THE BEST BACK-TO-UNI BAGS

It’s that time of the year again – the summer holidays are (almost) over and a new chapter is about to begin. Still asking yourself what back-to-uni bags are best for you? Well, whether you’re panic-prepping for your first term or want to get the jump on another year, we’ve rounded up five of the best men's backpacks, shoppers and sports bags to see you through in style.

You can consider yourself set for a long day of lectures once you have a do-everything bag like a backpack. When you’re carrying around all those books, you'll need practical support from more than just your snacks. Our top pick is this one from The North Face – it’s the perfect combination of flex-worthy branding and practical features (hello, adjustable padded straps and laptop compartment).

Complete your lecture hall look with a bag that’ll work from one season to the next: the tote. Everyone knows you can’t go wrong with classic canvas – it's sturdy and this one's water-resistant so it'll stand up to light showers. Carhartt WIP's hardy utilitarian style ticks all the right boxes. It’s got zipped compartments for keeping your laptop secure and plenty of other pockets for all your uni essentials.

Even the most dedicated student needs to switch off, so you deserve an option that can take you from a seminar to spending time with mates. The answer? A men's cross-body bag. ASOS DESIGN's version is large enough for a tablet or lecture notes but not so bulky it becomes a burden you have to haul home at the end of the night.

A major bonus of uni life is student discount, especially if you like hitting the gym – leg day doesn’t seem so bad when the gym fees are a fraction of the price. Searching for the best men's holdalls to take with you? Look no further than Under Armour's ludicrously capacious style. Though this is the largest, it's also one of the lightest, most durable and weather-resistant you can get. Now there's no excuse not to walk to the gym in the rain.

If you subscribe to a pared-back way of dressing, we've got the bag for you. Enter: Herschel's smart City backpack, which gives minimalism in the best way. The mauve shade is deceptively versatile – it actually goes with all sorts of classic or unconventional shades. And don't be fooled by the sleek appearance. Padded shoulder straps and a reinforced back mean it can carry plenty without buckling, plus a laptop sleeve and an external bottle holder keep your essentials close to hand.