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Which bag should I buy?

Gio-XII

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Hi! I'm relatively new in this forum and this is my second post. :)

So, I'll start university this year. Which backpack would you recommend me to use? I'm looking for an elegant, classic and timeless style, preferably made in leather (I don't know which color). Thanks for reading!

I have chosen this ones but I'm not convinced. Feel free to recommend me!
 

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Phileas Fogg

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They are relatively indistinguishable from one another. Buy whichever one you like.
 

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Don't recommend getting a backpack that can be described as "elegant."

Generally think people should avoid things that are described as elegant, sartorial, dapper, timeless, classic, #menswear, etc.

If you're in college, dress more casually and get a backpack that suits your style. Backpacks look better when they adhere to any aesthetic that's not "elegant."
 

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GoRuck...
I have a GR-1 for every day, and a GR-3 for travel. You cannot hurt them.
Throw it off the bell tower, drag it behind your bike, drop it on the floor of the off-campus pub and do a highlander dance on it. It will laugh at you.
Wait until after graduation for the leather chic backpack when you're employed.
 

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There is nothing 'timeless' or 'elegant' about a backpack. A leather backpack just looks douchey. The gorucks are a good brand, so are the Tom Bihn ones - I bought my son one for school (brain bag), 4 years later you can't see any damage. The Bhin bags have different color options but the key is having a backpack that is functional, comfortable and high quality materials/work so it will survive your entire time at University.
 

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