Anonymous asked: Hi! I have a huge bag problem, and I believe there are many out there who do too! Its so hard to find a multifunctional bag that can looks great when I wanna look more femme, but not too caught-under-the-armpit in that overly girly way. Something for someone who lies somewhere in the middle :)

I totally know some people in the same place. Here are some ideas for mid-femme bags:

Camp Director Tote, available at Modcloth for $54.99

Anna in Teal, available on Etsy for $45

Square Shape Leather Backpack - Tan Brown, available on Etsy for $150

Louche Denk Handbag, available at joythestore.com for $46.50

Farm Rucksack, available at Makr for $160

The weekender, available at Everlane for $95

Warehouse Color Block Satchel, available at ASOS for $63.32

Two tone canvas bag, available on Etsy for $39.00

Happy carrying!

- Sonia

Related posts: Holdalls, Gym Bags, and Cute Duffles; Boi Bags; Not-in-School Backpacks

I was at a party the other day and a gay boy walked in with the most fabulous kelly green holdall and I thought, omg I love it. I’m going to do a holdall/duffle post. These are great if you want to impress that cute queer at the gym or are going on a weekend trip and have a medium amount of things to bring.

Bryson Gym Bag, available at J. Crew for $98

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Adidas Originals Holdall Bag, available at ASOS for $86.23


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Bill Gym Bag Black, available at Bonobos for $119

Recycled-Sail seabags! Made from 100% recycled sail cloth, and customizable! Available at Resails for $159.



Kelly Green Duffle bag, available at Knockaround for $16. OR LEARN HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN JUST LIKE IT HERE.

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Weekender bag, available at Banana Republic for $225. Plus 25% off and free shipping.

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Ernest Alexander Red Duffle, available at Bonobos for $225

I’ve recently made a few more fantastic purchases: a couple Tommy Hilfiger boy’s polos, and a Ben Sherman backpack on sale at ASOS. I felt that my wardrobe was lacking in bright colors, so I took the plunge and got some orange to go with all the navy I already had. Plus, how can I be a true Prepster without bright colors? All I need now is a lakeside house in New Hampshire and some boats… 

Polo: Tommy Hilfiger Boys
Watch: 666 Barcelona
Belt: Abercrombie & Fitch Preppy Braided Belt
Shorts: Old Navy Women’s Perfect Khaki Bermudas
Boat Shoes: Sebago Docksides
Backpack: Plectrum Canvas Backpack by Ben Sherman

The sporty style is a great option for a comfortable, casual look that can also smooth over a huge lack of coordination. Those of us more likely found hunching over a stack of talmudic texts in our attic than throwing a baseball might benefit from adding some tennis shoes and a polo now and then. Plus it can be pretty androgynous, if that’s your thing.

1. Unisex Flex Terry Headband, available at American Apparel for $6
2. New Balance Retro Running Trainers, available at Shopping Store for $62
3. Adidas Original Tank with Trefoil Logo, available at ASOS for $33
4. Top Ten-nis Dress, available at Modcloth for $94
3. Original Fit Short Sleeve Non-stretch Pique Polo in yolk yellow, available at Lacoste for $79.50
6. Fred Perry Plimsolls, available at Topman for $84
7. Adidas Originals Sweat, available at ASOS for $99.42
8. Adidas Originals Team Holdall, available at ASOS for $99.42
9. Stussy Hat, available at YOOX for $25
10. Timex Heritage Camper Watch, available at ASOS for $65.45

Just the word “purse” makes me turn green… and I’ve been known to grow faint while walking through the Macy’s handbags section (So many tasteless patterns and fake gold buckles and satin bows… I mean who thinks that’s a good idea?) How so many cismen manage to carry all their things without a bag, I don’t know. But times have changed since Joey Tribbiani’s unisex bag cost him a job (or god forbid, made him look gay.) Here are my favorite dapper selections to fulfill your carrying needs without having to endure any purse section trauma:

Canvas Satchel, available at ASOS for $24.86

Satchel Messenger Bag made from upcycled Truck Tarpaulins, available on Etsy for ~$73

Vintage Army Medic Messenger Bag with Medic Cross, available at harrysarmysurplus.net for $19.99

Grey Stars and Stripes Barrel Bag, available at Topman for $56

Orange duffle bag, available at Owen & Fred for $129

Olive Lunch Tote, available at  Artifact Bag Co. for $65

Green Dunlop Stripe Bag, available at Topman for $48

Fred Perry Deconstructed holdall, available at ASOS for $107.71

The striped tote, available at Everlane for $35

Paul Smith Jeans Nylon Tote Bag, available at ASOS for $217.44

(Whyyyyyy???)

Related Posts: Not-in-School Backpacks

It’s summer, which means weekend trips, hikes, and road trips — and your old Jansport backpack doesn’t exactly scream vacation. So from femme to not-at-all-femme, here are my unique yet classic picks that will keep you dapper for wherever your adventures take you.

Bungee String Backpack, available at ASOS for $52.19

Grace Pack, made to order by EthanMade & Co for $260

Day at the River Backpack, available at Modcloth for $23.99

Color block backpack, available at ASOS for $60.88

The Sanction, available at Mission Workshop for $179

Sandqvist Tech Backpack, available at ASOS for $260.93

Rolled backpack, available at A Kind Of Guise for €390

Melange Dark Khaki Wool Backpack , Unique Design of BagyBag, available on Etsy for $93.70

Or maybe I just decided that I really like it. Either way, here are my picks. 

Summer straw hat, available at J. Crew for $35

Ellington, available at Clae for $105

Tangerine Heteronormative Blazer, available at Topshop for $130

Union Worker Crew, available at cxxvi.net for $68

Hot Coral Skinny Suit Trousers, available at Topman for $120. I own these in black. View mine here.

Coral Queen Dress, available at Modcloth for $319.99

Waxed Canvas Bag, available on Etsy for the low low price of $79. It’s handmade, you guys.

Solid Calf-High Sock, available at American Apparel for $8.00. I own them in black and they are delightfully comfortable.

Opening Ceremony Flat Suede Oxfords Available at Style Paste for $160