I’ve found Sandqvist to be a good brand for “somewhat corporate / not shit “ backpacks and other work related bags.
Not sure on shipping to US as it’s a Scandi brand but has always seemed reasonable on price.
And there’s f/ce which is a Japanese brand. They do some lovely stuff and have a couple of “somewhat corporate” lines.
But is it Balearic?
Hahaha certainly yes 
the tucker & bloom messenger bag is hands down the best bag I’ve ever had in my life- waterproof ballistic nylon clad. 8yrs still going strong, can hold laptop, and a bunch of records, but also quite small when not full. lifetime guarantee😉
I suggest doing a deeper search, they’re pretty spendy from the site, but one can often find cheaper from stores that odered and now on sale
Needed one for cycling to work. Stubble & Co laptop rucksack also fits records. Very pleased with mine so far.
That looks great for money!
What’s the situation for ordering these to the uk?
Got one from here. It’s been great for a few years now.
I’ve got a bit of a collection of Porter bags, pricey but will last and last…worth a look at their website. I’ve just checked if a 12" will fit in any of the larger ones and success with a couple including this one
This company here in Scotland make great quality bags, and repairs for life etc. Not sure of the international shipping costs but worth a look
Porter is my preferred work bag de jour too. Currently using the Pointer collab they did. Scored a deadstock one off eBay for £80, which was a right touch.
Can’t go wrong with a bit of Porter, been a massive fan for over 30 years when the Mrs used to go on inspiration trips to Japan and bring back stuff. Timeless.
Porter & Yoshida all the way.
Worth the money and can always be picked up reasonably in the sales, on the Bay or via proxy.
I’ve a tote I’ve used for work that’s made out of ballistic nylon and holds a laptop.
Memorial Day sales in the US always make me get stuff I always thought were too expensive but at 60% off seem fine. Somehow G-Star always ends up in there somewhere with the usual Bonobos suits to get me through the year.
beautiful and an absolute steal!
I’ve also got a Porter Lift 3 way briefcase that holds a 15" laptop and can either go over one shoulder like a messenger bag or or as a rucksack with two shoulder straps. Is brilliant for work but you can’t get records in there.
I’m in the market for some shorts! Preferably on the slimmer/tailored end of the spectrum, without venturing too far into ‘Do you know who my f-ing Father is?’ avec either deck shoes or Tom’s territory
What’s good? Cheers!
