Stylish backpacks

Enhance your gadget carry: we present the best backpacks to keep your laptop, tablet and other tech secure, without sacrificing your style

The inevitable march of progress means that laptops and tablets are getting slimmer and lighter all the time, so they're important investments that you need to protect; your old carry pack may no longer fit the bill.

And while a sleeve or cover can be handy at times, nothing screams full-on protection quite like a backpack or laptop bag. If you're in education, you also need a means of carting around your chargers, batteries, camera, e-reader, selfie stick, pain au chocolat and, naturally, copies of T3 magazine, so pockets are always a bonus.

Whether you're looking for high-end designer backpacks or rugged, water-resistant rucksacks, there's a great option for you. From super stylish to wonderfully waterproof, we've got this one in the bag.

01 THE EVERYDAY OPTION
THE NORTH FACE BERKELEY DAYPACK
£65, thenorthface.co.uk

This simple yet functional 25L backpack from The North Face is made with recycled materials, and has several compartments to keep your gear safely stowed. With heritage North Face styling, it's as good-looking as it is practical for all your everyday adventures.

It features a zippered main compartment and a secondary one for your smaller items, with a separate zippered compartment for a 13-inch laptop. A loop allows you to hang a bike light, and there are stylish two-tone zip pulls.