BEST DESIGNER BAGS FOR WORK & COLLEGE (Inc. My Work Bag Collection)
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- Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
- My favourite designer and non-designer alternative bags for college, university or work/the office.
These bags are all premium quality, you’ll look very put together in them! But they don’t have the big logos that can sometimes attract the wrong kind of attention in the office or in lessons.
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Ferragamo is such an underrated brand. Its such a high quality brand but also pretty discrete.
I agree. I feel like many people I know who are into more expensive bags often look at the brand as targeted towards a stylish person over 55 y/o...but there are definitely some items that are ageless.
Seriously! I just recently bought a Ferragamo camera bag, and I am in love with the feel of the leather, the stitching, the quality of all of it! And the design isn't loud while still being clear to those who know :-)
I buy so much ferragamo second hand in excellent condition for between $200-$300. It is so much better than that lv canvas ( I adore and respect Louis Vuitton but ...$$$)
@@adrienne2838 I recently got a vintage LV piece that I am in love with - I am so impressed with how well it has held up over 20 years.. With so many of these brands it's so much better to buy vintage or preloved, you get a style you love for the right price. :-D
I own a small Sophia bag. You can say that it was my first designer bag and it really sets the standard for quality. The leather is thick, supple, but hard wearing and the craftsmanship is exquisite. And it is very understated as there are no screaming logos. Only the clasp gives it away to those who are familiar with the brand. I also find it easy to style because of the shape and color as well.
My experience is actually quite different. I’m a male and three bosses in my function (area, region, and compliance) are all fashionable ladies and my designer items/ fashion actually caught their attention in a good way and open conversations and they become much more friendlier to me which is good for my career advancement because it helped me build a relationship with them
Very cool!
For me personally.. What has drawn me to luxury and designer bags is quality of materials and craftsmanship. I'm sure I'm not the only one who feels this way. When I was in college, I studied abroad for a semester in Florence, Italy, and I was able to visit some workshops and see amazing art being made firsthand, and I have just a huge respect and admiration for the skill and dedication behind the craft. Thanks for the video!
I've been using FURLA bags for office work for years now, I don't want to sound biased but the fact is they're so well made, so practical, convenient and hard wearing! The Piper and the Metropolis range are excellent as work bags! Dear Sophie, thanks for your vlogs! 😘💕
Christianne Borg same thought. I have furla and coach and they serve me very well. Tory Burch for casual. I can understand higher management may know or not know of the value of handbags but in the current environment keep hatred and jealousy at bay. Best for everyone.
I agree. I got one Metropolis in Black. Soooo hard wearing and good leather as well as elegant 😍
@Christianne Borg the annoying thing about Furla is that is now made in China! I went in Bicester outlet a few weeks ago and bought one thinking that I was buying an Italian bag. I then found out home when I looked at it carefully inside that it was made in China; it is written in a tiny label, looks like they're trying to hide it!
@@Stefyyyx That's true and it did annoy me as well to be honest. I also own some made in Romania. But the FURLA bags I purchased this year were all made in italy which am very pleased with! Anyways, wherever it was made in I must admit that the quality was always excellent though!
@@chrissie81 May I ask you which models were made in Italy? So next time I'll look for those! Thanks! I must say that even mine looks good quality but it's too early to say as I haven't used it yet! Also the price was a bargain: from £307 to £109!
Im a senior manager and when one of my team members carried an LV speedy nano to work i complimented her bag and asked her how was she liking it 😁 i cant help it, i just love handbags and not so easy to find bag lovers in real life 😅
But what if a much younger staff has a Birkin? Haha I think it would be different!
If upper management judges my promotion potential based on my handbag, then they are not the employer for me.
In south Florida finance work culture if the women didn’t have a nice bag you were looked down upon. Same for men with suits/watches. When I started I got a second hand Chloe drew bag to fit in.
From what I learned is that if you didn’t have it, it was because you weren’t doing your job practices at home. (Build wealth) Even when we get promotions we have to get our credit scores checked. If your score was under what the position or clients you want to work with. If it was low you didn’t get them. They’d tell you work on your debt then apply again.
Tiffany Wimmers same here in Milan. Money attracts money. If you are looking like doing well, actually your work relationship gets better and weirdly you get promotion
Tiffany Wimmers same for finance in NY, not surprisingly.
I am so glad I am working for Oil&Gas industry with good old boys, that simply don't care about stuff like that, while still making their millions of dollars.
I still wear my nice designer bags to work, but people around me could care less.
Cannot agree more
I really appreciate my Longchamp bags.
I feel this bags are not so popular as others, but the quality is absolutely amazing. I have +10 bags of this brand in my collection and all of them are so beautiful 😍
Oh! I love Longchamp! Such a great brand with great quality bags. I use mine for years throughout university and the price is very reasonable and doesn’t empty your wallet! 🥰
Absolutely! I’ve been using them for years.
Especially I love my leather backpack. I’ve got my birthday recently and the weather was horrible. It was raining and all of that. So because of that I did wear this backpack to the fancy restaurant and it was still appropriate.
New job = new baggg💕🥂 thank you for uploading at the perfect time 💛
Congrats girl!!
masseiy thank youu💕
OMG, that necklace!!
I have the YSL sac du jour. It's my work bag. Very beautiful and understated.
The Sac de Jour is gorgeous to look at, easy to style and even easier to use. However, if you are commuting with public transport, it can be very dangerous because it is mostly open.
Totally agree with you! I’ve contemplated buying it many times but can’t get my head around the lack of security or discretion generally, regardless of my mode of transport
it has a zipper in the middle compartment though! So you can put valuable item (phone, wallet, keys) in there and use the open compartments for all the rest ☺️ Not all models come with the zipper though, i don't think the nano comes without one but the small one has one
Be careful of the Sac de Jour of what leather you get in in - avoid the beautiful, buttery lamb skin at all costs! I pushed my mum into buying one a few years back, and I’ve felt guilty about it in the 5 years since: it scratches so easily, it is absolute _insanity_. You could touch the face of it and it scratches, but because of its rigidity, any tiny nick will be seen. The corners see wear by the second, third time. It may be just me, but I feel like lamb sac du jours hold up even less well than the lamb Chanel boys.
@@SoraCyn lamb skin is beautiful, but should be avoided at all cost. it scratches too easily. I'm so glad I got my Boy in caviar, but generally I rarely reach for 'smooth' leather items.
I love carrying my YSL sac de jour to work. Super discrete and beautiful to wear. Haven’t had any problems so far! Loved your video ❤️
If you like the Celine bag, but have a tighter spending limit, take a look at the Coach Hutton Saddle Bag. Very similar design feeling.
Thank u!
Thank you!
I wear my designer bags to work, but I only have “discrete” bags like Celine Belt, Polene Numero Un, Givenchy Antigona and YSL sac de jour. I probably would not wear a monogram bag or something very loud, but since I spend most of my time at work, I do want to wear my bags to the office
I’ve been looking into Antigona bag for a couple months now. What size do you have and what can fit on a normal work day? And does the leather feet become a problem?
Exactly, it has to fit the life style - i wouldn’t wear a big logo at all, it’d look funny in the environment I am in
I swear by my antigona for work! I so easily am able to turn it around and not feel too paranoid about a logo
Tiffany Wimmers I have the small and it’s perfect for me (I don’t carry a laptop). I have used it almost every day for 4 years and it still looks great. No issues with the leather feet. I have the grainy leather
The Antigona is a fab bag not sure about discreet though...
Sophie, I am loving your newly shaped eyebrows from the last video. They look really great. Very flattering to your eye and face shape.
Hi Sophie. I've been preparing for job interviews all weekend and watching through your Money, Business, and Motivation playlist. Thank you for motivating and empowering me to develop my career!
I wish you the best of luck with your interviews my friend! You know the perfect job for you is out there, and it’ll come to you ☺️🙌🏽Hugs xx
I also work in tech, in Seattle. Fashion doesn’t exist here. I think we have two Louis Vuitton stores in the entire state. No women here ever wear heels or cute outfits. I’m originally from California though so I’m all about luxury and glam...I’ve decided to get a black sac du jour by YSL, it’s very low key imo and looks smart as hell.
this is just the video i needed! i’m currently saving for my first designer bag
You will do it. Keep at it consistently and your dream will come true.
Salvatore is my favorite.....top quality and drives people crazy because there’s no logo 👍
They do have a few items with the gancino printed everywhere but it’s not super popular
Maria that’s my point. I would rather go to Rome pick out my leather, purse style and have a craftsman make an original for me....OK. I was dying to buy Dior...but I won’t pay to advertise. I have at least 17 vintage bags from Gucci ( my Moms). Sold some and gave some away. Designer is way out of hand.
*Sophie's skin is gorgeous. It's the first thing I noticed when I saw her for video for the first time*
Really nice designer hadbag for work is Paloma S Medium (there is a small as well) by Christian Louboutin.
I really should think about getting myself a nice laptop case! My Tescos one just isn't cutting the mustard anymore! x
I’ve seen a lovely one from LV with the monogram.
Ferragamo has been making awesome leather bags for years. I already have owning a nice Ferragamo bag on my lux list. They’re classic and have simplicity. Their products are not covered in obnoxious logos. Very classic look.
I like your opinion on carrying designer bags to work. You are one of the first I heard talking about the wear and tear as well of the practicality of a work bag.
We spend most of our time working, therefore I think we should use bags for work, which are nice but stand the test of time.
i love aspinal! would also recommend demellier for a mid range designer with great quality! also used by the royal family..
I love ferragamo, I buy so much ferragamo second hand in basically new condition for like $20-$300, sometimes I’m upset that the authentication costs more than the bag itself but worth it for my peace of mind. I think the fact that it’s more discrete or not as well known elevates it a bit. My brother was like “when do you hear people rapping about ferragamo?”
That dress is so beautiful and looks really good on you
Yay, a new video! 🥳 Sophie, what are your thoughts on the UK ending duty-free and VAT-free shopping? I just heard about it today!
I carry a Dooney and Bourke Miller Shopper tote for my work bag, they are also guided towards older women here in the states but I've found that the one I have has not only been hard wearing after years of hard use (I don't baby my work/school bags) but they look great with every outfit. It's definitely a brand I would recommend to look professional. My shopper tote holds pretty much everything I need for the day and is wide enough for my 14" laptop when I was having to stay late at work to do my school work.
If anyone here lives in the UK, keep an eye out for Aspinal sample sales in London. I have the exact same 'Lottie' bag as Sophie, and paid £150 for it at the sample sale.
What a major score you got!!!! WOW!!!! xx
Oh when exactly do these happen? I’m looking to buy one from Aspinal but can’t justify paying so much for a lesser known brand if you know what I mean...
Well done you! That’s fabulous, and I think Aspinal are very handsome bags.
Great suggestions Sophie! I love how all your picks are quite low key and not flashy at all because I know many people don’t feel comfortable flashing their designer bags around at work - including me! 🤣
I loove CLN and YSL bags so much. I miss taking my work bag out for work or to the mall. I love that Senreve laptop bag, the pastel colours are eyecatching, so elegant. Enjoy the rest of the weekend, Soph 🌹 and I hope your week gets off to a good start!
First of all that white lace dress looks very beautiful on you! 😍
Yea, I definitely agree with the comments you’ve made about buying luxury goods.. I don’t think, flaunting or showing off the item is a main statement I go by when buying luxury goods, because sometimes we don’t have time to care about that. I won’t say I’m not into spending money on branded bags and shoes, etc, because yes my eyes eyes sparkle when I see something pretty, but one of the reasons I like the brands I do is because I trust in their quality and the style is just, like.. something I’d wear. It also makes me feel confident to use the product, knowing it’s quality won’t let me down. But regardless, at the moment, I will only buy what I can with my capabilities and if it’s not within my reach, I’ll keep it on my wish list and maybe get a chance to buy it in the future.
Always was a fan of the Saint Laurent Sac de jour, and the brand itself, I do own one bag from Saint Laurent, it’s a burgundy tote bag and it’s very practical for anyone looking for a good university bag or on-the-go quick and easy to reach for your item bag. The leather feels nice and sits well on my shoulder when I use it. The sac de jour however, always gave me this beautiful elegance vibe and looks professional, definitely a bag which has been on my wish list. ❤️
I’ve currently come to love the Celine bag you’ve shown too. Looks very simple yet chic! It’s very expensive, but I’m sure the quality is worth its price. What colour would get yours Sophie, but it seems like you’re close to getting one yourself, I await for a vlog where you go into purchase the Celine bag😍
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Is it strange that Sophie’s video makes my Sunday?
I'm also so happy with my Senreve. Been using it now for two years. Oh, you look so lovely 💛
Love my senreve bags as well
That Ferragamo was stunning. I like the Prada Tessuto Nylon Tote for work. It does have a logo but that can be covered by my arm or if I really don’t want people to see it, I put the logo against my body. I like the slouchiness of it because I do have to put it in small places like a locker so a structured bag could get damaged that way. It also doesn’t get dirty fast and is easy to clean. For paperwork I buy these cute accordion folders from amazon and they are probably the best purchase ever. My papers stay straight and they fit perfectly in a tote sized bag.
thanks for showing Maestra wear and tear, I'm thinking about some of the darker colours so it should be ok
The Celine box bag has been on my wishlist for ages. It’s my dream bag.
I’m a brand new subscriber and have binged a lot of videos. Wanted to say thank you foe the great and inspirational content. I feel like you’re just a girlfriend chatting with us all about fashion and life. Thanks from the US!
I hv the celine box as one of my work bags, I don’t carry much but it’s really convenient and understated, not to mention it’s quite rain proof, caught in the rain several time and a wipe
On the leather won’t leave much damages
I love that first YSL you showed. I have a Dooney & Bourke bag from their Nile collection from ages ago that I still use cause there is hardly any wear and tear on it. But I also have a LV Brea bag in amarante (love that color that's why I got it) that I use. I don't know about other people but I can't stand bags that cannot stand on their own and fall over all the time. Specially work bags. I have to be able to get in with one hand and grab what I need.
These were some great choices! I really liked that you included Salvatore Ferragamo. They are so forgotten about (even by me!) but they actually do have really nice designs that are very classic. I'd like to input that the Fendi peekaboo would be a good work bag too. Very understated with no branded logo visible. :D
I have an Aspinal bag and I love it to pieces, it looks so put together and the quality is amazing. I have a large Lottie on my wish list, I absolutely love your taupe one. My most used work bag is the large Prada Saffiano Lux in black. It’s many years old now and it’s a brilliant bag. As I am semi retired I don’t have to care so much about the impression of doing too well. It does get a lot of attention but the funny thing is that I bought it preloved for less than the cost of a new Lottie, but of course only I know that.
I use the mulberry Bayswater for work! Love the timeless shape and superb quality
Ferragamo to me is usually carried by doctors/lawyers for some reasons, maybe because the logo is discreet but very suitable for work. But the Celine classic box bag and Fendi Peekaboo has been in my wishlist for past 2 years but i can't justify paying so much when i could almost get the Lady Dior instead.
I bought the Aspinal bags because of you. They are wonderful and perfect for work. I usually get lots of compliment whenever I wear them. So thank you.
I definitely agree with buying one good quality bag instead of many cheap ones, I am currently a full-time student and obviously not in a place to purchase designer items but lately I've been really focusing on being more mindful of the quality and materials of the items that I do buy
I’d suggest at looking at Coach they are affordable and if you want a discount wait till the end of the season. I use coach for all my school things and they are crazy sturdy and can be abused without showing it’s age. Don’t go to coach outlets because they are made completely different = waste of money.
Great suggestions and yes, there is a bias at times that one may never learn about if one carries flashy/logo/designer merchandise. Not fair, but the reality of life. I tend to carry lower key bags- Celine, Jill Sander, Acne, Alexander Wang, or bags with small logos. I love your Aspinal suggestion! The last time you posted about this topic, I dug through my collection and resurrected a Trussardi from the late 90s! It is still in fantastic condition and most people in the US don't know Trussardi, so it falls under the radar. I think Aspinal is similar. Keep sharing your videos. They are a welcome treat.
Back when I was going to a physical workplace, when I didn't need to bring a lot I wore a Celine Luggage Nano. I know it screams 2016-2018 and can be dated, but it's still discreet luxury and the robot face is quirky but still professional (which helps in a fashion orientated workplace). I kind of wish I bought a Belt instead because it's a more elegant design, but it is what it is!
Celine Luggage is classic in my opinion! Who cares if it is back then it is still amazing now. The amount of colors is endless and I love mine with a passion. When I take care of my baby nephew it is the go to bag. I can carry his things and mine and look like a hot aunt. lol
The purple personal organizer is very nice. I love that noticable color.
Sometimes I like such multi colored accents.
Such a treat on this cold day in London 😊
I think the Celine luggage is another amazing bag for work/travel/daily practical use. The logo is so small and the quality of the leather is great. Just bought the Micro yesterday and love it!
Tory Burch does some really great work bags as well. Their McGraw Tote fits a full size laptop in it and the leather is pebbled and super soft and supple.
You look so pretty in that white dress! 🥰 I use my trusty Longchamp Le Pliage Néo for work and it’s absolutely carefree. I also have the Celine classic in medium in my wishlist too!
I love that you made this video... I love these bags, and I love the fact that the logo is so discrete... 😁 I'm going to add the Celine to my wish list ☺️😁
Since I spend most of my life at work (!!) I’ve never shied away from buying expensive bags to carry day to day. I’m currently using a black Celine Luggage and it’s the best bag I’ve ever purchased. I think I’ve used it pretty much every day since I bought it in 2018 and it’s still in exceptional shape. I’ve got my money’s worth out of it and then some! Hoping to go for a sac de jour next or a Celine belt bag.
I never got the Senreve bags because I have had bags with a handle on one side and it drove me nuts. I could see right away 2 years ago how they would carry.....tilted! I need to get an aspinal of London bag though. I keep pushing it on my wish list. But it’s a classic design.
I recently purchased a Senreve Maestro on the resale market because of your recommendation. I purchased it to use as my work bag.... which I was using an LV Neverfull MM previously. I have not had a chance to use it as my "work bag" yet, but I did use it for a quick 4 day getaway, and loved that I was able to carry as a backpack. It does have a "lean" when using the top handle, but not in an overly annoying way. I personally feel the Senreve brand is still under the radar, at least here where I live in the US... I received several compliments on the bag, but no one knew the brand.
Always love these videos! I find that most people (who aren’t really into luxury or obsessively watch luxury content on RUclips like I do, lol) will recognize LV, Gucci, Prada and YSL or rather will know how much they cost. Surprisingly, my chanel classic flap is not recognized - and those who do recognize have no idea or do not even have any clue that the bags are nearing 10k!!!
Funny, I was treating one of my patients yesterday and I was wearing Gucci loafers. She complimented them and had asked me which mall I got them from. She was expecting me to give her the secret shop where I could get knock offs. I didn’t know whether to lie and say yes they are fake or tell her they are actually $1000 from the Gucci store. 🤷♀️
I have that same thing with the ace sneakers. I’m a sucker for Lux clothing. So I always have people asking were I got my top (Sandro Paris) bottoms (7 for all mankind). For example, since I’m in my early 20s people my age who work in a department store ask. I don’t answer their question because I average spend above $200 on any piece of clothing. I don’t want them to be like wow that girl is stupid to spend that much on a plain tshirt. But hey I’m in that financial position where I don’t have to think twice about the price.
Great video Sophie! I agree about no screaming logos for professional moments unless you work in fashion. When I worked for Chanel & YSL of course I went all out lol! A very affordable, well made line without hardly any logos, that make beautiful professional bags is Rebecca Minkoff. I've been buying her bags for years for work and play and I've loved them all. They hold up amazingly well! I just bought a Senreve bag finally on their big sale! I wanted to wait a while to see how people felt they held up. I love mine!!! ;)))
I work in the legal field and usually bring my YSL's Sac de Jour in grey when I have to go to important meetings. It makes me feel confident and look well put together. One day, I left the bag on my desk and my supervisor came up to me to discuss work. In the middle of our conversation, he didn't finish his sentence as he saw the bag. He, who is not into women's fashion, couldn't resist its elegance and unconsciously approached the bag to look closer and touch it.
Sophie, your videos brighten my day! Thank you so much for creating this lovely corner of the internet xx
Celine is no. 1. ; simple, elegant and classy. I have in dark green and love it.
I use my Saint Laurent shopper tote as my work bag and love it. Fits a small laptop , files and everything else for the day. I tried cheaper more high street brands like Oroton here in Australia and they're just not the same
For me, it’s always about quality over quantity. But also, luxury isn’t as expensive as the sticker-price.
I got my Lexus (2016 crossover) as a second-hand with 35k mileage while in uni for 40k (with help from parents), but more importantly, this is about the price of a average sedan. It drives/has been driving just as well as the new ones.
Clothing wise, I have been buying “luxury” for years, because good quality jackets keep for years and years and years, and Ive long since gotten my money back in terms of cost-per-wear... and again, it’s not exactly sticker price. I got my Chelsea Burberry trench on sale for half price, Canada goose for 15% off, etc. My first luxury bag was a mansur Gavriel leather backpack in Freshman year, And I’ve used it for 6 years straight (and get more compliments now than when it was new because of the patina that’s developed). And so on. Though they do have a greater up-front cost, in the long run, luxury may actually save you more money than fast fashion.
(You can always get luxury second-handed. Even dirt cheap at consignment and donation stores if you’re willing to invest your time into scrounging and take it to a tailor/cobbler/cleaner after).
I’m more into the subtle logos now anyway!! But as I work in healthcare I don’t have a conventional office job so none of my bags need to carry laptops or paperwork etc. All my bags are actual handbags and for are about town so I tend to choose silhouettes which are interesting or will accent my outfit in a cool way (something you look for when you wear the same medical ppe outfit everyday lol).
I really want a sac du jour but the mini as again, it only needs to hold phone, pocket diary and wallet/keys
Love your honesty and sense of style Sophie. I totally agree with the Celine Box Bag! It comes in the classic (also known as medium), small and teen (equivalent to a mini I believe). The quality is amazing although my older type of leather (box, like with Hermes box leather which is smooth) is more prone to scratches but not the liege leather (newer kind) which is grained and doesn’t scratch easily. Cèline customer service is fab too!!! When I complained about adjusting my strap, tgey sent in my older style bag to Italy to have it conditioned and have the strap replaced with the newer style strap at their own cost. This is unlike any experience I’ve had with the halo brands.
Sophie I love your videos. Another work bag I love is YSL Manhattan ❤️
Love this video! I have the sac de jour, it's beautiful but I don't use it as much as I thought I would because it's heavy! It's 1.5kg empty, then add a tablet, wallet, phone etc. and it gets pretty hefty. It's gorgeous though and amazing quality, so I'm keeping it. But the weight of the bag is something to keep in mind.
Great updated video! Loved the discreet options. Designer fashion is something we come to appreciate and love, and a big logo doesn’t necessarily take that to the next level.
I was looking at a sac du jour for work but ended up getting the givenchy antigona instead. It does tend to stand out because of its size and the smooth leather but I love it.
I think the Givenchy Antigona bag and the LV Neverfull are great work/college bags.
What a great dress! Sophie, could you do an update video on this? Especially lately I have heard that Mulberry and Aspinal have had a downturn in quality, shipping and customer service.
As a side note as I have the maestra and the sleeve myself. The sleeve with 36cm does not fit in to the bottom section of the bag, which is 31cm. By putting in larger thing the structure is impaired.
Strathberry is also a company that makes high quality, discrete bags. I hope to buy one, someday. Their pieces are beautiful.
When I used vintage LV porte documents in monogram for work, I've noticed strange looks. Nobody noticed when I was wearing black birkin 35. So funny. Book tote in black leather works great for me and just got a GG dome tote in light brown and it's great too. And I'm a guy. You're absolutely right. Loud logos are a no go. But simple, decent bag is no big deal, even if it's designer.
Love Jennifer’s feed! Thank you Sophie for sharing. ❤️
A bag I bought from Ross and a wallet from Target have lasted me about 6 years, I got compliments on my wallet which I don't know why because it's a really simple wallet, but I really want a designer bag. Chanel is so classy
I've had my Ralph Lauren Abby tote for nearly 3 years now. Its perfect to take my lunch, documents and a book to and from work. It may not be a high end bag but it's the most used handbag I have. :)
Knomo London make great work bags. I find them to be minimalist chic and of really good quality. They also have a big range including laptop briefcases, back packs, satchels and even small crossbody bags that come in leather & nylon. And best of all they are reasonably priced for the quality.
I love YSL as well and they are priced very well in comparison to other luxury designers. I had the YSL SDJ in the large size and it fit ALOT the only downside was it didn’t have shoulder strap and the bag itself had suede lining so alone it had weight to it . I would advise to get one with the shoulder strap option!.
Mont Blanc, the pen makers, also make discreet "work" bags and your Sen Rev bag is a classic.
I am still very happy using my Senreve after your recommendation Sophie! My job is volunteering full time at a cancer center here in Manhattan so obviously luxury bags are in no way appropriate ... my Senreve carries my laptop and iPad and since I’m a walker for commuting I find that it works as a backpack ... I don’t quite understand the ‘tilt’ comments ... mine sits fine against my back.
Mulberry (e.g. Seaton). No loud logos, very put together and work appropriate.
I use the Tory Burch, Perry, Triple Compartment Tote for work in a number of colours. It's sufficiently smart, subtle and priced reasonably. I feel neat but they don't attract envy.
I've wanted a Celine classic for several years, but keep seeing comments the strap buckle cuts into your arm and the inside flap doesn't wear well. But wow that leather is amazing... so I keep them on my Fashionphile wishlist.
For work I prefer a backpack as I have to carry notebooks; laptop, book etc often. But it is a struggle to find a good one. As the stuff I carry around is often heavy I don't want to add any extra weight... So although I love the Senreve style It just seems too much.
Any ideas what would be a good light-weight work backpack??
Right not I am rocking my Fjallraven kanken - they are really nice but they do look like a true backpack and some days I'd like to look not like a school kid 🤭
I recommend Knomo bags. They look ver professional and expensive. I always get compliments on mine. Hope that helps.
Tumi! Although they can be a little pricey
I use a coach book bag. I use it for work and school. Affordable and even more affordable on sale. What I noticed is that the outlet coach bags are in monogram but if you go to the actual coach the book bags are not monogram. They also come with the signature tag. They can handle a lot of weight and not crease!
amal a Prada backpack, they’re only $300 preloved in great shape
I was struggling with the same issue, school kid look haha. I Totally relate to it.
I bought leather Moleskine laptop bag which can also become backpack. It is so thin and elegant! And very resistant. I highly recommend
I enjoyed this video. I agree for work i dont want to have a designer brand bag that gets knocked around and damaged with heavy items and everyday wear and tear. Aspinal is a good brand, coach is good, Malafiji and Cadell leather these are affordable but good brands with genuine leather that lasts.
That necklace is stunning on you!
Love your choices/suggestions. Thanks for sharing.
The Celine classic has been on my wishlist for a while! Recently I’ve been loving the Dior 30 Montaigne as well. ❤️
The YSL city backpack is also a great understated option for backpack users!
The Dior Tote is amazing it fits everything lol
i really love all your videos, they are all so informative and always giving street-wise advice on how to be classy in a work environment. Thank you so much and keep making them!!! Yoir new fan! - Norwich girl
Love, love, loooove my Senreve Maestra bag. It can also be worn as a backpack.
I bought the Senreve Maestro this summer during Covid. They were having an incredible giveaway where I scored their bracelet pouch for free! (so, you know I just had to do it).
The unfortunate thing is that I have not used it once and have no occasion to use it right now. My job still has me working exclusively from home. I also teach part time and classes have also been shifted to online.
This gorgeous bag is still sitting in the box it came in because I haven't been able to use it. But I do know once we are able to go back to work, that bag is going to be my partner in crime while I commute on the train to work. I never would have had that bag on my radar without your suggestions. Thank you, Sophie. You're doing a great job.
Designer bags I wear to work: Givenchy Antigona, Loewe Puzzle, and a couple of Bottega Veneta top handle tote bags. With the Antigona, I turn it so the logo is hidden. I think the Puzzle is incognito most of the time. My BV bags have no logo. The only thing that makes them recognizable as BV is the intrecciato detail on them. I generally don't carry a laptop or papers for work, so my criteria for a work bag is that it fits the items I need during the day, is comfortable to carry, and looks professional.
I've actually seen a classmate if mine use her dior book tote as her uni bag and I never saw her have any issues with its performance. I did however hear other people's remarks on her bag of choice.
It’s a “book” tote, after all lmao what a stylish person that probably is!
Love the Celine classic 🖤, please get it. I would if I could afford it 😭
You should look into the brand Clio Goldbrenner. They make very high quality leather bags. Their designs are classic and practical. Especially the Clio Classic is amazing. You can buy matching wallets and laptop cases. Their prices are mostly around €400-€500.