I have an affinity for using a weekender bag as my gym bag. That’s right – you should never accept that free gym bag with your membership – you look like a style neophyte with your over-priced shoes and free nylon bag. (And why are you a walking billboard for a place you just paid membership fees to?) But not to worry, I am here to save your day.
The Weekendtaske bagfrom Leather Projects (Copenhagen) is a classic style with a twist, unlike the usual zipper hardware, this one has a double belt enclosure lopped around the body of the bag. The leather is cleanly cut and stitched with bold seams, making for a simple yet bold look.
The Hockey Bag from M0851 (Montreal) has been my go to bag for years. It is made with amazingly supple leather that last for years and only gets better with age. I have had mine for over 10 years and it just keeps getting better; as this bag ages, it gets softer and slouchier – perfection.
The Deurne 48 Hr Getaway Duffel from Want: les essentiels de la vie (Montreal), is the perfect size for a gym bag. Inspired by a vintage London doctor’s bag, the Deurne updates a historic, utilitarian piece for the 21st-century. The leather is soft and supple but thanks to the construction of this bag, it always holds its rigid modern shape.