booq 'The Shadow' messenger bag -- carry your MacBook or Windows 10 laptop in style

Laptops are designed to be portable, but you are crazy to carry it under your arm or in a chintzy bag. You paid good money for the thing, so you should protect it. While backpacks are the most logical choice for comfort and weight distribution, they are not exactly stylish (you will look like a high-school student). Carrying a messenger bag is surely the more trendy option, if that sort of thing matters to you.

Today, booq announces an all-new notebook messenger bag called 'The Shadow'. Not only is it stylish (for both men and women), but it will accommodate 15 inch laptops and smaller, plus additional accessories too.

"The exterior of the gray Shadow features a water resistant jute, custom nylon seatbelt shoulder strap and a front flap that’s secured with aluminum buckles, while the black version features a water resistant 1680D ballistic nylon material, custom nylon seatbelt shoulder strap and a front flap that’s secured with plastic buckles", says booq.

The company further explains, "both include a large back pocket for exterior storage. The spacious interior of the gray Shadow is lined with a silky smooth polyester, while the black Shadow is lined with nylon and offers room for books, magazines and other documents. An interior zippered pocket features two slip pockets and two pen slots to keep smaller accessories organized, while a densely padded laptop compartment keeps a 15 inch laptop safe from moisture and scratches. The side of the bag is accentuated by a quick access zippered pocket for important items such as keys, wallet and phone".

The Shadow is extremely attractive and should prove to be quite durable and versatile. I expected the cost to be high, but actually, it is priced reasonably. The gray model, which I find to be prettier, is $160, while the standard black is $130. These are MSRP, so retailers may offer it for less; not bad.

I find the serial number feature to be quite intriguing -- each bag has its own unique identifier. If you lose your bag, or it is stolen, it could find its way back to you. There is a good chance your laptop won't be in it though!

If you are interested in purchasing, you can get the black variant here, and the gray here.