Name: Bowery Leather Backpack
Brand: WaterField Designs
SKU: BLMDZZBLLRZZZZ
Price: 549.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews)

Bowery Leather Backpack

Two padded compartments

Collapsible water bottle holder

Zippered pocket for small items

Front organizational pockets.

Comfortable leather straps

Fits comfortably on your back

Leather handle

Magnetic Fidlock® buckle

Double zipper pulls for easy open/close

Sleek profile

Fits up to 16-inch laptops

Discreet AirTag pocket

Dimensions

Carry-on suitcase passthrough slot

Made from full-grain leather

Available in three leather colors

Black leather

Grizzly leather

Chocolate leather

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Our first-ever, all-leather backpack lets you transition seamlessly between work, travel, and everyday life. The Bowery Leather Backpack's clean silhouette complements any tailored attire or smart casual outfit, and the full-grain leather develops a beautiful patina as it ages.

Part of the All-Leather Collection of bags that bring timeless sophistication to modern functionality. Built with the utmost care, these bags may require extended lead times for production.

Materials:

Full-grain leather
Metal hardware
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Dimensions & Weight:

11.5” (l) x 6” (w) x 16.5” (h); 2.8 lb.
292 (l) x 152 (w) x 419 (h) mm; 1270 gm

Volume: 18.5 liters

Shoulder Strap Length: 32'' (17'' pad + 15'' webbing).

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Domestic: USPS & FedEx. Details.
International: 4-5 business day delivery. Country duty/tax calculated at Checkout. Details.

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Sleek and Amazing

Love this bag. So glad I purchased. Looking for something that was small and sleek, but powerful statement for a full leather bag. Had several compliments already.
The only thing, shoulder straps are slick, no grip to the shoulder to keep them in place so it tends to slide.. but that’s me being picky.

Beautiful backpack

Such an amazing piece. Great build quality and so well thought out. A joy to use on a daily commute.

This backpack looks great, but there are a few details that could have been improved upon. First, the leather flap could be heavier. Visually, it doesn’t sit flush to the bag when closed. Second, the shoulder straps are slippery and move more than I’d like on my shoulders. Third, the pen and pencil slots are not deep enough, even though there’s plenty of space for longer pen/pencil slots. Fourth, the lower internal pocket is very loose, a zippered pocket would have been better. Finally, the inside pockets are too small for an iPhone with a case.

Uiltra elegant backpack

i have maybe 15 backpacks collected over the years for any purpose from walking about a city to trek hiking. Some double as airplane carryon bags and hiking on arrival. But this little beauty will become my travel or city excursion pack when I’m not “on the trail”. It’s too gorgeous not to figure ouit a way to use!

Incredible backpack and the packaging came with a very nice and personalized touch.

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WaterField Bowery Leather Backpack Review – A Bag That Ages Like Bourbon

The Gadgeteer - December 13, 2025

“The backpack market splits cleanly into two camps: technical bags built for function and leather bags built for boardrooms. WaterField’s Bowery Leather Backpack refuses to pick a side.”

Design details

HERITAGE MEETS INNOVATION

The Bowery Leather Backpack blends heritage craftsmanship with modern styling for a timeless look. The clean, structured profile opens up to reveal essential features for today's busy lifestyle.

Features like two laptop compartments, a water bottle holder, and easy-access pockets keep you organized, while a magnetic buckle and double-pull waterproof zippers protect the contents of your pack.

FUNCTIONAL & STYLISH

The Bowery Backpack is designed to handle today's workstyle. The main compartment zips open all the way down at an angle so items can be easily retrieved when the bag is packed. Frequently-accessed items are stored in the front organizational pockets so there's no need to open the entire backpack.

Inside, a highly visible gold liner enhances visibility, and double zipper pulls lets you open & close the backpack quickly.

EASY-CLOSE FLAP

The double-layer leather flap ties the look together and snaps securely shut with the magnetic Fidlock® buckle. The two sides are magnetically drawn to each other, closing the flap with a satisfying click. To open, simply slide the top section to the left.

FULL-GRAIN LEATHER

The authentic, full-grain leather we use to make the Bowery Backpack is absolutely beautiful. See it, touch it, and you're hooked.

The distressed leather develops a beautiful patina, and your bag will age well as the years roll by.

ALL-LEATHER COLLECTION

The All-Leather Collection brings together premium full-grain leather designs that balance refined style, everyday functionality, and rugged dependability. Each bag is built to last, with smart details that make everyday carry easier. Check out the full collection.

CARING FOR YOUR LEATHER BAG

We usually recommend leaving the full-grain leather of your Bowery Leather Backpack as is and allowing it to develop its own beautiful patina. However, if you’d like to freshen it up from time to time, you can use a leather conditioner — Gary demonstrates how in this video for the Cozmo Leather Briefcase.

Because the leather may darken slightly, first test the conditioner on a discreet area like the bottom of the bag. You can also use a hair dryer to warm the leather’s natural oils so they smooth and spread evenly.

made in usa

We're proud to offer American-made gear built for the long haul. All our products are designed and made in our San Francisco workshop, where rent is high, labor expensive, and competition intense. We wouldn't go anywhere else.