensions: (13”Lx5”Wx10”H)


http://www.jenniferkaufman.com/product_info.php?cPath=48&products_id=729
Quote:
Heather Hawkins Dreamweaver
This adorable bag has two straps that easily adjust to your best fit with Italian hardware. Dreamweaver closes with two perfectly placed magnetic snaps. There is one functional zipper pocket on the outside of the bag. The inside is fully-lined with one zippered pocket. 14”Lx4”Wx7”H

$275.00

$445.00

 

[passerby]

According to Dutchy's website, there are two retailers carrying her bags in New Jersey:

http://www.dutchy.net/retailers.html

[SIZE=-3]New Jersey
Avant Garde Fashion, Curtis Ct., Kendall Park
So Many Bags, Carver Ave., Westwood[/SIZE]

Perhaps you could check out the bags if you happen to be in the neighbourhood of those two stores.

http://www.dutchy.net/spring06_catalog/penny_sac.html
Penny Sac
Can be carried messenger style
18" x 15"
$253
http://www.jenniferkaufman.com/product_info.php?manufacturers_id=88=dutchy&products_id=1661
Dutchy Peety Sac
$215
Adjustable strap

 

[passerby]

Here's a cool site by a fascinating leather craftsman called Henry Hibbard:
http://www.leathergoodsconnection.com/

Out of curiosity, I went googling and came across a blog where a lady said she received a hand-made bag from Henry and loved it. Then I went to "Comments" on the above site and true enough, there was a comment made by her.

However, the styling of the bags is not out of the ordinary, seems like it's the quality of the workmanship that stands out.
http://www.leathergoodsconnection.com/handbags.html

http://www.leathergoodsconnection.com/lareq.html
Large Equestrian
You can choose the leather colour, trim leather colour, hardware (brass or nickel) etc yourself.

Interesting article about Henry:
http://www.fashion-incubator.com/mt/archives/meet_henry_hibbard.html

http://www.leathergoodsconnection.com/30yearsago.html
I love the bit where he talks about his pets (both dead and alive).

 

[passerby]

Yeah, it's me again

I like the idea of this bag - you can convert it from a shoulder bag to a tote to a messenger ...

(Zappos is also carrying the line but not the messenger)

From bagtrends:

http://www.bagtrends.com/products/handbags/RM003.htm
http://www.bagtrends.com/products/handbags/RM004.htm
Renato Minelli Tote-to-Messenger
Quote:

The studs and rivets on this large tote from the Renato Minelli Tulip Collection enhance the sporty look of the bag. With a long shoulder strap in jute and two leather handles, this bag can go from shoulder bag, to tote, to messenger. Because, after all, isn’t it a woman’s prerogative to change her bag as often as she changes her mind? You’ll fall in love with all the prominent zippers on the outside that lead to actual pockets, the brushed-antique bronze hardware, and the ultra-soft embossed calf leather. An added plus: If you have been dying for a chic laptop bag, this tote can handle it.

Also available in: Tan

Bag Dimensions: L15" x W2" x H16"

Price: $299

This Bologna Saddle Bag looks cool but can't be worn messenger-style:
http://www.bagtrends.com/products/handbags/RM005.htm
Quote:
Part country, part couture, the Bologna Saddle Bag is Italian craftsmanship at its finest. From the delicate stitching along the handle and front pockets, to the aged-looking and textured leather, we highly recommend this for a woman seeks a medium sized shoulder bag. The crispi – very soft embossed calf – leather in tan is a season-less color that smoothly transitions from summer to fall, and back again. There is a zipper closer with a flap over hook closer, for added security and chicness. This truly is … bag-a-licious!! There are two inside pockets and one large zipper pocket.

Bag Dimensions: L13" x W3" x H10.5"

Price: $299

 

[passerby]

Aarti, as I don't live in the US, I haven't heard of CL Whiting until this afternoon when I saw some of her "Leaf Leather" bags and wallets.

Have you heard of her, maybe even owned something by her? If you like leaf designs, you may be interested in her handiwork (which IMHO is beautiful). Her bags, wallets, etc are sold on a number of sites as well as in museums.

http://www.clwhiting.com/totes.htm
http://www.clwhiting.com/new.htm
Blue with white etc -

My favourite so far so I'm going to shut up in this thread - for a while anyway

 

[passerby]

Aarti, more info on that Jas MB messenger posted earlier, whether or not you're interested

But I've been doing a fair bit of googling and I'm going to stick my neck out and say that a Jas MB bag would be a great acquisition (provided it's big enough):

http://shop.yumetenpo.jp/goods/d/camsquare.co.jp/g/JAS138/index.shtml

Size is 21 cm x 11 cm x 22 cm which works out to about 8" x 4" x 8.7".

The Charlott Vasberg mini bag is small but I really like the look of it. More pics:
http://item.rakuten.co.jp/heelandtoe/7120/

 

[passerby]

Aarti, there are so many independent designers out there (cheers to g......closet ). Found some cute messenger bags which you might wish to look at (not for your trip to London), just for you to look at

Here's one:

http://www.cutxpaste.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=2&products_id=2384
SLO Canada messenger

Quote:
Canada messengerSarah of SLO makes the most awesome bags...they are totally reconstructed from various items and remade into cool, stylish and functionaly bags! This girl will give you a run for your money in what reconstructed means! Made from a reconstructed Canada sweatshirt, fully lined with corduroy for durability and adjustable black strap.

Measurements (lying flat): 14" x 14"Price: $40.00
And another one:
http://www.cutxpaste.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=2&products_id=2323
die Hollander Forest Messenger Bag

Quote:
Forest messenger bagPerfect for the urban jungle! Sturdy bag handmade from scenic camo canvas with contrast lining, front cell phone pocket, contrast stitching, large decorative metal )-rings, and an adjustable shoulder strap with snaps that can function as shoulder purse, messenger bag, or anything in between. Please note, interior lining is grey (not pictured)

To find out more or view other items from this Partner in Craft, simply click on the links above!

Measurements (lying flat): 14" x 10"Price: $68.00

 

[passerby]

Bookhou designs - cool-looking messengers (Canadian but cutxpaste carries their stuff).

http://www.bookhou.com/


http://www.cutxpaste.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=2&products_id=2555
reed bag
hand printed image of reed prairie linen zipper closure cotton lining
available colors:
greentea
green
dimensions
11 x 12 inches - 40 inch strap

Wallets:
http://www.cutxpaste.com/catalog/product_info.php?manufacturers_id=397&products_id=2559

From another site, this felt wallet is cute:

http://www.fernhousestudio.com/handmade/foxy_wallet.htm
Fern House Studio foxy wallet $16-50

 

[passerby]

http://www.keetacollection.com/messengerbag.htm

I like this one:

http://www.keetacollection.com/Messenger%2012.htm


http://www.keetacollection.com/Messenger 9.htm

 

[misslola]

Check out the Ani Cargo sacs from Luna Boston. I bought one in purple and love it. Plus you can adjust the handle easily.

 

[BagLog.com]

Aarti, as I don't live in the US, I haven't heard of CL Whiting until this afternoon when I saw some of her "Leaf Leather" bags and wallets.

Have you heard of her, maybe even owned something by her? If you like leaf designs, you may be interested in her handiwork (which IMHO is beautiful). Her bags, wallets, etc are sold on a number of sites as well as in museums.

http://www.clwhiting.com/totes.htm
http://www.clwhiting.com/new.htm
Blue with white etc -

My favourite so far so I'm going to shut up in this thread - for a while anyway

i like those

 

[passerby]

Not leather but I love the fact that Swank Creations allow you to have the pleasure of customing your own messenger:

http://www.swankcreations.com/generic17.html

http://www.swankcreations.com/generic60.html
Jen Messenger $65 (flower pin not included)

13" x 16 1/2"

Choice of fabrics:
http://www.swankcreations.com/generic16.html

 

[aarti]

wow i never knew that many bags existed! im not one for an actual purse, i have a couple of burberrys for a job like that, then a fossil messenger that i use more often, with all these different bags maybe indulging in a few more wouldnt hurt... i think now im going to not only look for a messenger bag, but a swing bag, and another bag for less then perfect weather with all these choices, thanks again!