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Elle.com has compiled an exciting collection of perfect weekender bags, so you can travel in style with these perfectly-sized carriers!

[J.W. Hulme; Weekend Satchel Carryon Bag]

[Fleabags gunpowder bag in Indian blanket]

[Alexander Wang Daphne Duffel]

[Burberry Utility Cotton Canvas Weekender Bag]

[Stella McCartney Leopard Print Weekender Bag] 

[Tory Burch Greyden Duffle Bag]

My favorite one has to be the Fleabags gunpowder bag- I love the print of the fabric and the western Indian feel it brings! If I could get my hands on my favorite weekender, I am positive that I would use it all the time, it's perfect "not-so-big" size makes room for all overnight necessities, and adds a flare of relaxed weekend style to any outing!

model inspiration

Emma Watson's appearance on the David Letterman last night made me realize how much of a breakout star she has become.  Her work as an actress in Harry Potter, as well as her modeling gigs, have made her one of the most successful teenagers worldwide.  I am also completely obsessed with her new look: the short hairdo is flawlessly pulled off!

[Emma Watson at the London Premier of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows Part 1, photo courtesy of celebsalon.sheknows.com]

Studying art at Brown, she has become somewhat of a fashion devotee- noting her passion for fashion as an art.  She partnered with Burbery in 2008 to become the face of their 2009 Autumn/Winter campaign.  She has also appeared in Burbery's 2010 Spring/Summer campaign.

[Emma Watson for Burbery, Photo courtesy of stylefrizz.com]

She has become one of my fashion muses- investing her most recent energy in People Tree, a fair trade brand.  The Times described the brand as "very clever," inspired by French and London trends.  Upon the release of the People Tree Spring 2010 line, Emma noted, "Fashion is a great way to empower people and give them skills, rather than give cash to charity, you can help people by buying clothes they make and supporting things they take pride in."  This actress turned model/humanitarian has me itching to get in line for some of the awesome People Tree pieces this fall.

[Emma Watson for People Tree Fall 2010, Photos courtesy of millionlooks.com]

I LOVE People Tree's red plaid shirt- that trend is one that has hit this Fall with force.  It can easily be paired with some jeans, or a mini with high socks and my favorite Tommy Hilfiger boots.  Emma has become an fashion inspiration to many- from her iconic trench-coat Burbery look (I have to get my hands on that tan trench), to her involvement with People Tree.  We're rooting for you Emma!