Item: ISM Bags
Rating: 4
Author: Rena O

ISM Bags produces water-resistant backpacks made from leather and nylon that complement a variety of looks and occasions.

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Personally, I'm not in love with the blue interior accents. I'm a monochrome type, but realistically I hardly ever notice it. The interior space is actually a bit deceptive and can hold more than it looks, but bear in mind it's still a very narrow body. I can take my 13" laptop, iPad, mouse and mousepad in the zippered slot, and still have room for a 140oz water bottle and my plane toiletries. Throw a small sweater in, and that's about it...but realistically all you need for a flight. Depending on the day, I either love or loathe the fact that I can't buy $34 airport candy. 100% worth the purchase. 

After searching for a solid, sleek (and leather) backpack for my travels (and one that could easily hook onto my suitcase) I ditched the Tumi dream and instead went for the ISM bag. I have not looked back. 

The ISM backpack comes in at a fraction of the price, and ~10 countries later it still looks brand new. 

I bought this backpack as a gift for my SO. I'd seen her go through a few cheaper bags that were looking a bit worse for wear with daily use. I knew she'd like a bag that wasn't too large but still had room for a 13" laptop, a large water bottle, and other daily essentials.

Happy to say that three years later, this bag still holds up excellently! The only wear I've noticed is some fraying on the stitching; aside from that, the rest of the bag (especially the bottom) has aged well and is still in great condition. It's perfect for daily use and as a personal item while traveling. The gold accents and red satin on the inside are great touches and have scored many compliments. Since I was giving it as a gift, I appreciated that the packaging was high-quality and I've reused the box for other gifts. 

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