Herschel Settlement Gargoyle Tonal Backpack 11407-05900-OS

Over the summer months and now in the back-to-school season, I have been comparative shopping for a backpack. This Herschel is the best of all. The construction is solid, the zippers and compartments in just the right place AND is good looking!

I have been trying for years to find a backpack that suits a grown up professional woman with a city commute. The "professional" ones are so boxy and boring, and when they're sized for a smaller woman, they don't hold enough. And my old North Face backpack was too structured, with too many pockets and gadget spaces to actually carry anything well. I finally found this black bag and I love it. It feels great to carry --well balanced and even with a full load of stuff, it's still light. I can actually carry books (I'm a college professor) --backpacks aren't made to carry books anymore!! My son had a Herschel lunch box that he no longer needs (he's away at college now) so I can now use that in the backpack too--fits great and I don't worry about leaks. I bought the rectangular pencil case to go with it (it's a Little Herschel but who cares) to stash all my pens, classroom supplies, and adapters and chargers. I am finding I like this removable pouch way more than having more pockets for stuff. It's easier to access and I can carry it on its own when I go to class in the same building as my office. And finally, the black bag with gold zipper looks a little more stylish, and less kid-like. My only wish is that there was a smaller side pocket to easily slip out your transit pass without taking the bag off your back. I've been reaching awkwardly into the bottle pocket, although that works well enough. But almost no bags seem to have solved this problem so I am not going to blame this one. Thank you Herschel!!

I love the deep red color, and the canvas is really sturdy. The straps are nicely padded, and the bag easily fits my laptop (appreciate the laptop sleeve), binders, snacks, etc. I've had my bag for a few months now, and so far so good!

Good sturdy backpack for school that can fit laptop, planner, and some notebooks. Would definitely recommend.

This backpack saved us! My daughter's backpack fell apart after only two months of use so we ordered her a Herschel to replace. She loves it and it's so sturdy and reliable. She'll love this backpack for years to come!

I purchased this backpack in the pink color with gold zipper and absolutely love it! I use it for work and its very roomy. Fits my 16in laptop and the 1 side pocket fits my 40oz Stanley the other pocket is for a regular sized umbrella. The big front pocket is roomy as well with a mesh insert for smaller things. It is waterproof-I got rained on the other day. I did take off 1 star because the zipper is a bit rough and doesn't glide as easy-due to the color I didn't want to put WD40 as it my go into the fabric and stain the color. The straps are thick and padded which I like. Overall, its a great backpack and will certainly buy again.

I needed a backpack that would work for the office, could also work for travel, and be a bit dressy but still sturdy. This fit the bill - especially in the beautiful green color with gold accents. My only complaint is the harsh zippers - they are sharp and very stiff. I have to be very careful in avoiding coming into contact with them - either skin or fabric - as they are sharp! Would love a more malleable but still strong zipper track in the future.

It's a great backpack, the zippers are awful though. They are so rough they tear up my hands with just everyday use.

Everything about this bag is great, color pockets, but the zipper is flimsy. Gets stuck and just not smooth at all.

The sippers were very sharp and they cut my hand a little. Could I possibly return?