changing the scenery with the perfect bag.

the holidays are family time, and in this nomadic world, it means also traveling time. like many others, i pack my knick-knacks, presents, and head to another city to visit relatives.

packing is always such a hassle: i try taking only what i'll need to avoid a suitcase (and having to carry it up and down six flights of stairs which is too strenuous even with a polycarbonate rimowa suitcase), but figuring out the essentials in this nordic (sic!) climate can be quite tricky in a family of six people and four dogs with endless energy. my guidelines so far have been that everything needs to fit nicely into a weekend holdall.

my good old issey miyake bag has served me well throughout the years. i like the rugged look and the multiple internal pockets which are great for organizing. unfortunately, it is slightly on the small side and i often end up carrying additional shopping bags, which kinda ruins the charm, don't you think?



since it's not for work, a casual holdall works just fine. therefore, i've considered going larger and shinier with my weekend bag, and i really like the line raf simons did for eastpack. since i am not exactly a backpack kinda girl, i'd go for this: