Sling Bag

Your sling bag is going to be by your side day in and day out, so make sure it's a good one. A good sling bag is designed to keep you organized, even when you're on the go. It's got a place for your cell phone, PDA, business cards, lipstick and keys. Sportier than a purse and sleeker than a leather tote bag, a leather sling is functional and classic.

The Leather Sling Bag

Leather is the perfect material to withstand the punishment you are apt to give your day-to-day bag. Leather is the rare material that actually looks better with age. The wear and tear that would put holes and snags in your canvas or cloth sling bag will help your leather sling wear to a beautiful, burnished glow.

If you are looking for a leather bag that is going to withstand the test of time, just make sure to buy a handmade bag. The difference between a very high end mass-produced bag and a handmade bag will not always be evident at first. However, after months of wear and tear, the hand stitched bag will still look great, while the mass-produced bag will have begun to fall apart.

Also, think classic design. Design should be excellent both within and without the bag. The interior should be functional, designed to keep you organized. The exterior should be bold yet classic, with attractive details and a simple aesthetic.