canvas backpacks
October 17th, 2010 § Leave a Comment
Thank god engineers make a lot of money straight out of college (or at least, I sure hope I do) because my whole paycheck will be going to a good chiropractor. Just for freshman year, my physics, calculus, chemistry, and engineering analysis books weighed well over 40 lbs, and thats a conservative estimate. So of course, I need a sturdy backpack to carry all of my books without crumbling under pressure.
The trade-off for usability is style. Usually I have to resort to a more utilitarian look:
Mine is similar to this one, only it’s red. Doesn’t it look like you could smuggle a small child in that thing?
But I have been on the search for a back pack that is somewhat sturdy, but also doesn’t ruin a good outfit. I’ve been lusting after Urban Outfitters Vintage Canvas Backpack. Though a little steep for me at $48 (because let’s be honest, nothing at UO is worth what they sell it for), I couldn’t find anything like it: huge, khaki canvas, under $50, and matches almost everything. Unfortunately, it’s on back order until January 22nd!
Ladies and gentleman, we must look past US borders for a stylish backpack. Do not fret, for I have found them! China-based Yesstyle.com offers some awesome options:
Smoothie Contrast-Trim Canvas Backpack – $38
Smoothie Convertible Canvas Carryall – $32
They’re cute, huge, and only time will tell if the material will hold up, but for under 40 bucks (plus $10 shipping)… I’m game.
