With the increasing popularity of the backpack among us millennials, the briefcase is slowly fading away. Everyone, from university students, to professionals, can be seen carrying a backpack. Of course there are some instances that you absolutely have no other option, especially if you’re a photographer or your line of work involves lugging around pounds of equipment. Unless you’re going hiking, I’d suggest you leave the backpack at home.
The briefcase is a must have for the stylish man who is always on the move. I cringe whenever I see a guy in a suit carrying a backpack. It’s the 21st century, we’ve got smartphones, and computers are getting smaller (Case in point, the HP Spectre 13 I’m currently lusting over) so I don’t see why you should be carrying around a huge backpack.
The briefcase I’m carrying here is a handmade John Pearse London holdall briefcase. It’s slim and it’s currently serving as my every day carry. It looks delicate, but this baby can sure take a beating. In it fits my 13-inch laptop, charger, wireless mouse, notebook, keys, card holders, power bank, and I’ll occasionally throw in my phone as well.
One advantage to carrying a briefcase is that it helps you maintain your perfect silhouette by reducing the bulge in your pockets. It’s easily accessible, so you don’t have to worry about reaching for your phone when it’s ringing.
A good briefcase serves as an accessory, so the basic rules still apply. The leather should match your belt, shoes and watch strap, so keep that in mind while choosing a briefcase.
For this look, I wore a navy blazer, gray jeans, a print shirt, a brown woven belt, and brown double monkstraps by Tomaz Shoes. This look is especially perfect for people in the creative industry who want to ditch their t-shirt and sneakers for a more classy look.
Blazer – Topman /Ā Shoes – Tomaz / Shirt & Jeans – H.S Collections / Belt – The Gentleman’s Shop / Briefcase – John Pearse London
Photography: Complement Pictures
Think you’ll consider ditching your backpack? Let me know in the comment section below.
30 Comments
šš
May 30, 2016 at 11:30 amAsante sana Muga š
May 30, 2016 at 11:42 amYo dude! Take us slow. That briefcase is cool. I’d carry it any day. I’m also for backpacks to go. They normally ruin an otherwise well-thought out look-
http://www.fitndiscover.com
May 30, 2016 at 11:37 amThank you Winnie.. They gotta go! Starting with the denim embroidered ones! Lets take the revolution to the streets hahaha!
May 30, 2016 at 11:39 amlol, don’t even mention those denim ones.
May 30, 2016 at 11:54 amClaps. I love the look.
May 30, 2016 at 11:40 amhttp://www.proudlyelled.com
Gracias Elle! š
May 30, 2016 at 11:42 amYes, Yes and Yes!You look good!
http://www.lindasworldofstyle.com
May 30, 2016 at 11:46 amMuch appreciated Linda!!
May 30, 2016 at 11:47 amBest kenyan male blogger av come across.Keep it up bruh!
May 30, 2016 at 12:08 pmThank you for the kind words brother!!
May 30, 2016 at 12:17 pmI would definitely ditch my back pack if I were a man carrying one, especially now that I just saw this briefcase. This is a total win Kagz! šššš
May 30, 2016 at 12:24 pmlove this look..you so on point!the briefcase is damn fiine
May 30, 2016 at 2:00 pmThat’s a nice one for guys like me who don’t like bagpacks
May 30, 2016 at 3:58 pmI love the briefcase and your preppy look with the grey denim.
May 30, 2016 at 9:12 pmI might not be in a rush to ditch my backpacks, but I definitely will put into consideration getting myself a briefcase or two.
http://www.soyoulikefashion.com
Dapper. Love the look my lord…you guys are really giving a heck of challenge. Need to style up.
May 30, 2016 at 9:20 pmThis is my first time on your blog…you have a really nice smile.
May 30, 2016 at 10:19 pmsharp and sophisticated.. and yes lets ditch the backpack
May 31, 2016 at 12:16 pmhttp://www.bramabene.com
This right here is what gents need. Ditch the backpack for sure
May 31, 2016 at 5:36 pmAlways a fan.. Your style is refreshing
June 2, 2016 at 8:58 pmThis is so amaizing. nice post Kagiri
June 6, 2016 at 4:26 pmThis is so amazing! I tempted to try this out although my conservative self is a bit reluctant to do so. I however doubt if public opinion is likely to be swayed to my disadvantage because I am personally convinced that this indeed looks masculine.
June 8, 2016 at 2:06 pmBoy! That look is exceptionally beautiful. Love everything about this look. Thank You Kagz for representing.
June 8, 2016 at 9:04 pmhttps://Suitup55.wordpress.com/
Classy briefcase, classy dressing. I like.
June 9, 2016 at 1:01 pmI agree š Currently on a serious search for a good briefcase or a good messenger bag… Still on the look out
June 14, 2016 at 1:18 pmI like your clad. Awesome.
June 17, 2016 at 11:16 amThis so classy.i”d like to copy anythng u put on
July 20, 2016 at 2:05 pmCool.Where did you buy the coat and the accessories on it?
August 31, 2016 at 5:13 pmthe whole look is great!! I love it….
September 13, 2016 at 3:55 pmYou do it well sir!
September 15, 2016 at 12:58 pm