It’s 2025, and I’m fully stepping into my writer era—literally and figuratively.

My MacBook has become an extension of me at this point. Writing on the go is my thing, and I never travel without it. With the release of my debut novel, Chaotic Energy (which you can pre-order here!), just a couple of months away and the first draft of my follow-up book already calling my name, my laptop and I are about to get even closer. Naturally, this means it’s time to find the perfect laptop bag to match the vibe.

Over the past few months, I’ve been eyeing some gorgeous bags to carry me through this creative journey. Are some of them a bit bougie? Absolutely. But as a double Taurus, I can’t resist the allure of something both functional and fabulous. Some of the bags below may not specifically be for laptop bags, but they have the space, style and function to accommodate one! Here are a few contenders—let me know your thoughts!

Laptop Bags and Cases I Can’t Stop Thinking About

1. Smythson Ludlow Laptop Case – £595

Let’s kick things off with the effortlessly luxurious Smythson Ludlow leather laptop bag in a stunning, creamy taupe—a shade that beautifully echoes the current Pantone Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse.

This sleek bag is as functional as it is chic, with a calf leather lining to keep your laptop well-protected. Inside, you’ll find a spacious A4-sized pocket, a dedicated SD card slot, and two additional pockets for your essentials. The external pockets are perfect for stashing chargers and other accessories without compromising its minimalist silhouette.

I’m obsessed with how polished and refined it looks, and that taupe hue? Absolutely divine.

2. Stackers Laptop Bag – £54

Available in five neutral colours, the Stackers laptop bag is a force of a bag, featuring loads of space for a variety of accessories to get you in the mood for a productive day, including space for your phone, chargers, a zipped pocket space for a notebook, space for a 15 inch laptop, pen pockets, a key holder and an adjustable padded strap for comfort. I love the cushiony, padded texture of the bag and the gold hardware adds a touch of luxe, without the luxe pricetag.

3. Fenella Smith Luca Laptop Bag – £96.00

For the maximalist in you, there’s the Fenella Smith bright yellow laptop bag which holds an awful lot for such a small case – including a water bottle. The bag is made with soft pebble vegan leather, with two large zipped compartments that can store charging accessories, notebooks and even a purse. It’s the perfect addition to a working weekend!

4. Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Leather Briefcase – £2,780

Will I be purchasing this anytime soon? Absolutely not! But I can look and fawn from afar, can I not? *sighs in Capitalism*

Featuring its signature intrecciato pattern and dark silver-tone hardware, the Italian handcrafted briefcase is meticulously crafted from premium calfskin leather, making it incredibly durable. There’s an elegance in the subtlety of the product, with it being available in a multitude of colours also. There’s an interior zipped pocket that can hold a few notebooks as well as charging essentials, and an external hard drive. It features dual top handles for hand carrying and a detachable, adjustable shoulder strap for hands-free use.

5. Seletti x Toiletpaper Laptop – £43.00

Seletti is one of my favourite homeware and accessory brands, with their vibrant, maximalist, tongue-in-cheek aesthetic, their products have always been a conversation-starter so imagine my delight when I found out they ventured into laptop bags and cases? I adore this collaboration they’ve done with TOILETPAPER magazine, and this attention-grabbing case, and it also comes with the matching chair, pillow, plate set and tote bag!

6. Nordace Siena Smart Backpack – £88.99

One thing about me? I’ll always have a backpack by my side! It’s my favourite type of bag to wear as I like to be hands-free at every opportunity while out. The Nordace Siena backpack is a powerhouse of a laptop bag, available in nine colours and featuring several accessory pockets, an anti-theft pocket, a USB charging port and space for a 15 inch laptop. It also has a handy luggage strap which can be looped over your suitcase handle for easy commuting, AND has space for a mini tripod, a pair of sunglasses and a water flask – it does it all!

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