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Work laptop bag again. This time a Tote

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Rankellior · 09/02/2026 21:23

I’m after a new work bag primarily for travel when I need to take more than just my laptop (ie needs to fit chargers, adapters, change of shoes)
I already have a large Eastpak tote which is a tardis but doesn’t feel smart enough for corporate life.

I’m looking at a large Le Pliage but slightly worried about how unstructured they are and whether the lack of pockets means I’ll lose everything inside the bag. Also they seem to be the school bag of choice near me and I’m definitely not a teenage girl!

Other options are a Bellroy Tokyo as it looks so functional but can’t decide if it’s smart enough.

Budget ~£150. Colours - probably not black but something fairly neutral (not too light so it’s get filthy quickly) Doesn’t need to be leather as I’ve other nice bags for everyday but it does need to be sturdy enough to survive quite regular short haul travel.

Thanks!

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Rankellior · 10/02/2026 07:56

Thanks. Wins on functionality but not a fan of the quilted look. Used to have a knomo one like that and sold it (slightly regretting that now)

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SoScarletItWas · 10/02/2026 07:58

You can get organiser inserts for the Le Pliage which makes it more structured. Cheap as chips from Amazon.

No other brand suggestions because I use this!

ProudFriend · 10/02/2026 07:59

How about a ROKA Trafalgar? Has survived 2 years at least as my work bag

rokalondon.com/collections/tote-bags-handbags/products/trafalgar-deep-blue-medium

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