Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
The helmet bag has been quietly one of the coolest silhouettes in menswear for decades. Twin front pockets, a boxy central compartment, and that stubby top handle that screams briefcase energy. But it was never meant to leave the tarmac. But then Top Gun dropped in '86, and suddenly everyone wanted a piece of aviation cool.
Porter Yoshida saw the assignment. Their iconic Tanker bag took the DNA of an MA-1 flight jacket — that unmistakable 100% nylon twill in olive and black with a flash of orange — and rebuilt the helmet bag for the urban streets. More structure. A proper crossbody strap. A handle you could actually live with.
Uniqlo most recently followed the blueprint. Different materials, same spirit. The Helmet Bag. Now and still one of the most useful tote styles in the Carry Universe.
The helmet bag has been quietly one of the coolest silhouettes in menswear for decades. Twin front pockets, a boxy central compartment, and that stubby top handle that screams briefcase energy. But it was never meant to leave the tarmac. But then Top Gun dropped in '86, and suddenly everyone wanted a piece of aviation cool.
Porter Yoshida saw the assignment. Their iconic Tanker bag took the DNA of an MA-1 flight jacket — that unmistakable 100% nylon twill in olive and black with a flash of orange — and rebuilt the helmet bag for the urban streets. More structure. A proper crossbody strap. A handle you could actually live with.
Uniqlo most recently followed the blueprint. Different materials, same spirit. The Helmet Bag. Now and still one of the most useful tote styles in the Carry Universe.
![One Designer vs. One Mystery Box — 24 Hours to Build a Backpack [EP 4]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/M7_fnFt-cFE/mqdefault.jpg "One Designer vs. One Mystery Box — 24 Hours to Build a Backpack [EP 4]
Episode 4 of Maker’s Mystery Box drops us inside the hallowed halls of Mystery Ranch HQ in Bozeman, Montana — the birthplace of some of the toughest load-haulers on Earth. The mission: hand John Bachman, mission designer, a sealed box of elite fabrics from La Terre, Korea lock him in with a sewing machine, laser cutter, and CAD software, and see if he can conjure a working backpack prototype before the 24hr clock strikes its last second.
No mood boards. No committee meetings. No second chances.
Can one man’s design instincts outpace the ticking clock?
There’s only one way to know. Press play.
This video is proudly sponsored by La Terre, Korea ((https://www.instagram.com/laterre_corp/)")
![8 Awesome Crossbody Sling Bags for Everyday Carry [EDC]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/N3ma5-SXOXE/mqdefault.jpg "8 Awesome Crossbody Sling Bags for Everyday Carry [EDC]
Looking for a great crossbody sling bag for everyday use? In this comprehensive guide, we break down some of our favorite sling bags for every scenario, look and lifestyle—whether youre commuting to work, exploring the city, or traveling the world. These crossbody bags are designed for quick access, hands-free convenience, and all-day comfort.
But hey, there might be a bag that didnt make the list. So let us know—whats your favorite crossbody sling bag in the comments, and let the dialogue begin!
Featured bags:
00:00 Introduction
00:12 EVERGOODS CAS2L - https://bit.ly/3XwPe7M
00:56 Aer City Sling 3 Ultra - https://bit.ly/4pDtsv0
01:34 Packolab Samurai Sling - https://bit.ly/4piU4BN
02:18 Code of Bell X-Pod II - https://bit.ly/4p9KfWF
03:05 Topologie Bottle Sacoche - https://bit.ly/4iFl8bY
03:56 DSPTCH Unit Sling - https://bit.ly/4pm5jcK
04:49 Cote et Ciel Orne Komatsu - https://bit.ly/3Mfk7uX
05:20 Arterra Falcon 2L - https://bit.ly/4rzPCQo")
![Is This One of the Worlds Great Carry Districts? Neighbourhoods [Ep 1]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OaL_Mac7z5Y/mqdefault.jpg "Is This One of the Worlds Great Carry Districts? Neighbourhoods [Ep 1]
When it comes to retail therapy, the neighbourhood is everything. You want one walkable pocket of the city where you can drift from store to store, trying things on in real life (still crucial), soaking up good design, and tapping into the sharp eye of people who live and breathe this stuff.
That’s why we’re trialing a new series: Neighbourhoods. We’ll be spotlighting the world’s best areas for shopping—places where considered retail, local culture, and everyday carry all collide.
First stop: Melbourne’s inner north – Collingwood and Fitzroy. If you’re hunting for the best Melbourne shopping and Melbourne fashion, this is where the city really shows off.
Stroll a few blocks through Collingwood and Fitzroy and you’ll move from vintage shopping in Melbourne backstreets to independent Melbourne fashion boutiques, Japanese-inspired streetwear, and design stores loaded with smart bags and everyday essentials.
From sleek, technical carry built for bike lanes and Melbourne’s unpredictable weather, to upcycled one-offs and reworked classics, this Melbourne fashion district seriously over-delivers when it comes to how people move their gear.
If you’re planning where to shop in Melbourne for streetwear, vintage, or everyday carry, Collingwood and Fitzroy should be at the very top of your list.
Got a neighbourhood you think deserves a deep dive?
Drop it in the comments and we’ll add it to the map.
Download our complete guide to Fitzroy & Collingwood here: https://bit.ly/49i4MTs")
