Having posted and boasted about my love for baggage, this spurred me to round up the best bags of the current season that I personally think are great investments that will get you your money's worth. I picked these bags based on the criteria of design, weight and ability to be worn for years on end.
The last thing a man needs is a trendy bag. Leave the "It Bag" insanity to the women. So here is my short list with a brief explanation from left to right:
Best Backpack / 3.1 Philip Lim: It's cool without being too junior (i.e. Jansport). This would look great with a gray suit at the office or with a sweat suit at SoulCycle. The buckles on the shoulder straps and the outside zipper pocket provides enough interesting detail in the bag to make it stand out without making it scream for attention (Miley Cyrus).
Best Duffle Bag / Prada: I own this bag and it's personally the best thing I ever bought for traveling. I can hand carry it or put it on my shoulder. It has a side zipper for my boarding pass and essentials. Plus it's made of light weight fabric and has a malleable shape that allows me to pack as much crap as possible...while still managing to squeeze it in to any sized overhead compartments.
Best Briefcase / Hugo Boss: This bag works for a corporate tax attorney as well as for a non-profit office manager. It's simple in design but has plenty of room and compartments inside for organizing papers and a laptop. The outside pocket provides easy access to commuter essentials like a metro card, tablet and old fashioned newspapers. This bag shows them who's the boss (you are) without trying too hard.
Best Messenger / Balenciaga: Again, there are two versions of Balenciaga messenger bags sitting in my closet. It's because the leather is light, durable and easy to dress up or down. That's why I typically travel with one. It's nondescript because it doesn't have a logo even though inside holds my travel guide, subway map, bottled water and stash of euros. Now you know and knowing's half the battle.
Best Portfolio / Gucci: Okay, I like this portfolio because it comes with a wrist chain. It reminds me of the scene in Ocean's 11 when the guy gets out of the limo and he's handcuffed to his briefcase. I enjoyed the irony of being literally tied to your work. This just made me think of it. Overall, portfolios should be simple. I just prefer mine to be a little tricked out.
Best Tote Bag / Saint Laurent: Because it's reversible, this bag automatically wins. I mean, aside from the fact that it's roomy, weighs less than an Olsen twin and has a smooth suede side, it is also easy on the eyes. For the guy who needs to carry his life in his bag every day of his life, this bag is made for you. It even gives you options. Who doesn't like options?
YES: These are just suggestions. Make up your own damn mind what you like. I am not your mama.
NO: Having a bag doesn't make you stylish. It can create muscles as well as make other muscles sore from carrying one.
MAYBE: You live in a virtual world where you never have to carry a bag. With your Google Glass and smart watch, you've evolved to a better future. In this case, please review my post about my new favorite sunglasses case for your Google Glass. Click Here.
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