Chicago - August 27, 2008

Polly Pocket

Iscov Bags

You could hold a yard sale with the contents of your bag: snacks, gloss, flip-flops, Neosporin, dog treats, iPhone, jewelry, newspaper, condoms (better safe than knocked up), Diet Coke, and a sewing kit.

Rather than risk pulling out a rubber when Granny asks for thread, organize your tchotchkes in an Iscov bag. The Canadian-based line sells a variety of sporty, everyday styles made of nylon and patent lining with pockets galore.

The Crossover has black nylon, patent trim, and plentiful inner and outer pouches. The Double Pocket Shopper has (you guessed it) two front pockets for stashing. And the Popinjay Tote (our favorite), with its sleek, simple design, is a shoulder bag you won’t want to leave home without.

Good thing they’re affordable.

With all your crap, you could probably use two.

Available at Bess & Loie, 1015 West Lake Street, between Carpenter and Morgan Streets (312-226-2247 or bessandloie.com).