Long seen as limited to briefcases and backpacks, the men’s bag category now covers a much wider range. From belt bags to messenger bags, laptop bags to small pouches, each style suits a different lifestyle. This guide is for men choosing a bag and for sellers who want to add a men’s bag section to their store.
1. Briefcase
The classic men’s bag. With its rectangular, structured shape and hand and shoulder strap options, it is widely used in business. It is designed for documents, files and laptops, and goes well with suits and office wear.
Who it suits: Office workers, managers and customers who dress formally.
2. Laptop bag
Similar to a briefcase but with a padded computer compartment inside. The product page must state which screen size it fits; this is the most common question about laptop bags.
Who it suits: People carrying a computer between home and office, students and freelancers.
3. Messenger bag
A horizontal bag with a flap, worn crossbody on a single long strap. It looks more relaxed and casual than a briefcase. Because it works with both business and casual clothes, it is one of the most balanced products in a men’s bag range.
Who it suits: Smart-casual dressers, students and people who walk a lot in the city.
4. Belt bag
In recent years belt bags have been worn not only at the waist but also across the chest. They are practical for small items such as a phone, wallet and keys, and are popular with younger customers and for travel.
Who it suits: Younger customers, festival-goers and travellers, and anyone who wants their hands free.
5. Small shoulder bag and pouch
Small shoulder bags and slim hand-held pouches for men keep a phone, passport and documents organised. They are especially popular for travel and around town.
6. Backpack
Men’s backpacks are no longer just for sport and school. Simple backpacks in faux leather or quality fabric are used in the office too. Models with a laptop compartment are a versatile choice for both work and travel. See our wholesale backpacks page for details.
7. Travel and gym bag
Large-capacity bags for weekend getaways, the gym and short business trips. For longer journeys you can also guide customers on choosing a suitcase.
What do male customers look for in a bag?
- Functionality: How many compartments, does a laptop fit, is there a separate phone pocket?
- Simplicity: Most male customers prefer simple designs with little branding or decoration.
- Colour: Dark shades such as black, brown and navy are the safest choice.
- Durability: Zips, strap attachments and stitching quality matter.
How to set up a men’s bag section in store
For a store selling menswear or shoes, bags are a natural complementary product. At the start, a few styles representing different uses are enough rather than a wide selection:
- A briefcase or laptop bag for work
- A messenger or crossbody bag for everyday use
- A belt bag for younger customers
- A simple backpack for versatile use
Buying these in dark shades and small quantities and tracking which ones sell is the safest start. We share outfit ideas for stores selling men’s shoes in our article on matching shoes and bags. For an overview of all bag types, see our guide to bag styles and types.
Wholesale men’s bags at Çanta Bayim
Çanta Bayim’s wholesale men’s bags page features styles for different uses. You can combine men’s bags with women’s bags, wallets and card holders in the same order and place a mixed wholesale order of at least 15 units in total across different styles and colours. Payment is by bank transfer.