It’s time for another roundup of my favorite man bags, the ones that have recently inspired me. Not only to do some shopping for the men in my life, but to get in touch with my tomboy side. Minimal and functional, sensible and stylish: they’re all about simplicity. Thanks to nothing superfluous, the no-nonsense details of these bags point out exactly what details are really needed, whether it’s a camo print or a touch of buckled hardware. The best part of buying man bags for your man? You can borrow them yourself!
1. Paul Smith Leather-Trimmed Striped Canvas Holdall: Count on stripes to energize any look, and Paul Smith’s offbeat and orange-splashed lines are particularly fun, especially for weekend getaways. On MR PORTER for $695.
2. J. Crew Abingdon Messenger Bag: This is the bag for the outdoorsy guy who still resists carrying a bag. Inspired by retro hunting gear, it begs to be distressed and beaten up with wear. At J. Crew for $88-$98.
4. Mulberry Henry Leather-Trimmed Nylon Backpack: In slick nylon with flashes of gold hardware, the most typically unisex of the bunch can take you from the gym to lunch with the greatest of ease. On MR PORTER for $780.
5. Lanvin Holdall Tote: From the discreet internal laptop compartment to the just-rugged-enough leather exterior, this briefcase-inspired carryall is the perfect workbag. On Farfetch for $1,331.
