7 laptop-friendly bags for the new semester
6.8.2026
Translation: Katherine Martin
It won’t be long before the new semester brings the summer holidays to an end. These seven bags might just help you kick the post-summer blues and get excited about going back to uni.
It’s an old trick: just as new workout clothes could motivate you to hit the gym, a new bag could get you that little bit more excited about dashing from lecture to lecture. But does this strategy really work? Hopefully one of these bags will help you pull it off.
The sporty space-saver
Although this shoulder bag has a Bugatti label, it sadly doesn’t come with a high-speed vehicle. On the bright side, it does come with cleverly conceived storage space, including a padded compartment for laptops up to 13 inches, a small zip pocket and two slip pockets on the outside. Once you’ve filled said space, you can carry your (now perfectly organised) knick-knacks using either the two short handles or the removable shoulder strap.
The roomy classic
It’s always worth investing in a pretty shopping bag. They’re great for quick grocery runs, short trips and, of course, days at uni or the office. This one from DKNY is made of «Hot Cocoa» polyurethane, has a centre zip pocket that creates two large main compartments, a magnetic closure and a reinforced bottom. Dimensions: 30 × 45 × 20 centimetres.
The versatile multi-tasker
Backpack or handbag? You decide! The Tottenham 2.0 Jake from Strellson can be both. Made of durable cotton, it includes everything from a pen holder to a padded laptop compartment (14 inches). The bright-orange, synthetic-fibre lining provides a nice contrast to the olive-green exterior, and the fastenings are made of silver-coloured metal.
The eye-catching minimalist
The Jovie Society Satchel from Guess proves that simple doesn’t have to mean boring. Skipping any bells and whistles, it’s cleanly designed and gives your outfit a bold accent with its petrol-coloured faux leather. The main compartment closes with a magnet, and the inside contains a small slip pocket and a zip pocket.
The double whammy
If a pretty aesthetic isn’t enough to win you over, maybe the Samira Shopper’s features will do the trick. The main bag comes with a small, removable crossbody bag, forming a set. Thanks to its magnetic closures, the main bag can also be folded down to a slimmer size when needed. The Samira has a reinforced bottom and, measuring 50 × 31 centimetres, it easily holds a laptop, books and A4 documents.
The boho beauty
Suede, studs and a zip with fringe detailing give this Italian-made Chiara Ferretti bag a boho vibe. With its ample space, two handy side pockets and a removable, adjustable shoulder strap, it’s a trusty companion for school, college or the office. Dimensions of the Valeria Elite: 48 × 30 × 14 centimetres.
The bold highlight
Sure, the Amazing Shoulder Bag isn’t exactly budget-friendly. But it does do its hyped-up name justice: brick-coloured leather, a removable «P» charm, two short handles, a length-adjustable strap, a zip compartment on the back and various well-thought-out compartments inside. It also fits a 14-inch laptop.
Header image: DKNY
Laura Scholz
Senior Editor
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