From the Office to the Airport and Back
A well-designed briefcase is one of those things you notice when it is absent. The scramble for documents at the meeting, the overpacked bag that takes a minute to find anything in, the shoulder ache from a bag that was never quite right for the day. At Lipault, our briefcase is built around the opposite of all of that: organised, comfortable and quietly confident from the moment you pick it up.
Choose Your Format
Professional carry means different things depending on the day. Our range covers the spread, from a structured briefcase to softer, more relaxed alternatives.
- The structured briefcase: our most classic professional format, with a padded laptop compartment and organised sections for documents and daily essentials. The considered choice when you want a bag that looks as composed in a meeting as it does on the commute.
- The lightweight tote: a spacious, softer take on the professional carry bag, generous enough for a laptop, documents and your essentials while staying light enough to carry from morning to evening. Interior pockets keep smaller items in order, and top handles let you carry at your side or over one shoulder.
- The soft carryall: the most relaxed option, compact on the outside and thoughtfully organised inside, with front pockets for the things you reach for most. Top handles and a shoulder strap give you flexibility, and a back sleeve slides over a suitcase handle for easy airport navigation.
Several of our formats are also confirmed as free personal item or underseat luggage on selected airlines, with the confirmation shown on the relevant product pages. Exact dimensions, weights and laptop compartment sizes are listed on every product page.
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FAQ
What is a briefcase?
A briefcase is a structured carry bag designed for professional use, typically featuring organised compartments for documents, a laptop and daily work essentials. Unlike a backpack, it is carried by top handles, giving it a more formal and considered look that suits business settings. A good briefcase keeps everything organised and within easy reach throughout the working day, whether you are commuting to the office, travelling to a client meeting or catching a flight for a business trip.
What makes a Lipault briefcase different from a laptop backpack?
The main difference is carrying style and how the bag presents in professional settings. A laptop backpack is worn on the back and suits a more casual, mobile day. Our briefcase formats are carried by the side using top handles or a shoulder strap, with a silhouette that feels more suited to formal and professional environments such as meetings, client visits and business travel. If you prefer the backpack format with a dedicated laptop compartment, our laptop backpacks cover a wide range of professional silhouettes.
Is the Lipault briefcase suitable for air travel?
Yes. Several of our formats are confirmed as free underseat luggage on easyJet standard fares, making them a practical and stylish choice for short business trips where you want to avoid extra baggage fees, with the confirmation shown on the relevant product pages. They are designed to keep your documents flat and your laptop protected throughout the journey, and the more compact formats fit neatly under the seat without any awkward rearranging. As airline allowances can vary and change, we always recommend checking your specific carrier's policy before you travel, and exact dimensions are listed on every product page.
What fits inside a Lipault briefcase?
Enough for a full working day, organised so you are not searching for anything. Our structured briefcase formats include a padded laptop compartment alongside sections for documents and daily essentials, so your tech travels protected. Our softer tote and carryall formats offer a spacious main compartment with interior and front pockets for the things you reach for most, giving you room for documents, a laptop and everything else the day needs. If laptop protection is your first priority, check the compartment dimensions listed on each product page, or take a look at our laptop backpacks for a hands-free alternative.
What material are Lipault briefcase bags made from?
Our briefcase formats are made from durable, water-resistant materials chosen to hold their look through daily use. Styles with a matte rubber effect finish have a soft-touch, contemporary feel and stand up well to everyday scuffs and splashes. Styles in lightweight twill nylon are softer, with a slightly more relaxed character. Exact material details for each style are listed on its product page.
How do I care for my Lipault briefcase?
With a little regular care, your briefcase will maintain its professional appearance for a long time. For the exterior, use the Lipault travel accessories cleaner or a damp cloth with mild soap in gentle circular motions to remove everyday marks and scuffs. The rubber effect material responds well to this treatment. The interior only needs a quick wipe to remove dust or debris. Avoid overloading the bag beyond its intended capacity, as this puts unnecessary strain on the zips and structure over time.
What other Lipault bags are suitable for professional use?
Lipault offers several formats designed with professional use in mind. Our laptop backpacks cover a wide range of professional silhouettes with dedicated padded laptop compartments. Our business trolleys bring the same professional focus with the added ease of rolling wheels, ideal for frequent business travellers. And our crossbody sling bags offer a compact, hands-free option for lighter professional days.