8 Messenger Bags You'll Keep for the Long Haul
Not to say ladies have it easier, but it's no walk in the park juggling a wallet, phone, books, and more without a proper bag. Messenger bags are the perfect fix to wear for any occasion, and you won't feel like your mom is sending you off to school with your backpack, or that you're perpetually shopping with a store bag. Get a grip — or should we say, lose your grip — and strap on one of these messenger bags to hold and organize all your gear.
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Best Overall
Tumi’s impressive Fallon messenger bag will carry all your gear, without having you look like a crazy bag man. With a 15-inch width, this bag can carry most laptops, a tablet, and much more. We’re talking five zip pockets in total between the interior and exterior! While touches of leather elevate the look of this durable and abrasion-resistant nylon bag, the adjustable shoulder strap and back handle make this easy for carrying anywhere and everywhere. Tumi once again proves you can’t go wrong with their stellar bag for all the swag.
Best Budget Buy
The lightweight Leaper bag comes in several colorways to fit any guy’s style with a vintage-looking twist (the buckle-detailing on the flap is actually a magnetic closure). While it won’t fit any laptop bigger than 13 inches, the bag has over nine pockets to separate your belongings. Though we wouldn’t recommend this option for a boardroom meeting, it’s the perfect casual messenger bag to lug to school or around town for the guy on a budget.
Best Convertible Bag
This is one three-way every guy could use (no, not that kind!). The removable padded shoulder strap, easy-to-stow backpack straps on the side, and small briefcase handle make this a stellar choice that's easy to use all day, every day. While it doesn’t have the polished look of some leather messenger bags, its functionality reigns supreme over any option on the market, thanks to its super durable fabric and multiple carrying options.
Best Weatherproof Bag
Patagonia is known for their durable products to handle both the great outdoors or any urban jungle, and this messenger bag doesn’t disappoint. The environmentally friendly fabric is made of a polyester ripstop with a water-repellent coating that’ll protect against rain or snow. With one mesh pocket, two zippered pockets, and a padded sleeve to protect laptops under 15 inches, this awesome bag is great for yearlong use with its comfortable adjustable shoulder strap. While it might feel typical for the weather to rain on your parade (and ruin your busy day), your messenger bag will keep your valuables protected. Bring it on, Mother Nature!
Best Splurge
Michael Kors has made a fashion empire from his super luxe designs, and this messenger bag says it all. The Bryant bag is oh-so-polished in black pebbled leather with gunmetal hardware, and it's smart in its design with a magnetic snap closure. Along with a compartment for your tablet, this messenger has multiple small pockets to store valuables in a safe place (including your cell phone). But truly, this one is all about the seriously dapper look and a brand name that everyone knows. Make your walk to work feel like a red-carpet moment, and get ready for lots of compliments.
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Best Gym Bag
For a small price, you can kick it old-school with this retro-inspired messenger bag by Gola. The bag’s athletic look is the perfect accent to impress your fellow gymgoers and carry your workout gear. The cool graphic design made it a hit back in the ‘70s, and the lightweight feel makes it easy to give your muscles a break before and after a sweat session. Save your money for healthy meals and protein shakes with this stylish messenger bag that won’t break the bank.
Best Work Bag
The longest-operating shoemaker in the U.S. happens to make killer bags, too! The brand that’s been around for more than 153 years knows a thing or two about craftsmanship, and it shows on the Logan messenger. The sleek-yet-rugged leather look is perfect for the masculine man to throw over his shoulder and hit his 9-to-5 in style. Whether you rock it with a slim gray suit, or bring it to your casual Friday with a button-down and tapered jeans, this bag will wear nicely over time and create a vintage-like effect to the leather as it distresses. While there aren't many small pockets for organization on the inside, it has the space you need for your laptop, and it fits all your other gear comfortably. This kind of quality rarely comes at such a reasonable price.
Best Luxury Statement Bag
Before you check out the price tag and faint, this messenger bag is meant as a status symbol. Since the ‘60s, when Gucci first applied their iconic logo to canvas goods, this printed fabric has become one of the most recognizable to use on a bag to symbolize premium luxury. Basically, no matter the time or decade, this messenger bag will not only make you look fashionable, but it’ll have you looking like a total boss (even in a cheap suit!).
While this structured bag is better suited for a tablet over a wider laptop, this luxury option with the house’s signature stripe detail will hold your paperwork, wallet, and other gear. Whether you live la dolce vita or not, everyone will think you’re a big shot carrying this stunner.
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