You're late. You're attempting to run out the door, knowing that you're seconds from missing your train. Wait—where's your bag? You grab it from the spot on the floor where you threw it last night, and rummage through it to make sure you have everything you need for the day. Wallet? Check. Keys? Check. Cell phone? Check. iPod? No… no… THERE it is! Squished on the bottom of your bag. Again.

This is the typical morning of almost every commuter. We've learned to accept it, but our accessories haven't. Somehow, no matter how careful we are during the day with our cell phone, iPod, or any other piece of electronic equipment, they always ends up at the bottom of our bag where they are scratched and mangled when we find ourselves in a hurry again.

So why do we spend hundreds of dollars on convenience electronics—like our iPod—if we are just going to be careless in our crazed moments with it? The inside of my bag is a mess and it's a hostile environment for my iPod. I need organization, not more clutter!

I wanted a small, durable, funky bag made especially to protect my funky iTunes. Sure tons of companies make iPod cases and storage bags. A quick Google search for "iPod bags" returns over 150,000 results. But most of these bags are the boring equivalent of an iPocket-Protector, or way too iExpensive. I want all of the high fashion style of the Gucci ($200) and Fendi ($1500) iPod carriers currently on the market, but I want it for less than the price of my iPod Mini, please.

After an extensive online research mission, I found the perfect solution to my iPod bag headache, the Electra iPod Bag. This stylish padded tote from M. Avery Designs will keep your iPod from finding it's way to the bottom of your bag and it does it in cool and funky way without the designer price tag.

The Electra has a place for all of your electronic gadgets—from your headphones to your battery chargers and all those little iPod gizmos like the iTrip. On the inside, the Electra is roomy enough to fit an iPod of any size, and it has an extra front pocket to neatly organize all your wires and headphone cables. The tote can also clip onto your commuter bag or purse with its matching carabineer clip. Total organization, and protection with style: about $50. Sweet.

And what's better than the price tag? The customization. The Electra, as with any bag from M. Avery Designs, is available in dozens of fabrics from trippy funkadelics and vintage prints, to something a little more subtle for the man in your life. You get to pick the fabric as well as several other options all online. It's like building the perfect bag. Need an extra pocket for your high tech cell phone or PDA? No problem, just add it to your order. Want your name or favorite slogan embroidered on the outside of your bag? No problem. Heck, for an extra $10 you can even get your favorite photograph printed right on the fabric. Like I said, this bag is completely customizable.

Final Thoughts
The Electra is going to organize you and your hectic lifestyle in high style without the high price. Now who doesn't want that? Huh? iTote so. By the way, my custom embroidery says: "iBelong to Ashley"

This item is available for purchase from MaveryDesigns.com M. Avery Designs was created in 1998 by Megan Avery, owner / designer / manufacturer / webmaster / sales goddess. After realizing that corporate America just wasn't for her, Megan's entrepeneurial spirit took over and MaveryDesigns.com was created. To this day, all M. Avery products are handmade by Megan and her team of creative ladies. For more information, check out: http://www.maverydesigns.com Rating: Requirements: Any iPod or palm sized gadget Manufacturer: Mavery Designs