Streetwear Week: Backpack

When on the street a few items are an absolute essential: Cap, trainers and the one which I am talking about tonight, backpacks. When making small trips, most people need a few things when on the move, possibly a change of clothes for an overnight stay somewhere or to carry bulky sound equipment like MIDI controllers, large headphones and possibly an iPad  (I apologise for being an Apple fanboy but that is besides the point.) Also for sheer convenience nothing can beat the ease of having your own backpack for food and drink.

I personally think that backpacks are really important for day-to-day living, especially as a student. Carrying laptops and notes can be extremely difficult if done by hand so having a backpack just takes the edge off. One thing I refuse to say are the backpacks you should all be wearing is an Eastpak or a Jansport because I'm sure you are all well aware of these bags and are don't particularly feel as if these particular rucksacks are anything to scream about. I have previously wrote about Fjällräven rucksacks which I think due to their variety of colours and well structured design are the much more savvy option, also Herschel bags seem to be popular due to their distinctive look and good reputation for accessories.

Marni Leather-trimmed Plaid Flannel Backpack, £720

Marni have launched two very interesting and fashionable backpacks which are available in a full leather version as well as leather-trimmed flannel version. The flannel version is extremely easy on the eye and is much larger than the ordinary backpacks making it both more attractive and more convenient for the wearer. Marni have a very strong reputation as a clothing label and had a great rise in popularity due to their range for H&M. The bag is an essential and although the price may not be seen as particularly street friendly you will certainly stand out from your Eastpak wearing chums.

A more wallet friendly option is Sandqvist, with a wide selection of rucksacks they put your current high street bags to shame. Extremely complex in their appearance the wearer gains an immediate respect as someone who is prepared for anything. My favourite Sandqvist from their current range (as I couldn't possibly choose my favourite in general) is the Lars-Goran hiking backpack in mulit-colour (pictured right) due to its interesting colour choices and how fun the bag looks. The backpack almost brings a smile to my face just looking at it as it looks so joyful in appearance and I'm sure that the wearer would have pretty exciting contents within it.

Sandqvist Lars-Goran Hiking Backpack, £150

Marni accessories are available at:

http://www.mrporter.com/

Sandqvist is available at:

http://www.weaversdoor.com/
http://www.asos.com/