Even though men have a very basic and simple sense of style, there’s still a big chance that they need to have all the things they need in one bag to get through the day. Sometimes, they need to look professional while having their gym shoes and laptop, and other small things that are essential for their whole day to function. As such, they need to have something that would haul things for them while keeping the styling and organized look. In that case, below are some bag recommendations of work bags that are sleek looking but with enough space to fit many things to survive a hectic day.
For a travel-ready bag, the Timburk2 offers the Commute Messenger Bag 2.0. Designed to protect your gadgets such as laptop, tablet, and phone, it is a water-resistant bag that fits 13 inches up to 17 inches laptop. It has an internal organization pocket that provides a more organized bag. The bag is versatile in use as it can be a luggage pass-through that can be attached to the wheelies of your luggage. With a removable and adjustable crossbody strap, it can be used as a carry-on bag. The Commute 2.0 is a sleek bag best for the task of overnighters, with a bike and airport fitting bag.
For a classic bag, Fossil features Greenville Top Zip Workbag. It is an eco-leather bag with padded 15 inches laptop, 2 slide pockets, and 3 pen holders. It has 2 handles with adjustable and detachable shoulder straps. Good as an everyday office bag, with a classic and professional appeal. Suitable for office and client meetings as it also fits with smart casual to formal attire.
Perfect for an everyday commute, Boarding Pass NYC™ Metro backpack on J.Crew is the bag for you. Crafted from waterproof waxed canvas with premium leather handles and all-black hardware, this versatile backpack is commute-friendly and adventure-ready. It has a laptop sleeve with multiple storages that fits miscellaneous things including a phone charger, keys, wallets, and earphones. This versatile bag is water-resistant coated with a thin layer of wax that secures the safety of your gadgets from water.
Another backpack-type bag is the GR1 – USA from Gorucks. An extra shoulder-padded bag with a Bombproof Laptop Compartment next to your back is extra reinforced and has a false bottom so that when you set your ruck down, your laptop won’t even notice. To fully utilize the main compartment, it comes with a frame stabilizer that allows it to carry and put free more space. It is rainproof and perfect for travel as it fits under the seat in front of you.
From the brand Mission Workshop, we feature 2 work bags; the first is THE TRANSIT ARKIV: LAPTOP BRIEF. As the name suggests, it is a comfortable duffle shoulder bag that fits up to a 16 inches laptop. It is a YKK water-resistant coated nylon zipper with an internal file pocket, an internal zipped mesh pocket, and an organizer that allows easy access to the external zipper for keys, phone, and wallet. It also has multiple carry options, aside from shoulder strap bags, it is also Compatible with Porteur-style front bicycle racks, Messenger Strap, Luggage handle pass-through, and Hide-away grab handles.
The second option from the brand is THE RHAKE: VX. It is a waterproof laptop backpack built to hold everything you need for work, play, and the occasional overnight. It has a dedicated padded laptop pocket that fits as large as a 17 inches laptop, with an additional 10 inches dedicated iPad/tablet pocket. Equipped with 22 litter main compartments, as well as hidden water bottle pockets, exterior accessory pockets for chargers, and misc. items. Two zippered organizational pockets, a large interior zip pocket, and many more.
Out top pick is the TRANSIT ARKIV: LAPTOP BRIEF. Even though the second option is much bigger and much spacious, it’s just too big. The TRANSIT ARKIV: LAPTOP BRIEF is a perfect style for everyday work bags, also the perfect size for travel bags. It’s not too big, and it’s not too small. A perfect balance of size, style, and workload materials.
Kristine Decena is a professional editor with over 10 years of experience in the publishing industry. She specializes in editing food and drink, footwear, clothing, and other lifestyle content. She has worked for such notable companies as The New York Times Company, Food Network Magazine, HarperCollins Publishers Inc., Hearst Corporation and Condé Nast International. Kristine is a graduate of Ohio University where she obtained degrees in English Literature and Journalism before embarking on her career as an editor.
