Seen a bunch of conflicting stuff on this. Do straight male analysts bring bags to carry their laptop to the office? Think banker bags are great for gym, not for fragile laptops...
I don’t want to use backpack. I also don’t want a manpurse. what should I get?
Also, leather bags don’t need to match shoes, correct?
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Fellas: Is it gay to have a bag??
I’d advise against getting a bag. The key to a successful office romance and professional networking is for you to bump into them and drop any and all belongings that you were holding. When they help you pick them up you’re in poll position to get their number, exposure to better deals, or even mandates if you pull this off at the senior level.
I think carrying a laptop and dropping it will increase the returns from employing this strategy by increasing pity and confusion.
I presume that you're not in NYC. Nylon or similar briefcase or laptop bag is expected. Bonus points if it has your company logo on it. Extra bonus points if it has a legacy company logo on it.