Made from Econyl®, an ingenious form of nylon recycled from landfill and ocean waste, this nifty little messenger is just the right size for your everyday antics and has a variety of compartments for organising your essentials. The Japanese brand isn’t called Indispensable without good reason.

Filson’s briefcase isn’t your basic boardroom variety; aside from its much more rugged exterior (just look at all those extra pockets), it is made from actual ballistic-grade 1,000 Denier nylon – the stuff that WWII servicemen were kitted out in. Can you say bang for your buck?

An Italian-made, practical leather backpack with a price tag like this is a rare thing indeed. A hit with both those on and off their bikes, converts to Brooks England’s cycling range say the padded laptop sleeve, comfortable straps and expandable capacity make it among the most practical options on the market.

A serious upgrade on the typically casual style, TOM FORD’s messenger bag is the sort of thing we’re imagining slinging over our shoulder on our triumphant return to the office. Crafted in Italy from cross-grain calf’s leather, it isn’t exactly what you’d call a “steal”, but when it comes to leather it’s true that you get what you pay for. Consider it the ultimate investment accessory.

The word “luxury” may very well have been invented to refer to Bottega Veneta’s wares. Which is another way of saying that you might not want to call your bank manager when you add this tote to your basket. Woven from strips of leather using the brand’s time-honoured intrecciato technique, it’s instantly recognisable as an icon.