8 Backpacks Under $100
Searching for backpacks can be a hassle. You want your bag to fit your style. You don’t want to spend $300, but you don’t want a piece of junk that falls apart after only a year. We’ve put together a quick list of 8 Backpacks under $100, and hopefully, you’ll be able to find a bag that suits your liking.
Basic
Jansport's Right Pack ($60.00)
You’ve seen these around. Jansport’s Right Pack, with a suede leather bottom and 15-inch laptop sleeve, is a classic that pairs just as well with a sweater and tapered sweats as it does with an nice oxford shirt and chinos.
Versatile
The North Face Recon ($99.00)
The Recon’s versatility and durability is perfect for everything from day-to-day classroom use to hiking trips with friends. We recommend the “TNF BLACK” or “ASPHALT GREY” colorways to maximize versatility and to keep the bag’s clean look. The recon works well with technical fabrics and techwear pieces: windbreakers, tapered cargo pants, and anoraks are good options to achieve the techwear look.
Aesthetic
Fjallraven Kanken ($80.00)
Looking to add a pop of color to your look? Sacrifice a little carrying space for the instagram-friendly bag that lives on the back of your most fashionable friends. We recommend contrasting a pale or monochrome outfit with a bright colored bag for a crisp combination that is sure to turn heads.
Grunge
Hynes Eagle ($29.90)
The Hynes Eagle is an artsy, vintage-looking canvas backpack. If you own any grunge sweaters, distressed denim jackets, or flannels, this bag will nicely compliment your thrifted, worn-in wardrobe.
Rugged
Timbuk2 Ramble Pack ($89.00)
Timbuk2’s Ramble Pack is ruggedly built with accessible front-pockets and a fairly spacious interior. Its mix of urban and military-inspired design pairs well with workwear and military pieces like field jackets, bombers, waxed cotton jackets, and flight jackets.
Heritage
Herschel Little America ($99.99)
Herschel’s Little America Backpack is stylish and modern while still retaining a feeling of heritage and tradition. If you want a simple backpack to accompany your waxed cotton/denim jackets, jeans, and americana/heritage style, look no further.
Modern
Everlane Modern Snap ($68.00)
Everlane’s “Modern Snap”, “Modern Zip” and “Nylon Commuter” bags are clean, crisp, and modern. The minimal details and simple construction pairs with anything from tapered sweats and a hoodie to a full on suit and tie.
Convertible
Black Global Nomad ($85.00)
A backpack, a briefcase, and a messenger bag all in one. The Black Global Nomad fits a variety of everyday uses, and is perfect for travel. Pair with simple outfits: sweats or jeans, pullovers, and other comfortable casual clothing.
Words By Brian Yin