CASPER FADE AWAY BACKPACK

The mesh back padding actually keeps my shirt from getting sweaty on my walk to work, which I didn't expect from a bag this size. The side pockets fit my water bottle snugly and the front zipper pocket is perfect for my keys and transit card.

The separate velour sunglass compartment sold me on this one — no more scratched lenses rattling around loose in the main section. It swallows my 15" laptop and a water bottle with room left over, and the side pockets actually fit a real bottle.

The ergonomic mesh back padding is a lifesaver—I wore this all day on a recent outing and my shoulders didn’t ache once. The separate velour sunglass compartment is such a thoughtful touch, too; no more scratched lenses rattling around.