San Francisco - July 13, 2009

Real Simple

Peasants & Travelers Bags

He thought it was adorable when you borrowed his shirt. Yet seemed mildly irritated when you stole his jeans.

You best not even think about hijacking his bag. Go ahead and one-up him with a carryall from Peasants & Travelers.

The sleek, functional line was intended for men, but we’re drawn to its simple beauty. Local designer Jee Kim attended FIT with stints at Gucci and Neiman Marcus, so she clearly knows her stuff.

She crafts the bags out of polyester with leather handles and cotton dress shirt lining for a bit of charm. Unfussy colors (orange, olive, navy, brown, tan), practical styles (totes, computer bags, weekenders, overnights, portfolios), and durability mean you’ll use them for years to come.

Just keep an eye out for a certain someone’s sticky fingers.

Available at Kenneth Wingard, 2319 Market Street, between 16th and 17th Streets (415-431-6900); Bryan Lee, 1840 Union Street, between Laguna and Octavia Streets (415-923-9923); online at peasantsandtravelers.com.