Luxe from Defy Bags

The tough-as-nails bag maker grows up with a sleek leather brief

For a company that started with truck tarps and military-grade clasps, Chicago-based Defy Bags has taken an unexpected route toward making luxury goods. Founder Chris Tag’s emphasis has always been on apocalypse-ready gear for urban commuters, but that’s all changing with the new Luxe, a briefcase that’s ready for anything—whether that’s the conference room or the end of the world. Each bag is cut from …

Dubbel Duffel Spring/Summer 2013

Fresh looks for China Young's mercurial bag line

Following an exclusive launch with Opening Ceremony last year, Dubbel Duffel is back for spring with an array of new styles, materials and colorways, all currently available at OC and beyond. China Young, a friend of CH and Dubbel Duffel’s creative director extraordinaire, continues to inject new life into the resurrected label, which he has centered around highly functional, dual-purpose bags. From day to night, …

Chrome Niko Camera Bag

A detailed look at the bike and photo friendly backpack and waterproof Storm Field Jacket

Since 1995 Chrome has been making sturdy, purposeful bags in San Francisco to feed the needs of the discerning cycling community. While their product line has grown the brand keeps its integrity intact by never compromising with materials nor construction, cherishing function over all else. The Niko Camera Bag is made with Chrome DNA through and through. First and foremost comfortable while in transit, the …