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Since the inception of Outerknown, our goal has always been to make extremely versatile clothing of great quality, integrity, form, and function. And over the last five years, our friends have been telling us they need bags that can deliver on these same standards while standing up to the wear and tear of the road. So we’ve partnered up with our good friends in Japan who are masters of design and development in the bag space on an entirely new vision we’re calling New Life Project.

Our 4 inaugural styles fuse clean aesthetics with durable, recycled materials. This first drop is about 70% recycled, and we won't stop evolving until we are at 100% in the seasons to come. If these bags aren’t getting beat up, you’re not doing your job! Put these bags through their paces, and let us know how we can continue to improve upon them.

High Function. Minimal Design. Positive Impact.
“The idea is to use recycled materials to create an original assortment of sustainable travel accessories that are as easy on the eyes as they are highly durable and functional. After two years of research and development, we’re bringing you 4 original designs, expertly handcrafted in a small, family-owned workshop in Japan from mostly recycled materials.”

– John Moore, Outerknown Co-Founder & Creative Director

The Backpack
Designed with ergonomic straps and enough pockets to store everything you need for an overnight work trip or a weekend away. Our Creative Director has been using his for the last year, and it’s exceeded all expectations.
-Cushioned laptop slip (fits up to a 17” MacBook)
-Exterior zip pocket for your essentials.
-Side pockets for your reusable water bottle.
-Straps for buckling down towels and other gear.

The Pouch
The organization your travel bag needs. No more digging around for your toothbrush or charging cord. Keep your toiletries and smaller stuff in one place with our double-zip travel pouch.
-Easy-grab phosphorescent rope handle.
-Internal and external organization pockets.
-Water-repellent coating for extended durability.

The Tote
Your all-around reliable everyday tote bag with plenty of internal organization pockets, so you won’t waste time searching for the little things. Great for work, school, or carry-on when we’re up in the air again.
-Phosphorescent rope handles and adjustable shoulder strap.
-Spacious main compartment with internal organization pockets.
-Exterior zip pocket for quick access to the essentials.
-Side pockets for your reusable water bottle.

The Sacoche
Sacoche is French for satchel, so that means it’s functional and stylish too! It’s as minimal as it gets when you need to keep your essentials close to home as you explore.
-Adjustable, phosphorescent rope strap.
-Interior zippered passport pocket.
-Double zipper with quick-access pull tabs.