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February 02, 2005

Right on the Marka

Marka spring '05Don’t resent your ex-boyfriends. Be smart and cash in on them, like Stanford MBA grads Molly Nelson and Katherine Walker Buxton. The two were inspired by the personalities of their exes when creating their Marka line of handbags. Take for instance, Hudson, who's an organization freak -- his tote features several pockets for cell phone, iPod, etc. But industryites should take note of the chic Sinclair Slouch (pictured), which is extra-roomy for a laptop, numerous scripts and production binders. $465, markaonline.com
 

February 2, 2005 at 12:06 AM in PICK OF THE DAY | Permalink

Comments

In the world of women's laptop bags, these are only an OK option. I went to buy the Hudson but immediately felt like to paying $400 for a canvas bag with two foam pieces in it wsa absurd. These are not really that well made and only come in unflattering colors so I looked elsewhere.

Clearly, the stylefile hasn't found Alex Grant Bags who make truly unique designer laptop bags for women that are made out of luxurious leather and leather/microfiber combo. I found one and met Alex at a 30 Van Dam sample sale in NY last month. It is the most talked about bag I've ever owned since people approach me on the street asking where I got it. Now I can pay $400 for a gorgeous leather bag but for canvas and foam...I think that's a little too hollywood for me.

Posted by: Dara Kurtz | Feb 3, 2005 9:02:15 AM

I thought these were cool but pricey and since I wear mostly black to work, I needed something black but not boring. I bought a bag from AcmeMade that is cool and stylish and has a laptop case that fits inside. I like that people are finally making laptop bags for women but I couldn't find anything in leather which is what I wanted.

Posted by: Stacy G | Feb 3, 2005 4:26:27 PM

Marka has a nice collection of colorful bags, but the price tag is too high for an every day bag. If I'm paying $400 for a bag, I plan to carry it for a lifetime. Marka's bags defeat the purpose of having an every day bag, because they are more like fashion accessories. And, we know that fashion is ever changing. I really like the laptop cases I found at www.she-tech.com -- they are stylish and affordable.

Posted by: Makeda M. | Mar 6, 2005 8:02:45 AM

Pinder has very sleek and hiqh quality laptop cases.
They are minimalist and colorful. To me, they are so much more realistically priced since I don't really want to spend that much on a laptop bag when I don't really carry it with me that much.

Pinder has great colors and a cute pink laptop bag too.

www.pinderbags.com

Posted by: Charlotte C. | Apr 30, 2005 1:33:39 PM

If you're looking for a leather laptop bag, I just found a website that seems to offer everything; leather, stylish, not to trendy and affordable at $250. It's called www.ginabinternational.com. I just ordered one (Bellisima). Check it out.

Posted by: Donna K. | Oct 17, 2005 8:03:13 PM

I agree with Donna K, the gina b collection is truly one of a kind. They are made of beautiful leather and fully padded. Check them out at www.ginabinternational.com. I liked the Andiamo, very sleek and classic lines.

Posted by: Nancy | Nov 2, 2005 7:14:48 PM

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