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5 Stylish Backpacks for All Your Carrying Needs

Hey guys, backpacks aren’t just for school anymore. They are the new accessory to have. No more slumping to the side like you would with a shoulder bag. Plus, you’ll have your hands free and you can use them for a weekend away, a day at the ballpark, for your everyday workbag — or like NBA players Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant — at a post-game press conference. Below (Pictured above, clockwise, L-R) are The Manual’s backpack picks.

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Sleek and handy, this backpack is just right for the stylish urban guy on the go.

$84 at urbanoutfitters.com.

Herschel Pop Quiz Backpack

This backpack by heritage brand Herschel is classic and simple, and a step up from the Jansport you carried around in middle school.

$69.99 at shop.herschelsupply.com.

Bonobos Daypack

This simple navy daypack has a pop of royal blue — perfect for a day at the ballpark.

$89 at bonobos.com.

Thom Browne Multicolored Backpack

Add a little color in your life with this gingham number by none other than Thom Browne.

$399 at ssense.com.

Abingdon Backpack

This rugged knapsack is big enough to act as a travel bag for a weekend away.

$138 at jcrew.com.

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