Makr Utility Bag

by Stephen

 

Although they’ve used a similar shape, Makr’s Utility Bag isn’t the kind of tote bag you’d find on your girlfriend’s shoulder. This is a tote bag on steroids. Thick, cotton duck canvas and thicker Horween Manitoba leather protect your stuff from any adventure you’ll find yourself in (in this case, a trip to Point Dume, Malibu). Every time you reach into the bag, you’ll feel the noticeably soft, sanded twill against the back of your hand. Soft and smooth on the inside, tough and rugged on the outside. These smart considerations to fabric and treatment really speak towards the user-based design values that Makr was founded on. The bag’s outer is branded by a single, blank patch of that Horween leather; this isn’t the kind of company who would put giant logos all over their products, they’d rather let the materials and design speak for itself.

 

 

Makr Carry Goods has quickly grown a loyal following, mainly for the design and durability of their bags, but also for the lifestyle they represent. Their blog is one of my favorites: a great curation of behind the scenes photos, product updates, and inspirational images. Heavily inspired by vintage outdoor and skate culture, Makr’s emphasis on quality workmanship and beautiful leather separates them from the current wave of similarly minimal bags.

 

 

 

 

 

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