The world of commuter carry-alls are filled with sad messenger bags, multi-purpose nylon gym bags & overly technical backpacks. Although very practical, finding a backpack that complements your workwear can be a tall order. To help find a more stylish backpack option we’ve set out on a mission to find best ones around.

Kicking off our search for the perfect leather backpack is this vintage-inspired piece from High On Leather.

14 Inch Leather Backpack – High On Leather | Yellow Windowpane Chapman Jacket – Thomas Pink | Tan George Boot – Cobbler Union | Cargo Pants – Todd Snyder x Gap | Grey Cashmere Hoodie – Mooncats

High On Leather is an online e-tailer (based in India) that provides leather backpacks, work & travel bags for both men and women. If you get a chance to read their story, you’ll understand that their noble mission is to supply the market with eco-friendly leather bags & accessories at 60% of the cost of most retailers.

Here are the specs (from HOL site) on this backpack:

Colour: Brown

Leather: Goat Leather

Dimensions: 14(H) * 11(W) * 5(D)

1 Front pocket

2 Pockets on each side

1 Zippered pocket on top flap

3 large compartments

1 Zippered pocket on the back side of the bag

Briefcase Handle on top

Men’s Style Pro Opinion of the High On Leather 14 inch Backpack

I’ll give you my overall grade before breaking down my reasoning. This leather backpack receives at B grade.