10 Best Laptop Bags for 2016
Editors' pick: Originally published July 28.
Not all laptop bags are created for the same type of user, which is why we have developed this discerning list designed for every kind of laptop-owner. From women who like a sleeker bag to men who seek something a little more rugged, our list has you covered.
Wear and tear is taken into consideration, as many professionals transform their weekday laptop bag into a travel bag for excursions or business trips. Laptop bags and totes have also become more utility-friendly, as every identified bag includes a padded slip or pouch for laptops and tablets, as well as easy-to-access pockets for technology and business accessories. A wide range of prices are represented here to accommodate just about anyone's budget.
Briggs & Riley's Horizontal Tote from the new Kinzie Street Collection is stylish enough to provide a sleek, compact look while at the same time providing ample room to hold both a 15-inch laptop and a sizeable pair of your favorite shoes inside. Designed from embossed textured herringbone fabric, this bag maintains its dignified style, but is tough enough to repel moisture. The tote's interior material is a light color, which makes it easy to find those important items. The pocket slip is well padded to protect your technology, while two deep interior pockets are ideal for storing accessories. Offered in grey or navy, Briggs & Riley is the only luggage company to offer a lifetime repair guarantee on merchandise.
Compact, but also luxurious, the Audley by Knomo London allows for full utilitarian carrying power. Travel with ease using the supple handles or wear over the shoulder or across the body using the detachable full-leather shoulder strap. Designed from lightly tumbled, full-grain leather, the bag has a smooth, soft texture that ages elegantly through the years. Spacious enough to fit a 14-inch laptop, the Audley also offers double zippered external front pockets and two internal padded sections to keep your technology safe. Available in three colors: black, espresso and caramel.
Hedgren Connect's Network Crossbody Brief is a little smarter than the rest. This bag comes with a pocket for an integrated battery (sold separately) for charging your smartphone and other mobile accessories. An exterior RFID protection pouch protects you from electronic pickpocketing. Offered in black, this sleek, svelte bag is still large enough to hold a 13-inch laptop, accessories and everything the busy professional might need throughout a demanding day. The Hedgren Connect Crossbody Brief is made especially for the professional with places to go and things to achieve.
The Jack Spade Tech Oxford Slim briefcase is designed from 100% wool and offered in elegant grey or navy. While this bag provides a sense of quiet sophistication, the Oxford Slim is durable and water resistant, making it an ideal fit for nearly any professional. Adorned in enduring, custom-crafted hardware and interior nylon trim, the Oxford Slim features functionality for days. In addition to the external slip and zipper pockets, the bag includes interior pockets and a padded pocket to hold your tablet or laptop. The main compartment is vast enough to hold files and accessories necessary for a winning meeting.
Great for those who commute by bike or integrate an active lifestyle into their workplace, the Top Load Backpack by Eagle Creek provides versatility with a sporty edge. Durable and weather protected, the Top Load Backpack includes a padded 15-inch laptop sleeve, internal zipper pockets and elasticized side pockets for the ultimate in organization and quick access. Easy to carry whether you are on a bike or running to a meeting, this bag has front, top and side haul handles. Compression straps are included for gear attachment and a back slip panel will secure your bag to your luggage handle system for travel. Also includes safety features such as reflective accents and a safety whistle sternum strap. Choose from black, slate blue, black/white and white/cobalt.
If digging through your laptop bag to find your phone charger or other vital accessories is a point of annoyance, then the Moshi Urbana briefcase is for you. Designed to ensure a spot and space for every necessary item, this bag features a number of compartments and pockets to become the go-to spot for your vital needs. Built for durability, the water-resistant external material protects your bag from both rain and snow, but it is also slim and sleek so you aren't lugging a clunky bag. Ideal for traveling with 13 to 15-inch tablets or laptops and outfitted with a padded ViscoStrap so carrying is easy on your shoulder.
Eagle Creek's Classic Backpack provides both utility and durability for someone headed for college. The classic backpack steps into the next century with padded-15 inch laptop sleeve, front zip pocket and lockable zippers. The durable Bi-Tech fabric keeps your technology and papers dry, while the moisture-wicking 3D Air Mesh back panel with contoured backpack straps keeps your pack in place. The back slip panel fits easily over the handle of any luggage system and the bag comes equipped with reflective accents and a safety whistle sternum strap. Offered in black, slate, blue, black/white and white/cobalt.
A perfect fit for the professional man with an edge, the Filson Padded Computer Bag combines classic functionality with outdoorsy chic. Designed using Filson's proprietary rugged twill, built to resist water and wear. The tin cloth seams keep this bag intact for even the toughest use. The removable/adjustable leather bridle strap is designed so the bag can be worn across the body or over the shoulder. An internal padded laptop pocket can hold up to a 15-inch tablet or laptop, not to mention 4 stow pockets, 1 zipper pocket, 3 dividers, 5 interior utility pockets, 1 interior slotted pocket and 1 interior patch pocket--almost unlimited storage.
Transforms easily from a business meeting to holding your accessories and tools for a European adventure, the Arc'teryx Granville Backpack is an explorers dream come true. Crafted from high quality nylon, this pack is offered in a slew of unique, bold colors. Water resistant, 100% nylon construction and designed to withstand the toughest traveler, the Granville Backpack features a top pocket water tight zipper aimed at keeping moisture and debris free from the pack's contents. Large main compartment holds a 15 inch laptop or tablet, plus the pack includes a large zipped back panel for extra storage. Sling over one shoulder or carry in traditional backpack style, the exterior of this bag includes two closure systems--magnetic and ladder hook, along with reflective logo.
If you love a good messenger bag but can't find the right fit, check out Timbuk2's Command Laptop Messenger Bag. Designed from 100% polyester and built for speed, this bag comes in a plethora of colors including black/gunmetal, pike, Diablo and even a mix of a few. TSA compliant, which makes this bag ideal for a professional on the go, the Command bag allows you to send your bag through security screening without having to remove your devices. This bag is weatherproof and includes plenty of storage pockets to hold accessories, power cords and tools of your trade. The padded front tablet pocket and special laptop sleeve holds your 17 inch tablet or laptop. Open and close the front panel with ease thanks to the smooth strips running along the closure lines. Traditional crossbody strap comes standard, which can be removed.
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