a SHIFT in how I CARRY my day

I honestly never thought my relationship with my Fjällräven backpack would shift the way it has. It’s not over — I still reach for it when I travel or when it makes sense — but for the day-to-day, working out of coffee shops and other creative, cultural spaces, something’s changed. As a wardrobe stylist, I’ve always been the person carrying / rolling lots of bags, so I am always looking for ease. A backpack fit that life. Khaki, utilitarian, quietly fashion. That chapter started around 2016, and looking back, it feels like a full cycle.

A backpack fit that life. Khaki, utilitarian, quietly fashion

City outfit styled with a functional backpack

Mai shrunken cashmere vneck sweater, similar here ; Dolce & Gabana pencil skirt, found the same one here ; Antipast socks ; Dr Marten shoes, similar here ; Fjällräven backpack

oh hello, Topologie

The shift actually started small. I was looking for a laptop case and a girlfriend mentioned Topologie. I took a look and… that was it. SOLD. One thing led to another and suddenly I was rethinking how I carry my day.

Switching from backpack to two-bag setup for a more intentional everyday carry

Maryam Nassir faux fur jkt, similar here ; Rachel Comey dress, similar here ; Levi 501 denim ; Rachel Comey stripe scarf, similar here ; Topologie Flat Sacoche Large bag

suddenly I was rethinking how I carry my day

Now it’s two bags: one top handle, one shoulder / crossbody. Less about hauling everything, more about intention. I still care deeply about function, but I’m also really into the craftsmanship of a beautiful designer bag — paired with something practical, clean, and graphic. Same, but different rhythm.

Designer top-handle bag styled alongside a minimalist laptop bag in a coffee shop setting
Outfit detail showing dual bag styling — functional laptop bag paired with a structured designer handbag

Barney’s NY velvet pajama top, similar here ; Frankie Shop paperbag waist denim, similar here ; Rachel Comey platform sandals, similar here ; Topologie Flat Sacoche Large bag ; Louis Vuitton Alma satchel

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