Expect to pay $100-300+ for thoughtful makers + legit materials.
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Keep a list of what bags interest you and what you like/dislike to help you make your final decision.
After the success of their killer duffel bag, Pakt partnered with Chase Reeves to design a modern travel backpack for both pro travelers and weekend warriors alike. view bag
The Everyday backpack from Peak Design is innovative, thoughtful and smooth in use. Available in 2 modes. Great camera protection. Excellent materials. Techy vibes. view bag
The 28L Transit Backpack from Bellroy is nicely sized and well organized for big commutes, business travel and regular ol' adventure travel. Innovative and classy bag. view bag
The Global Briefcase from Topo converts from backpack to briefcase with enough external access and style to be one of my personal favorite daily carry bags. view bag
Clean looks, solid materials.
Stowable backpack straps
The Hideout 5-way from Everyman is an excellent tech briefcase. Solid materials handle outdoor spaces and weather well. Plenty of organization. Watch the video for my caveats on this one. view bag
Classy heritage vibes. Dry finished waxed canvas. Solid modern organization. Hand shucked in Scotland. Made for the long-haul. view bag
The Setout Laptop Backpack from Tortuga is a well organized, solidly built backpack for daily carry and pro minimal travel. view bag
This bag from Filson is easily one of my favorite briefcase-type bags due to it's excellent materials, organization, and classic aesthetic. view bag
A stylish looking compact everyday carry backpack with plenty of organization for daily carry. view bag
The Bolt Backpack from Waterfield Designs is a damn classy bag. If I was playing the "raise money" game in the bay area, this is the direction I would go. view bag
Great for short trips and shines as a daily carry brief/messenger due to all the organization, quality materials and thoughtful design. view bag
Qwstion is a product design studio in Zurich Switzerland who makes very stylish bags for the "hipper" areas of town without sacrificing functionality. view bag
The Day Pack from Aer's Work Collection was instantly one of my favorite simple daily carry bags because it's minimal frame but high-functioning insides. view bag
The Mercator from Cecilia is an absolutely gorgeous, hand crafted backpack with loads of organization, customizable photo and tech storage and great external access. Spendy but epic for a tighter everyday camera carry. view bag
A very innovative backpack for either large daily carry or serious travelers who need one bag for both travel and daily carry. A great bag for medium size 1-bag travel category. view bag
A thoughtfully designed backpack for modern career professionals who want a classy-casual aesthetic, rugged materials and solid organization. view bag
The little brother to the Tortuga Setout, the Setout Divide from Tortuga is a full-featured bag for the style-casual modern minimal traveler. view bag
A very solid backpack for business environments that expands for travel and larger loads. The updated Series 2 design is even better than the first. view bag
High quality waxed canvas and leather. Simple organization. Some models use magnets to latch. Simple and solid. view bag
Lots of capacity, design details and premium feeling materials. Subtle rolltop with a g-hook for the latch. Great handles. view bag
Techy. Tactical. Protected.
Clean. Friendly. Premium.
Classic. Satisfying.
Playful. Serious.
Delicious. Rich. Techy.
The Organizer
Understated. Organized. Stylish.
F*cking Heritage, Man
Executive Sweet.
Organized. Protected.
Jetpack. Killer.
Innovative. Fiddly.
40 Year Simplicity
Elegant. Playful.
Organic. Elegant.
Casual Playful Pro
Epic Expandable.
Lil' Tech Star
Everyday Excellence
Clean. Techy.
Classy. Grounded.
Smooth Operator.
Heritage Vibes.
Classy. Slimline. Protective.
Big & Classy
Consultant Cabana
Clean. Expandable.
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