5 of the best briefcases
From leather to nylon
1. Kattee Leather Shoulder Briefcase ($116)
Here's a bag that "will never go out of style." Structured but supple, it's made of full-grain leather that will burnish over time, and the padded interior sleeves and pockets are perfect for phones, papers, and laptops or tablets. Buy it at Amazon.
2. Filson Dryden Briefcase ($175)
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"Filson makes bags that can take a beating," writes Jonathan Evans at Esquire. The Seattle-based brand's handsome Dryden briefcase is made of water-and abrasion-resistant Cordura nylon that's much lighter than the typical twill. Even so, it's "tough as nails." Buy it at Amazon.
3. Alpine Swiss Briefcase ($80)
Looking for a classic attaché? This one is wrapped in soft, jet-black leather and "comes with every compartment you could ever want in your briefcase," writes Jordan Carter at GearHungry. It has dual combination locks and is backed by a one-year warranty. Buy it at Amazon.
4. Stuart & Lau Cary Briefcase ($335)
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This capacious, waterproof carryall "can be used with almost any outfit — from a full suit to jeans and a bomber jacket," write Tim Barribeau and Daniel Varghese at The Wirecutter. The leather shoulder strap is particularly comfortable, and you can tuck a wet umbrella beneath the straps on the sides. Buy it at Stuart & Lau.
5. Bellroy Laptop Brief ($89)
Minimalists will appreciate Bellroy's casual, understated laptop bag, which comes in three colors and can be carried by hand or slung over a shoulder. It's loaded with pockets and has a sleeve that can slide over the handle of a rolling suitcase. Buy it at Amazon.
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