Atlanta - January 20, 2009

Excess Baggage

Elsapel Bags and Luggage

Pack your s%#@ and go.

Don’t mean to be rude, but cute-as-pie Elsapel baggage makes it tempting to do just that.

The Portland company’s whimsical prints are inspiration for impulsive getaways and aimless farmers market wanderings alike.

Spiraling burgundy blooms brighten a molded shoulder pouch with skinny detachable straps. Quick change-friendly zip clutches and wallets in matching motifs are the working girl’s answer to lost lip balm and lunch money. (Packing your lunch? Pat yourself on the back.) And nothing beats the tulip-covered rolling duffel for secret pockets, a zippered bottom compartment, and hidden handle pulls.

Except an actual vacation.

Available at DabberDoo, 1048 North Highland Avenue, Virginia Highland (404-815-6700); Squash Blossom, 113 East Court Square, Decatur (404-373-1864). To see styles, go to elsapel.com.