It might not be cheap, but at least the extra money you'll spend on the Apolis Activism Philanthropist Tote ($300) goes to something other than lining the pockets of a wealthy designer. Handcrafted in California, this upscale tote offers a front pocket with pen holders and a key clip, a... [More]

If you're one of the brave souls hauling around a 17-inch MacBook Pro on a daily basis, do yourself (and your back) a favor and ditch the single-shoulder messenger for the Thule Crossover Backpack ($100). This oversized pack offers an integrated padded notebook compartment that can handle even the most... [More]

Handmade in the U.S. by Amish leather workers, the Billykirk Laptop Flight Bag ($300) might cost as much as a cheap laptop, but it's surely more stylish. The bag is made from waxed canvas and leather, and offers padding for the laptop inside, a single interior pocket for stashing chargers,... [More]

Made exclusively from found and salvaged materials, including historic textiles and hardware throughout New England, Forest Bound Recycled Bags ($24-$190) offer a nice blend of utility and character. Available in a variety of fabrics and styles, including recycled canvas, leather, and cotton that've been formed into utility pouches, weekend bags,... [More]

Have a favorite old tee that sits unworn or simply doesn't fit anymore? Turn it into a Hello Rewind Recycled T-Shirt Laptop Sleeve ($50). Available in 13-, 15-, and 17-inch sizes, these laptop sleeves are made by cutting out the design and material from the old shirt, and sewing it... [More]

Combining classic looks and materials with a future-minded design, TravelTeq Bags (€365; roughly $500) offer the best of both worlds. The company's inaugural offering, the Trash laptop bag, features a high-quality leather exterior with matching rolled handles, and a fabric middle with a central two-pull zipper closure. Inside, you'll find... [More]

Part of the company's new Signature line, the L.L. Bean Heritage Tote ($190) is a simple, stylish traditional bag. Measuring a roomy 17" x 15" x 7.25", the Heritage is made from genuine vegetable-tanned leather that will acquire patina and character with age, and features a straightforward vintage design and... [More]

Ingenious and slightly ironic at the same time, the BookBook ($80) is a new case for the MacBook and MacBook pro that disguises your 'Book as, well, a book. Employing thick hardcover front and rear panels and a rigid spine, the BookBook provides ample protection for your laptop, while elastic... [More]

Versatile and utilitarian, the Porter Smoky Backpack ($460) is a no-nonsense combination backpack and tote. The exterior is made from a strong Cordura Duck fabric which is resistant to abrasions, and the Smoky offers plenty of storage options with two external snap-closure pockets and two internal Velcro-closure pockets. Rounding out... [More]

Made from parafin-treated cotton, the Filson Sportman's Bag ($275) is a rugged carrier for gear, clothes, or anything else you need to haul around. The water repellant outer is designed to develop a great patina with repeated use, while the bag itself features an adjustable leather shoulder strap, leather top... [More]

Forget the girlie basket — haul goods around while you bike with the JanSport 1989 Bike Swinger ($60). This smallish duffel bag is designed to attach to the front of most bicycles, and features nylon construction with leather straps, a zippered main compartment and end pockets, antiqued hardware, and a... [More]

Made from re-purposed WWII goods like duffel bags, field blankets, and backpacks, Temple WWII Bags ($250-$650) are a perfect way to add extra character to your daily routine. The line includes a variety of styles, including tote, laptop, duffle, and medicine bags, each made from authentic WWII gear, meaning each... [More]

Sure, you can use it as a weekend bag. But the Moore & Giles Meehan Utility Bag ($660) is really meant for hauling around something else: high-end booze. Developed in collaboration with renowned NY mixologist Jim Meehan and made from heavily waxed canvas and oiled leather, the Meehan has removable... [More]

Simple, straightforward looks belie the versatile utility of the L.L.Bean Hunter's Tote Bag ($25-$35). Available in three sizes, this all-purpose bag is made to stand up to abuse of the outdoorsman with features like a 1,200-denier polyester shell, durable, water-resistant thermoplastic interior coating, a full-length zipper top, overlapped seams, and... [More]

If you're the kind of baseball fan that likes to wear your support on your sleeve — in a rather literal fashion — then the Rawlings Baseball Glove Leather Briefcase ($425) is for you. Made from genuine Rawlings baseball glove leather, this handsome tan case offers multiple pockets, including an... [More]