The next time you're out and about, take a count of how many folks are wearing backpacks; from school kids to teens at the mall, to folks buying stuff at the store. They're all over the place, to the tune of millions sold a year. You just can't get along without one, it seems, given the amount of stuff we find ourselves carrying -- audio gear, sporting equipment, laptops, school and work material.

After the jump, a look at backpacks; from the everyday to sports-specific models. Good stuff.

I just went to Boston this past weekend. I have to admit vacation is still on the brain. I love weekend getaways! What's an outfit you can wear on the plane? Nothing beats traveling in comfort (lounge pants and a loose cardigan are a must) and oooh, toting a stylish weekender bag! I've got a Betsey Johnson one that I can't get enough of.



Inspiration:
Weekend Getaway

Oh, how I long for when checked bags were once free! I'm a frequent traveler, and while I've learned to live on the road without high heels I knew I'd never wear while clomping through snowy Albany or a "just-in-case" jacket while in Texas during the heat of summer, there are some travel pieces I just couldn't stand to part with as I traded in my two ginormous suitcases for a teeny-weeny carry-on.

As a writer and a speaker, I live a pretty sedentary lifestyle, and staying healthy and active really matters to me, so I had to figure out how to adapt my workout routine to fit not just my lifestyle but also my luggage!

I went to sunny Florida during the Labor Day weekend. While I don't really mind flying, I have to admit that I'm a little bit of a chicken when it comes to takeoffs (yes, I'm the passenger that holds the arm rest). After we're high in the air, I relax and usually fall asleep.

I think the main reason why I'm not too stressed about flying is because I never check my bag. Who wants to deal with waiting for their luggage at baggage claim? Carry-on bags are definitely the way to go!!

During my layover, I couldn't help but to notice the other passenger's luggage. Some people have a really nice sense of style. With the holiday travel season right around the corner, now might be a good time to start making your travel arrangements. After you book your trip, you'll need a nice carry-on bag. Whatever your budget, here are some carry-on bags for you.

When you fly, you can't check your laptop, because it will get thrown around too much with all the other bags in the airplane's cargo hold. You'll have to carry it on, which means you'll have to go through the TSA security checkpoints with it, and there are all sorts of rules about computers in the security line. And of course, those rules keep changing. The best laptop cases are the ones that are comfortable to carry and easy to get through a security line. Read on for some suggestions from a fellow frequent flier.

Traditional school uniforms are boring, unflattering and definitely not stylish. Just because you have to wear a uniform doesn't mean that you have to abandon your individual style. Need a little inspiration? Well, I've picked out some accessories that can help make your school uniform pop:

A good suitcase is one that can carry a heavy load and still be easy to carry. It's a suitcase that can take a beating when an airplane goes through turbulence, or a baggage handler throws it onto a conveyor belt. It's a suitcase that stands out from other suitcases, so you don't have any trouble finding it at baggage claim. A Samsonite suitcase is a good suitcase.

We all like to travel, and whether you travel a lot, or a little, one of the most telling things about you as a traveler is the type of luggage that you are using. We are going to take a look at a few types of luggage to see exactly what your luggage says about you!