0507_Bags_Intro

Not too long ago, the only time a man could be seen carrying a bag was when his wife or girlfriend was busy in a dressing room. Even then, the man would hold the bag as far from his body as possible, making a show of how uncomfortable he was to be seen holding an object filled with make-up and other emasculating items. Male professionals everywhere carried their work, lunch and personal effects in briefcases, designed to be as non-descript and angular as possible, while students and outdoor enthusiasts utilized boring canvas backpacks and rucksacks to tote their books and camping equipment. An entire industry formed out of the fear men had of being seen in public with anything that could possibly resemble a purse.