Mark Cross Leather Backpack: Hot Item

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Backpack Blitz: Mark Cross

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Luxury backpacks are flirting with staple status in a man’s wardrobe. And this pebble-grain leather model from Mark Cross is “a chic, utilitarian alternative to the classic briefcase,” according to Neal J. Fox, chief executive officer of the brand.

Designer: Mark Cross

This story first appeared in the August 19, 2015 issue of WWD. Subscribe Today.

Description: Pebble-grain leather backpack with palladium zippers. Zipper compartments inside and out. 12.5 inches long by 5 inches wide and 16 inches high.

Retail Price: $1,995

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