Our Favorite Backpacks of 2017

Our Favorite Backpacks of 2017

Now that a growing number of airlines are possibly going to ban luggage with built-in chargers, it might become difficult to find a use for your smart bags. Nevertheless, we can always rely on the non-tech, fashionable backpacks that have been with us for decades. In fact, backpacks have evolved over the years and incorporate a lot of unique features you may not have seen before. We discovered quite a lot of them this year, and here are our favorite backpacks of 2017.

BBE College Leather Minimalist Backpack

Best Backpacks of 2017

With a true, all-leather design, this bag is timeless yet highly functional. The College Backpack features a top zipper for the spacious main compartment as well as a front zipper pouch.

Vasco 7-Piece Smart Packing Luggage

Our Favorite Backpacks of 2017

This system uses intuitive design to organize your bag. It’s complete with anti-theft RFID technology so you can travel safe as well as smart. Working together, the Vasco Bags make packing for any trip a breeze.

Cross Body Everyday Shoulder Bag

Our Favorite Backpacks of 2017

It’s got enough space to carry your essentials and looks effortlessly elegant at the same time. In fact, this backpack has cotton fabric on the outside which makes it look stylish in a simple way. Additionally, the cross-body design also enhances the overall style and makes the bag look even more charming.

Canvas Waterproof Backpack

Our Favorite Backpacks of 2017

The backpack is not just a spacious solution for storing your things but also a fashionable one. In fact, it also comes with enough slots to keep all of your work accessories in place. This includes your MacBook as well as chargers, your iPad, or even your notebook.

The Elegant Urban Cycling Commuter Backpack

Our Favorite Backpacks of 2017

The Ducks in a Row backpack is the first solution for an everyday bag that not only looks great but protects your laptop. It makes your life easier by connecting to your handlebars and leaving your shoulders free.

Fusion Outline Faceted Backpack

Our Favorite Backpacks of 2017

This bag ticks all the boxes for both form and function. The Outline Backpack comes complete with a sleek, faceted exterior. This face panel is lightweight yet offers additional protection for your gear.

NOMATIC Backpack and Travel Pack

Best Backpacks of 2017

With smart storage solutions and a huge list of features, these bags are great for everyday use or any trip away from home. In fact, the NOMATIC backpack is great for any adventure, with internal pockets for your clothes and gadgets.

Hard Graft Classic Backpack

Best Backpacks of 2017

This bag takes your daily look up a notch by combining efficient functionality with timeless beauty. The entire exterior of the Classic Backpack features stunning vegetable tanned leather.

Supply Convertible Laptop Briefcase

Best Backpacks of 2017

Offering impeccable storage for everything you need, this briefcase doubles as a backpack. With two comfortable straps on the back, the bag can effortlessly swing into backpack form for easier travel.

Waterproof Everyday Laptop Backpack

Best Backpacks of 2017

The backpack features a functional design which has a lot of space for storing your daily office essentials. This includes your laptop as well as your daily accessories such as a notepad, books, tablet, chargers, and even your phone.

Want to discover more backpacks? Check our entire category here.

Madhurima Nag is the Head of Content at Gadget Flow. She side-hustles as a parenting and STEM influencer and loves to voice her opinion on product marketing, innovation and gadgets (of course!) in general.
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