Don't sleep on this.

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Don't sleep on this work tote

sleeper hit
[ slee-per ] [ hit ]
noun
a secretly amazing product we’ve tried that should be popular but isn’t (yet)

The brand: Calpak

What you’ve seen: The Calpak Luka Duffel

What you need to try: The Calpak Luka Expandable Laptop Tote

Why I’m obsessed: 

  • Surprising comfort: Most of the work totes I’ve had in the past were incredibly uncomfortable. The shoulder straps are usually stiff and hurt my shoulder during my commute. Plus, they often don’t have a ton of room for anything more than the actual laptop. This tote from Calpak is the exact opposite — the shoulder strap is padded and comfortable to wear for a long time and I’ve also used it as a duffel when I travel.

  • Has a ton of room: The tote also has plenty of room and pockets on the inside for personal items. Aside from my laptop, I use it to hold my lunch, jacket, medicine and more. Plus, it has a key leash making it easy to find my keys when I’m home and the bottom expands so it fits clothing, shoes and more. This is also why it works great as a carry-on.

  • Many styles available: I love this tote so much that I actually have it in two shades: chocolate and walnut. With that said, Calpak has a ton of colors, designs and styles for its accessories, including this tote. It also has metallic options and it’s available in mini and regular sizes.

Something to note: The regular Luka tote is expandable and fits a 15-inch laptop, but the mini is best for tablets and small items. 

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Cory Fernandez

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