[preppy kid's birthday wish list]

[Southern Proper pullover: $125] [Hudson Sutler dopp kit: $60] [Smathers & Branson belt: $165]

[Daniel Wellington watch: $195] [Austen Heller loafers: $195]

[CB Station monogrammed weekender: $110] [J. Crew wallet: $25]

Birthdays are a good opportunity to splurge without feeling too guilty. Whether it's for yourself or for a significant other/family member/friend, it's fun to get/give something special that you/they might not typically buy.

Even though our birthday was yesterday (24), we'll be seeing some family members this weekend for one last long weekend at the beach, so here are some ideas for them (wink wink)!

[fossil messenger bag]

The first couple weeks I worked in D.C., I'm embarrassed to admit that I carried my lunch around in a plastic bag. After plenty of weird stares, it was clear I needed a messenger bag, and fast. My search began and ended with Fossil, where I picked up a great leather work bag to match my previously purchased weekender.

The Estate Messenger ($248) is made of high quality leather and is the perfect size for carrying work files and lunch. Inside, it has a padded space for a laptop, an interior zipper pocket and an exterior slip pocket, helping you to easily store everything. It closes with two magnetic buckles, and features contrasting colors of rich, soft leather. For any man just starting out in the professional field, this messenger bag is a great addition to their work week look that will only get better with age.

[hudson sutler garment bags]

I've been thinking about buying a Hudson Sutler weekender duffel bag for a while now (this one in particular), but have struggled to rationalize pulling the trigger since I already have and love this weekender. However, just today, the brand released a new line of garment bags, meaning I can grab one of those while I deliberate on the matching duffel.

The Yorktown garment bag ($145) keeps your suits and dress shirts wrinkle free and clean while traveling. Hudson Sutler currently offers the garment bag in three different styles (Yorktown, Hatteras and Lowell), which all have matching commuter duffels, weekender duffels and dopp kits. The navy blue and red design stands out the most to me because it has a classic, nautical look. It also features red and white gingham liner inside the bag and contrast stitching throughout, among other nice touches. Whether you're adding this to your Hudson Sutler collection, or using it alone, this garment bag is a great addition for all your travels.

[fossil weekender bag]

If you're looking for a way to up your style while traveling, find yourself a smart looking weekender bag. A great option? The Estate Framed Duffle ($298) by Fossil. This bag fits everything you need for a weekend getaway while scoring high points for style.

Like some of my other accessories, this weekender bag is made of high quality leather, meaning it will last forever and get better with age. The large opening, similar to an old fashioned doctor's bag, makes it easy to see everything you pack and an interior and outer pocket provide plenty of room to hold small travel necessities. No matter if you're traveling by car, train or plane, this bag will definitely help you stand out and attract attention.