Adults should be particular about their shoulder bags! Until now, I thought "Leather is good enough for now," but when I tried it, it turned out to be the best.

2024/09 HushTug Editorial Department

There's probably not a day that goes by without seeing this bag while walking around town; it's such a classic item.

Maybe you, reading this article, have done this yourself.

This is the shoulder bag, an item that is loved by people of all ages and genders.

As a person in my 30s, I had vaguely thought, "Wouldn't leather be good enough for now?" when it came to shoulder bags, but after paying particular attention to the size and other aspects, I found that it was so perfect that I decided to write a review.

Popular shoulder bag from "HushTug"

Let me introduce myself again. My name is Toda, and I am the representative of the leather brand HushTug.

It's in the middle of the photo

The products used this time are from HushTug, the leather brand he runs himself, so you might be thinking, "Is this just a promotional ad?" but let me ask you one thing.

To be honest, even though it was our own product, I'm not the type of person who is particularly picky about shoulder bags.

The shoulder bag was conceived as a product by an employee in charge of product development, so I always thought of it as a common, standard item that many people use.

It's an item that hasn't really been on my radar until now.

However, when the product went on sale , just one month after pre-orders began, over 300 units were sold without any reviews whatsoever.

This is the shoulder bag.

Naturally, the customers who buy from me are not all young people; most of them are in their 30s and 40s like me, and some are even older than 60 .

Until now, I've thought that any leather shoulder bag would be fine.

However, seeing how highly rated it was by people my age, my interest was stirred and I decided to actually give it a try.

To tell you the results, it was so great that I confronted the employee who recommended it to me, asking, "Why didn't you tell me about it earlier?"

From here, I'd like to introduce three reasons why I personally feel that a sturdy leather shoulder bag is especially recommended for adults .

1. Lightness is the most important thing. "The bag that adults of the parent generation carry"

The first thing I felt was, surprisingly, that this is a bag that people in their 30s and above like me, especially those in the generation who are busy working and raising children, should have.

When you go to lunch at work
・Leave your luggage at the hotel when you are on a business trip or travelling and go out
・Going out with small children or your wife

This is a situation that most adults find themselves in. When you need a smartphone, wallet, book, and plastic bottle, but don't want to carry a lot of luggage, a leather shoulder bag is the perfect choice.

Naturally, there isn't much storage capacity, but the lightness and comfort more than make up for that.

In the past, I used to go out with a backpack, but I often felt that the backpack was too big even though I wasn't carrying anything particularly heavy .

However, for anything smaller than that, my only options were tote-like handbags or body bags.

These bags had disadvantages such as your hands getting blocked or them sticking too closely to your body and causing discomfort due to sweat, but so far I haven't noticed any of these disadvantages with shoulder bags.

2. The size is just right! "The size of the essential item +2"

This depends on the brand and product, but for horizontal shoulder bags that are not too large, the size is just right.

Even in situations like those mentioned in ① where you want to travel light, it’s always better to be able to store things other than your wallet and smartphone.

For example, the size was very convenient as it could fit 1-2 more items in addition to essential items, such as a tablet such as an iPad , a plastic bottle , or a book or newspaper to pass the time .

Another popular compact bag is the body bag, but I personally really like that the size and shape of this bag makes it less casual and allows you to carry it more smartly.

3) Surprisingly, it can be worn with any outfit. "It has a low presence in a good way."

Something I noticed while carrying the bag myself, and also while reading customer reviews, is that surprisingly, shoulder bags can be used with any outfit .

In particular, I think that genuine leather shoulder bags look natural whether paired with a casual T-shirt or with more sophisticated clothing such as a jacket.

Body bags and casual backpacks are worn with a specific outfit, but men's shoulder bags tend to be in subdued colors like black or navy blue, are square in shape, and have thin shoulder straps, so they are unobtrusive in a good way, and surprisingly, are items that can be used with any outfit .

This might not suit such a person.

However, of course, there are some people for whom shoulder bags just don't suit them .

These are people who always carry bulky items or who always have a lot of belongings .

For example, a shoulder bag is a good item if you just want to head out with your wallet, smartphone, plastic bottle, and book, but if you have a lot of bulky items such as a change of clothes, it may be difficult to go out with a shoulder bag.

Also, while shoulder bags come in a variety of sizes, if they are too big, they can cause shoulder pain and diminish the benefits of a lightweight shoulder bag.

People who feel that backpacks or handbags are too big for normal luggage will be able to use shoulder bags comfortably , so if you're the type who wants to carry a lot of things with you because you're worried, I recommend a bag with a larger capacity than a shoulder bag.

Shoulder bags recommended for discerning adults

As I have actually used one and been impressed by how comfortable it is, I would say that HushTug shoulder bags are "recommended for anyone who wants a shoulder bag made of high-quality genuine leather."

・The size is slightly small to medium for a shoulder bag ・It is casual but made of genuine leather and has a luxurious feel ・Exceptional value for money for a genuine leather shoulder bag made in Japan

These are the three reasons why this bag will not disappoint as your first shoulder bag.

The size is slightly small to medium for a shoulder bag.

Shoulder bags come in a wide variety of sizes, but there is a large difference in size among them.

Shoulder bags range in size from small ones that can only fit a smartphone, to larger ones that can hurt your shoulders if you carry them around all day, so it's recommended to choose a shoulder bag that is roughly the "just right size."

Casual but made of genuine leather for a luxurious feel

Shoulder bags are often made from materials such as nylon, but they can give a more casual impression and look cheap.

Of course, there are people who are fine with that, but a high-quality shoulder bag made of genuine leather can be used regardless of outfit or situation.

Considering its versatility, as it can be used not only for everyday outings but also on dates and formal occasions, you can't go wrong with genuine leather.

Exceptional value for money for a genuine leather shoulder bag made in Japan

A planning meeting with a client. We decided to focus on cost-effectiveness.

The only drawback to genuine leather products is the high price.

If you actually look into it, you'll find that it's not uncommon to find similar shoulder bags made from sturdy genuine leather selling for over 50,000-70,000 yen .

HushTug shoulder bags were designed with cost-effectiveness in mind, based on customer feedback, so even though they are made in Japan and made from genuine leather, they can be purchased for less than 30,000 yen.

An unprecedented number of preorders for the first sale! A highly rated and popular product.

We developed a shoulder bag and promoted it primarily among our existing customers, and in just one month over 300 people had purchased one.

Also, when we talk to our customers, they seem to be particularly satisfied with the "good value for money ."

Normally, products are produced in factories and then shipped through several other companies before reaching customers, but HushTug manages everything from production to sales in-house, allowing us to offer genuine leather at affordable prices.

What's more, it comes with peace of mind support that allows you to return or exchange the product free of charge for any reason within one month of purchase, no matter how much you use it .

HushTug products are not sold in department stores or shops, so they can basically only be purchased through our online store.

・I want to try a genuine leather shoulder bag, but I don't know if it will suit me...
・I'm worried about buying online in the first place because the product might be different from what I expected.

For such people, we would like to reiterate that "for any reason, no matter how much you use the product, you can return or exchange it free of charge within 30 days ."

Since returns are free, you can never go wrong, so if you're considering buying a shoulder bag, be sure to give it a try.