We love the mini bag trend as much as the next person, but some days call for a bag that’s big enough to carry allll your essentials, not just a single lip gloss. The most important (yet also most inconvenient) thing to carry when you’re on the go? Your trusty laptop. Whether you’re commuting to the office, traveling, or just running errands, having a secure bag that’s big enough to hold your laptop is key—how else are you gonna pretend to work from cute coffee shops along your way?
But your laptop is precious cargo, people! And as such, it deserves a quality bag where it can stay nice and secure while still earning you style points. A regular ol’ canvas tote bag or a pocket-less handbag probably won’t offer your laptop much protection. The right laptop backpack or bag, however, will not only keep it safe, but it’ll also be designed for peak ~optimization~. From compartments galore to built-in USB chargers, a laptop bag will forever change how you get work done on the go. And to make your life easier, we’ve found the best of the best.
Our top picks for the best laptop bags in 2023:
Whether you’re searching for a backpack with lots of pockets to keep you organized or a fashion-forward work bag that won’t clash with your #OOTD, there’s an option perfect for you and your laptop. Keep scrolling to shop all our favorite laptop-friendly bags below.
this budget-friendly tote
Baggu Horizontal Duck Bag Canvas Tote
this durable backpack
Dagne Dover Dakota Neoprene Backpack
this minimalistic leather tote
Everlane The Gallery Tote
this water-resistant backpack
Rains Backpack
this tote that’s also great for food
Modern Picnic Women’s The Grained Vegan Leather Tote
this convertible tote bag
Neil J. Rodgers Obi Tote & Clutch
this large backpack
ASOS Canvas Backpack
this affordable designer one
Marc Jacobs The Tote Bag
this designer tote
Off-White Day Off Monogram Canvas Tote
this affordable backpack
Modoker Vintage Laptop Backpack
This IG famous one
Telfar Large Shopping Bag
this faux leather option
Calpak Kaya Laptop Backpack
this nylon backpack
Caraa Cirrus
this travel-friendly backpack
Everlane The ReNew Transit Backpack
this convertible backpack
Béis The Hanging Backpack
What should I look for in a laptop bag?
Built-in compartments and designated pockets ftw!!
The last word on finding a laptop bag you love: Keep an eye out for bags with built-in compartments or pockets specifically designed for your laptop and other gadgets.
If you’re the type who always has a water bottle on hand (hi, it’s me), a separate water bottle pocket is also essential—especially if you don’t want to worry about any accidental spillage. And in order to carry everything stylishly and comfortably, adjustable and/or removable straps are always key.
Here’s how we chose these stylish laptop backpacks
Cosmo‘s fashion team is constantly curating the internet to bring you the chicest, trendiest options like it’s our job (because it is, heh).
We have pretty high standards when it comes to clothing and accessory recommendations. Each of our shopping articles adheres to the 15 Percent Pledge and includes pieces for all sizes. And you better believe we read those product reviews (and test many of the brands IRL) so you don’t have to. You’re welcome!
Siena Gagliano Contributing Editor Siena Gagliano is a contributing editor at Cosmopolitan, where she primarily covers beauty in the makeup, skin, and hair spaces.
Mekita Rivas Mekita Rivas is a freelance journalist based in Washington, D.C.
Alexis Bennett Alexis Bennett is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan.
