7 briefcases fit for a gentleman
Take it from us, you’ll need to up your briefcase game if you want to secure that promotion you’ve been tirelessly working for. And investing in the right bag will grant you a lifetime of gentlemanly style and document safekeeping.
And so, gentlemen, if your current bag has seen better days and you’ve plucked up the courage to finally invest in a sophisticated briefcase, we’ve selected 7 of the very best briefcases that will give you better confidence in your stride and set you aside from the rest of the pack.
Burberry
Named for the house code of Burberry’s signature honey-coloured gabardine, the DK88 is a tribute to the fabric at the heart of Burberry’s history and is crafted in their exclusive new Trench Leather. Designed in England, the timelessly handsome satchel briefcase features a fold over front with a distinctive oversize lock and characteristic buckles. Carry it in the hand or over the shoulder using the crossbody strap. £1,795, burberry.com
Montblanc
We’re avid fans of the notion ‘go bold or go home’, and with that in mind, gentlemen, Montblanc’s Meisterstück Leather Briefcase in navy is beautifully handmade in Italy from smooth leather. What’s more, the elegantly slim silhouette and well-organised interior means your important documents and laptop stay neat and snug. The rich navy hue and polished silver hardware will set you apart in a sea of commuters, too. £655, mrporter.com
Prada
Demonstrating Prada’s sleek and sophisticated approach to luxury, this satchel-inspired briefcase is crafted from robust Saffiano leather and finished with sleek silver hardware. It unlocks to an array of internal pockets and compartments to keep your daily necessities in check, and comes with an optional shoulder strap – ideal for the morning commute. No doubt, this is the black briefcase worth the investment, gents. £2,170, mrporter.com
Alfred Dunhill
Bolster your sharpest looks with Dunhill’s Duke briefcase. Crafted in Italy from flawless vegetable-tanned leather that will achieve character with age, it has a slim profile that is made more practical with expandable gussets and plenty of internal storage. Use the lock and key fastening to keep your laptop and important documents secure. £1,650, mrporter.com
Smythson
Meticulously hand-crafted in taurillon leather, Smythson’s Eliot slim briefcase features two exterior slip pockets with magnetic closure and a full leather detachable shoulder strap. A refined, timeless design that will see you through all your business affairs for many years to come. The silver hardware and contrast, stripe design cotton interior adds intriguing detail, too. £1,295, smythson.com
Ted Baker
Featuring a double-zip compartment feature and a convenient array of side pockets and compartments, Ted Baker’s Caracal briefcase is finished in a rich brown leather that will quickly become your business wardrobe staple. The detachable fabric shoulder strap also means you could easily pair this with your smart-casual outfits, too. £265, tedbaker.com
Aspinal of London
Distinctively timeless and robust, the semi-structured contemporary design of Aspinal of London’s Fleming briefcase is handmade from the finest brown pebble textured Italian calf leather and is secured by their distinctive signature branded dual combination lock. Arguably, of all the briefcases designed, this just never seems to tire, and is no doubt the gentleman’s must-have investment. £347.50, style.com
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