I need a bag for uni....

flower24

Hi,
I start uni next week and I really need to get a bag. I need something big enough to fit a lever arch file in with pad/textbooks etc, but I really want to treat myself to something nice. Any ideas?

twofishes

Accessorize have some nice big tote bags in that are waterproof, in a moustache or rabbit print.

lionheartedgirl

I start in a couple of weeks and bought this one from Oasis - I find their bags last really well. And I had a 30% off voucher emailed

http://www.oasis-stores.com/animal-leather-shopper-bag/bags/oasis/fcp-product/5330016309

It's a good size and nice quality.

I liked the suede studded one too.

sweaty_betty

If you want something practical it's probably worth having a look through the men's department of TK Maxx and similar. I've found that men's bags are generally more practical and robust than womens - they also tend to fit more in (files, laptops, etc) and usually fasten at or over the top (I love the tote bags but I'm forever getting things wet when I use them!)

I bought this recently and can fit loads in it for work etc. I'm thinking of customising it a bit to make it less "blokey", but that's the only thing wrong with it

pinkteapot

If you're going to be carrying a reasonable weight in files and textbooks it's far better for your back and shoulders to use a decent quality rucksack...

angelil

I'd second the Accessorize recommendation.

Why will you need to carry a lever arch file every day though? I'd say just take a smaller, flatter file (enough for 1 A4 pad) and then file the sheets at home after lectures each day...

cte1111

Paperchase have some nice bags I think (it says 10% student discount on their webpage too):
http://www.paperchase.co.uk/home-+amp-travel/bags+luggage/icat/htbagsandluggage/?esp_hitsperpage=96

The_One_Who

Get a decent rucksack. If you are going to be carrying any amount of weight, a rucksack will be a lifesaver. You won't be going home every day with aching shoulders or back.

shebangs

I use an Eastpak messenger bag for uni you can fit heaps in. it has a couple of zipped bits for phone keys etc.

I find the messenger bag great for putting folders etc in as they slide in and out easily and it stays upright when you balance it next to a table so you can reach in and out. I tried pretty big handbags so they looked more girly but they just didnt live up to the books and weight of uni work so I admitted defeat and bought my messenger and I wouldnt swap it for the world now.

I picked Eastpak because they offer a lifetime guarantee and also because they had lots of patterns so I could still have something nice.

I bought my current one off Amazon and if you pick the right pattern they vary in price

~Chameleon~

pinkteapot wrote: »

If you're going to be carrying a reasonable weight in files and textbooks it's far better for your back and shoulders to use a decent quality rucksack...

I agree! Have a look at Swiss Gear /Wenger laptop rucksacks, very versatile and practical with lots of storage pockets.