Three stylish and attractive bags chosen from a woman's perspective.

Representative female stylists and proponent of prioritizing appearance, Migita asserts, "When men wear suits to work, they probably want to look stylish rather than prioritize practicality and functionality." "However, on commuter trains, I see many businessmen who seem to be choosing their bags based on practicality rather than appearance. The trend is for people to want something easy to carry, as what they carry has shifted from documents to electronic devices like PCs, but I think they should still choose a classic briefcase that neatly matches their suit style," she says, explaining her reasons for selecting three "attractive" business bags.

While it's true that commuting in a suit with a backpack has become commonplace, this look still appears casual, and it's best to avoid it if you want to make a professional impression with clients. "Having a handbag that's appropriate for a suit significantly increases your credibility. Choose a bag—the important 'container' for carrying your work—that you can be proud to show anywhere."

Stefanomano leaf case: 140,400 yen
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Stylist Migita has picked out bags that will fulfill the desire to "carry a stylish bag!", categorized by age group. First, she recommends Stefano Mano briefcases for young businessmen in their 20s and 30s.

"This briefcase features rounded corners for a modern look. It's a slim design that accommodates A4 size documents and comes only as a handbag without a shoulder strap—a truly classic style. The firm leather is carefully selected by the craftsman and owner of Stefano Mano's factory, and the paint is applied in multiple layers with a brush, resulting in a rich, hand-dyed finish. The fact that each one feels like a unique piece is one of its own," says Migita. "I would recommend this design to people in creative roles rather than sales positions," he adds.

SERAPIAN Briefcase ¥172,800

Next, the briefcase from SERAPIAN was chosen as a bag that "working men in their 30s and 40s should carry." "It's a timeless design that I would recommend to men who have used various bags throughout their careers. It's made of elegant grained leather, has ample capacity, and comes with a carry-on strap for business trips. The interior is lined with suede-like material, and its elegant design is one of its features," says Migita.

What's particularly noteworthy is the thick shoulder strap, made of the same leather as the body, which maintains an elegant look even when worn over the shoulder. "It's a bag that makes you think 'that's cool' if your boss is carrying it," they recommend.

Fujitaka Gallery Briefcase: ¥194,400
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The third item is a briefcase from Fujitaka Gallery, described as "perfect for men in their 40s and older who hold important management positions." "The first two are Italian brands, but for managers, we chose a Japanese bag brand. It's a slim design that fits A4 size perfectly and is easy to carry. The outer leather is chrome-tanned calf leather with an embossed surface, which has a unique firmness, good color development, is scratch-resistant, and is resistant to fading. Pigskin is used for the interior," he explained.

"The three-sided opening design allows the top to open wide, making it easy to find things inside, and the use of bright colors in the interior for easy viewing is a unique consideration that is characteristic of Japanese products. The snap buttons also make sorting easy," he added, explaining that he chose black because "it's easy to match with shoes in outfits, and I also wanted it to have a formal feel."

▼ 1. Three stylish and attractive bags chosen from a woman's perspective
▼ 2. Three highly functional bags chosen from a male perspective, prioritizing practicality.