We know you probably wrote backpacks off as fashion don'ts after middle school, but it's time to reconsider the back-slung bags. A range of designers are bringing them back as alternatives to big, bulky bags, single-shoulder bags, some high tech, some fashionable and others built solely for functionality.
Now that you tote your laptop just about everywhere and have more gadgets than ever, you need to find a back-friendly way to journey from A to B, but without sacrificing style.
This super gallery has it all, from strap-on flight packs to bags that double as bike seats and even ones that massage you.
Still think you're too chic to get geek? We thought that might be the case, which is why we even included a backpack from Prada's latest collection.
Top 30 Backpacks That Are Actually Cool
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Bulletproof Backpacks
School Ain't What It Used To Be
28
Plush Yoda Backpack
27
Compact Bicycle of the Future
Everglide Recharges Your Gadgets
26
Forza Hardpack Protective Backpack
25
Luxury Backpack
Snakeskin Indigo Bag
24
Strap-On Choppers
Personal Libelula Rocket Helicopter
23
The Gucci Dog Backpack
22
Xip3
Transformable Jacket + Backpack + Pillow
21
Hooded Backpack
Eleonore de Ruuk's Hoodification
20
Vacuum Backpacks
Fuel Cell BacVac
19
Animals as Babies
Dog Backpack
18
Bike Saddle Backpacks
The Cycle Bag
17
Ergonomic Egg Bags
Flo Backpacks
16
Backpack Shelves
TidyPack Expandable Wardrobe System
15
Backpack Planes
The EXO-Wing
14
Compact Functionality
Go Anywhere Bag
13
Massaging Backpacks
Airo
12
Laptop Backpack That Hugs You
BUILT
11
BOBLBE-E Gear
10
Stylish Parachute Bag
Von Wedel & Tiedeken Bag
9
Bunny Backpacks
Can Prada Revive the 90s?
8
Inflatable Rescue Sleds
Firun Saves Lives
7
Webcam Backpacks
Porta2030 Streams On The Go
6
Boombox For Backs
Joonas Saaranen Reppo II Backpack
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Portable Fridge
Backpack Picnic Fridge
4
Bungee Cord Backpack
Lighten Your Load
3
Wearable CCTV
WCCTV 3G Covert Backpack
2
Laser Backpack Zaps Grit and Grime
Portable, Battery-Powered Dirtbusters
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Wear Your Seat
French Designer Creates Chair / Backpack / Art
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Optimized Airline Travel Bags
The Air Porter Backpack Meets Carry-On Requirements
Suitcase-Inspired Traveler Backpacks
The RIMOWA Travel Backpack is Made in Italy
Robust Recycled Hiker Backpacks
The Mystery Ranch Radix Ultralight Hiking Backpack is Tactical
Candy Bar-Inspired Backpack Designs
Sprayground Collaborates with Reese's on a Decadent Backpack
Ultra-Sophisticated Leather Travel Bags
Nicks Boots Boasts an Elegant & Versatile Nicks Travel Bag
High-Capacity Laptop Bags
The Offsite Laptop Bag has Extra Space for Chargers, Peripherals
Gamer-Focused Backpacks
Peak Design and Logitech G Launch New Backpack for Gamers
Haute Business Travel Backpacks
The lundi 36-hour Backpack is Elegant and Functional
Minimalist Urban Backpacks
The 'Soulo' Daypack Features a Magnetic Lid Closure & Ergonomic Straps
Multimodal Waterproof Backpacks
This Bag Keeps Water Out & Can Be Worn In Different Configurations
Organized Weatherproof Travel Bags
The Matador SEG45 Travel Pack Has a Waterproof Construction
Climate Conscious Summer Bags
BAGGU Launches a New Collaboration with Collina Strada
Vacuum Compression Travel Packs
The Airback Travel Deluxe Backpack Offers 50% More Storage
One-Touch Access Backpacks
Watson The Pack 3.0 Streamlines Access When Commuting or Traveling
Professional Tech Organization Briefcases
The 'xBriefcase' Has a Total of 19 Smart Pockets
Eight-in-One Travel Packs
The Hypath Transformer Adventure Backpack Transitions With Ease
Adventurous Rolling Travel Luggage
The Topo Designs Global Travel Bag is Right at Home on the Road
Smartphone Photographer Sling Bags
The Shiftcam Workflow Sling Addresses Mobile User Needs
Expandable Travel Backpack Accessories
The Tropicfeel Shelter Ecosystem Goes from 30 to 66-Liters
Chic Adventure-Ready Backpacks
The Moment Long Weekend Morro Convertible Backpack is Feature-Rich
Versatile Travel Duffle Bags
The Mission Workshop Mass Transit Duffle Bag is for Short Travels
Modular Power Station Backpacks
The Coalax Lancer 300 is Perfect for Field Photographers and More
Compact Travel Tote Bags
SYZY Boasts "The World's Most Compact Travel Tote Bag" in Six Colors
Eco-Friendly Functional Bags
The Apex Duffle Collection is Sustainable and Versatile
Luggage-Inspired Backpack Designs
The Ekster Grid Backpack Functions Like a Suitcase
Technical Comfort-Focused Apparel
The NOMATIC Outset Apparel Collection Has Four Styles
Ultra-Stylish Adventure Bags
Marnie & Michael's Perseverance Collection is Perfect for the City
Sleek Multifuntional Lifestyle Bags
two-point Introduces the BASK Bag with Various Functions
Recycled Canvas Adventure Packs
The Thule AllTrail X Hiking Backpack is Durable and Spacious
Retro Militant Backpack Designs
The Goruck M23 Waxed Canvas Backpack Has a Martexin Wax Finish
Stylish Cooler Accessories
DaCosta Verde's Tote Cooler Bag Collection is Fun and Functional
Travel-Ready Backpacks
Jansport is Debuting its First Travel Pack the 'Venture Pack System'
Stylishly Functional Weekender Bags
The Samsonite Better Than Basics Weekender is Practical
Shapeshifting Tech Sling Bags
The Carry Cubo ISHO-X5 Works with Cameras, Drones and More
Technical Life-Proof Messenger Bags
The Boundary Supply Rennan Messenger Bag is Durably Designed
Chic Tech Organization Bags
The Faire Collective Atlas Urban Messenger Keeps Devices Secure
Travel-Friendly Luggage
BÉIS Recently Introduced the Commuter Collection
Minimalist Leather Bags
The Jacket Maker’s Vintage Leather Bag Collection is Timeless
Eco-Luxe Professional Backpacks
Apex 3.0 Combines Sustainability with High-End Functionality
Sustainable Sporty Backapacks
The 66°North Backpack in Black in Sleek and Practical
Mountaineer-Inspired Urbanite Knapsacks
The hardgraft Berg Rucksack is Elegantly Crafted
Origami-Inspired Adventure Packs
The Huckberry x Peak Design X-Pac Collection Has Six Pieces
Omni-Functional Backpack Styles
The Matador SEG28 Backpack is Great for Travel or Everyday Use
Premium Gym Carrying Bags
CALPAK's New Bag Collection is Designed for Gym-Goers
Rolling Luggage Capsules
Dagne Dover's Rolling Luggage Line is Celebrated for its Chic Design
Pocket-Packed Antitheft Travel Bags
The Korin HubPack 33 Offers Ample Storage Throughout
Collaboration Camouflage Backpacks
The Brown Buffalo x Huckberry Concealpack is Limited-Edition
Frameless Featherlight Backpacks
The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Contour 35 Weighs 16.2-Ounces
Hyper-Rugged Rolling Luggage
The Cotopaxi Allpa Roller Bag Comes in Two Sizes
Avant-Garde Padded Totes
The Blvck Padded Tote Bag is Both Functional and Asthetic
Durable Bag Designs
BEARPAW Debuts a New Line of Monochromatic Nylon Bags
Stylishly Versatile Travel Backpacks
The Tracksmith Olmsted Pack is Built for Active Adventurers
Convenience-Focused Bottle Slings
Slingwell Strives to "Make a Hydration Fashion Statement"
Ultra-Compact Backpack Designs
The Nanobag Daypack Collapses to Fit in a Pocket
Crossbody Hydration Pack Designs
Flood Packs' Design Boasts Functionality &Minimalist Aesthetics
Samurai-Inspired Dynamic Backpacks
Noriki Okada Creates the Randoseru Inspired by Samurai
Streamlined Urbanite Professional Packs
The AER City Backpack is Made with 700D Cordura Material
Hybrid Travel Bags
The Taskin SWIFT Doubles as Full-Size Luggage or a Compact Carryon
Triple-Style Travel Bags
The Tefors Ultimatum Bag Works in Three Orientations
Tactical Tote-Style Backpacks
The BillyKirk No. 609 Standard Issue Backpack Tote is Versatile
Versatile Sling Bag Accessories
The 173 Vertical Sling from GRAMS28 is Effortlessly Cool
Modernized Ergonomic Sling Bags
114 Index and Sealson Create the Technical Grab Bag
Business-Ready Commuter Backpacks
These DoubleWin Backpacks are Stylish and Shockproof
Compact Chair-Accommodating Sling Bags
The Helinox Sling Bag is a Practical and Compact
Durable Minimalist Travel Bags
The Bellroy Venture Duffel 55L Offers Three Carrying Modes
Puffer Jacket Laptop Bags
The Puffer Bag from the Nik Bentel Studio is Satchel-Style
Accessibility-Focused Sport Bags
Nike’s EasyOn Backpack Offers Dexterity for All Athletes
Packable Lightweight Travel Bags
The Matador ReFraction Packable Travel Bags Come in Three Styles
Ultra-Lightweight Foldable Waterproof Backpacks
Forclaz Boasts a Compact Backpack Via Decathlon
Elevated Lifestyle Shoulder Bags
The UNIQLO C Line Showcases a New Bag Update for FW24
Anime-Inspired Celeb-Backed Backpack Designs
The Sprayground x Soulja Boy Collab is Playful
Everyday Opulence Backpacks
The GRAMS28 151 Stealth Backpack is Made with Full-Grain Leather
Nomadic Luxe Canvas Backpacks
Bottega Veneta Presents the Andiamo Backpack for SS24
Retro-Style Climber Backpacks
The Epperson Mountaineering Large Climb Pack is American-Made
A-Frame Commuter Backpacks
Able Carry Daily Plus Backpack Has 21-Liters of Storage Space
Modular Three-in-One Duffle Bags
The 'SwitchUP' Convertible Duffle Bag Has a Magnetic Design
Hands-Free Phone Bags
Nike's Phone Crossbody Bag Has a Tech Touch Window
Compression Travel-Ready Backpacks
The 'AuraOne' Backpack Has 12 Pockets for Storing Essentials
Golden Ratio-Inspired Luggage
The Db Journey Hugger Collection Was Developed Over 10 Years
Sugarcane Fabric Backpacks
PLEZi Partners with Kheris Rogers to Present the PLEZi Sugar Pack
Ultra-Compact Packable Backpacks
TipTop Things LTD Brings Back the Nanobag with Elevated Designs
Customizable Expansion Traveler Packs
The Nectrum WINGPACK Targets Commuters and Travelers Alike
Reliable Tennis Backpacks
ADV Tennis Launched the Jetpack Collection on Kickstarter
Premium European Leather Bags
Troubadour Recently Debuted the Generation Leather Collection
Ultra-Sleek Duffle Designs
The Samsonite Elevation™ Plus Duffel is Stylish and Practical
Minimalist Active Lifestyle Luggage
These Graphene-X Luggage Styles are Optimized for Travel
Multiple Purpose Versatile Bags
Faire Collective Unveils the Atlas Urban Messenger Bag
Recycled Avid Traveler Backpacks
The Ekster Grid Duffel Backpack Has a 43-Liter Capacity
Designer Diabetes Bags
KYT's Bags Empower Diabetics to Treat Themselves in a Stylish Way
Yoga-Friendly Tote Bags
The Built For Athletes Tote Bag Has a 20-Liter Capacity
Luggage-Honoring Fashion Collections
The Louis Vuitton 'Flight Mode' Collection is Travel-Ready
Multifunctional Camper Backpacks
BOLOTOR Bolo Packs Work as a Hammock, Storage Solution and More
Back-Borne Bike Harnesses
This Harness Helps You Carry Your Bike Over Troublesome Terrain
Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows
Sprayground Debuts Its New Capsule — At The Edge of Time
Celebrity-Approved Luggage Lines
The Samsonite x Sarah Jessica Parker Collab is Chic & Practical
Classic Leather Travel Bags
Samsonite Introduces the Classic Leather Weekender
Retro 3D-Printed Bags
Coperni's CD-PLAYER Swipe Bag Resembles a Portable Music Player
Functional Accessible Leather Bags
HOBO Offers Stylish Leather in Belt Bag, Tote, and Sling Bags
Workstation-Equipped Laptop Bags
The 'Workpod' Mobile Office Briefcase is Durably Designed
Upcycled Carrying Bags
Targus Unveiled its 'Coastline EcoSmart' Collection at CES 2024
Adaptive School Backpacks
adidas Launched an Adaptive Backpack with the GAMUT Seal of Approval
Iconic Villain Backpacks
Sprayground Debuts 'Scarface' Collaboration with Limited Edition Backpack
Industrial Sci-Fi Backpacks
The SPRAYGROUND x Dune Collection Has an Otherworldly Design
Film-Inspired Backpack Desigs
Sprayground Announced a Collaboration with Iconic Film Scarface
Remixed Americana Bag Designs
The BEAMS x L.L. Bean Bags Updates Two Classic Silhouettes
Celebrity-Coveted Travel Bags
Sprayground Introduces Functional Bag Options for the Holidays
Luxury Handheld Camera Bags
KidSuper Designs This Louis Vuitton-Branded Camera Bag
Chic Convertible Bag Designs
The Flai Switch-A 7 Days Work Bag & 48-Hour Travel Pack is Convenient
Ultra-Modern Multifunctional Luggages
The Luggical is a Solution which Streamlines Travel
Customizable Crossbody Bags
The Killspencer Utility Belt Bag 2.0 Comes in Many Material Options
Artistically Adorned Backpacks
JanSport Partners with Artlifting to Introduce a New Collection
Portable Gaming Carrying Solutions
ASUS Launches the ROG Ranger Gaming Backpack 16
Protective Photography Packs
The Db Ramverk Pro Backpack Comes in Three Size Options
Dynamic Inclusion-Focused Backpacks
Nike's Elite EasyOn Backpack Features a Seamless Magnetic Flap
Carbon Neutral Sustainable Backpacks
GROUNDTRUTH Launches the 38L Hybrid Duffle Pack
Functional Vintage-Inspired Bag Collections
JanSport Presents the 'Retro Series'
Stiletto Shoulder Bags
Syro's Stiletto Bag Makes a Meaningful Style Statement
Chrome Bottle-Attached Luxe Bags
Louis Vuitton Unveils the New Biker Messenger Bag
Multifunctional Diaper Bags
The KeaBabies Diaper Backpack is Stylish and Affordable
Full-Grain Leather Backpacks
Nothing's Distinct RŌMFRĒ EDC Backpack has a Modern Design
Portable Pet Shelter Backpacks
The Travel Habitat Carrier is Designed with Multiple Functions
Rugged Outdoor Camera Backpacks
NYA-EVO is Back with its Fjord 50-C Backpack Designed for Cameras
Nostalgic Retro-Style Luxe Bags
Burberry Unveils the New Rocking Horse Bag with Various Hues
Sleek Luggage Capsules
Tumi's Fall 2024 Line Boasts New Voyageur Leather & 19 Degree Frame Designs
Oversized Field Photography Backpacks
The Endurax XL Camera Backpack Holds Two Cameras and More
All-Black Travel Accessories
Goldwin Unveils a New Travel Equipment Line for Outdoor Exploration
Chic Water Bottle Bags
WanderFull is a Stylish Hydro-Bag for the Consumer on the Go
Tire-Carrying Backpack Designs
Fernando A. Robert Designs the Bike Backpack to Hold Large Items
Protective Armored Backpack Accessories
The Byrna Ballistipac Offers Body Armor Protection
Intentionally Rustic Luggage Pieces
The Taylor Stitch Weekender Duffle Bag Has a Rich Color
Sustainable Safety Backpacks
Ucon Acrobatics Released the New Phantom Series
Intentionally Rustic Commuter Backpacks
The Waterfield Designs Vitesse Backpack is Water-Resistant
Utilitarian Student-Friendly Bags
Vismiintrend Offers a range of School Bags for Students
Technical Modular Tote Bags
Natacha Seroussi of Laflore Paris Designs the Doquintin
Modern Adventure-Ready Duffles
Mission Workshop Debuts the Mass Transit Weekender Duffle
Convertible Camera Carrying Solutions
WANDRD Launches a New Photography Travel Bag Line
Spacious Modular Multifunctional Bags
Harpz Designs the Dynamic Modular SwitchUP Bag
Contemporary Multifunctional Duffel Bags
The FTL is the All-In-One Bag for Multiple Purposes
Youthful Backpack Collections
Travel Blue is Unveiling a New Backpack Line Marketed Toward Gen Z
Material-Updated Technical Bags
PORTER Presents an 'All-New Tanker' Bag for the Year