I don’t know about you, but I frequently take my laptop places with me. Sometimes just to a hotspot for coffee and people watching while I’m working, and always when I travel. When flying somewhere, knowing I’m going to have to store my laptop either under the seat in front of me, or in an overhead bin, I carry my laptop in a sturdy case made for travel. It’s reinforced to protect against bumps and dings, and I don’t have to worry about my computer getting damaged while I’m rushing through the airport, or when someone on the plane throws their carry-on on top of it. But if I’m just going down to my local coffee shop, my laptop doesn’t need as much protection, and I like to carry something that isn’t black, rubberized, and boring. I make my laptop case an accessory, not just a necessity. Knowing of my love for pink, you’ll understand why I am coveting this Knomo Bloomsbury Una laptop tote.
First of all. It’s pink. What’s not to love? It’s stylish but sturdy, made from finely woven nylon, with patent trim and accents. The exterior is quilted, as is the back wall of the interior, also lined in nylon. There’s also a zip pocket, and multifunctional slip pockets inside, as well as two side exterior slip pockets. The platform bottom gives the bag some stability when standing, but the bag’s top zip closure will keep your computer and other peripherals from falling out if the bag does happen to tip over. It has dual shoulder straps for easy carrying, giving the bag an 11-inch drop. This tote will hold most 17-inch laptops, as well as a few other things like your mouse, a small external drive, and whatever else you need to carry. Also included is a matching cell phone case with a wrist strap if you prefer to carry that alone. The tote is normally $254, but you can get it now for $182.88 at Zappos.com.
Budget Saving Alternative 1
You can get your geek chic on for less, too. Just think, the less you spend on the bag, the more you have to spend on the computer. This Lucky Brand Flower Power suede patchwork computer sleeve gives you both functionality and style. It’s one hundred percent suede, so it’s a great fall accessory, but the bright yellow, pink, and red flower appliqués make it work for summer, too. There’s a fabric lining, leather accents, and a top-zip closure. The 17-inch cross-body strap is removable. At 12 inches high and 14 inches wide, it will hold most smaller sized laptops, but would really be great for those netbooks that are so popular now. Try it out for only $79 at Piperlime.com.
Budget Saving Alternative 2
Call me crazy, but I am digging the argyle pattern on this LeSportsac Madison cross-body bag. Think of it as either retro ’80s style, or classic preppy. They call it caddy, but I wouldn’t take my laptop onto the golf course. That’s just asking for trouble. The bag has one main compartment with a zip-top closure, and two more outer pockets that also zip closed, so there’s plenty of room for a small laptop or netbook, and all the accompaniments. The shoulder strap is adjustable, so you can make it a shoulder bag with a 10.5-inch drop, or hand carry it, if you prefer. It’s made from nylon, with a nylon lining, and measures 10 inches wide by 11.5 inches high. It’s also available in black and 19 other fun patterns—too many to list here, so you’ll have to go check it out for yourself. You may decide to get a couple since it’s marked down from $68 to $62 at Endless.com.
