Backpacks for everyday life, work and travel

A backpack that fits your life: discover handcrafted leather and canvas backpacks for everyday use, work and travel. Timeless design, thoughtful features and ready for many journeys together.

Ryan leather rolltop backpack in Havana Brown – front view with rolltop

Men

Tara leather backpack in Cognac-Brown – front view

Women

Leather

Henry backpack in Olive Green: front view.

Canvas

Business

Travel

Men

Women

Leather

Canvas

Business

Travel

Paula leather backpack in Coffee Brown – angled front view

Backpack »Paula« Coffee Brown

€169,90

Paula leather backpack in Black – angled front view

Backpack »Paula« Black

€169,90

Tara leather backpack in Vintage-Black – three-quarter view

Backpack »Tara« Vintage-Black

€159,90

Tara leather backpack in Coffee-Brown – three-quarter view

Backpack »Tara« Coffee-Brown

€159,90

Armando business backpack in chestnut brown worn by a model

Your backpack for everyday life, work and travel

Whether you are heading to work, exploring the city or setting off on a trip, a backpack keeps your hands free and carries the things you need throughout the day. What matters is how much you want to take and which features you need. For everyday use, a compact daypack with room for a water bottle, keys and personal items is often enough. These daypacks give you plenty of freedom to move. A backpack for university should also accommodate your documents and laptop.

Our men’s backpacks and women’s backpacks come in different sizes and shapes. Many models can be worn regardless of gender. Above all, a backpack should suit your build. Choose according to fit, interior layout and your personal style. A business backpack supports your workday and commute; depending on the model, a travel backpack offers space for short breaks or more luggage. You can find advice on air travel in our carry-on backpack collection.

Henry backpack in Olive Green: with a seated person in woodland.

Design and comfort for women and men

Ideally, a backpack will accompany you for many years. Our leather backpacks develop an individual patina over time. Canvas backpacks combine cotton fabric with leather details and a distinctive travel-inspired look. Colours such as brown, black, olive and beige are easy to combine. Whether you prefer an elegant look for work or a relaxed style for your free time, choose a material that feels right and suits your daily routine. Careful craftsmanship and appropriate care help your backpack last.

The fastening also affects functionality: a rolltop backpack adapts to different loads thanks to its rolled opening. A main compartment that opens wide makes it easier to see what you have packed. Compare the empty weight, access points and compartments as well. This helps you find the right backpack without relying on capacity alone.

Daypack, rolltop or backpack with a laptop compartment?

A daypack should carry as much as you need in daily life. A rolltop gives you flexibility when packing, while a backpack with a separate laptop compartment helps organise your technology and documents. When choosing backpacks online, use the filters to narrow your selection by material, colour or collection. Then compare the details: how easily can you reach your keys and phone? How much does the empty backpack weigh? Which compartments will you use? This helps you find your ideal backpack based on the features you actually need.

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Questions about your backpack

What backpack size is right for me?

Start by thinking about what you regularly carry. A daypack of around 15 litres may be enough for keys, a water bottle, a small snack and personal items. Extra clothing or larger equipment requires more space. Alongside capacity, check the external dimensions and usable interior layout. A narrow backpack may look compact but be unsuitable for a wide folder. Each product page lists the dimensions of that model.

How should a backpack fit?

For a comfortable fit, your backpack should sit close to your back and move as little as possible while you walk. Adjust both shoulder straps evenly and distribute the weight well. Adjustable straps, a back length suited to your build and well-padded contact points can improve carrying comfort. You will find details of each model’s back padding on its product page. Pack heavy items close to your body. Comfort also depends on how much you carry and how you pack it.

What should I check in a laptop compartment?

For a backpack with a laptop compartment, compare the compartment’s internal dimensions with the size of your device. The screen size in inches alone is not enough, as laptop cases vary in size. Include any additional protective sleeve in your measurements. A laptop backpack should have a practical interior layout: check that the compartment is padded and that you can remove your laptop easily. Our laptop backpacks offer suitable options; you can find the exact features on each product page.

Are the backpacks waterproof?

Our backpacks are not universally waterproof. Depending on the material and construction, the surface may be water-repellent. This helps in light rain but does not provide reliable protection during prolonged heavy rain. Check the material information for your chosen backpack and give sensitive electronics additional protection. Remove dirt gently and use only care products suitable for the material. You can find cleaning and waterproofing advice in our care guide.

Traveller with outstretched arms on a sunlit rocky plateau

Made for Good Journeys

DRAKENSBERG grew out of our shared passion for travel. We wanted to create bags made to accompany people for many years and many journeys, not just a single season.

That is why we combine timeless designs inspired by travel history with traditional craftsmanship and premium natural materials. To us, a great product is not about having the most details, but the right ones.

Timeless Design · Genuine Craftsmanship · Premium Materials

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