There was a spike in celebrities carrying carrying cross body bags yesterday (at least three were seen) and the weird thing was they were all spotted in countries that are not their own.

If you can’t take a trip abroad this summer, indulge me for a minute and hop on with me and these celebs to take a short trip ’round the world via this post. Find out who was spotted where, starting with Katrina Bowden:

July 2, 2010 – Katrina Bowden out and about in Sydney, Australia with boyfriend

American actress Katrina Bowden was seen out in Sydney with her boyfriend yesterday afternoon. The cute couple was spotted walking in the city holding hands and Katrina was looking very stylish in an all-black clothes and sandal booties. The “30 rock” star is currently in Australia to shoot the Spring campaign for the Australian fashion label Wish.

Love Katrina Bowden’s grey leather cross body bag? Try the similar Diesel Concert in grey:

Diesel Concert, $130.00

From the Land Down Under, let’s take Australian superstar Kylie Minogue and go with her across the globe to London:

July 2, 2010 – Kylie Minogue arrives at the Radio 2 studios in London

Kylie Minogue breezed right into the Radio 2 studios in London looking fresh as a daisy in a crisp white shirt, khaki harem pants and beige accessories. She punched up her mostly neutral-colored outfit with a gold Chanel mini purse.

Love Kylie Minogue’s metallic gold mini cross body bag? Try the Cole Haan Village Crossbody Snake Print:

Cole Haan Village Crossbody Snake Print, $124.60 (was $178.00)

And from England we’re going back to America with Londoner Emily Blunt who has recently been seen out quite a lot in Beverly Hills, CA:

July 2, 2010 – Emily Blunt out and about in Beverly Hills, California

British actress Emily Blunt was dressed down in a t-shirt, jeans and flip flops yesterday. She was seen leaving a Beverly Hills hair salon and was carrying the same gorgeous studded leather tote she used to shop at Fred Segal a few days ago.

Love Emily Blunt’s studded grey cross body bag? Try the Big Buddha Jessica in grey:

Big Buddha Jessica, $98.95

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

Vanessa Hudgens got into some trouble last May 27. She illegally parked her car in a handicapped spot!

I guess it’s not that big of a deal but when you’re a famous celebrity like Vanessa Hudgens, it’s probably not a good idea to do something like this when paparazzi’s on your tail wherever you go. And obviously Vanessa knows it – you can tell by the way she’s shamefully hiding her face behind her hair in these pictures:

May 27, 2010 – Vanessa Hudgens tries to hide her face as she goes to her car parked illegally in a handicapped section

Paparazzi may have caught Vanessa doing something illegal, but did she get caught by the cops? Of course not! She’s a celebrity!

Anyway, another crime that’s also been overlooked in these pictures is Vanessa Hudgens’ tall boots. The high heel, slouchy silhouette and studded finish are too much to pair with her flowing gauzy top and shredded jeans. Add to that her long, wavy hair worn loosely and there’s just too much going on here in Vanessa’s look.

Her cross body bag is lovely though, and it looks like it’s made of really luxurious leather:

Vanessa Hudgens’ black leather cross body bag

Vanessa Hudgens’ bag is the Cole Haan Phoebe Crossbody:

Cole Haan Phoebe Crossbody

Shown here is the black like Vanessa’s, but it’s also available in brown and a distressed white color.

Purchase the Cole Haan Phoebe Crossbody for$228.00 at Zappos.com.