Women's backpacks: city, work, travel and mini bags

The women's backpack in the department suits all days: The North Face Borealis, Jester and Recon for work and studies, mini backpack Hindbag Eliot made from organic cotton, Sandqvist bags with clean lines, Lipault lightweight and Elliker in recycled polyester. To carry your laptop, notebook and water bottle without a second thought.

The backpack, from school to the office

Long reserved for students and hikers, the backpack has made its mark in the office and the city. It distributes weight across both shoulders, frees up hands, and protects the back better than a bag carried on one side.

The range offers technical models, city bags, and mini backpacks.

The North Face, the great classics

The North Face holds a large share of the range. The Borealis, one of its most well-known models, comes in women's, Classic, and Trail versions. The Jester and the Recon, at 30 litres, are suitable for classes and work, with several compartments.

The Hot Shot, the Surge, and the Base Camp Voyager, in rolltop versions, complete the offer.

The rolltop

A rolltop bag closes by rolling the top down on itself, secured by a buckle. It adjusts its volume to its contents and protects better from rain than a zipper.

Hindbag, the mini backpack

The French brand Hindbag, which has its bags made from organic cotton by a fair workshop in India, offers the Eliot, a mini backpack. Just big enough for a wallet, phone, and a small bottle, it replaces the handbag on weekends.

Sandqvist, Scandinavian design

The Stockholm brand Sandqvist designs backpacks with clean lines, suitable for transitioning from the office to the weekend. Their simplicity fits both a long coat and a rain jacket.

Lipault and Elliker

Lipault, a Parisian luggage brand, offers lightweight and foldable backpacks, handy for travel. Elliker, a brand from Yorkshire, uses recycled polyester designed for English rain.

Choosing the right capacity

Mini backpack: the essential for an outing or a weekend.
15 to 20 litres: for a day's work, including a laptop.
25 to 30 litres: for studies, sports, and lunch.
Beyond: for a trip of a few days.

The laptop backpack

For work, check for a padded pocket for the laptop, positioned against the back. It protects the screen from bumps and distributes weight better. Measure your laptop before choosing.

The stylish backpack

A simple backpack in black, beige, or navy, without a visible logo, pairs well with a wool coat or a blazer. Models from Sandqvist or a mini backpack are suitable for office attire.

The backpack while travelling

In the cabin, a medium-sized backpack fits under the seat and keeps essential items within reach. On location, it accompanies trips without being cumbersome.

Carrying comfort

Wide and padded straps distribute weight. A breathable back prevents sweating. A chest strap stabilises the backpack when it is full. Adjust the straps so that the backpack rests high on the back, without sliding down to the lower back.

Urban security

On public transport, a zipped pocket on the back keeps the wallet and phone safe. In crowds, carry the backpack in front of you.

The mini backpack for everyday use

With a summer dress, jeans, and a denim jacket or weekend outfit, the mini backpack adds a casual touch. It frees the shoulders without the bulk of a larger model.

Colours

Black remains the most versatile. Soft shades, like beige, sage green, and lavender, bring freshness. Colourful bags from Hindbag brighten up a plain outfit.

Maintaining your backpack

Empty it regularly, shake out crumbs, and clean the fabric with a damp sponge and mild soap. Leave it to dry open in the air. A cotton backpack like those from Hindbag can, depending on the label, be washed at low temperatures.