These thoroughly modern bags by Silent Revolution are a refreshing change from the giant, shapeless hobo-type bags that everyone's carrying these days (from the Olsen Twins to Wall Street executives). Let's face it, those loose, formless bags with cavernous interiors just aren't meant for carrying gadgets which are hard with sharp edges (and yet so fragile), and which we need within easy reach. And we've all witnessed women dumping the entire contents of their gargantuan handbags onto a tabletop or floor (yuck) in order to find their ringing cell phone (that wasn't me, I swear).

Made in Los Angeles (and sweatshop-free), Silent Revolution bags combine functional design to accommodate the devices we carry with "urban streetwear" styling. But the look is minimalist and sharp, so wouldn't look out of place at the office (unless you work in a terribly conservative place). Their handbags and laptop bags, made of vinyl or nylon and priced from $114 to $298, have padded pockets for iPods and palm devices, and headphone ports.