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Green Dot Double Dutch Carry On Suitcase

Dec 12, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: Bags, Travel

As I said before, I am in love with the awesome suitcases from Double Dutch.  I have wanted a new suitcase for a while now, and at this point, I am 99.9% certain that it’s going to be from Double Dutch.  At the moment, this Green Dot Carry-On may be the frontrunner. Don’t you just love how shiny it is?

If you aren’t looking for a carryon (or if you just need the whole set), they also have a Green Dot Satchel, a Green Dot Upright, and a Green Dot Rolling Duffel.  All pieces have a 3-year warranty.

Double Dutch Suitcase, 21
Double Dutch Suitcase, 21″ Green Dot Carry-On
Price: $71.99
Take a trip to a groovier time with the Double Dutch retro carry-on. Sure to turn heads as it comes around the baggage carousel, it puts dull luggage to shame with vibrant pastels and a funky polka-dot pattern. Three-year warranty.

Double Dutch Rolling Duffel, Green Dot

Double Dutch Green Paisley Carry On Suitcase

Dec 12, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: Bags, Travel

I recently discovered Double Dutch suitcases, and I have to say, they are the most adorable suitcases I have ever seen.  Take, for example, this Green Paisley Carry-On.  I have seen a lot of cute colored suitcases, but never anything like this.  They use a coated canvas to give it that unique shine, but don’t worry about messing it up - they have a 3 year warranty.

At this point, I’m sold on the brand.  Now, it’s just a matter of choosing which one I want!

Double Dutch Suitcase, 21
Double Dutch Suitcase, 21″ Green Paisley Carry-On
Price: $71.99
Take a trip to a groovier time with the Double Dutch retro carry-on. Sure to turn heads, it puts dull luggage to shame with vibrant pastels and a funky paisley pattern. Three-year warranty.

Soap on the Go: Lemon Shea, Clean Cotton, Strawberry Melon

Jul 16, 2008 Author: admin | Filed under: Travel

I don’t usually get excited about soap, but this morning I came across these and they just seemed awesome.  Instead of coming in the notoriously slippery bar form, they’re packaged like Push Pops (remember those!) that you can just toss in a gym bag.

The soaps come in Lemon Shea, Clean Cotton, and Strawberry Melon fragrances, but I only have eyes for the Lemon Shea.  Whether it’s an early morning shower or post-workout scrubdown, I can always use the pick-up that lemon fragrances seem to offer.  I think I may have found a stocking stuffer for the holidays…

If you’re dying to get some of your own, check out LoveLeeSoap’s Etsy shop or click here for the Lemon Shea listing.

Lemon Shea Push-Up Soap

Purple Luggage Set by Leisure Woodbridge

Jul 14, 2008 Author: admin | Filed under: Bags, Travel

** Editor’s Note**  Unfortunately, the set originally featured here is no longer available.  After a brief search, however, I was able to find this Rockland Leopard-Print Purple Luggage Set.  It’s not quite the same, but it’s still very purple :)

Rockland Leopard-Print Expandable 5-Pc. Luggage Set - Lavender
Rockland Leopard-Print Expandable 5-Pc. Luggage Set - Lavender
Price: $144.99
This beautiful Rockland Deluxe Leopard-Print 5-Piece E-x-p-a-n-d-a-b-l-e Luggage Set?is manufactured with a patented heavy duty EVA-molded hi-count fabric.?This top-of-the-line set is perfect for the serious & experience traveler!!? Manufactured with the very best heavy duty Denier Poly/Ramie and PVC backing, this luggage set is designed for the traveler on the go and comes with four expandable uprights, including the carry-on piece, and a flight tote bag. It comes packed with features including:?an inside retractable handle, EZ-Roll in-line skate wheels, back zippered secured pockets, top and side comfort grip handle, stability bars at the bottom to avoid tilting, and locks & keys.

Despite the fact that I don’t make it out of town nearly as much as I’d like to, I still have three sets of brightly colored luggage.  So far, I’ve acquired a hot pink Diane von Furstenberg luggage set, a generic lime green luggage set (that was too cute and too cheap to pass up), and a colorful striped luggage set I picked up at Target some time ago.

Even still, I find myself drawn to this bright purple luggage set from Leisure Woodbridge.  Given the sub-$100 price tag, I’m actually surprised that it’s an entire 5-piece set.  Quite  a bargain - which isn’t helping with my willpower.  If you’re as crazy as I am, click on through and get yourself this Purple Leisure Woodbridge Luggage Set.  When you’re done, come back here and tell me about it so I can live vicariously through your purchases!

Leisure Woodbridge 5-Piece Set
Leisure Woodbridge 5-Piece Set