Best work bag on Reddit
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#1
Michael Kors
4.5
(17)
"Honestly the brand makes great bags!"
"Quite frankly I love this bag. Such a great colour and style."
"I have a MK bag that I bought 14 years ago. It still looks great."
"The MK bag you chose is not only very functional and convenient, but it is also absolutely beautiful."
"MK does great bags. Practical, resistant and beautiful."
"My daily bag is a gorgeous hot pink tote with a lot of room and extra pockets."
"One thing I cannot complain about with MK is the quality, in my experience. They’re built like."
"It’s the best work/travel tote ever. Lots of pockets, sleeves big enough to hold an iPad or a kindle or a book."
"I’ve got a Michael Kors tote that I use as a work bag and it has held up great."
"Congrats on the tote, it's lovely! I think MK has gotten a bit oversaturated."
#2
Longchamp
4.6
(16)
"I have longchamp for work and I love it."
"Love a good Longchamp - have about 6. They are the bomb diggity!"
"I alternate between a Longchamp Le Pliage and Mulberry Bayswater."
"Longchamp is really great and my first work bag was a Coach Willow Tote which I love."
"I think it is a good choice for your work."
"I live in Los Angeles and I use my Longchamp bag for work on rainy days."
"I loved my longchamp le pliage! It’s relatively affordable yet is very sturdy and lightweight."
"The Longchamp is my tried and true."
"Longchamp. Still my holy grail till this day!"
"They’re so roomy!"
#3
Bellroy
4.3
(11)
"I just bought a Bellroy Transit Workpack and it has an amazing laptop/ipad sleeve separate from everything else."
"Is lovely."
"Bellroy transit workpack."
"Bellroy, waterfield, Filson, for classic looks."
"If you want practical, stylish and functional/organised, have a look at Bellroy."
"I tend to recommend the Bellroy bags by default when someone says 'professional'."
"Meets your budget."
"Bellroy Transit Workpack."
"What's the consensus on Bellroy's quality?"
"Bellroy has a couple of bags in your price range."
#4
Tumi
4.4
(8)
"I always use a good structured bag from tumi for work as I carry my laptop and know it’s protected."
"I’ve had my bag for almost 10 years"
"They last fucking forever."
"I am considering a Tumi tote."
"Check tumi. Pricey but perfect work bags."
"If you have the budget, Tumi and Knomo make nice nylon ones."
"Tumi. Bit pricey."
"The Tumi was recommended!"
#5
Dagne Dover
4.4
(8)
"I promise I’m not paid by Dagne Dover, I just really love their bags."
"I want to strongly encourage you to check out Dagne Dover bags!!"
"I love all of my bags and backpacks from Dagne and Dover."
"I’m pretty happy with my Dagne Dover that is starting to die."
"Go ahead and get a Dange Dover."
"Dagne Dover is my go to for organization."
"Dagne Dover. I just ordered one for a work bag."
"These were their recommendations. I haven't pulled the trigger on anything yet, so I can't speak to these firsthand."
#6
Amazon
4.0
(6)
"I bought mine of Amazon and I've had it for over 15 years. No serious wear and tear on it yet and I have subjected it to all kinds of abuse."
"Amazon have really decent bags on their site. Bought one recently for work that would also be perfect for a nappy bag too."
"Grabbed a briefcase with a strap off Amazon, depending on what you do and your strength consider a rolling bag, especially if you have a long commute by train or something."
"I like this work bag from amazon! There is pattern options but also solid colours too."
"It has lots of pockets and good amount of space."
"She uses the cheap bags from Amazon."
#7
Kate Spade
4.2
(5)
"I ended up buying an oversized Kate Spade bag."
"Kate Spade has a pretty good sale right now."
"I ended up with one of the Kate Spade Haydens for my work bag."
"I have a feeling that I will just go with Kate spade outlet."
"I find this kind of design great for organisation."
#8
Coach
4.2
(5)
"I use the willow tote from coach for work."
"Try the Coach or Kate Spade outlets."
"I sprung for Coach briefcase."
"Check out the totes in the coach outlet!"
"She has a Coach briefcase that she loves, but it's broken."
#9
Bon Maxie
4.8
(4)
"Bon MAXIE."
"Bon maxie. They have quite a few bags, including totes, with structure too."
"Came here to also suggest checking out Bon Maxie."
"They even have a holder for your waterbottle."
#10
Aer
4.8
(4)
"Great organization and design."
"I have it in cognac and love the colour."
"The [Slim Pack] is a great alternative."
"Can be viable options."
#11
Mulberry
4.5
(4)
"Very happy with my Mulberry tote."
"Get a Mulberry bag. 😃"
"Mulberry Alexa, Oversized Alexa, Bayswater? A little more expensive, but super classy."
"Mulberry Alexa, Oversized Alexa, Bayswater? A little more expensive, but super classy and totally different to the Longchamp."
#12
Osprey
4.5
(4)
"My other recommendation is osprey."
"Osprey day pack has served me well over the year, looks and functions like it's brand new."
"Have always heard good things about their products."
"A convertible like the Osprey Daylite Tote Pack is good if you don’t mind the tote style hand carry."
#13
Cuyana
4.5
(4)
"I have the Cuyana Mini Tote and it’s one of my favorites."
"I would 100% recommend."
"Perhaps something from Cuyana?"
#14
AER
4.3
(4)
"Worth the money."
"A variety of highly internally organized backpacks."
"All three of these have an updated look."
#15
Timbuk2
4.3
(4)
"I’ve had mine for fifteen years with minimal signs of wear."
"Timbuktu."
"They likely won't fit your 'nothing too pricy' requirement."
"Might work."
#16
Beis
4.3
(4)
"Beis work tote"
"It’s the best work bag I’ve ever owned. It fits my laptop, water bottle, my two cellphones and has a key string."
"I recommend CalPak or Beis!"
"Beis work tote or peak design tote looks nice."
#17
North Face
4.0
(4)
"I have a big north face one that I lug to and fro the office and gym."
"It's a pretty versatile bag."
"I use a North Face backpack for daily use."
"For work/personal item."
#18
Tom Bihn
4.0
(4)
"If you carry a lot, then the 'Brain Bag' by Tom Bihn is good."
"Tom bihn is high quality but expensive."
"[Tom Bihn Brain Bag] is worth a look."
"Stuff is too casual in my opinion."
#19
Cloud Bag
5.0
(3)
"I use the cloud bag as my work bag."
"I’m a teacher and use the cloud bag 👜"
"I just got the cloud bag and I love it so far!"
#20
Evergoods
4.7
(3)
"Try Evergoods. Can find a few models used for a good price."
"Has some excellent bags."
"Another brand I love is Evergoods."
#21
Louis Vuitton
4.7
(3)
"Louis Vuitton Neverfull. Over a decade of lugging my laptop."
"I recommend an LV OTG or anything by Lanvin."
"The go-to would be an LV Neverfull or a Goyard tote."
#22
Madewell
4.3
(3)
"Madewell or Longchamp!"
"Madewell have some nice, good quality bags."
"They are known for good quality bags."
#23
Leatherology
4.3
(3)
"I would definitely recommend a backpack."
"I have the leatherology one - I love the slouch but wish the handles were a little shorter."
"I’d suggest a backpack: https://www.leatherology.com/sloan-backpack"
#24
Lo and Sons
4.3
(3)
"I use the Lo and Sons Catalina Deluxe tote for work and absolutely love it."
"I have the Lo and Sons leather Seville tote... I can still get my laptop, large journal, water bottle, phone, wallet, several lipsticks and kindle in there."
"I have the Lo and Sons leather Seville tote... I can still get my laptop, large journal, water bottle, phone, wallet, several lipsticks and kindle in there."
#25
Calpak
4.0
(3)
"I love their Kaya backpack and it is well within budget."
"Calpak is having a big sale right now."
"I love my Calpak Kaya backpack."
#26
Red Oxx
5.0
(2)
"Buy it for life."
"Veteran owned. Made in Montana."
#27
Freja
5.0
(2)
"I just got a Freja bag and love it- thoughtful design and very sturdy."
"Freja hands down. The leather in Pecan is gorgeous."
#28
Waterfield Designs
5.0
(2)
"Waterfield Designs. I have their cycling tote and a messenger bag."
"Super durable and I think they look nice for business casual."
#29
WaterField
5.0
(2)
"They’re professional and have pockets."
"Bellroy, waterfield, Filson, for classic looks."
#30
Filson
5.0
(2)
"Filson. Stylish and versatile."
"Bellroy, waterfield, Filson, for classic looks."
#31
B35
4.5
(2)
"My B35 and Kelly messenger GM alternate as my work bag."
"I have both b35 and GP30! I use b35 for work when I’m local."
#32
Backpack
4.5
(2)
"I recently bought this and it’s the best!"
"I know you said no backpacks but it’s really better for your shoulders."
#33
Chrome Industries
4.5
(2)
"They make bags and backpacks that are rain-resistant and you can send your bag back for repairs, if needed."
"Chrome industries."
#34
Lo & Sons
4.5
(2)
"Check out Lo and Sons! I love my backpack and they last a long time."
"They have laptop bags that have tons of pockets."
#35
Prada
4.5
(2)
"I rotate between the following totes for work. Black Prada nylon tote."
"I always recommend looking at Prada nylon totes."
#36
Samsonite
4.5
(2)
"I have a leather Samsonite back pack."
"I would recommend you look into Samsonite."
#37
Oroton
4.5
(2)
"Oroton! Such amazing quality for the price."
"Anything bag from Oroton I’ve ever had have majorly withstood the test of time."
#38
Marc Jacobs
4.5
(2)
"I bought a bag insert organiser for my marc jacobs tote. Everything in its place."
"I have the marc jacobs tote bag in the size medium."
#39
Swiss Gear
4.0
(2)
"My Swiss Gear backpack is going on 9 years and still in great shape!"
"It's not super stylish, but I use a Swiss gear backpack that has a separate laptop compartment."
#40
Portland Leather Goods
4.0
(2)
"Has some really good pieces at great prices."
"They’re my favorite leather company."
#41
Chrome
4.0
(2)
"Agree with Chrome and maybe Timbuk?"
"Has a few waterproof bags."
#42
Dell
4.0
(2)
"I use a Dell messenger bag. It fits my laptop, phone, clipboard, notepad, business cards, chargers, keys, earbuds, folders, pens, and books."
"It fits my laptop, phone, clipboard, notepad, business cards, chargers, keys, earbuds, folders, pens, and books."
#43
Orvis
4.0
(2)
"Some brands I have bought in terms of bags."
"Some brands I have bought in terms of bags, luggage, gear; etcetera are from Orvis, Victorinox, and Duluth Trading Company."
#44
SwissGear
3.5
(2)
"I've been using a SwissGear of about that size, tons of compartments etc."
"They aren't the most stylish, but I always recommend SwissGear or Wenger."
#45
Synik
5.0
(1)
"Echoing Synik 22."
#46
Bryn Capella
5.0
(1)
"This is my favorite work bag, at any price. It has everything."
#47
The 1900
5.0
(1)
"I really like it, have hauled it to Ireland, Greece and Mexico several times as my carry on."
#48
Tom Ford
5.0
(1)
"Is under $2000 here."
#49
Evelyne
5.0
(1)
"I have a massive Evelyne 40 that will absolutely fit your laptop."
#50
Peak Design
5.0
(1)
"[Peak Design's Everyday Tote] is stylish and functional in their bone color."
#51
Poppies and Peonies
5.0
(1)
"Poppies and peonies!!! I love my work backpack from there."
#52
Linjer
5.0
(1)
"My wife has this one in blue, it’s very well made with excellent leather."
#53
Bandolier
5.0
(1)
"Have a look!"
#54
Quince
5.0
(1)
"The styles and the quality are top notch."
#55
ebags
5.0
(1)
"Ebags slim laptop backpack sounds like it would be perfect and they are running a huge sale on their website right now."
#56
Fry
5.0
(1)
"I have a fry messenger bag that I got on sale."
#57
Loewe
5.0
(1)
"Lightweight and wide enough straps."
#58
Republic Of Florence
5.0
(1)
"I would 100% recommend."
#59
The Brown Buffalo
5.0
(1)
"The brown buffalo for minimalist."
#60
Garden Party 30
4.0
(1)
"My garden party 30 fits my laptop if u un-snap the side snaps!"
#61
GP36
4.0
(1)
"I use a GP36 in canvas which makes it a lot lighter."
#62
Status Anxiety
4.0
(1)
"Status Anxiety!"
#63
Celine
4.0
(1)
"I like the look of the Celine medium soft 16 bag as a workbag."
#64
Baggu
4.0
(1)
"Only recommendation I can give in good conscience is one of the totes from baggu."
#65
Wanderers Travel Co
4.0
(1)
"They have some nice structured bags."
#66
Songmont
4.0
(1)
"I have a few I can recommend in your price range."
#67
La Mansio
4.0
(1)
"I adore my La Mansio One for all of the reasons OP listed as wants."
#68
Smythson
4.0
(1)
"Smythson has some nice bags."
#69
Louenhide
4.0
(1)
"I love this Monaco shoulder bag and have had it over 1 yr with zero wear signs."
#70
Tottie
4.0
(1)
"It has separate pockets for laptop, water bottle, coffee cup, kindle, phone + others."
#71
Gotham
3.0
(1)
"While I love the bag it’s not very secure."
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