Essentials Bag // Carhartt WIP // £35
I picked this up in London just before Christmas at Carhartt's Brewer Street store. From what I can remember this particular shop only stocks menswear, but there is a larger store in Covent Garden (a 10 minute walk from Brewer Street) that has womenswear too. Last term I got into the habit of carrying everything with me in a tote bag. Now, don’t get me wrong I love a good tote bag, but I figured it was time for something a bit more compact and robust.
Though only a small bag, this one from Carhartt is worth the price. It features two main compartments, a concealed zip pocket on the front and a phone pouch. The main front section also has a small zipped pocket on the inside. So. Many. Pockets. Having two separate compartments is the best part about this bag and is a lifesaver for me. I can now keep my car keys and phone separate so I don’t have to worry about my phone getting scratched. I’ve been using the back pocket to carry all the essentials for tackling a cold: tissues, decongestant tablets, sore throat lozenges, all that good stuff. Then in the front pocket I just keep my phone and wallet. I have yet to use the pouch and smaller zipped pocket on the front of the bag, but this is now my go to accessory. The strap is easily adjustable, really comfortable and because the clips rotate fully you don’t have to worry about the bag getting twisted.
This bag is really high quality and perfect for carrying everything you need for a day out. It holds all my essentials (plus my huge phone!) and I’m so glad I bought it. It comes in two other colour ways (Camo Combat Green and Hamilton Brown) and easily finishes off any outfit.
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Lauren
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