Follow us on
More of this topic
The Man Bag: Why you need one and which one you need
Because if it works for Hugh Jackman, it’ll work for you
The Revolutionised Fanny: Let’s start with the fanny because it has a rather debauched reputation. Thanks to high end designers like Fendi, the fanny is now cool. Check out this genius design from the brand that ties up around the upper waist and chest area. If you don’t carry much in your bag and want an easy carry-on, the revolutionised fanny is definitely for you!
The Clutch: This is the ultimate stylish bag because it’s modern and goes with almost anything. This particular piece from Canali is a lively red colour but it is traditional in design. So it can be worn with a suit or casual attire such as jeans or sportswear.
The Satchel: This is otherwise known as the messenger bag and is for those who don’t like briefcases – plain and simple. You’re either a briefcase kind of man or you’re not. And if you’re not, the satchel is the best option – hands-free and effortless. We love this piece from Bottega Veneta’s Spring/Summer 2016 show at Milan Fashion Week.
The Briefcase: We’re huge fans of briefcases. There’s something about them that says the wearer means business. They’re also extremely sleek and sharp, which is never a bad look on any man. We like this leather piece from Berluti.
The Dressy Duffle Bag: Duffle bags are used mostly for travel or the gym, but there are dressy duffle bags out there that should not be overlooked for formal office days. If your taste is a mix of traditional and modern style, we recommend this kind of bag. We love this number from Daks as it’s not as stiff as most duffle bags but its leathery look is seriously sleek in appearance, so it works perfectly with a suit.
The Backpack: If you’re a young-spirited, less traditional person, we recommend the playful backpack. And nobody does men’s bags like Louis Vuitton. The brand’s monogram design is extremely classic and the hint of blue in this piece gives it a more mature look. These are great add-ons for backpacks because you don’t want to look like a schoolboy.
The Barrel Bag: This is very similar to a duffle bag but rounder in shape – hence the “barrel” name. We find the stiffer and formal ones great for work because they’re contemporary but go very well with office wear. We see this as more of a fashionable piece for those working in not-so-strict work environments like fashion, design, or entertainment.
The Travel Bag: We love traditional travel bags like Louis Vuitton’s and Gucci’s, but it’s nice to have a travel piece that’s casual as well. If you agree, we recommend opting for something that’s smooth and mature but sporty at the same time. This black and blue number by Dirk Bikkembergs is super stylish.
