By David Wallace

What statement do you make with your notebook transport system? Trendy fashionista with a brightly-colored print tote bag or corporate worker bee shouldering yet another black rectangular attaché? Boho-student with a hemp messenger bag or an olive-drab Army-issue canvas backpack?

It can be a challenge just finding the right size bag to fit a 17-inch wide screen or deftly conceal all your mobile tech. Add the need for comfort, protection and carry-on-ability and you may have to satisfy a lot of requirements before you find something with flair.

So how do you roll in today's mobile workplace? Rolling bags may save you from back strain but have the fashion message of "sensible shoes." If you're ready to make a splash, have a look at www.squidoo.com/laptopbag for a few dozen wild options, including one entry built from former recycled bamboo chopsticks.

Designer names like Coach, Waterfield and Brenthaven now compete with some interesting high-tech numbers—like the solar panel in the cover of an Eclipse backpack or messenger bag that can recharge laptops, phones or other devices. Definitely more convenient than carrying another power cord or international plug adapter.

American Power Conversion sells Power Ready cases that can recharge up to three devices simultaneously—kind of a power strip with a strap using its universal power adaptor. The bag has a single plug for wall outlets that recharge your gear—since power is nearly as critical as style when it comes to mobile connectivity.