Recycled Poly
Black Exterior / Gold Hardware / Lavender Interior
Our smallest eco-friendly backpack, designed for everyday use and can hold up to a 13” laptop. Perfect for quick day-trips to the farmer’s market, commutes or even a road trip.
Overall rating: 4.36 / 5 from 225 reviews.
The Beacon backpack is praised for its perfect size, sleek design, and high-quality material, making it ideal for everyday use. Customers appreciate its numerous compartments and professional look, though some have mixed feelings about the fit and straps.
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"I love this backpack but I wish it was just a tad deeper. The height is good for my use as I can now stuff a file folder in the back section without having to bend the folder when I zip it shut. The front pocket is tight and difficult to place your hand into it; I’ve scratched myself on the zipper many times trying to retrieve what I put in there. Easy to order, very well packaged and arrives on time."
"I have had the OG for years, which I still love for a regular business trip. But recently, I had gone to a conference and found it heavy to carry around the whole day as I was rarely sitting in one place. So, for my next big conference, I wanted a bag that was still super cute and professional looking, but not too large. This easily carries my small laptop (not mine is 13", some snacks, a notebook and a small cardigan. perfect for my conference needs."
"I purchased the Rowledge bag. Love all of the great features, especially the small picket on top. The downside is that it was heavy for me. I was using it as a purse and it’s perfect for shopping or travel. It’s heavy for everyday so I ordered the Beacon. It also has great features. I wish there was a little more room in the bottom of the bag. I can’t carry my wallet and makeup bag. I’m still trying to figure out how to make it all work. I just wish it was a little bit deeper or that I could remove the inside like on my Rowledge. I do like the quality and awesome features in you bags. I did a lot of research before I bought the Rowledge."
"I found this bag to be smaller than expected (I'm replacing one of similar size but it seems to have room for more stuff. ) I also was disappointed that I couldn't return it even for an exchange, it will be going to any consignment store that will take it. Finally, the big gold zipper is a bit silly, the covered black zippers look much better."
"This is an elegant, well made backpack perfect for travel, daily errands, or going into the office. A tablet fits in it well but probably not a laptop. The material is water resistant, wipes clean and is a strong material. Quality hardwear and it's stitched well. Love this bag!"
"I bought this as a replacement for a Lo & Sons bag I bought several years ago which has been discontinued (the Hanover 2). The bag looked comparable online, but it's about half the size. It's super small and the front pocket is difficult to open. I'm struggling to think of a practical use for it now that I see the size. I wish I could return it but it was final sale. It seems like there aren't any comparable bags to the Hanover."
"This backpack is the size of a child's backpack. It barely fits what I need for a regular day at work"
"Great backpack, very sheek! Only complaint is that the pockets are a little tight & small- hard to get things in and out of and I have small hands."
"If you're looking for a cross between a purse and a backpack for commuting, this is the one for you. . . unfortunately it's not what I was hoping for. I ordered the closest thing to my Hanover Backpack from 2019, and this bag is significantly smaller. Everyone in my family quoted Zoolander to comment on the size, and after doing the initial load, I reluctantly sent it back due to capacity issues. I'll always love and vouch for this company for their quality and simple details (hence five stars), but my search for a simple backpack with classy lines continues. . ."
"The bag is well made, but be cautious if you don’t have a very slim MacBook. My standard 13" Lenovo laptop does not fit in the compartment in a way that allows the bag to close, despite the description stating it fits up to a 13" laptop. Customer service explained the sizing is based on diagonal screen measurement. Worth knowing before purchasing, especially since final sale items aren’t eligible for returns."
