Best work bag on Reddit
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#1
Longchamp
4.6
(13)
"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!"
"Fits a lot, lightweight, durable and comes in a variety of colours."
"Longchamp have cute backpacks."
#2
Bellroy
4.3
(12)
"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?"
"Came across the Bellroy System Work Bag while looking for something else. Looks like it might be something worth considering."
#3
Tumi
4.5
(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"
"Tumi backpack."
"They last fucking forever."
"I love how in a sea of black laptop bags, I have a decidedly girly blue one."
"Check tumi. Pricey but perfect work bags."
"If you have the budget, Tumi and Knomo make nice nylon ones."
"Tumi. Bit pricey."
#4
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."
#5
Coach
4.3
(6)
"I got a nice laptop bag on Amazon."
"Try the Coach or Kate Spade outlets."
"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."
#6
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."
#7
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."
#8
AER
4.3
(4)
"Worth the money."
"A variety of highly internally organized backpacks."
"All three of these have an updated look."
#9
Kate Spade
4.3
(4)
"I ended up buying an oversized Kate Spade bag."
"I'm a Kate Spade tote girl."
"I find this kind of design great for organisation."
"These were their recommendations. I haven't pulled the trigger on anything yet, so I can't speak to these firsthand."
#10
Tom Bihn
4.3
(4)
"If you carry a lot, then the 'Brain Bag' by Tom Bihn is good."
"Check out Tom Bihn Pilot or Evergoods Transot Briefcase 20."
"[Tom Bihn Brain Bag] is worth a look."
"Its a bit more expensive than what youre looking for (140) but Tom Bihn makes one called the Luminary 15."
#11
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!"
#12
Bon Maxie
5.0
(3)
"Bon MAXIE."
"Bon maxie. They have quite a few bags, including totes, with structure too."
"Came here to also suggest checking out Bon Maxie."
#13
BEIS
4.7
(3)
"I personally just can't lol. I use and recommend this tote by BEIS for work, I love it."
"I love my large cognac work bag from Beis, that especially with my lunchbox (modern picnic) look great together and garner a lot of compliment."
"The beis weekender is pretty big. The beis work tote sucks."
#14
Madewell
4.3
(3)
"Madewell or Longchamp!"
"Madewell have some nice, good quality bags."
"They are known for good quality bags."
#15
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"
#16
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."
#17
Cuyana
4.3
(3)
"I have the Cuyana Mini Tote and it’s one of my favorites."
"Perhaps something from Cuyana?"
#18
Mulberry
4.3
(3)
"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."
#19
North Face
4.0
(3)
"I have a big north face one that I lug to and fro the office and gym."
"I use a North Face backpack for daily use."
"For work/personal item."
#20
SwissGear
4.0
(3)
"I use a nicer looking backpack with ample storage."
"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."
#21
Filson
5.0
(2)
"Filson. Stylish and versatile."
"Bellroy, waterfield, Filson, for classic looks."
#22
WaterField
5.0
(2)
"They’re professional and have pockets."
"Bellroy, waterfield, Filson, for classic looks."
#23
Evergoods
5.0
(2)
"Try Evergoods. Can find a few models used for a good price."
"Has some excellent bags."
#24
Beis
4.5
(2)
"Beis work tote"
"Beis work tote or peak design tote looks nice."
#25
Louis Vuitton
4.5
(2)
"Louis Vuitton Neverfull. Over a decade of lugging my laptop."
"The go-to would be an LV Neverfull or a Goyard tote."
#26
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."
#27
Prada
4.5
(2)
"I rotate between the following totes for work. Black Prada nylon tote."
"I always recommend looking at Prada nylon totes."
#28
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."
#29
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."
#30
TUMI
4.5
(2)
"I have a Tumi backpack for my laptop and it’s great, but not the largest."
"I have a leather laptop backpack from TUMI."
#31
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."
#32
Chrome
4.0
(2)
"Agree with Chrome and maybe Timbuk?"
"Has a few waterproof bags."
#33
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."
#34
Portland Leather Goods
4.0
(2)
"Has some really good pieces at great prices."
"They’re my favorite leather company."
#35
Amazon
3.5
(2)
"It has lots of pockets and good amount of space."
"She uses the cheap bags from Amazon."
#36
Pacsafe
5.0
(1)
"Quality wise, I have no problems whatsoever with any of their bags."
#37
Belstaff
5.0
(1)
"My husband loves it."
#38
Fendi
5.0
(1)
"The Fendi medium 2Jours has proven surprisingly durable for me."
#39
Goyard
5.0
(1)
"Expensive but i know it’ll last me a lifetime so it’s worth it"
#40
Sans Beast
5.0
(1)
"This bag is my life and they have heaps of other options and styles."
#41
GoRuck
5.0
(1)
"I’ve been using a backpack from GoRuck for work and I’ve loved it."
#42
The Tannery
5.0
(1)
"Mine is 6 years old. Sobrang sturdy, Im so amazed."
#43
IKEA
5.0
(1)
"I have a Världens backpack from IKEA! They offer multiple sizes."
#44
The Brown Buffalo
5.0
(1)
"The brown buffalo for minimalist."
#45
Republic Of Florence
5.0
(1)
"I would 100% recommend."
#46
Loewe
5.0
(1)
"Lightweight and wide enough straps."
#47
Peak Design
5.0
(1)
"[Peak Design's Everyday Tote] is stylish and functional in their bone color."
#48
Kurt Geiger
4.0
(1)
"I have a Kurt Geiger bag in floral nylon print that handles my laptop and shoes."
#49
Incase
4.0
(1)
"The Icon is my go-to for the office."
#50
Bold
4.0
(1)
"I use the Bold Kinesis which fits my 14in laptop."
#51
Fossil
4.0
(1)
"Anyone like the Fossil leather bags?"
#52
Swissgear
4.0
(1)
"If so then take a peek at the Swissgear 3573: 16L, ~$60, nondescript, and decent organization."
#53
Patagonia
4.0
(1)
"I have the Patagonia Atom 18L I love this bag, it’s nice and very compact."
#54
Piquadro
4.0
(1)
"Their prices are comparable to Bellroy."
#55
Freitag
4.0
(1)
"Freitag bags are tough but have a very casual aesthetic."
#56
Orvis
4.0
(1)
"Some brands I have bought in terms of bags."
#57
Eagle Creek
4.0
(1)
#58
Ernest & Alexander
4.0
(1)
"Ernest & Alexander canvas messenger."
#59
Marc Jacobs
4.0
(1)
"I have the marc jacobs tote bag in the size medium."
#60
Arket
4.0
(1)
"Check Arket for good options."
#61
PacSafe
4.0
(1)
"PacSafe doesn't get a lot of love here but I like them. I have the Vibe28L for short trips."
#62
Osprey
4.0
(1)
"This is what I use: https://www.osprey.com/us/en/product/arcane-brief-ARCANBRIEFS20.html"
#63
Acne Studios
4.0
(1)
"Acne Studios Musubi Midi."
#64
Defy
4.0
(1)
"Perhaps the Defy Recon to stay a bit closer to your budget."
#65
YSL
4.0
(1)
"Pretty lightweight, sleek and fairly discrete."
#66
Telfar
4.0
(1)
"The Telfar medium or large shoppers are great totes!"
#67
Atlas Supply
4.0
(1)
"A leather backpack could be cute, I used a leather backpack from Atlas Supply when I did a government internship awhile back."
#68
Burton
4.0
(1)
"I use a Burton Flint messenger bag."
#69
The Horse
4.0
(1)
"Consider looking on The Horse at their convertible backpacks."
#70
Nine West
4.0
(1)
"I use a faux leather Nine West briefcase in red. It fits everything I need including games for play therapy sessions."
#71
Lenovo
4.0
(1)
"Lenovo thinkpad professional backpack can be found for a quarter of the cost from lenovo."
#72
LL Bean
4.0
(1)
"You'd be better off finding a canvas tote with sturdy handles."
#73
Bedouin
4.0
(1)
"The Bedouin Barbary is probably more suitable in a professional setting."
#74
Lovevook
4.0
(1)
"I got a Lovevook backpack on Amazon after I finally gave up on totes."
#75
Mokobara
4.0
(1)
"Mokobara also has come with decent work bags."
#76
tomtoc
4.0
(1)
"Could potentially fit the bill albeit on a slightly lower budget."
#77
Fawn Design
4.0
(1)
"I just saw Fawn Design is releasing a new style of bag."
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