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Substitute a Messenger Bag for That Boring Backpack or Briefcase

By Morgan C. Schimminger

Schools are back in session and many employees are returning to the office. So now’s the time to buy a carryall to carry everything from books to laptops. But this fall we’re trading in backpacks and briefcases for something much chicer. That’s right, we’re favoring messenger bags. The utilitarian bags recently received a high-fashion makeover thanks to brands like Etro and Bottega Veneta. There are also stylish offerings from more mid-priced labels. Think Coach and Rag & Bone. We’re not afraid of borrowing from the boys, however. Let’s face it: messenger bags tend to be marketed to guys. Even big fashion houses follow suit. So, just like with men’s fragrances, we’re ignoring gender stereotypes by embracing the trend in any and every form. Here are the best messenger bags to cart around campus or to the office.

Messenger Bags

  • Messenger Bags #1

    Messenger Bags #1

    Etro Pegaso Bag in Suede, $1,720 at Etro

  • Messenger Bags #2

    Messenger Bags #2

    Modaluxe Golden Valley Vegan Messenger in New Sage, $78 at Free People

  • Messenger Bags #3

    Messenger Bags #3

    Coach Gotham Signature Coated Canvas & Leather Messenger Bag, $495 at Saks

  • Messenger Bags #4

    Messenger Bags #4

    Rag & Bone Field Leather Messenger Bag in Brown, $695 at Nordstrom

  • Messenger Bags #5

    Messenger Bags #5

    3.1 Phillip Lim Accidental Messenger Bag, $695 at Shopbop

  • Messenger Bags #6

    Messenger Bags #6

    Cuyana Messenger Bag 16-Inch in Light Stone, $395 at Cuyana

  • Messenger Bags #7

    Messenger Bags #7

    Supreme x Lacoste Small Messenger Bag, $285 at Farfetch

  • Messenger Bags #8

    Messenger Bags #8

    Black Heaven by Marc Jacobs Large Nylon Messenger Bag, $175 at SSENSE

  • Messenger Bags #9

    Messenger Bags #9

    Royce New York Leather 15" Laptop Messenger Bag in Tan, $300 at Bloomingdale’s

  • Messenger Bags #10

    Messenger Bags #10

    Michael Kors Gabardine Messenger Bag, $168 at Bloomingdale’s

  • Messenger Bags #11

    Messenger Bags #11

    We The Free Watson Messenger in Cherry Chocolate, $158 at Free People

  • Messenger Bags #12

    Messenger Bags #12

    Mango Bag With Ruched Detail, $49.99 at Mango

Morgan C. Schimminger
Morgan C. Schimminger

​As passionate about feminism as she is about fashion, Morgan C. Schimminger spends much of her time writing and editing pieces on everything from celebrity style to the fight to keep funding for Planned Parenthood. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of California at Berkeley and a master’s degree in publishing from Rosemont College. Morgan has contributed to a variety of publications, including StyleBakery, Uptown, metro.pop and Sister 2 Sister. Every week for theFashionSpot, she profiles the Top 10 Best Dressed Celebs and provides a daily dose of stylish stars via Look of the Day.

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