There's nothing wrong with basic black, but sometimes injecting a little color can't hurt. Gear manufacturers are moving beyond professional-looking camera bags and are instead adding stylish designs and vibrant color palettes. Here are four favorites.

Canon & LeSportSac
Canon partnered with LeSportSac to create this fun camera case (pictured). Though designed for Canon's PowerShot series, the bag comfortably cradles other point-and-shoots. There's an adjustable skinny strap that's long enough to sling over a shoulder or across your body. A detachable wrist strap can also convert the bag into a wristlet. Extra pockets can store spare memory cards, or your cash, credit cards, and keys.
Price: $38
Where to Buy: shop.usa.canon.com/lesportsac

Built
Using its signature neoprene material and an Alexander Girard graphic, Built's digital case stretches to fit slim cameras, iPods, iPhones, or other small gadgets. This camera bag also has a detachable wrist strap. New for spring, the Alexander Girard Collection features three prints, including the Retrospective (pictured in the slideshow below).
Price: $35
Where to Buy: www.builtny.com

Crumpler
In February, the company freshened up one of its bestselling over-the-shoulder camera bags, the 5 Million Dollar Home, with new colors (pictured in the slideshow below). This case looks like a messenger bag more than a traditional SLR case. The most clever touch? "Silencer flaps," or little wings that can cover up the Velcro closures so you can still snap that stealthy shot.
Price: $82
Where to Buy: www.crumplerbags.com

KATA
The Bumblebee UL-222 is a serious bag for photographers with a ton of gear. Factor in the weight of all your equipment, and you'll be grateful for the backpack design (and foam-padded straps). The removable cover helps protect your gear from inclement weather, and the dedicated laptop slot means you can always back up your photos -- no excuses.
Price: $275
Where to Buy: www.amazon.com

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