Preview AW17: Men's Bags
Men need something where to store all their essentials too. It's gone the time when a man needed only a wallet and a pen that they could keep in their pockets. With gadgets more and more present in our everyday life, fashion brands have introduced bags for their male customers. I've picked some styles during my press events visits.
*In Store* This briefcase has been called aptly "The Brief" by Bennett Winch. It is the bag that any man would buy and use for its versatility. Made of waterproof canvas and leather trims, it has a detachable shoulder strap and it is lined with cotton. The internal has got a padded sleeve for a laptop as well as three pockets for organising small items like keys, money or else. A concealed front pocket can store a mobile phone. Available in Olive Green and Black as well as the Chocolate Brown in the picture. www.bennetwinch.com
*In Store* Briefcases are very popular for their sizes and equipped with a shoulder strap are very handy. This Nebulous - Navy briefcase is by Dune, made of nylon and with its external pockets and space for a laptop is ideal for a busy lifestyle that includes commuting. www.dunelondon.com
*In Store* If a briefcase might look like a bit serious and the work environment is more creative a messenger bag like this Gola Redford is ideal. It is in nylon with a discreet branding on the corner. The adjustable strap makes it perfect for travelling. The handy front pocket is great for a mobile phone and travelcard. www.gola.co.uk
*In Store* I love the texture of this Jekyll & Hide briefcase. The leather is soft with that vintage look that it is always a winner. The internal has got a 15" padded laptop compartment, external zipped pockets to store items to be easily reached and a shoulder strap that can be removed. Perfect for work and as a hand luggage for a business trip. www.jekyllandhide.co.uk
*Not Yet* A rucksack is one of those accessories that men really warm to it. This gorgeous one is the Ruban by Longchamp made of leather and satin finish canvas like the famous "Le Pliage" bag. The inside sports a layout that makes it safe to store a laptop as well as documents and outside several zipped pockets can store items like a mobile phone and a travelcard. Signing up to the Longchamp website, they will send an email when the item will be available. www.uk.longchamp.com
*In Store* A black rucksack is a staple in any man's wardrobe and this Ethan rucksack by Luke1977 ticks all the boxes. Made of nylon in a exclusive jacquard printed with the logo 's lion, it has a generous pocket on the front and contrasting colour detail at the zip. Nice padded shoulder strap for better comfort. Check the nearest stockist at www.luke1977.com
*Not Yet* Check out for this gorgeous camo Luke Roll Top backpack by Tumi. Plenty of pockets, made in nylon and roomy enough to store a laptop, a tablet, documents and even a change of clothing if travelling from work to a week end city break. Check for its arrival at www.uk.tumi.com
*In Store* It reminds me of those sacks that sailors used when going aboard a ship the Danny duffel bag by White Stuff. It is made of strong canvas and it is perfect for going to the gym or for a week end away. It is made of 100 % cotton with leather trim. The shoulder strap is adjustable so that it can be carried on a shoulder or as a cross body. www.whitestuff.com
