Chances are you’re probably familiar with (or have at least seen) Herschel Backpacks, since they’re pretty much everywhere right now. Herschel is a Canadian-based company on a mission to “create a timeless product with a fine regard for detail.” That mission pretty much sums up one of their most popular models, the Heritage Backpack.
The Heritage is a classic, simple design that meets all the basic functions of a good laptop backpack. That being said, if you’re looking for a more “tech” focused backpack with lots of extra bells and whistles (i.e multiple pockets, compartments, straps, etc.) the Heritage probably isn’t for you. However, what it lacks in the frills department, it makes up for as a quality, durable product that’s designed to get the job done and last you a long time. Plenty of reviews mention how spacious and comfortable it is for its size. Also worthy of noting: it looks pretty great. It’s sleek, simple, comes in a whopping 28 colors and patterns, and generally looks a lot more “adult” compared to your typically bulky, grade-school backpack.
The Heritage features one large main compartment with a 15-inch laptop sleeve, and one single front pocket with a key clip. Nothing confusing here, people. Again, just enough to get the job done. It also features an internal media pocket with a headphone port, so you can feed your headphone wires right through.
If you’re still not sold on the whole “simplistic” idea, do yourself a favor and read some reviews.
Amazon user L. Cornell writes:
“This is an excellent backpack clearly of a high production quality. It carries all of my supplies for school (a ton of books, papers, and folders, as well as some clothes) with some room to spare, without looking packed. It has ample space and functionality while still looking stylish and minimal. It doesn’t have the excess of zippers, useless compartments, or the long adjustment straps that are hallmarks of “freshman” backpacks. Overall, it remains functional without looking dorky, and it comes at a fair price. I really don’t know what else I could ask for in a backpack, and I am so glad that I bought it!”