Why not? Do you really think people care what your bag looks like?
Some of you people have way too much time on your hands.
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Some of you people have way too much time on your hands.
I don't think it's appropriate for business to walk into a meeting with a 'hippy looking' messenger bag, can you do it yes, will it attract business or give the impression I want .... no.
Nor do I want to be running around after hours with a 'briefcase' ...
I don't want to switch bags, as stated I'm curious as to what works for some people as an everyday bag, suitable to carry a 13" ...
Could it be you who has too much time on your hands to lurk around here and pick apart peoples posts and comments? But thanks for your insight!
I've got a Tucano Finatex Small bag. I like how it's quite thin but still has decent amounts of space. With the laptop and accessories you could still maybe cram a book or two in it. Normally I'm used to carrying nothing but keys, wallet and iphone w/ in-ear headphones in my pockets so I wanted a laptop bag that wasn't meant for carrying tons of stuff.
Unnecessary comment.
http://www.laptopstuff.co.uk/p/Knomo_Stirling_Laptop_Messenger_Bag.htm
To the OP you might want to look at that. If you are interested in it, there are a few videos on YouTube that cover it in quite alot of depth.
Jack Spade FTW.
http://www.selectism.com/news/2009/06/11/jack-spade-waxwear-utility-bag/
They also make a dedicated laptop bag with removeable inner sleeve. Only problem is it's for the 15".
http://www.selectism.com/news/2009/06/11/jack-spade-waxwear-utility-bag/
They also make a dedicated laptop bag with removeable inner sleeve. Only problem is it's for the 15".
i used to use Booq bags for my old ibook and my last MBP. i really liked their quality.
but then i moved to manhattan portage which i still use everyday. it holds up amazingly well and is expandable in case i want to use it as a weekend bag. the one i have doesn't have padding for a laptop, but i don't bang the bag around. if i wanted, i could put my computer in a sleeve and then into the bag. the one i have is discontinued, but it's similar to this
http://www.manhattanportage.com/catalog/Messenger-Bags/Expandable-Messenger/112
i've ordered flap over brief bag by schlesinger as my latest bag. i like the distressed leather as i feel it gives a business but also casual look. figure i can use this as a weekend bag as well. from everyone i know that's used this brand they're unbelievably durable and will last years and years.
http://www.classicluggage.com/adventure_by_schlesinger_leather.htm
but then i moved to manhattan portage which i still use everyday. it holds up amazingly well and is expandable in case i want to use it as a weekend bag. the one i have doesn't have padding for a laptop, but i don't bang the bag around. if i wanted, i could put my computer in a sleeve and then into the bag. the one i have is discontinued, but it's similar to this
http://www.manhattanportage.com/catalog/Messenger-Bags/Expandable-Messenger/112
i've ordered flap over brief bag by schlesinger as my latest bag. i like the distressed leather as i feel it gives a business but also casual look. figure i can use this as a weekend bag as well. from everyone i know that's used this brand they're unbelievably durable and will last years and years.
http://www.classicluggage.com/adventure_by_schlesinger_leather.htm
How about something like this:
Been with me through five continents worth of adventures. Perfect fit for a 15" MBP in a hard case plus looks even better without bloodstains.
Been with me through five continents worth of adventures. Perfect fit for a 15" MBP in a hard case plus looks even better without bloodstains.
I just got a 2UNFOLD bag by Hard Graft...and I have to say this bag is super cool.
The different ways of carrying it make it suitable for a lot of different situations, and it just neat looking. Expensive, though.
http://hardgraft.com/2unfold.html
The different ways of carrying it make it suitable for a lot of different situations, and it just neat looking. Expensive, though.
http://hardgraft.com/2unfold.html
I will second Jack Spade. For some reason, I have 3 different bags for my MacBook Pro, one from Mountain Equipment Co-op, Victorinox and Jack Spade (Jack Spade is really a normal messenger bag but I use it to carry once in a while). You really can't go wrong. The style/material makes it use for business or just casual.
GQ usually advertises or has Jack Spade in a column, so you might want to read an issue one month.
GQ usually advertises or has Jack Spade in a column, so you might want to read an issue one month.
I didn't know there was a men's brand associated with Kate Spade... that's not bad, although too dressed down for my everyday / work use. I definitely would like to check out their other stuff though, and maybe get a casual bag...
EDIT: Well... that was dangerous... one visit to their website and I ordered a new briefcase.
I have the Waterfield Designs Cozmo in a medium size. It's a great bag -- really well made. I also have their sleeve case for my 13" MBP.
http://www.sfbags.com/products/cozmo/cozmo.htm
http://www.sfbags.com/products/cozmo/cozmo.htm
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How about something like this:
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Been with me through five continents worth of adventures. Perfect fit for a 15" MBP in a hard case plus looks even better without bloodstains.
Wheres that bag from?
How about something like this:
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Been with me through five continents worth of adventures. Perfect fit for a 15" MBP in a hard case plus looks even better without bloodstains.
Wheres that bag from?
Originally from Eddie Bauer, but they don't sell it anymore. I think it was a limited production run of stuff they used to make in the 30's and 40's. The one I have is the only one I've ever seen, though I have seen it on Heroes used by the Mohinder character.
I didn't know there was a men's brand associated with Kate Spade... that's not bad, although too dressed down for my everyday / work use. I definitely would like to check out their other stuff though, and maybe get a casual bag...
EDIT: Well... that was dangerous... one visit to their website and I ordered a new briefcase.
Shoot, did I contribute to someone buying on impluse?
I was the same too. I dropped by Holt Renfrew one day and saw one, ended purchasing one online.
Shoot, did I contribute to someone buying on impluse?
I ordered this...
It was discounted from about $350 to about $150, so I couldn't resist.
I like to swap briefcases and not use the same one for work everyday, so having another option is really nice.
Some good idea's, many of them are a little slim. I've tried the slimmer Mac Cases but they bulge to easily the moment you throw something else in there ....
Right now I carry 'everywhere' the following:
- 13" MacBook Air
- Power adapter, (sometimes)
- Canon SD 780 IS Camera
- Spare battery
- iPhone
- Wallet
- 8 x 11 legal pad
- Keys
- 3G Internet Stick
- USB drive/SD card or two
- Pen
- mini Leatherman Tool
So I need something that has some width but isn't much larger than a 13" MBA/MBP is circumference so that it's still medium in size.
I'll use the bag for going to work, meetings, socially/visiting friends, working outside on my deck, travel, up at our cottage, on the boat etc etc ...
That's why I don't want an 'all business' looking bag or a strictly casual looking bag ... I'm not interested in switching bags back and forth ... that's what the ladies do, lol ...
It's hard to find a small, yet wide/deep enough 'all purpose' bag for men
I look forward to hearing more ideas or seeing what you're using!
Right now I carry 'everywhere' the following:
- 13" MacBook Air
- Power adapter, (sometimes)
- Canon SD 780 IS Camera
- Spare battery
- iPhone
- Wallet
- 8 x 11 legal pad
- Keys
- 3G Internet Stick
- USB drive/SD card or two
- Pen
- mini Leatherman Tool
So I need something that has some width but isn't much larger than a 13" MBA/MBP is circumference so that it's still medium in size.
I'll use the bag for going to work, meetings, socially/visiting friends, working outside on my deck, travel, up at our cottage, on the boat etc etc ...
That's why I don't want an 'all business' looking bag or a strictly casual looking bag ... I'm not interested in switching bags back and forth ... that's what the ladies do, lol ...
It's hard to find a small, yet wide/deep enough 'all purpose' bag for men
I look forward to hearing more ideas or seeing what you're using!
This is what I used but the older version http://www.dionigi.it/just4/_eng/ItemView.asp?idItem=475...
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I ordered this...
It was discounted from about $350 to about $150, so I couldn't resist.
I like to swap briefcases and not use the same one for work everyday, so having another option is really nice.
No wonder. That thing is hideous, man!
I ordered this...
It was discounted from about $350 to about $150, so I couldn't resist.
I like to swap briefcases and not use the same one for work everyday, so having another option is really nice.
Nice one! I'm really liking the brief! Loving the checkered pattern and I'm assuming it's canvas with a leather trim? I haven't checked the website recently or even know how old that bag is but that would be something I'd buy because it can match/fit really well with my style (preppy - ties/shirts/v-necks) and would work well in downtown.
Nothing wrong with options! For a dude, I have one too many bags (I don't know why) and they're all for the same purpose!
I have one like that from Banana Republic but it's canvas/nylon with a leather trim. They also have one similar to mine but in all leather (you lucky American Bastards!). Check out the BR site and take a look for yourself.
I got this one
perfect size, has a lil pouch in front for keys and cord and a compartment inside where u can put books in. Very soft "soft fur like" compartment for the computer.
This site reviews it.
http://www.core77.com/bullitts/2008...rrent_bullitt_number=2¤t_bullitt_id=565
This is an awesome bag, I would buy it if I actually carried my MBP around with me!!