India, Dec. 20 -- Given that most airlines allow only one personal item bag on board, it's essential to choose your carry-on wisely.

For instance, if your current option doesn't include a removable, adjustable shoulder strap and a padded laptop compartment, it might be worth replacing with Quince's Weatherproof Utility Tote, like other travelers have. Measuring 12 inches tall, 21 inches wide, and 5 inches deep, it fits nicely in overhead compartments and under airline seats, according to buyers. However, that's not the only reason shoppers are opting for it over their other personal item bags.

Quince Weatherproof Utility Tote Despite being crafted from 16 recycled plastic bottles, one reviewer raved that the "style and construction of...