Customizable Retro Leather Work Bag with Shoulder Strap — MONTAIGNE Traveler
✦ Free laser engraving
Tax included
In the box
- 1 cowhide leather laptop bag
- 1 detachable shoulder strap
All you need to know
✦ Free laser engraving Genuine leather The MONTAIGNE Voyageur work bag is the one you grab every morning without thinking, yet notice every time. Crafted from deep brown distressed-effect cowhide leather (crazy horse type), it stands out with its two handles sewn onto vertical leather strips that structure the front and give it the look of a miniature travel bag. Its retro look recalls old-fashioned office bags, and its distressed-effect leather develops a little more patina each year. Its zipper closure protects files, documents, and a computer compartment for up to 13.3 inches, surrounded by zippered pockets and compartments for cables, notebooks, and small items. A front pocket keeps your phone close at hand, and a removable and adjustable shoulder strap allows you to carry it on your shoulder or across your body. At 39 × 7 × 28 cm, it remains compact while accommodating a full day's work. Like the entire Voyageur Collection, the MONTAIGNE can be personalized, with the first laser engraving free of charge.
Available finish
Crazy horse distressed-effect leather
So-called crazy horse leather owes its name to its unique behavior. It is a cowhide leather nourished with oils and waxes, then worked on the surface to achieve a slightly worn look from day one. At the slightest pressure, with every fold or rub, the oils move and the color lightens locally: the leather reacts, develops nuances, and gains texture.
This is what makes it the preferred material for work bags. Where smooth, varnished leather would mark every scratch as a flaw, distressed-effect leather absorbs them and transforms them into patina. The vertical strips, handles, and corners, which are more heavily used, evolve faster than the rest of the bag, creating a unique relief of shades over time. A light scratch often fades with a simple rub of the palm. A crazy horse leather bag is never exactly identical to another, and that is precisely what is sought.
Why you will love it
A bag for free spirits
Montaigne wrote while traveling, and traveled to think better. His name is fitting for a bag made for days when you go from the office to a café, from the train to a meeting room, from the library to dinner. The MONTAIGNE Voyageur accompanies those who work everywhere, as long as there is a table and a little peace and quiet.
What strikes you first are these two vertical leather strips that run across the front and extend into handles. More than just an aesthetic detail, they reinforce the structure and distribute the weight of the computer. They also give the bag a recognizable silhouette, somewhere between an old-fashioned travel bag and a contemporary briefcase. This retro look of an old-fashioned office bag makes it a true work bag, for carrying files and documents from one meeting to the next.
Inside, everything is orderly: the computer in its compartment, the cables and charger in the pockets, the notebooks in the main pocket, and the phone on the front. You grab the bag by its handles, or put it on as a shoulder strap to keep your hands free. And because its distressed-effect leather develops patina with every journey, it becomes, season after season, a faithful reflection of its owner's life.
Laser engraving: 1st engraving free
Each piece in the Voyageur Collection can be personalized with laser engraving, and the 1st engraving is free. Initials, first name, last name, a start date, or a short motto: the laser marks the leather with precision and gives the bag a signature that belongs only to you. Discover our other personalized products to create a matching set.
The first engraving is free. To go further — engraving a logo (company, club, event) or an additional text area —, check the desired option in the "Engraving options" box, just below the add to cart button.
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Which Voyageur bag should you choose?
| Criterion | Voyageur MONTAIGNE | Voyageur OXFORD | Voyageur ODYSSÉE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Format | Zippered bag with double handle | Flap briefcase | Slim folio with full opening |
| Computer | Up to 13.3 inches | Up to 13.3 inches | 14 inches |
| Dimensions | 39 × 7 × 28 cm | 40 × 12 × 28.5 cm | Approximately 37.5 × 28 × 3 cm |
| Shoulder strap | Yes, removable and adjustable | Yes, wide and removable | No, two handles |
| Strong point | Compact and versatile | Large capacity, trolley strap | Work without taking out the computer |
| Ideal use | Daily commutes | Files and travel | 14-inch nomads |
| Engraving | 1st engraving free | 1st engraving free | 1st engraving free |
Good to know: the compartment is designed for a laptop up to 13.3 inches, for example a MacBook Air or a 13-inch MacBook Pro, listed for compatibility. A 14-inch or larger computer will be too big. Compare the dimensions of your device to those of the bag before ordering. For other models designed for the office, browse our work bags.
Tip: to preserve the bag's shape, remove the shoulder strap when you are not using it and store the bag flat or upright, without any heavy object placed on top. Light marks on the distressed-effect leather fade with a rub of the palm; once or twice a year, a thin layer of colorless nourishing balm for oiled leathers revives its depth after testing on a discreet area. If the bag has been caught in the rain, let it dry naturally, stuffed with paper, away from a radiator. Avoid solvents, wipes, and household products.
Technical specifications
| Model name | Voyageur MONTAIGNE |
| Product type | Work bag with computer compartment |
| Exterior material | Distressed-effect cowhide leather (crazy horse type) |
| Color | Distressed brown |
| Closure | Zipper closure |
| Handles | 2 handles sewn onto vertical leather strips, height 14 cm |
| Shoulder strap | Removable, adjustable from 25 to 60 cm |
| Exterior storage | Front pocket for phone |
| Interior storage | Main zippered pocket, computer compartment, back compartment pocket, interior zippered pocket, 4 compartment pockets |
| Compatible computer | Up to 13.3 inches |
| Dimensions | 39 × 7 × 28 cm |
| Weight | Not provided |
| Personalization | 1st laser engraving free |
Precautions: the bag protects the computer from scratches and minor everyday shocks, but does not replace a shockproof case: avoid drops and do not place it in checked luggage. Do not overload the pockets located against the computer compartment, so as not to apply pressure to the screen. Genuine leather is not waterproof: avoid prolonged exposure to rain and direct heat. As each hide is unique, the shade may vary slightly from one piece to another.
A gift that accompanies every day
Engraved with the initials of its recipient, the Voyageur MONTAIGNE is a useful and durable personalized gift for a first job, a promotion, a career change, Father's Day, or a birthday. It will appeal to the executive as well as the teacher, the architect, or the consultant, to everyone who carries their office with them. Complete it with a piece from our leather goods.
As a corporate gift, to welcome a new employee or thank a partner, it carries your logo thanks to the "Add my logo" option, to be checked on this page.
Frequently asked questions
Is the laser engraving really free?
Yes. Like all pieces in the Voyageur Collection, the MONTAIGNE bag benefits from a first free laser engraving. You can include initials, a first name, a last name, a date, or a short motto. The laser marks the leather with precision; the engraving then develops patina with the bag and takes, like it, an increasingly authentic look. Choose a short and legible text. If you hesitate about the wording or formatting, our customer service will gladly assist you before the engraving is made.
How to add a logo or additional engraving?
The first engraving is free. To go further, go to the "Engraving options" box, just below the add to cart button, and check the desired option: "Add my logo" (€14.90 per item) to engrave the logo of a company, club, or event, or "Add an additional text area" (€5.90 per item) for a second text. The option is automatically added to the cart, at a rate of one per ordered item. For a logo, we ask you for the file by email after the order: choose a vector file or a high-definition image, simple and well-contrasted, for a clean result. An ideal solution for corporate gifts.
What size computer can the bag accommodate?
The MONTAIGNE is designed for a laptop up to 13.3 inches. For compatibility, it suits the MacBook Air 13 inches or the MacBook Pro 13 inches, as well as computers of equivalent size. The computer has its dedicated compartment, separated from the other pockets. 14-inch and larger models are too big. Before ordering, compare the width and depth of your device to the exterior dimensions of the bag (39 × 28 cm), keeping a margin for the thickness of the leather. A tablet also easily finds its place there.
How is the shoulder strap adjusted?
The shoulder strap is removable: it attaches and detaches in a few seconds, depending on whether you prefer to carry the bag by hand or over the shoulder. It is adjustable from 25 to 60 cm according to the manufacturer's instructions, which allows you to carry it on your shoulder or across your body depending on your size. For optimal comfort, adjust it so that the bag rests at hip height. When you are not using it, remove it and store it in the main pocket: the bag then regains the look of an elegant briefcase, carried by its double handle.
How is the bag organized?
The MONTAIGNE offers numerous storage spaces for its size. On the outside, a front pocket keeps your phone close at hand, without opening the bag. Inside, behind the zipper closure, you find the main pocket, the computer compartment, a back compartment pocket for flat documents, an interior zippered pocket for valuables, and four compartment pockets for the charger, mouse, pens, or a notebook. This organization prevents items from clashing and allows you to find everything in an instant.
How to care for the distressed-effect leather?
The distressed-effect cowhide leather (crazy horse type) is nourished with oils and waxes: it needs very little. Small marks often fade with a rub of the palm, the heat making the oils move. Dust it with a soft and dry cloth. Once or twice a year, apply a thin layer of colorless nourishing balm for oiled leathers, after testing on a discreet area. If the bag has been caught in the rain, let it dry naturally, stuffed with paper, away from a radiator. Avoid solvents, wipes, and household products.
