Shambra

I have bad airport karma. Take this past week for instance: I went back to Ohio to see my folks and my flight both ways was delayed four hours, despite the fact that the skies were nothing but sunshine. If it isn't layovers, then it's always something else. Usually, and I fully confess, I am that person in front of you who has so much extraneous stuff (e.g. a purse full of gadgets that need to be emptied, laptop case that is ridiculously bulky and full of overflowing cords) that it backs the up the entire security line and makes for a frustrated crowd of eye rollers and loud, impatient sighers. What I need is a bag I can fit everything in like the ones made by Shambra, which are not only incredibly functional and organized, but also absolutely stunning.

The highly crafted, Italian leather pieces are divided into two collections: Maren bags and Hertha Travel Accessories (which all complement and integrate into each of the Maren bags, natch). The Maren Carry-On Bag, which may just be my savior and yours if your ever standing behind me in line, functions as both a handbag and laptop carrier in one. Carried by the handles or by a shoulder strap, it has two big zippers and an open middle section for the slightly padded laptop sleeve. The inside pockets fit all manner of tech accessories like a phone, PDA, or ipod, travel wallet and power cords. If you don't need all the room and want something more minimal, the work tote and laptop bags are just as hot looking and maintain all the pockets. They all come with Hertha wallets for even further organization and a speedy way to find your license.

Now if they could only ensure no delays…