This cult-favourite stain-resistant bag is 25% off right now
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Whether you plan to go on a long-haul flight, or just a short ride to a relative’s home for the holidays, having reliable travel bags is must and I have found the perfect brand for all your needs - even Oprah’s a fan!
Paravel is an American company that makes fashionable, sustainable and durable items for travel, everything from suitcases to backpacks and packing cubes. It’s best-known for the stain-resistant canvas they use and hand-painted monogram designs. Now, these trendy items are all 25 per cent off for Black Friday.
After reading many rave reviews of the products, and watching a mesmerizing video of the stain and water-resistant technology in action, I decided to purchase two bags - the Weekender and the Upland Backpack, both in Domino Black with the hand-painted monogram in green.
As soon as it arrived, the Weekender became my go-to bag for travel. My laptop fits in it comfortably, with tons for room for any beauty products, clothes, shoes, notebooks, chargers and more. The sleek beige canvas with the black leather details is timeless and I get compliments on my bag everywhere I go. There is also a panel on the pack of the bag that easily slides onto the handle of a suitcase for easy travelling through the airport.
I love the Weekender but it looks even better when I carry it with my matching Upload Backpack. For me, the backpack gets more use because it’s my daily work bag. As someone with scoliosis who has been mandated by a doctor to use a backpack to carry things as much as possible - this is the most comfortable one I have every used. The straps have just enough padding so they don’t dig into your chest, but they also don’t feel too bulky. The bag as a ton of storage, with some smaller pockets on the side and a pocket on the outside of the bag for anything you need quick access to.
Although Paravel promotes its stain-resistant canvas, I was definitely still a bit skeptical and was curious to see if the cream colour would really hold up. I’ve taken my bags on planes, trains, buses, subways, in the snow and the rain, and they still look great. The company recommends that you use a gentle household soap and a soft cloth to work through any stubborn messes on your bags, but I haven’t had to test this yet in the four months I’ve had the bags.
If you’re contemplating spending the extra $65 on a hand-painted monogram, I don’t regret my decision to splurge. The sophisticated, unique design was definitely worth the price tag. As a Canadian, I also appreciate that Paravel calculates any duties and taxes at checkout, so there aren’t any unexpected fees when the items arrive.
I’m incredibly pleased with my Paravel purchases and I already added more items on my list now that there’s an extra 25 per cent Black Friday discount. Here are some of the great Paravel items to get your hands on.
Upland Backpack
SHOP IT: Paravel, $284 (originally $325)
Weekender
SHOP IT: Paravel, $221 (originally $295)
Aviator Carry-On Plus
SHOP IT: Paravel, $206 (originally $275)
Fold-Up Bag
SHOP IT: Paravel, $49 (originally $65)
Main Line Duffel
SHOP IT: Paravel, $214 (originally $285)
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