Geeks, more than any other stereotype, need a bag to carry all their crap (except for maybe your mom). Most geeks are not aware of this, and stuff their pockets so full of technology that when they’re required to empty them for airport security you’d think on first glance they were Inspector Gadget. Anyone remember Docker’s short-lived mobile pants?

The first order of business is the bag itself, and there are a lot of good options out there. You want some clean, simple, and classic, something that you can keep for a couple decades and it will only look better with age. Here are a few ideas.

Casual – Makr Tote

Believe it or not, it is now acceptable for men to carry tote bags. While this is casual, it will take the more confident geek to pull off. I have not completely jumped on the tote bag bandwagon, but black on black canvas and leather is about the manliest you’re going to get.

Business – Mismo M/S

You could throw this thing off a cliff and it would still look amazing. Just take your laptop out first.

Either – J.Crew Leather Postal

This simple leather messenger is the ideal choice to toe the line between business and casual. It’s easy to pull of, will look good anywhere, and the leather will only look more badass as it gets worn in.