Need a new backpack, any ideas?

[MermaidMaggie]

Hi All,

I'm looking for a new backpack. I don't carry a handbag as I get annoyed with keeping them on my shoulder, so a backpack has been a good alternative. Unfortunately my current one is falling apart.

Needs to be not too big, think handbag size. Able to be business but also casual.

Any inspirational ideas or recommendations?

Placemarking as I need exactly the same thing!

Have a look at:
Doughnut
Roka
Mia Tui
Aer

I carry an Osprey Daylite, not very 'professional' though.

Depends on budget really.
If it's unlimited, Harber London, they make some that may fit the bill.

I like Kipling mini backpacks, east pak and Passenger clothing ones

I have this one:

https://www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-anyday-sia-large-backpack/p109175719

It's great, just bought a second one as I've had it for about five years and used it daily, and put too much in it, so the top zip went. It's got a space for your phone and glasses at the top, a wallet in the middle and it's very spacious.

I have a lovely printed 'leather' one from Fiorelli (via TKMaxx). It is about 12" square with fairly narrow straps, black with japanese-ish floral print. Smart, practical in size, bargain and waterproof

DH just brought me this for work and I love it.

https://www.tribalsociety.co.uk/collections/bags/products/leather-nylon-rucksack

I love Herschel backpacks because they are very well made from really good strong waterproof material and very comfortable to wear

I've had mine for years now and it's still going strong.

It was a collab so I love the original design of mine