Backpacks and messenger bags can truly carry it all from wireless earbuds and tablets to portable chargers and an extra pair of socks — even your wallet could fit inside freeing up space in your jean pockets

The over-shoulder essential is great for weekend trips and hiking, providing comfort, support and, most of all, the ability to carry whatever you need for the day.

Plus, men’s bags make excellent gifts for any time of year or person whether he’s a student, avid traveler or that one friend who always comes prepared.

We rounded up a selection of backpacks and messenger bags to fit all of your needs. Our top selects include options from budget-friendly brands like Amazon and Target, and a variety of investment-worthy styles at Bloomingdale’s and Saks Fifth Avenue.

Take a peek at the best backpacks and bags for men we find fitting for work and travel. Oh, and browse our edit to the best work totes for more recommendations.

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As an Amazon’s Choice product, you can’t go wrong with a match-all gray and black pack that is designed for all your carrying needs. With a slot for your laptop — a must-have these days — it’s a sturdy, functional and safe option that comes in other colors, too. Plus, it has over 82,000 reviews so you know it must be a keeper.

If you’re looking for a backpack you can toss things into without worrying about it getting a bit scratched up, All In Motion’s Black Backpack is for you. It comes in a neutral color you can pair with any jacket or top and features a bottle pocket to carry your water or coffee tumbler on the go.

For a timeless messenger back you can bring to work (or anywhere, for that matter), pick up Lubardy’s Leather Messenger Bag. The supple textured leather exterior will hold up over time, too, and it comes in different tones to choose from on Amazon.

Resembling more of a portable cooler than a messenger bag is J World’s Nell. The affordable price point and goes-with-everything navy exterior make it great if you’re just looking for a simple bag to travel with.

Featuring a main compartment and front pocket this casual backpack will do the job for less than $30. It also features adjustable straps to personalize to your liking.

We can’t get over this fiery red backpack that’ll certainly have all eyes on you. It comes with a main compartment, front zip pocket and a bottle holder so you can have all the essentials with you whether you’re headed to school or spending a night somewhere.

Tumi’s Essential Backpack is an investment, but a good one at that. This gorgeous navy exterior is impressively roomy, made perfect by its modern black zippers and luxe feel. Plus, it also comes in navy if you’d like a different option for this many-pocketed traveler.

Black leather will never fade out of style and Polo Ralph Lauren’s Leather Backpack is the investment piece that you’ll be thankful you purchased later. The lined interior, adjustable shoulder straps and dedicated spaces for your tiny travel essentials are a few reasons why we think it’s worth the splurge.

It’s time to put Troubadour’s Adventure Slipstream Backpack on your radar. Though it’s quite up there in price, the handsome deep green coupled with black detailing on the straps make it worth the buy. Oh, did we mention it has Italian leather trim?

Snag this luxe messenger bag by Gucci if you’re looking to upgrade your crossbody bag from casual to chic. The leather lining really gives it a designer feel while the “GG” pattern will bring some texture that’ll make your everyday outfit feel complete — while freeing up some pant pocket space.

This messenger bag takes the timeless Burberry gingham and darkens it to create these luxurious look you can store your tablet, wallet, snacks and more inside. The front clips offer added security while the adjustable strap allows you to wear it over your shoulder or as a crossbody bag. It’s even versatile enough to wear with a pair of trousers or your favorite ripped jeans.

Frye’s Logan Messenger Bag is picture-perfect for fans of distressed leather, coming in both light and dark brown. It has an adjustable strap, an imported leather design and is quite roomy too, featuring two interior pockets and even pockets for your card and pen.

As one of Amazon’s bestsellers, Matein’s Business Briefcase is a quality, less-than-$50 option. Though it comes in a darker gray, we especially like the heather gray look to accompany the black comfortable straps and front twin buckles.

With a more generous capacity than most, Estarer’s Computer Messenger Bag can probably store all of those tech gadgets you have: headphones, chargers and other necessities. Plus, the thick strap won’t strain your shoulders when commuting to and fro.

Fossil’s Buckner Commuter taps into a high-end design without the extraordinarily priced ticket. This two-tone black with notes of brown is a fabulous neutral choice, too, especially with its impressive capacity and versatility.

Doubling as a travel carry-on is Maverick & Co.’s Vibrant Voyage Briefcase. It holds its shape well, has stunning brown handles and detailing, is waterproof and can fit your 15″ laptop just fine.

Timbuk2’s Classic Messenger Bag is a classic carry-all with a synthetic material that’s easy to wipe clean if dirt and debris find their way onto the surface. Plus, the colors to choose from are endless and, whatever shade suits your fancy, rest assured that they all come with smart straps attached to different compartments for extra security.

CoolBell’s Convertible Messenger Bag is another versatile pick, coming in a variety of neutral colors and with a lightweight design. Not to mention, its laptop compartment is clad with a telescopic belt to provide more protection to your valuables.

We’re big fans of Carhartt, especially if you’re the outdoorsy type and adore hoodies and leggings. The brand’s natural brown backpack has a main compartment to house a laptop and tablet, along with contoured shoulder straps to keep you nice and comfortable for wherever you’re bringing it.

As one of the most popular backpacks — both for its travel-friendly size and the variety of colors it comes in — Fjallraven’s Kanken Classic Backpack is one that’ll stay with you for years. With a rain flap to protect your items, it’s almost weather-proof and you can’t beat the comfort.

Meet the backpack that truly never gets old. The North Face’s Borealis Nylon Backpack is the premier option if you want to store a bunch of things but don’t want it to lug in weight on your back. Its pull-in exterior straps make everything nice and compact and for that, we salute this trusty bestseller.

We adore Herschel’s Little America Laptop Backpack for having that minimalistic flair. Not only is it slim and ideal to transport and put under your seat on the plane, train or bus, but the exaggerated brown straps also make it especially perfect for school and work.

Add a pop of color to your luggage with this convertible travel backpack. Away stepped up their game with this design as it features a lightweight and high-strength polyester material that can take the beatings that come with travel. There are multiple pockets for you to store clothes, shoes, valuables and more while the added handles mean you can carry it as a briefcase when your shoulders need a break.

This is probably the most stylish travel backpack we have ever seen. It comes with a sleek foldover design for keeping your valuables secure and protected while you’re catching your connecting flight or train. The cream-like color also adds a trendy, put-together feel (even if you are one to pack the morning of).

Whether you’re in need of a quality gym bag or one to commute with, lululemon’s New Crew Backpack is one of the most versatile options on this list. It’s made of water-repellent fabric, also comes in an all-black colorway and has dedicated spots to store your laptop and water bottle.

Under Armour wasn’t messing around when they created this backpack. It comes in a range of colors and patterns like the red above (which you definitely won’t be losing anytime soon). The exterior material is also made from a water and weather-resistant material so it won’t get soaked from your extra sweaty workout.

There’s one thing for sure about this backpack: it’s not short on storage. The exterior has three front pockets, side bottle holders and a main compartment. You can quite literally fit everything you could possibly need for the gym or workout class. It even comes with a top and side handle for easy carrying, too.

What’s most notable about this gym backpack (besides the amount of storage compartments) is the separate compartment designed to hold your shoes. Yes, that’s right you won’t have to worry about your smelly sneakers leaving a not-so-pleasant aroma on your change of clothes.

Run don’t walk to this backpack as it’s made from a durable material that will last you a lifetime and feature front straps for hooking or strapping your shoes, skateboard, water bottle and more onto it. The front pocket, main compartment and side bottle holder also means you can pack your essentials so you can keep your hands free.

Can’t decide between a duffle or backpack for the gym? Well, you can have the best of both worlds thanks to MIYCOO’s gym bag. The versatile design features backpack straps, a front handle and a clip-on strap for carrying over your shoulder. No matter how you carry it though, there is plenty of pockets and storage options for keeping your gym clothes, sneakers and more all in one place.

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