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Guide acquire The Coach men's store at Copley Place it's in the bag WHETHER IT'S LUSH ITALIAN LEATHER OR A HARDY BALLISTIC NYLON, TOTE YOUR WEEKEND ESSENTIALS IN STYLE. by alex solomon Bally B ally's latest bags for women offer innovative fabrications and contemporary craftsmanship in shades of eau de nil (a pale green hue), biscuit, and peony. We especially adore the Madrielle style, and men will love the classic Hatten weekender. Copley Place, 617-437-1910; bally.com Bottega Veneta T he northern Italian brand's latest collection features weekend bags for women in rich red, Irish green, and a vivid burnt orange. While the traditional nappa leather bags are gorgeous, we can't help but admire this season's futuristic-looking carryalls crafted in PVC. Natick Collection, 508-652- 9707; bottegaveneta.com Coach W ith separate men's and women's stores at Copley Place, Coach has something for everyone. For men, we recommend this season's Bleecker Legacy Weekend Tote—it's rugged, relaxed and hand-burnished. Women will find it hard to resist. Copley Place, 617-262- 2063; Coach Copley Place Men's, 617-262-0419; coach.com Hermès S ince its founding in 1837, the world's trendsetters have hit the road (and train, plane, and steamship) with Hermès luggage 132 bostoncommon-magazine.com and handbags. This spring's styles come in a variety of materials and colors, including the top-handle Sac de Plage Finish Bag with a fun horse-and-rider pattern. The Heritage on the Garden, 617-482-8707; hermes.com Jack Spade L ucky for style-conscious Bostonians, Jack Spade's first store to open its doors in New England is on Newbury Street. The brand is known for being eco-chic and incorporates timeless and durable fabrics into its fashion-forward pieces. 129 Newbury St., 617-536 -0528; jackspade.com The London Harness Company T his Massachusetts-based company prides itself on its reputation as a purveyor of fine handbags and luggage. With locations south and west of the city, the stores offer a variety of brands including Longchamp, Ghurka, and Tumi, as well as travel necessities such as leather jewelry rolls and pouches. 94 Derby St., Hingham, 781-740- 7848; 45 Central St., Wellesley, 781-237-5950; londonharness.com Louis P ick up pieces from Marni, Jason Wu, and Proenza Schouler at Louis, long a stylish purveyor of burgeoning and established brands, and pack them in a ruggedly chic Balenciaga Arena Classic Weekender bag. 60 Northern Ave., 617-262-6100; louisboston.com Louis Vuitton The French brand has had its finger on the pulse of luxury travel since 1854. While its classic monogrammed trunks may not equate to packing light, classic bag silhouettes make travel easy and chic. This season we are coveting Vuitton's Keepall 50 Nomade in rich brown leather. Copley Place, 617-437-6519; louisvuitton.com Michael Hayes T his Newport-based retailer keeps families well dressed on their travels, and also helps you tote it all with a diverse selection of bags from world-class brands such as Tory Burch and Diane von Furstenberg. 204 Bellevue Ave., 401-846- 3090; 202 Bellevue Ave., 401-846-8390; 19 Bowen's Wharf, 401-849-1888; Newport, RI; michaelhayesnewport.com The Tannery S tock up on easy-to-pack clothes and the perfect bag to carry them in. Choose from an array of brands, including 3.1 Phillip Lim and Rag & Bone. We are lusting after Lim's 31 Hour Bag, a spacious leather satchel with two top handles. 711 Boylston St., 617-267- 5500; 39 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-491-1811; 11A Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-491- 0810; thetannery.com BC Top-handle bag, Bric's ($415) Traveled the london Harness company's director of operations, Demian Wendrow, unpacks what men want from their baggage. Well What type of bag materials are men usually seeking? leather or ballistic nylon, which is the most durable nylon in the industry. they want something attractive and well made that can be carried on. What are your weekend packing essentials? toiletry kits, both in folding and nonfolding leather, as well as packing cubes— everyone wants to condense the contents of his bag.