A good work shoulder bag or briefcase doesn’t make you choose between form and function. And the pieces below certainly don’t. Smart aesthetics, useful organization, quality builds and a little adaptability for good measure make these solid candidates for work environments. But which one will receive the ultimate promotion to Best Work Shoulder Bag? Choose your top pick in this second (and final) round of voting.

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KILLSPENCER Utility Attaché Briefcase

Rugged yet professional (with a touch of danger), the KILLSPENCER Utility Attaché Briefcase takes your work carry to the next level with its top-notch materials, durable construction and handsome looks. Made in the USA with full-grain leather, the bag features a detachable strap for shoulder carry, a padded laptop compartment, a mix of interior and exterior pockets, and a useful luggage pass-through sleeve.

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Mismo M/S Bureau

Functional in design and timeless in style, the M/S Bureau exudes quality and is built to serve you well for years to come. The minimalist exterior is complemented by sufficient interior organization to keep essentials tidy, with three pockets and an interior divider. Whether slung over your shoulder or carried as a briefcase, this smart piece looks professional in any setting.

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WANT Les Essentiels Jackson Messenger

Clean, black and stealthy. The WANT Les Essentiels Jackson Messenger a fine choice for diverse work environments. The bag offers a buckled flap opening along with a convenient quick-access top zip. Front and interior pockets and a 15” laptop sleeve let you store items within easy reach, while a detachable strap lets you alternate between shoulder bag and briefcase carry as required.

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Troubadour Goods Messenger

Sophisticated luxury is evident in every detail of the Troubadour Messenger Bag, from its premium vegetable-tanned Italian leather and bespoke hardware to the superb craftsmanship and understated styling. The bag features an interior laptop pocket, a pocket for smaller tools and an exterior pocket to keep frequently used items handy.

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Outlier Ultrahigh Waterfall System

Work carry loads can change from one day to the next. But change is exactly what the Outlier Ultrahigh Waterfall System is designed to embrace in distinct fashion. The modular flat pack system features three differently sized Ultrahigh Waterfall Flat Packs which can be secured together depending on your carry requirements for the day. Lightweight yet durable, this system lets you easily adapt to a variety of loads, allowing you to carry more or less as needed.

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Stuart & Lau Cary Briefcase

Lightweight, luxurious and considered in design, the weatherproof Cary Briefcase offers a refined blend of style and practicality. Features range from an inbuilt umbrella holder, concealed phone pocket and padded laptop sleeve, to a trolley pass-through sleeve, luggage tag and pen for smooth business travel.

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Aer Tech Sling

Pared-back in looks and designed to perform day in and day out, Aer’s Tech Sling is a great value companion for the office and beyond. The bag features a quick-access 13″ laptop compartment, along with multiple interior pockets in the main compartment for keeping tools and EDC tidy. And with a versatile sling strap and top carry handle, you can haul your way, any day.

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Arc’teryx Veilance Seque Tote

Sleek, versatile and built to handle the elements with ease, the Seque Tote features a waterproof exterior, taped seam construction and dual slider WaterTight™ external zipper. Able to store a variety of day-to-day supplies, from tech to tools and after-work gym gear, this tough tote keeps your gear protected in clean carry style.

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Bellroy Slim Work Bag

Understated and functional, Bellroy’s Slim Work Bag brings a touch of elegance to your work setup while ensuring your gear stays neat and tidy with multiple interior and exterior pockets. The minimalist style moves easily between formal and informal settings, while a choice of shoulder or briefcase carry keeps you adaptable on the move.

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Ally Capellino Kenny Travel/Cycle Satchel

Sleek for the office and ready for the road, this stylish satchel is made with durable and water-resistant Cordura that will handle the daily grind with ease. The bag fits up to a 13″ tech device, with additional pockets for smaller items, all in a clean profile that keeps things chic in work and on the bike.

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Ateliers Auguste Suffren Briefcase

Slim and sophisticated in style, the Suffren Briefcase is an elegant choice for more minimalist carry setups. Crafted in Italy with full-grain vegetable-tanned leather, this suave piece will develop a distinct patina and only look better with time. The Suffren keeps essentials tidy with quick-access pockets and interior organization for a 13″ laptop, documents and tools, and offers flexible portability with a removable shoulder strap.

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White Mountaineering × Porter × B Jirushi Yoshida Urban Supply 3Way Briefcase

Smart Japanese urban styling, adaptable portability and an abundance of options for keeping gear neat and tidy makes this a great piece for work and beyond. The bag can be carried as a shoulder bag, briefcase or backpack, and packs in the organization with multiple compartments and quick-access pockets to ensure your work supplies are always within easy reach.

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côte&ciel Oder-Spree

Full of stylish charm, the Oder-Spree exudes French chic but is designed to offer more than just good looks. Made to be worn close to the body, the Oder-Spree fits up to a 13″ tech device internally, while two front zipped pockets and an open back pocket keep smaller and frequently used items at your fingertips.

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Billykirk No. 486 Schoolboy Satchel

A classy piece, bound to get nods of approval wherever work takes you, this handsome satchel (recently updated) is crafted in the USA with full-grain vegetable-tanned leather and unique brass hardware. The bag features two compartments, a front organization pocket, and fits a 15″ laptop. It can be carried by hand or over the shoulder, and lends an undeniable air of professionalism to any work setup.

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Trakke Bannoch Messenger

Equally ready for work or play, the Bannoch Messenger looks good in the office, offers plenty of pockets to organize work supplies, and is tough enough to venture outdoors on your days off. The bag is crafted with Salt & Pepper Canvas and includes an A4 document pocket, laptop sleeve and Gask pocket array for smaller work or EDC items. Additionally, the bag can be paired with Trakke’s Camera Bag Insert to turn it into a trusty camera bag.

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DSPTCH Utility Brief

Built tough to get the job done, designed to stay low-key in a variety of work environments, and flexible in portability, the Utility Brief lives up to its name as a functional piece you can rely on. The bag easily adapts to changing needs and environments and can be carried as a shoulder bag, briefcase or backpack. A mix of interior and exterior pockets keep your gear tidy, while the luggage pass-through sleeve aids in smooth travels beyond the daily commute.

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GEAR3 CODE3-014-2 N Briefcase

Korean simplicity, functionality and style are key traits in GEAR3’s designs. And this briefcase offers a fine blend of all three, pairing attractive styling with useful interior organization, a handy quick-access back pocket and the option to carry the bag as a briefcase or shoulder bag to suit changing needs.

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