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If you find that throwing a messenger bag over one shoulder just feels a bit unbalanced, then consider the Duluth Flap Top Backpack (available at Barneys for $235).  Made of an olive cotton canvas cut in a simple rectangular design, the Duluth Flap Top comes with fully adjustable leather flap and shoulder straps as well as polished nickel hardware.  And though it may look like the ideal rucksack for a leisurely hike through the woods, the editors at DS find it a much more appropriate means of carrying your stuff through the iron and concrete wilds of whatever urban center you happen to live, work and explore on a daily basis.

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From what we’ve observed, when it comes to packing a bag for even something as quick as a weekend getaway, (some) women believe they need shoes for just about every possible scenario (with a bag dedicated towards that end alone not being uncommon).  It’s a good thing that (most) men have a knack for packing light and for those of us that appreciate being a little more agile while traveling, there’s not a more suitably designed weekend duffel than the Herschel Novel Duffel Bag (available at Herschel for $75).  A separate built-in shoe compartment keeps your footwear safely stowed away from the rest of your gear while a removable and padded shoulder strap keeps the Novel securely and comfortably resting on your shoulders.  Available in three colors (editor’s choice: white), the Novel Duffel Bag is simply but purposefully constructed with the end user’s ease of use in mind (and in our estimation, this one’s for the guys).

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It may be Wednesday, but we’re ready for Friday to roll around and our weekend travel bag of choice (for the moment) is the Billykirk Duffel Bag (available at Gargyle for $215).  Made of waxed cotton canvas, this navy duffel is a refreshing update on a classic and features a fully nylon-lined interior with a zip pocket and contrasting natural canvas handles with an exterior pocket as well.  Every detail from the stitching to the complementary aquamarine blue zipper makes the Billykirk Duffel Bag one that’s worth being seen with (and holding onto, for that matter).

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Never underestimate the value of a good duffel bag.  They’re perfect for just about anything: weekend travel, the gym, groceries.  But for all their utility, it never hurts when they’ve got just as much style to match and the Jack Spade Light Weight Canvas Circular Duffel (available at Bloomingdale’s for $175) gets it right every which way.  Made from a textured canvas with nicely constrasting A-line angled brown straps, this Jack Spade duffel features exterior and interior pockets, zip closure, and a removable shoulder strap.  It’s constructed for durability with stress points reinforced with quilt stitch panels and has some subtle, yet striking accents like a quilted bottom and orange fabric tabs.  Whether for your day to day errands or weekend travel plans, this duffel is your ideal companion (just throw your stuff in there and get on your way).

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If you’re neither a doctor, nor will ever be one, with the Prada Cervo Zip Tote (available at Bergdorf Goodman for $1,950), you can at least look like you’re carrying around the tools necessary for an emergency tracheotomy (even if you don’t have a clue where the trachea is located).  With the aesthetic of a doctor’s bag and a unique gradient brown leather, the Prada Cervo is the perfect leather zip tote in which to carry whatever your day (or night) requires to get through it in one piece.

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Meaning Arctic Fox in Swedish, Fjällräven was founded on the principle of enjoying the freedom of spending time outdoors in both comfort and safety.  It’s no surprise that their backpacks are designed with durability and comfort in mind, and in proper Swedish form, with a keen retro aesthetic we love.  We’re particularly fond of the Fjällräven Vintage Backpack (available at Assembly New York for $248) which is made of waxed waterproof canvas with a ripstop nylon lining and adjustable leather straps.  With two large side pockets and a top loading main compartment, the Fjällräven Vintage Backpack will serve you well whether carrying your gear while camping or your groceries on the way home from Trader Joe’s.

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The editors at DS prefer to travel light whenever possible, especially if we’re only headed out to the driving range to practice our chip shot.  And it really doesn’t get simpler or lighter than the Lexon Golf Sport Bag (available at PureModern for $44).  Made from a grey rubber polyurethane with adjustable shoulder strap and multiple compartments for all your golf paraphernalia, the Lexon Golf Sport Bag does the job with a no-frills sturdiness you can trust.

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Diesel delivers an assortment of high-end leather goods with their Black Gold line of bags, including everything from messenger satchels to weekend bags.  Materials combine distressed canvas, oiled leather and vintage hardware providing a rugged yet uniquely travel-worn look and feel.  While the bags are available at select Diesel store locations, boutiques and department stores, further information on the Black Gold product line can be found at Diesel.com.

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Summer is here and that means weekend road trips, single day excursions, and out of town travel in general.  And a commonly overlooked essential is your choice of luggage.  A smart looking duffel bag offers nearly limitless utility while complementing your style with tailored precision.  Take a look at our favorite duffel bags this season, highly versatile travel gear with an unpretentious but stylish demeanor. [Shown above—bags by Porter] [Read the full story]

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Man bags.  Murses.  The names suggest there’s something less than masculine about a man using a bag.  Unless we find ourselves reverting back to the days of parachute pants, sometimes there just isn’t enough room in one’s pockets to hold the sundry items we carry around these days. With a canvas flap front (with three pockets), leather buckles and an adjustable shoulder strap, the Rag & Bone Mod Messenger Bag (available at Barneys for $415) deftly takes care of that little bag problem with a simple efficiency and charm—all without sacrificing an ounce of machismo.

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