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Modern Backpacks

Explore modern backpacks with contemporary style and L.L.Bean quality. Compare individual pack sizes, designs and product details to find the right balance of space and style for what you carry.

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Continental Rucksack, Waxed Canvas
L.L.Bean Continental Rucksack, Waxed Canvas
A tan waxed-canvas backpack with leather trim, laptop and hydration sleeves, and breathable padded straps.
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$200 $200
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$200 $200
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Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L
L.L.Bean Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L
A blue weatherproof 420-denier polyester backpack with padded straps, laptop compartment, reflective piping, and water-bottle pockets.
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$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L
A red, weatherproof nylon school backpack with laptop compartment, lumbar support, reflective trim and bottle pockets.
(2,724)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Great color and design
Durable and sturdy
Roomy and spacious
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $54.95
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L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L, Print
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L, Print
A multicolor polyester backpack with weatherproof fabric, padded straps, reflective trim and organized pockets.
(1,774)
$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Bean's Explorer Backpack, 32L
L.L.Bean Bean's Explorer Backpack, 32L
A weatherproof polyester/nylon backpack with padded airflow straps, reflective piping, and versatile organized storage.
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$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L, Print
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L, Print
A multicolor weatherproof polyester backpack with laptop compartment, dual compartments, reflective trim, and ergonomic padded support.
(2,064)
$54.95 $39.99
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$54.95 $39.99
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Junior Original Book Pack, 17L, Print
L.L.Bean Junior Original Book Pack, 17L, Print
A weatherproof multicolor polyester junior backpack with reflective trim, organizer pockets, water-bottle storage, and smaller-fit straps.
(1,237)
$39.95 $39.95
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$39.95 $39.95
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L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, 20L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, 20L
A blue, ultralight recycled-polyester daypack that packs into its own pocket, with breathable mesh comfort.
(1,045)
$69.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Ample storage space
Durable construction
Attractive color options
Functional features
Lightweight design
$69.95 $49.99
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Mountain Classic Cordura Pack, 22L
L.L.Bean Mountain Classic Cordura Pack, 22L
A black Cordura nylon backpack with padded laptop storage, organized compartments, and water-resistant durability.
(188)
$110 $79.99
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What customers like:
Attractive color
Thoughtful design
Durable material
Fits laptop and notebook
$110 $79.99
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L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Day Pack, 15L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Day Pack, 15L
A gray nylon daypack with breathable foam straps, stretch mesh pockets, and a hydration sleeve.
(38)
$99.95 $74.99
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$99.95 $74.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Day Pack, 15L
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Day Pack, 15L
A gray nylon day pack with breathable foam straps, stretch mesh pockets, and hydration compatibility.
(23)
$99.95 $74.99
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What customers like:
Ample storage for snacks, jackets, and gear
Versatile for outdoor activities and hiking
Comfortable straps reduce shoulder weight
Holds multiple water bottles
Lightweight and easy to carry
$99.95 $74.99
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 36L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 36L
A black nylon laptop backpack with organized storage, breathable straps, bottle holders, and reflective trim.
(0)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Wharf Street Commuter Pack
L.L.Bean Wharf Street Commuter Pack
A black recycled-nylon commuter backpack with padded 17-inch laptop storage and a convenient trolley sleeve.
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$79.95 $59.99
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$79.95 $59.99
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L.L.Bean Waterproof Stowaway Day Pack
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Waterproof Stowaway Day Pack
An ultralight black day pack with recycled polyester, roll-top closure, taped seams, and a stowaway pouch.
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$64.95 $64.95
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$64.95 $64.95
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 42L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 42L
A white nylon laptop backpack with ergonomic straps, padded laptop compartment, organizer pockets and water-bottle pockets.
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$110 $79.99
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$110 $79.99
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L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, Print
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, Print
A black recycled ripstop backpack that packs into a pocket, with padded straps and plentiful pockets.
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$69.95 $49.99
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$69.95 $49.99
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Maine Warden's Field Pack
L.L.Bean Maine Warden's Field Pack
A green, water-resistant field pack made from recycled polyester with breathable support and versatile organization.
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$170 $170
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$170 $170
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 24L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 24L
A purple nylon school backpack with padded laptop sleeve, organizer pockets, breathable straps, and reflective trim.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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L.L.Bean Continental Rucksack
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Continental Rucksack
A blue nylon hiking backpack with a laptop and hydration sleeve, fleece-lined pockets, and padded straps.
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$140 $118.99
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$140 $118.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Pack, 22L
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Pack, 22L
A gray nylon hiking backpack with breathable padding, hydration sleeve, trekking attachments, and convenient storage pockets.
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$120 $89.99
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$120 $89.99
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Waxed Canvas Travel Backpack
L.L.Bean Waxed Canvas Travel Backpack
A blue waxed-canvas travel backpack with leather trim, laptop sleeve, padded straps and weather-resistant construction.
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$170 $139.99
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$170 $139.99
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Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack, 55L
Osprey Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack, 55L
A black travel backpack made from recycled nylon, featuring a detachable day pack and adjustable torso.
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$240 $240
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$240 $240
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Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Plus Day Pack, 22L
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Plus Day Pack, 22L
A gray nylon daypack with breathable padding, hydration sleeve, trekking attachments, and stretch mesh bottle pockets.
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$120 $89.99
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$120 $89.99
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L.L.Bean Continental Rucksack, Color Block
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Continental Rucksack, Color Block
A red hiking backpack with durable recycled polyester, laptop/hydration sleeve and fleece-lined electronics pocket.
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$140 $140
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$140 $140
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Modern Backpacks

Modern backpacks bring a fresh perspective to a familiar shape, with an emphasis on clean lines, balanced proportions, and thoughtful visual details. The appeal is less about following a passing trend and more about finding a style that feels right alongside the things you already enjoy wearing. A simple outline can look understated without feeling plain, while a distinctive shape or contrasting accent can add personality without taking over. Modern design also leaves room for different tastes: pared-back and quiet, relaxed and outdoorsy, or more structured and defined. The overall impression comes from the relationship between the main body, front panels, straps, openings, and visible hardware rather than any one detail. A rounded top gives a backpack a different character than a squared outline, just as a narrow profile looks different from a broader shape. Neither direction is inherently better; each offers another way to express a personal preference. Color plays an equally important part. A single-color design puts more attention on shape and surface, while contrasting sections make the individual elements more noticeable. For a closer look at a classic color direction, Black Backpacks offer a natural starting point. Dark tones can create a restrained visual impression, but lighter shades and more expressive colors have a place in modern style, too. The most satisfying choice is often the one that feels connected to your existing wardrobe rather than separate from it. Picture a backpack beside a favorite jacket or a well-loved pair of shoes: the colors do not need to match exactly to belong together. Similar proportions, a shared sense of simplicity, or a small repeated accent can create that connection. This approach gives modern backpacks an appeal that extends beyond a particular look, allowing personal style to lead instead of a rigid definition of what modern should mean.

Closer attention reveals how much a backpack’s character depends on its smaller design decisions. The placement of a seam, the outline of a front section, or the contrast between a zipper and the surrounding surface can change the appearance of the entire bag. A design with few visible divisions may feel visually quiet, while one with more defined sections can have a more detailed, outdoors-inspired character. Texture matters to appearance as well, although photographs alone cannot establish material composition, feel, or performance. Material information belongs in the individual product description, where the actual composition can be considered alongside the design. A modern appearance does not, by itself, establish how a backpack is constructed, how long it will last, or what care it requires. Those distinctions make the details worth reading rather than treating similar-looking backpacks as interchangeable. Dimensions are another useful point of comparison because a photograph can make very different sizes appear alike. Stated measurements give scale to the shape and help explain whether the proportions match the look you have in mind. Fit deserves its own attention rather than being inferred from size or styling, with any provided sizing and adjustment information offering a more specific reference. The same care applies to intended use: an uncluttered exterior is a visual quality, not evidence of suitability for a particular activity or the presence of a particular feature. Descriptions and specifications provide the appropriate place to confirm those details. Durability is likewise a matter of documented construction and product information, not simply a rugged-looking finish or substantial silhouette. Care instructions help complete the picture, since cleaning methods should follow the directions for the particular backpack rather than a general assumption about its appearance. Together, these considerations allow style and practical expectations to remain distinct but equally important. The result is a more considered choice, grounded in what a backpack actually offers as well as how it looks.

There is also a personal side to choosing a modern backpack that specifications cannot fully capture. Some people are drawn to a familiar shape with fewer visible details; others prefer a more noticeable outline or a color that stands apart from the rest of their belongings. A restrained design can feel expressive through proportion alone, and a bolder design can still feel timeless when its elements work together. The difference often lies in which details continue to appeal after the first glance. Imagine setting two different styles beside the same outfit: one might echo its relaxed lines, while the other introduces a more defined contrast. Both combinations can feel natural, depending on the person wearing them. Looking at the whole design helps avoid giving too much weight to a single accent that is attractive in isolation but less appealing as part of the complete bag. Front, side, and back views each contribute to that understanding, showing how the shape carries through beyond the main photograph. For someone choosing a gift, these personal preferences are a useful starting point. A recipient who consistently chooses simple clothing and understated accessories may appreciate a similarly quiet visual style, while someone who enjoys distinctive colors may prefer a more expressive direction. Familiarity with the recipient’s tastes is more helpful than assuming that one version of modern design suits everyone. Any requirements for size, fit, or particular features still deserve confirmation rather than guesswork. For a personal purchase, the same balance applies: visual appeal creates the initial connection, while the individual details determine whether the choice meets your expectations. There is no need for every element to make a statement. Sometimes a well-proportioned shape, a pleasing color, and a few carefully placed details are what make a design memorable. Modern backpacks leave room for that kind of simplicity, along with more individual interpretations of a familiar essential. The lasting appeal comes from choosing a look that feels genuinely your own, with enough attention to the details to appreciate the whole design rather than just its first impression.
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