The Backpack: Why You Need One

Life is busy, we get it. When there’s more to do and less time to do it, you’ve gotta be organized. Even if you’re not headed to the office, there are still things to carry. That’s why you need a backpack. Here are several options that are guaranteed to improve your daily functionality.

It’s time to embrace the trend and go back to school. A man in a backpack is totally acceptable these days and we love it. There’s just too much to do and too little time to do it. Having a bag that aligns with your lifestyle will make your everyday chores and tasks so much easier to accomplish. No more dead phone or meeting a valuable person on the street with no business card. Plus, it’s way more comfortable to carry than your briefcase.

There are some options that should be aware of when finding the right backpack for yourself:
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Option 1: Slim Works

Brand: Hex Ashford Alliance Backpack ($79.95)

Made For: The urban-active gent. It’s slim design, interior laptop sleeve, front padded tablet sleeve and coated exterior create the perfect design for the street photographer or entrepreneur who doesn’t mind looking like the coolest kid in class. Hex also makes great camera bags.

Best Suited With: Jeans and a neutral knit. It’s a dressier piece on it’s own thanks to the charcoal herringbone plaid design. Let it stand out.

 

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Option 2: Vintage Look, Modern Design

Brand: J. Crew Harwick Backpack ($98)

Made For: The nature friendly gent. The bag is excellent for a quick trip into the woods for a day hike. The relatively slim design and waterproofed nylon will keep your things safe regardless of the conditions.

Best Suited With: Hiking boots and a flannel. Just know that you’re going to dramatically boost your testosterone levels by wearing a bag this manly.

 

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Option 3: Designer is Finer

Brand: Coach Hudson Backpack ($550)

Made For: The urban businessman. If you’re lucky enough to be able to walk to work, having your hands free for checking last night’s scores and holding your cold brew is essential.

Best Suited With: Your work suit. Don’t be shy. It might be different from your co-workers but that doesn’t make it wrong.

 

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Option 4: The Loud and Proud

Brand: Herschel Supply Co. ‘Parker’ Backpack ($50)

Made For: The dedicatedly trendy gent. Herschel has become one of the most recognizable names in backpacks and getting one with a full white shell will certainly grab attention. Houses a laptop sleeve so you can edit your blog photos.

Best Suited With: A fishtail jacket, some designer hi-tops and a drop crotch pair of joggers (or whatever’s trendiest at the moment).

 

 

 

JansportNavy

 

Option 5: Old Faithful

Brand: Jansport Superbreak Backpack ($36)

Made For: The average Joe, and in no way is that depressing. There’s nothing wrong with one of the backpacks that started it all, Jansport. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

Best Suited With: Broken-in Chinos, a casual basic tee and some beat up Vans Authentics, aka the essential casually stylish dude’s uniform.

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