As a teacher of 10 years, I have tried so many bags and backpacks. My requirements: can hold 1-2 bottles/coffee cups, space for a laptop/iPad, easy access front pocket to hold my lanyard and keys, and enough internal organization to not be a bottomle...
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Totes
Backpacks
Lunch Bags
Totes
For the tote girlie!
The Teacher Tote is a classic! It has excellent organization and tons of space.
Teacher Tote
I love the Paz collection from Bagsmart. It has so much space and excellent organization.
Paz 23L Tote
A tote from Portland Leather is teacher luxury!
August Tote | Portland Leather Goods
My sister-in-law was recently gifted this bag. The packaging offers a luxury experience, and the bag is gorgeous. It has two internal bottle pockets, a key leash, a trolley pass through, a seperate laptop pocket, and more. Genius!
Multitasker Berry
This tote from Vera Bradley has the potential to turn into a bottomless pit, but the orange color is so fun that it might be worth it.
Original Tote Bag
This Bellroy backpack that is also a tote is so clever!
Lite Totepack | Everyday Tote Bag/Backpack for Gym and Travel
This canvas tote is a great budget-friendly option for teachers.
Solid Canvas School Tote Bag - Open Story™ Sage: RFID Blocking Laptop Compartment
How cute is this puffer tote? The flower charm! I love!
Puffer Work Bag, 15.6" 17.3"
This bag has sooooo many pockets, and it's affordable, too!
LOVEVOOK Laptop Tote Bag for Women Work, Teacher Tote Bag Nurse Bag With Large Cup Holder, Utility Professional Computer Bag For Work/Travel/College/Daily, Large Purse Handbag With Multi Pockets
Backpacks
For those of us with sore shoulders.
I prefer a backpack to a tote, usually, and I love the look of the Pax from Bagsmart!
Paz 23L Backpack
I love the monochrome look of the Brixley backpack.
Jungle Brixley Backpack
I want the Calpak Luka backpack soooooo bad. Dragonfruit is such a fun color, too!
Luka 15 inch Laptop Backpack in Dragonfruit
The Vera Bradley Bancroft backpack is basically perfect, and it's almost always on sale!
Bancroft Backpack
Definitely out of my budget? Yes. On my wishlist anyway? Absolutely yes.
Dagne Dover Dakota Large Backpack
Look at the interior features on this Carhartt backpack!
Carhartt Classic Laptop Backpack
This backpack from Poppy and Peonies is so classy!
Commuter Backpack chestnut
The Calpak Connect backpack is so cute!
Connect Laptop Backpack in Bluebell
This backpack from All in Motion at Target is a great way to get the Dagne Dover look for MUCH less.
Faux Neoprene Backpack - All in Motion™ - Dusty Navy
I looooove the bright purple of this Simple Modern backpack!
Ellis Backpack 20L
This quilted backpack is so pretty and affordable.
Arlo Backpack - Quilted
This Samsonite backpack is handsome, there's no other way to describe it. What a good-looking backpack.
Samsonite Virtuosa Backpack
Another work of art from Samsonite!
Samsonite Better Than Basic Convertible Backpack
Lunch Bags
The Calpak lunch bag is a classy classic!
Insulated Lunch Bag in Gingham
I love the colors on this lunch bag!
Hopscotch Lunch Bag
This lunch bag from Vera Bradley comes in so many great prints and colors.
Outlet Lunch Crossbody
Retro, indeed! The color options for this Igloo lunch bag are so fun!
Retro Square Lunch Bag
This Igloo lunch bag is a practical option for teachers who pack a lot of snacks.
Igloo Nostalgia Lunch Sack - Olive: Insulated Polyester Canvas with Front Pocket
I love this Bentgo bag! It has an exterior pocket, a log strap, and a top handle.
