Men's Backpacks

Choose a bag with a padded compartment advertised for 15.6 inches, such as the Samsonite Biz2Go. A bag designed for 15 inches might be too tight. Also check the thickness of your laptop and opt for a suspended compartment that does not touch the bottom of the bag.

A 28 to 36-liter backpack remains within the carry-on dimensions of most airlines, with the carry-on baggage option. For the free-only baggage allowance, the dimensions are smaller: with Ryanair, 40 x 30 x 20 cm, which is a bag of about twenty liters.

Yes, if you choose an understated model in black leather or nylon, without a flashy logo. Business backpacks from Samsonite or Tumi adopt the style of a briefcase while offering a more comfortable format for commuting. Keep a sportier model for the weekend.

The top of the bag should reach your shoulder blades and the bottom should not go below your waist. Tighten the shoulder straps so the bag is flush against your back, then adjust the chest strap if the bag has one. A sagging bag pulls on the shoulders and strains the back.

Empty it and shake it out, then clean it by hand using a sponge, warm water, and mild soap. Rinse and leave to air dry, open, away from any heat source. Avoid the washing machine, which can damage the back padding and the lining.