Messenger bag advice

Ok, I have a 12 inch power book. i would like to find a great messenger bag/laptop bag. I'm looking for something that looks cool, and trendy. I have looked at the swiss cases, and the ogio caes (which also look really nice). But I'm wondering if you guys have any suggestions for a nice case/messenger bag. I want to have some great padding/protection for my powerbook, also I would also like to be able to transport my sprial notebooks, some papers, etc, maybe my ipod. What do you guys suggest. I think the ones I have seen say something like "supports up to a 17 inch laptop" which makes the space inside a bit big and my 12 inch slids around. It would be nice if the ogio cases made something just for the 12 inch, but they dont'. Anyways please give me lots of advice. Some brands, good websites to buy from, etc. Thanks so much!

try these companies. Timbuk2 and Acme
Timbuk2 has a nice Laptop Grip sleve thats just the right size for the laptop alone with that tiny pocket which can be used for a ipod. (but is meant for change and little things like headphones). Its great because its very well padded and can be thrown into a regular backpack. I've had mine for over a year without any problems. Also take a look at some of their other products while you're there.
http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/retail/catalog.htm?categoryId=21
i've seen ACME's bags at the Sony store and they look great as well with more color choices.
http://www.acmemade.com/theslim.html
Powerbook 12

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