About this product
Novva Living · Travel Essentials
Leather Film Backpack.
Model 1138-1. A 30L leather film finish business backpack with expandable capacity, full-open access, multi-layer organisation, and a 17″ laptop compartment — available in Black, Dark Grey, and Dark Blue. 30 × 48 × 16.4 cm. Built for the business trip, the commute, and the long travel day.
30LExpandable Capacity
17″Laptop Compartment
FullOpen Access
3Colour Options
Leather Film FinishPremium look, practical build
17″ LaptopFits the largest business laptops
Full-Open AccessEverything visible at once
Expandable 30LCommute to multi-day trip
01Leather Film Finish — Premium Look, Practical Build
The leather film exterior gives the bag a premium, structured appearance that looks intentional in a boardroom or a business lounge — the finish that makes a functional travel backpack feel like a considered piece of business luggage rather than a utility bag.
0217″ Laptop Compartment — Fits the Largest Laptops
The dedicated 17″ compartment fits a MacBook Pro 16″, a large Dell or HP business laptop, or any standard 17″ device without forcing the zip — the compartment size that covers the full range of business laptops rather than only the smaller ones.
03Full-Open Access — Everything Visible at Once
The full-open design lays the bag flat for complete access to all compartments at once — the opening style that makes packing and unpacking at an airport, a hotel, or a meeting room faster and less disruptive than digging through a top-loading bag.
04Expandable 30L — More Space When You Need It
The expandable capacity starts at a manageable size for daily commuting and expands to 30L for longer trips — the flexibility that means one bag works for a day at the office and a multi-day business trip without switching to a larger case.
Product Specifications
Model1138-1
FinishLeather Film
LiningPolyester
Laptop SizeUp to 17 inches
Capacity30L (expandable)
Dimensions30 × 48 × 16.4 cm
ColoursBlack · Dark Grey · Dark Blue
OpeningFull-open
Special FeaturesExpandable Capacity · Multi-layer Organisation
Suitable ForBusiness Travel · Commuting · Daily Use
In the Box1 × Leather Film Backpack (colourway as selected)
Choose Your Colour
Black
The most versatile and authoritative colourway. Works in any professional environment and with any outfit.
Dark Grey
A considered alternative to Black. Slightly softer in appearance while maintaining the same professional register.
Dark Blue
A rich, navy-adjacent tone that adds subtle colour to a business look without compromising professionalism.
- Laptop compartment (17″) — load the laptop first into the padded 17″ sleeve before filling the main compartment. A MacBook Pro 16″, a 17″ Dell or HP business laptop, or any device up to 17″ fits without forcing the zip. The dedicated sleeve keeps the device protected and accessible without unpacking the bag — critical at airport security and in meeting rooms where the laptop needs to come out quickly.
- Main compartment (30L expandable) — at full expanded capacity, the main section comfortably handles a laptop, documents, a change of clothes, toiletries in a bag, chargers, and daily accessories for a 2–3 night business trip. At unexpanded size, the same compartment carries a commute load without the bag feeling underfilled or structurally slack.
- Full-open access — the full-open design lays the bag flat for complete visibility of all compartments simultaneously. Use this for packing at the start of a trip — lay the bag on a bed or a flat surface and fill each layer systematically. At airport security, open the bag fully to present its contents without needing to remove individual items. The full-open format is particularly useful for hotel check-in/check-out when repacking quickly under time pressure.
- Multi-layer organisation — assign consistent zones to each layer: laptop and documents in the rear compartment, chargers and cables in a front pocket, toiletries or a change of clothes in the main centre section. Consistent zoning across trips reduces the time spent locating items and prevents the bag becoming disorganised across multiple travel days.
- Expanding for longer trips — activate the expansion zip when packing for a multi-day trip and close it for day-to-day commuting. The leather film exterior maintains its structured appearance at both sizes — the bag does not look overfilled when expanded if the load is distributed evenly across all compartments.
- Wipe the leather film exterior with a soft, slightly damp cloth to remove surface marks and dust. For more persistent marks, use a small amount of mild soap on the cloth — wipe clean with a fresh damp cloth and dry with a soft dry cloth immediately. Do not submerge or machine wash — the leather film coating is not waterproof and prolonged moisture contact can cause the finish to lift or crack at seams and flex points.
- After cleaning, allow the bag to air-dry fully before use or storage. Do not dry with direct heat (hairdryer, radiator, direct sunlight) — heat can cause the leather film surface to blister, shrink, or separate from the underlying material at stress points.
- Apply a leather film or PU leather conditioner once every few months to maintain the suppleness and appearance of the surface finish. A conditioner prevents the film from drying out and cracking at flex points — particularly relevant at the top handle, shoulder strap attachment points, and along the main compartment zip line where the material bends repeatedly under load.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight when the bag is not in use — UV exposure fades the surface colour and accelerates drying of the leather film over time. Store in a dust bag or a cool, dry location when not in use for extended periods.
- The polyester lining can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Address spills in the lining promptly — leave the main compartment open to air after any liquid contact.
Leather film is a coated synthetic finish rather than genuine leather. It offers a premium appearance with lower maintenance requirements than leather but is more sensitive to heat and prolonged UV exposure than canvas or nylon alternatives. Treat surface marks promptly — the coating resists light marks well when clean, but ingrained dirt is harder to remove once set.
- Black — the most authoritative and versatile colourway in the range. Works in any professional environment — boardrooms, business lounges, client meetings, and commutes — without adjustment. Black leather film reads as intentional and premium; the finish reinforces the quality of the surface material in a way that lighter colours do not. The lowest-maintenance colourway for surface marks in a business travel context — minor scuffs are less visible than on Dark Grey or Dark Blue. The default recommendation for anyone who travels frequently and wants a bag that works in every professional context without consideration.
- Dark Grey — a considered, slightly softer alternative to Black that maintains the same professional register without the full formality of a black bag. In a leather film finish, Dark Grey reads as contemporary and deliberate rather than as a compromise between Black and a lighter tone. A strong choice for anyone who wants a business bag with slightly more visual interest than Black while remaining fully appropriate in formal and semi-formal professional environments. Pairs well with charcoal, navy, grey, and black outfit tones.
- Dark Blue — a rich, navy-adjacent tone that introduces subtle colour into a business travel look without compromising professionalism. In a leather film finish, Dark Blue reads as considered and individual — the colourway that distinguishes the bag in a business lounge full of black backpacks without standing out inappropriately. The strongest choice for anyone who works in creative, media, technology, or consultancy environments where a degree of personal style is expected or welcomed. Pairs naturally with navy, grey, white, and cream outfit tones.
All three colourways are equally professional — the choice is a matter of personal preference and outfit context rather than formality level. For a gift purchase or if uncertain, Black is the safest recommendation.
- Daily commute — at unexpanded size the bag carries a laptop, documents, chargers, a packed lunch, and daily accessories without feeling overlarge for an office commute. The leather film exterior and structured silhouette make it appropriate in professional environments where a nylon or canvas bag might not read as business-appropriate. The multi-layer organisation keeps frequently accessed items (phone, transit card, charger) separated from the main laptop and document load.
- 1–2 night business trip — expand the capacity and the bag handles a laptop, documents, a change of clothes, toiletries in a compact bag, chargers, and daily accessories for a short trip without needing a separate case. The full-open access makes hotel packing and unpacking significantly faster than a top-loading bag. Keep to a disciplined packing list to avoid overloading the expansion — the bag is designed for a compact business travel load rather than a full suitcase replacement.
- Airport use — the 30 × 48 × 16.4 cm dimensions make this a viable personal item (under-seat bag) on most carriers. Verify your airline’s specific personal item allowance before travel — some carriers limit personal items to smaller dimensions. The full-open access is particularly useful at security screening: the bag lays flat on the tray and presents its contents clearly, reducing the likelihood of being asked to remove items individually.
- Meeting-room use — the leather film finish and structured silhouette mean the bag can be placed on a conference table or left visible in a client environment without looking out of place. The full-open design allows documents and a laptop to be retrieved without unpacking the bag entirely in front of a client.
- Long travel days — the shoulder strap and handle design keep the bag comfortable across a full travel day. Distribute the load evenly across all compartments rather than loading the main section exclusively — a well-distributed 30L load is significantly more comfortable across a long journey than the same weight concentrated in one compartment.
Carry-on compatibility: at 30 × 48 × 16.4 cm this bag falls within most standard carry-on personal item dimensions, but allowances vary by carrier and cabin class. Always verify with your specific airline before travel.
The Idea
“Expandable 30L, 17″ laptop, full-open access — the leather film business backpack that opens completely and carries everything from the commute to the multi-day trip.”
Leather Film
17″ Laptop
Expandable 30L
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