Backpacks for Every Plan

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Explore backpacks for commutes, campus, travel, gym days and light hikes. Compare capacity, compartments, laptop protection, weight and materials side by side, then narrow the pick that matches how you carry your day.
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Six new backpacks, each solving a different carry need

Six everyday picks that cover the bases: recycled builds, classic organization, city comfort, foldable travel lightness, athletic shoe storage and roomy weekend capacity. Each earns its place by solving a different carry problem.
DSW Eco-Friendly Backpack Made From Recycled Materials for Everyday Carry and Travel
Made from recycled materials, this stylish pick is an easy everyday carry for class, errands or a weekend away. It keeps the look you want while putting reclaimed fabric to work, so choosing it feels good and holds up to daily use. A smart first pick for shoppers who want a lighter footprint without giving up style.
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DSW Classic Backpack With Multiple Compartments for Everyday Organization
Simple, reliable and roomy, the Classic Backpack leans on multiple compartments to keep chargers, notebooks and snacks sorted. If you like a straightforward silhouette that pairs with anything and does the daily organizing for you, this is the sensible place to start your search.
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DSW Urban Backpack With Padded Straps for a Sleek Modern Commute
Built for city pace, the Urban Backpack pairs padded straps with a sleek profile so your commute stays comfortable and sharp. Slide it under a café table or onto a train rack and it holds its shape. Ideal for shoppers who want one bag that works from office desk to evening plans.
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DSW Lightweight Travel Backpack With Foldable Design for Easy Packing
Travelers who pack light will like the foldable design that flattens into a suitcase when you do not need it. Ultra-light on the shoulders and easy to stash, it works as the backup bag for detours, market runs and carry-on limits. A smart choice for minimal packers.
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DSW Athletic Backpack With Ventilated Shoe Compartment and Bottle Pockets
Gym days get easier with a ventilated shoe compartment that keeps sneakers apart from clean gear, plus water bottle pockets within reach. Whether you cycle to practice or head straight to the studio, this pack carries the load and handles the mess for sports enthusiasts.
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DSW Travel Backpack With Spacious Comfortable Carry for Weekend Trips
Spacious where it counts, the Travel Backpack gives you room for a long weekend while staying comfortable on your back. Consider it your main carry for airport sprints, hotel hops and day trips. Best for travelers who want one bag that holds everything and travels well.
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Featured Backpack Pick With Roomy Carry and Comfortable Straps for Everyday Trips

A standout pick for shoppers who want one bag that covers a full day without fuss. Expect a roomy main compartment, organized pockets for chargers and bottles, and padded straps that keep the load comfortable. Water-resistant fabric adds confidence when the weather shifts, and a streamlined shape slides under a seat.
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DSW Adventure Backpack, Water-Resistant and Spacious for Hiking or Travel Days Away

Durable and spacious, the Adventure Backpack is built with water-resistant materials for hiking trails and travel days when the weather turns. Consider it the pack that keeps going when plans change: load it up, shoulder the straps and head out knowing your gear stays dry.
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A classic black backpack with adjustable straps and a padded back panel on a light surface

DSW Classic Black Backpack With Adjustable Straps and Padded Back for Everyday Wear

Timeless black goes with everything, and adjustable straps plus a padded back keep the daily load comfortable. It is the no-fuss pick for shoppers who want one dependable bag for work, school and weekends without thinking about what matches.
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DSW Urban Backpack With Multiple Compartments for Modern City Lifestyles

Practicality meets style here: multiple compartments organize the small stuff while the sleek city-friendly shape stays comfortable all day. Good for shoppers who commute, study and meet friends without switching bags.
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Backpacks for every plan and every day

From packed commutes to weekend trails, backpacks cover a lot of ground. Match the build to your heaviest day, and the right pick keeps your gear sorted, protected and easy to carry.
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Daily Commutes and Campus Days

Commuters and students need a padded sleeve, quick-access pockets and straps that stay comfy over hours. A streamlined pack holding a laptop plus a few extras keeps the daily haul light and easy to grab.

A roomy travel backpack with compression straps standing beside an open carry-on suitcase in a hotel room
Travel Days and Spare Bags

Travelers get more from foldable or roomy builds that pack light, stash flat and still open wide for airport sprints, hotel hops and market detours along the way home.

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Gym Sessions and Studio Runs

Athletes want a ventilated shoe compartment so sneakers stay apart from clean gear, plus bottle pockets within reach. That separation keeps odors and moisture off the rest of your load.

A water-resistant backpack with beaded raindrops resting on a rock along a wooded trail
Weekend Hikes and Day Trips

For trails and day trips, water-resistant fabric and a spacious main body protect gear when the weather turns, while compression straps keep the load steady on longer walks outdoors.

How to Pick Yours

Compare the factors that decide which backpack fits your day

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Capacity and Compartments

More compartments keep chargers, notebooks and snacks sorted, while a roomier main body suits longer days out.

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Weight When Empty

An ultra-light or foldable build cuts shoulder strain and packs flat into a suitcase as a spare bag.

A padded laptop sleeve inside an open backpack resting on an office desk beside a closed laptop

Laptop Protection

A padded sleeve keeps tech snug, so commuters and students can skip the separate laptop case on short trips.

A water-resistant backpack with beaded raindrops on its exterior fabric, resting on a bench outdoors

Weather and Material

Water-resistant fabrics and recycled builds change how a pack handles rain, trails and everyday wear.

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Strap and Back Comfort

Padded shoulder straps and a cushioned back panel matter most when you carry weight for hours at a time.

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Specialized Storage

Ventilated shoe compartments and bottle pockets separate gym gear and keep drinks within quick reach.

Find Your Type

Backpack types, sorted by the job they do best

Backpacks split by the job they do best: commuter and campus styles with padded tech storage, travel and foldable builds that pack light, and athletic or adventure packs with specialized compartments. Match the type to your heaviest day.
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A slim commuter backpack with a padded laptop sleeve resting on a train platform bench
Commuter and Campus Backpacks

Padded tech sleeves and smart organization keep laptops, chargers and notebooks sorted, so a walk to the office or lecture hall feels easy. Comfortable straps matter most when you carry weight all day.

A foldable travel backpack partly packed beside an open suitcase on a hotel floor
Travel and Foldable Backpacks

Ultra-light nylon and foldable builds flatten into a suitcase as a spare bag, which suits detours, market runs and carry-on limits. Expect less structure and padding in exchange for that packability.

An athletic backpack with an open shoe compartment sitting on a trail-side bench
Athletic and Adventure Backpacks

Ventilated shoe compartments, bottle pockets and water-resistant fabrics handle gym gear, trails and light hikes. These packs trade a bit of polish for specialized storage that keeps messy items apart.

Backpack shoppers share real carry wins

Maya R.
Maya R.Found the right size after comparing capacity
I kept overpacking one bag that hurt my shoulders, so I compared capacity and straps side by side. Picking a roomier main compartment with padded straps made the daily carry feel lighter, and I stopped reaching for a second bag.
Jordan T.
Jordan T.Commuter fit came down to laptop protection
A padded sleeve was the deciding factor for me. Sliding my laptop into its own pocket instead of the main compartment saved time at security and kept bottles away from my gear. That small detail made the commute smoother.
Priya S.
Priya S.Traded structure for foldable travel lightness
For trips I wanted something that packed flat into my suitcase. The foldable pick is ultra-light and easy to stash, and it handled market runs and detours without complaint. I just keep heavier daily loads in a sturdier pack.
Chris L.
Chris L.Water-resistant fabric earned its place in my rotation
Light rain used to mean a plastic bag over my things. A water-resistant build beads moisture off in drizzle, which covers most of my week. I still pouch up valuables for heavy storms, but the everyday worry is gone.
Alex M.
Alex M.Shoe compartment solved my gym-gear mess
Sneakers in the main compartment was a bad habit I could not break. A ventilated side compartment keeps them apart from clean clothes, and the bottle pocket means one less thing to juggle. Now the post-workout load stays tidy.

Answers to the backpack questions shoppers ask most

From sizing and laptop fit to weather resistance and member shipping, these are the questions shoppers weigh most when choosing a backpack, along with honest trade-offs to help you narrow the field faster.
Start with what you carry daily. If it is a laptop, a charger and a few extras, a commuter-style pack with a padded sleeve is usually enough. If you add gym gear or a change of clothes, look for a roomier main compartment. Check that your laptop fits the sleeve before you buy.
A padded sleeve protects tech from bumps and keeps it separated from books and bottles, which is handy for workdays and campus runs. A single open compartment offers more flexible space for odd-shaped items. Weigh protection against versatility based on how often you carry a device.
Water-resistant materials help beads of moisture roll off in light rain and daily drizzle, but they are not the same as fully waterproof. For heavy or prolonged rain, keep valuable items in an inner pouch. Check the product details for care guidance on each style.
Foldable designs are ultra-lightweight and pack flat into a suitcase, which makes them an easy spare bag for detours or extra souvenirs. They trade some structure and padding for that lightness, so they suit backup duty better than daily heavy loads.
DSW offers free shipping, and VIP members earn rewards perks as part of the membership program. Signing up is free and worth it if you shop regularly, since perks add up across categories. Check current membership terms on the site for full details.

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DSW Flats

Explore DSW flats in every shape, from Mary Janes and ballet silhouettes to slip-on loafers. Compare prices, clearance deals and designer names side by side, then pick the pair that fits your day, your budget and your VIP perks.

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DSW Mens Shoes

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DSW Womens Sandals

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