I got a few questions about Teddy and Peter’s gingham backpacks when I shared them on Instagram so I wanted to share all the details (plus a couple promo codes!) in one place here. I spent way too much time picking out a backpack when Teddy started school last fall — I wanted something 1) durable (this one has a vinyl coating that wipes clean!); 2) not too big for him to carry himself but roomy enough to fit his school folder, his lunchbox, and a change of clothes; and 3) colorful and happy but not too summery (would look cute with shorts in September and still make sense with a winter coat in February, ruling out materials like seersucker). And these gingham backpacks and lunchboxes by TRVL Design check every box! Plus I love that they come in a bunch of different colors so Teddy and Peter’s (and eventually Tucker’s!) will each be easily identifiable without a name or monogram embroidered on them.

If you love them as much as I do, Shop Lovely Little Things (which has the best online assortment of TRVL products that I’ve come across!) is offering 10% off all TRVL bags with code MACKENZIE10 now through April 30. We also have several of their roadie pouches and they’re the best for corralling crayons, pacifiers, sunscreen, etc. for travel and everyday mom life.

And finally, if you’re shopping for luggage for yourself, Steamline Luggage is also generously offering 15% off with code DESIGN15 now through July 31.