If you’re off to another academic year this September, then this write-up is for you. I’m sure you’re in the middle of your back-to-school shopping, so while you’re at it, how about if I convince you to make the crossbody your official bag for the coming school season?

And why not? It’s a pretty handy purse; it will make carrying those school things a whole lot easier by keeping both your hands free. It’s also a popular purse choice used by TV shows like Gossip Girl and Vampire Diaries, so you’ll actually be wearing something in-trend and fashionable.

If that still hasn’t gotten you convinced, well then how about if I show you six more?

Feminine and Frilly

for days when you want to simply feel like a true blue girl

Steve Madden BRufflr Zipper Satchel, US$98

Glam and Gorgeous

walk the halls like you own it with this chain strapped patent crossbody

Gustto Kimberly Bag, US$96

Bohemian Babe

feelin’ like a hippie for the day? this fringed purple Gustto bag will do the trick

Gustto Celia Bag, US$93

Preppy Princess

for days when you want to look crisp and clean and insanely well put-together

Big Buddha Zippy, US$83

Sports Star

part of the school’s swim team? no problem. this roomy black purse will house all the extra clothes you need.

Nine West Spot Light Medium Satchel, US$79

Reliable and Ready

can’t decide what to wear? this ever reliable classic brown flap crossbody will save your day

Aldo Lamantagne, US$46

So there you have it, six (6) reasons why the crossbody should be your designated school bag; six (6) reasons that tell you the crossbody is NEVER boring; AND six (6) wonderful reasons that are ALL priced under US$100!

You can shop for these “reasons” at Zappos.com

If Vanessa Hudgens has the Alexander Wang Diego Bucket Bag, Hilary Duff has the Alexander Wang Rocco Mini Duffel.

Hilary Duff has been spotted carrying her latest handbag craze everywhere and the most often was, believe it or not, to the gym. Check out some of these recent Hilary Duff sightings with her Alexander Wang duffel bag in tow:

July 6, 2010 – Hilary Duff leaving her Pilates class in Toluca Lake, CA (look at the size of that ring on her finger!)

July 1, 2010 – Sisters Haylie and Hilary Duff out in New York City

June 8, 2010 – Hilary leaving a local LA gym with beau Mike Comrie

May 29, 2010 – Hilary grabs an iced drink after a morning run around the Los Angeles, CA area

May 28, 2010 – Hilary Duff leaving Katsuya with Mike Comrie and her mom in Studio City, CA

Hilary Duff’s Alexander Wang bag is gorgeous – it is the IT bag of the moment after all – but I wish Hilary would stop wearing those grey pants with it. Okay she’s seen with the bag at the gym most of the time and those pants may be her favorite gym pants, but she has no excuse for wearing them again to dinner in the May 28 picture.

Hilary Duff, I love you and how you’ve protected your squeaky clean image and all, but it would be nice if you shake things up a bit from time to time even if it’s just in fashion.

The Alexander Wang Rocco Mini Duffel is $875.00 and can be purchased through Shopbop.com.

Father’s Day is coming up soon (it’s on June 20^th), have you figured out what gift to give  your Dad or hubby (or any dad who’s a member of your family for that matter)?

Well, if he happens to be a business traveler, we have some ideas for you. Like a man’s wallet, watch, and shoes, a man’s laptop bag or luggage bag also represents his status. In other words, the bag, much like the shoes, watch, and wallet, makes the man. So if your Dad or hubby is often in the boardroom, then he still has to look his best even when he’s off it; like when he’s traveling for business for instance.

We have pooled five classy and luxurious luggage and laptop bags that you can possibly give him this Father’s Day. These are guaranteed to suit his expensive taste and keep him looking classy as well.

Cole Haan Duffel, US$695

This Cole Haan Duffel is the classic embodiment of understated elegance

Bric’s U.S.A. Urban Safari 22″, US$395

A great piece with lots of character that will suit his classic but luxurious taste

TUMI Sundance Ballistic Albaquerque EW Messenger, US$275

The perfect bag to wear for when the dress code calls for business casual

Kenneth Cole “Out of the Bag” Expandable Top Zip Computer Case, US$200

A laptop bag and more that will give him that million dollar look without the million dollar price tag

TUMI Laredo Leather Lardedo Large Brief, US$US$545

There’s nothing better than a multi-pocketed classic black large briefcase made with the finest material