PACK YOUR BACKPACK:

BACK TO SCHOOL BACKPACK BAGS ARE IT.

CHANEL RED VINTAGE QUILTED BACKPACK

It is so humorously reminiscent of high school, I seriously can't get enough of it. Nevermind the fact that it actually makes logistical sense to carry a backpack rather than a large short-handled tote. I know, I know, what's next... the trapper keeper? Maybe? That's kind of brilliant, actually. But seriously, I'm a mother of three and often sacrifice practicality for fabulosity (and later curse myself), but here, friends, we can have it both and your hands are free! This trend hasn't hit the runways or the stores as hard as say the mini bag (which I love, but is also a culprit of impractical means), but it will. Trust me.

ALEXANDER WANG BACKPACK, $775 BUY HERE

KHIRMA ELIAZOV TOTE/BACKPACK, $675 BUY HERE

Most of the backpack bags are being made as totes as well so if you're not feeling the double shoulder or one shoulder backpack feel, you can carry it by its handle. I like that there's versatility and options, though, and your back will, too. Besides, it's so preppy cool.

CHANEL RUNWAY 2010

MARC JACOBS NEW ARMY HANDHACK TOTE/BACKPACK, $698 BUY HERE

VALENTINO RESORT 2011 BACKPACKS

- sister