What are your thoughts on this topic? Men have been carrying bags throughout history- so do what makes you happy!

I’m a man who carries bags and as long as I can afford them I will carry them, recently my mother and I had lunch and she ask does it not bother you for people to stare at you. My response was no of course not, I’m fabulous and some people just can’t handle my fabulousness lol. I don’t care and pay 0 attention to the haters.never let someone else dim your light shine bright 💚.

I have so much to say on this topic, but as a woman over 50, experience has taught me many hard lessons. One of them being, you will absolutely regret wasting your precious time on this earth worrying what other people think. I know it’s easier said than done, but is truly an abomination and disrespect of your own life. Wear what makes you happy, period. ❤

Thank you for posting this video and sharing your thoughts. I'm a 52 year old guy and live in southern California and I struggle with this topic on a daily basis. I've started collecting smaller bags (LV) that I absolutely love but I still seem to turn to my more "masculine" type bags when I leave the house. I'm trying to get over this fear, if you will, because I just want to be me all day, every day, but it's still a struggle. I love your channel and your positive attitude is very welcoming. Thank you!!!!

Fantastic topic! Oh, I love Siah. His former channel, Men on Bags, is what introduced me to the idea of men carrying bags. Even though I grew up in a huge city it wasn't something I saw. Now there are so many men in the luxury bag space on KZfaq that the concept has become normalized to me. When I see men carrying bags in person, though, it still catches my attention because it's something out of the ordinary. Ooh, what you said, "Trying to make my presence more palatable to other people." That's deep. There's a lot to unpack there. Thanks for opening this conversation!

I find myself carrying more and more everyday. I’m only 5’7” 135 pounds. But have feared for wearing a bag because of my size as an easy target for dismay. I’ve always loved purses and if someone can’t understand that I don’t want to carry everything I want in my pockets, I’m not sure why they care. Even my own husband is uncomfortable with me carrying or to be around me sometimes with a amazing bag. I’ll leave him home if I need to, but now he’s started to carry one more now too. ❤ I love your channel. Thank you for making this segment honey. Hugs from Oklahoma.

It’s 2023. I would hope society would be beyond caring that men might want to carry bags. I think on sm there are always going to be rude or thoughtless comments. Enjoy your bags. You’ve worked hard and earned them.

Zane is so hilarious! “Paving the road … one Birkin at a time!” 😂. That just killed me, hehe! I love that you tackled this subject head-on. You’ve been killing it with the videos - thank you! ❤

As I have gotten older 👴🏻 I have gotten more comfortable in my own skin. So the days of carrying about what someone thinks of me are behind me, well for the most part anyway. 💙

This is such a great topic, Caleb. If you delve into the Middle Ages and I assume even prior to that men and women have had to carry crossbody bags, bags attached to their belts, pouches and coin purses made of leathers and fabrics. Men should be able to carry whatever style bag they enjoy and serves their lifestyle. Thank you, Caleb, for a great thought provoking topic and thank you, Zane for the editing, your pop-up comments always make me smile.♥

I recently started using and carrying women's handbags as a man and it gives us so many styling options it brought me into fashion as a whole. I have a streetwear and formal style and honestly it elevates the fit 9 times out of 10. I like to think of them as any statement piece; it gives an unexpected contrast and edge.

as a gay man who enjoys fashion bags and accessories, this made me feel seen. i love and carry all my bags (mostly vuitton) proudly an d happily. i live in miami (sadly) and if I'm in the suburbs it may get a look, but most of the time people will say "i love your bag" or something along those lines. i used to be scared when i started my bag journey (in new york, so way less scrutiny) but before long it just became second nature. i just discovered your channel recently (and subscribed!) and wanted to say thank you for this space to allow us to feel validated and more connected to others who also love bags!

Shine on Caleb. We love you, your bags, and your flashy jewelry. Thank you for being your authentic self. We love it all.

Very well said Caleb! Love hearing you on this topic

I absolutely love seeing anyone with a purse. I guess it’s just my love of purses and bags and I believe all individuals should enjoy them! Great topic for discussion! Hope you and Zane had a great weekend and both of you have a wonderful week! ❤

I want you to know how much I appreciate your vlog and your perspective. I have found that carrying a bag in rural America is becoming completely acceptable, I don’t ever have anyone challenge my bag carrying self. I just approach it from a place of comfort with myself. If I’m confidant and if I’m walking in the energy of feeling good about me, that energy affects those around me and no one even questions my bag. So, for me it’s about authenticity, if I feel good about carrying a bag others don’t even notice. Be authentic and be confidant!!! ❤❤ Thanks again for your voice! Keep the videos coming!

Immediately subscribed. Thanks Caleb I need content like this. I literally just got what I guess you could call hate crimed tonight for having a handbag and I’m just so genuinely sick of having to deal with that…

Where is your HERMES chapstick lol!!! Love it !!! Such a great video, thank you for your positivity and kindness ❤️

Yes I love carrying bags and I agree with everything you have said. Thank you for making this a safe space!!

Great topic. I've never seen a man carrying a purse in person. It wasn't until I started looking for handbag reviews on YT that I saw men reviewing and carrying handbags and I honestly didn't think anything of it. I like handbags and it's nice to see others who share the same interest.

Appreciate the video and the candidness. ❤ I also think the intersection of luxury bags and tech travel backpack bros is interesting. There’s a LOT of EDC content with men and their tech gear being placed in bags. A bag is a bag, it holds things. Everyone enjoy

Caleb! I LOVE ❤ this video! Of course you are so right. The most inspiring thing you said for me was, "Sucks to be them." That helps us all to let the negativity bounce off us by feeling some compassion for the hater. It does suck to be them. 🥰🌻

Amazing topic! ❤

so excited to be watching this! great idea❤

I wear bags too! Im a pretty intimidating looking guy, so i was definitely never disrespected but i did see people looking at me constantly. I love the craftsmanship that goes into making and designing them and i always enjoyed carryingmy moms bag. It doesnt have to be directly associated with women and femininity i never saw it that way. I would hate for someone to get insulted because they have a bag.

It’s a treat to see you enjoying the bags! 🤗

Greetings Zane and Caleb! Handbag have been around forever (since the Renaissance period) MEN used it first to carry small tools for hunting. Time has evolved and now handbag fashion trends made them more attractive. Caleb, carry your Birkin and Kelly with pride! ❣️

Very well said! I am so happy that we're making progress. I have never understood why carrying a bag/purse is heavily weighted towards one gender and society is confused when anyone outside of that gender carries a purse. Purse appreciation and happiness for all!

There's freedom in wearing bags as a man . Pockets are you small.. As a 49 year old gay man .. i say go big or go home.. I'm so old my bag wearing days go all the way back to the 80's

My husband keeps from carrying a bag by always saying to me "can you fit my sunglasses case in your purse?" Ha! Have a great day Caleb and Zane!

Beautifully said! I’m a man in my thirties living in Ca and just recently I found the confidence to incorporate handbags with my outfits! I agree with you, don’t dull anyone’s shine; don’t yuck anyone’s yum (within reason of course 😊). Plus, anyone and everyone can/deserves to wear a statement piece. Whether that comes in the form of a gorgeous handbag or a bespoke suit - fashion should be for all to enjoy.

The giant bag thing is so funny, it's like... practicality theater. It's masculine because it's "practical", but it's actually significantly less practical.

Long time subscriber, first comment, as an elder fashion gay, that has always loved shoes and bags, I watch cause I love that you're a burly lumberjack lookalike carrying luxury handbags, plus I love seeing what the kids 😊 are up to. Big ups from Australia. Bx

I love all-gender bag-wearing! More, please. :)

I just discovered your channel tonight and I am now a fan. As a gay man from the south, now living in the Midwest, I love to see people being their authentic self. I am a lover of bags in general and I’ve been struggling with the idea of buying and carrying some bags that I really like, here in the U.S. The Europeans are much more open when it comes to men carrying bags and I’ve fit right in carrying a luxury bag while traveling throughout Europe. It seems to me that male Hollywood actors aren’t frowned upon when carrying a bag that would normally be seen on a woman. It’s a stigma here in the U.S. that will take more time for people to get past. It is my hope that men will feel more comfortable carrying whatever they want, especially in larger and more progressive cities. Keep up the good work!

What a wonderful message. I think anyone has the right to carry whatever makes them happy. It may be harder for men, but it this also applies to women. I come from Miami, FL to living in a town in Michigan with a population of less than 500. I get eyerolls left and right whenever I’m carrying anything that isn’t Coach or a non branded bag. I even get eyerolls or stared down on certain Coach bags. You can’t please everyone so might as well do YOU!

I’m with you! I have stuff to carry! I don’t have a big collection, but enjoy bags and carry one almost daily.

And sometimes they stare because you look that good! For myself, I usually try and compliment the person as well. Such a great video and such a great message ❤ You’re so brave because each time someone is themselves it does absolutely pave the way and opens minds. Cheers to you!!

Love this video! Like you said, I have way too much to stuff to carry to just be shoving them in my pocket. I don't think I've ever really gotten weird stares from carrying my bags, but then again my style is very boring so none of my bags are "out there" and typically wear them crossbody. From my personal observation and being guilty of doing it myself, the stares only happen when I see guys carrying their bags top-handle or when the bag style leans a little more to what I deem a little too soft for my personal style.

Thank you for such a wonderful video, I couldn't agree more!

Mannn I’m a straight male 26, as soon as Covid hit I started carrying a sling bag or a belt bag as a crossbody, it’s SO much better then carrying everything in your pockets and sitting on ur stuff, bc you have your phone, wallet, keys , AirPod, pocket knife, sanitizer, etc!!! Screw what people think bro, if you’re a dude and you wanna carry a bag you do it. It’s all about how you carry yourself, you don’t have to make any one else happy only your self

Happy Sunday!

As others have said, it's 2023 everyone should have the right to be who they are. I never have or ever would have a problem with anyone ( man, woman, whoever!) Carrying a handbag. Do what makes you happy, if others can't handle it, that's on them!

I started carrying bags when I was 20 and now that I’m 23 I can’t go anywhere without mine (Gucci Jackie 1961) and I feel so empowered when I do because it’s advertised as a unisex bag but is historically a women’s bag. Being in Texas makes it interesting when I stop to get gas and get weird stares but once I’m in the city I get tons of compliments. Both sides of the coin.

i live in new york city and there are men who are breaking the boundaries of gender norms wearing more feminine clothing etc out and about everyday. And I really credit them with inspiring me to feel more comfortable being who i am, which is why channels like this are so amazing, so people can see others who are the same as them. the huge ways in which other people put themselves out into the world, wearing a purse is nothing in comparison. I'm very lucky to live where most people are accepting but it can still be scary sometimes, worrying about being judged. But more than anything I'm mostly nervous carrying a bag about getting mugged and my bag stolen lol.

GREAT VIDEO!!!!❤ Evolve people!!! For heaven sake’s…men have carried brief cases forever…and when women started carrying brief cases eons ago, it was judged!!! Buy and wear the bag!!!! My parents raised me to appreciate “nice” things. We certainly were not rich, and worked hard to afford these items…ENJOY!!!! And like one of the previous comments stated, I will always compliment a nice bag…it doesn’t matter who is carrying it!!!🥰💖

Not sure if you'll see this but nice video dude! i think its def a discussion worth having. I only used my pockets when I was younger. Back then people knew I was straight and still would say i was gay just for preferring a messenger bag over a backpack like it was a crime. I'm 27 now, and I carry a bag everywhere for basic items like you listed and overall so i can keep everything in one spot easy access at my hip and have a secure place to hang my jacket. I do think of course location matters to determine the level of judgement one might see. In europe and other places around the world men have been carrying bags for a very long time. Most other men I see carrying them are actually foreigners. So it seems to me America is behind on this topic. In my city in California you'll see men with purses or just wearing things that have always been marketed for women in general. Whereas in a small town if they even see a man so much as having painted nails it throws them off because they aren't exposed enough to it. As a side note I am seeing more brands straying away from gendered marketing so thats a plus. Big Bud Press for example is a cool place where everything in unisex. In my opinion i think it makes shopping easier lol only thing you would need is your measurements but thats for clothing 😂

Yes!!! Men need to carry bags. My husband wears his dopey fsnny pack, but always needs more room and drama stuff in my bag and then gets snotty if I don't have room. I've bought him a lovely messenger bag hoping to get him into it. He appreciates my LV bags and have taken him to.peruse the lovely mens bags. He's over 70 and it's hard to change. I see many men now a days with great bags and I love it.

Caleb, it’s a great topic and honestly in my area you don’t normally see men wearing handbags of any kind they usually use backpacks or maybe a messenger bag, and now the bum bags are becoming popular for men around here. Now when I go on vacation usually cruise 🚢 vacations there’s a lot more variety of what men carry and it’s great. I have to admit I do stare at times, BUT it’s because I’m trying to figure out what it brand it is 😂 especially if I like it. I think with time and exposure of men wearing smaller bags over time it will become familiar to see and hopefully the stares will be much less. If you catch me staring 👀 at you I’m just trying to figure out what the heck Brand you are wearing so flash that label please 😊❤ TFS 👛🛍️🙏🚢🎃

I went to Europe and was rocking my purse and no one seems to care. In the US this straight couple were laughing in front of me after seeing my full grain leather purse😂. I was honestly bothered a bit, but then I saw what they were wearing...I don't know what's the big deal about it. I needed to see this video today ❤❤❤. I just really have to do me at the end of the day. I am at the point of my life that it's time to care for me than what others think of me.

Speaking of men’s and bags, can you do an new video on bags you recommend for a first men’s bag? Always loved bags but trying to find the perfect first bag that I feel comfortable with and work my way up

I’m a guy who wears bags and I really don’t think twice about it. My favorite passive aggressive compliment is, “nice purse”. People sound so antiquated using the word purse vs bag. I simply respond with, “ I didn’t know people still called them that”.

My 1st time watching one of your videos and already love you! I live in a small southern town with very judgie people and I just dont have the time or patience to deal with mean people like that anymore! I would love to see more men carry bags, why should us women have all the fun carrying these beautiful things! Plus, why do people want to carrry a ton fo stuff in their pockets, ughh, saggy heavy pants!! I also have people say to me "You bought ANOTHER bag????" YES!! It's my business just like its my choice to get a new tattoo when I want one at 61!!

Way to represent on this topic! Zane’s Birkin comment. 😂 Adore you. Let’s plan our October get together soon. 🤎😘

Caleb, I’m over twenty years older than you. And I’m still getting used to the idea of men carrying bags. But why? You make a good point…how are you going to carry your things if you’re carrying more than keys, a wallet and your phone? And why can’t it be pretty? I started following Josh James almost 2 years ago because of his love for vintage Coach, though he has since sold off his collection since he wasn’t using it. I also started following Sergio’s Secret, though I thought he was too young (at the time 20-21 years old), immature, and possibly spending too much or taking on debt. I wanted to shake him and tell him he needs to start saving for his future. I did enjoy his purchases and I think he’s changing the direction of his channel if he still decides to continue. Then recently I started following you, Super Dacob, Ed Braun, and Totes Gene. I’m seeing a lot more men in this space. Men carrying bags and pretty bags. My brother started carrying a bag too, but it isn’t pretty. He went for the tactical look. By the way…I’m just a teensy bit jealous that you have a fabulous handbag collection! Enjoy your Birkin!!!

Caleb I have always tell people to mind there own business. You know I live in the sticks. On a farm. When I go into the city you wouldn’t believe how many men carry bags. You handle it very classy.

Thank you for highlighting this. Bags can be anything - a gym bag, back pack, satchel, tote, bumbag, messenger, briefcase, plastic shopping bag, clutch, purse, so forth and so on. With my bags, I choose what I need for that day that will fit the event, or look, or how I’m feeling. My bags work for me. I don’t give a high flying what anyone else thinks. I was once asked at an event exactly what I carried (needed to carry) that would warrant wearing my cross body top handle bag. I asked them to take note as I emptied it in front of them with my, keys, wallet, phone, contact lens case, glasses case, sunglasses case, wipes/sanitiser, chapstick, pen and shopping bag. It’s unsightly to walk around with bulging pockets. I didn’t have my knitting with me that day or that would have come out too!

We only live once. Enjoy the journey. I love bags. I love seeing everyone carrying bags. 😁 I will never understand meanness and negativity. Shine bright! TFS xoxo 😍

Catching up on your channel (love the videos) and this is such a mood. I started with backpacks and slings, then Coach got me with one of their pride camera bags, and now Im so far down that road that I just bought the Broome (Coach has my wallet firmly in their grasp at the moment). Oddly enough, the only snide comment I’ve gotten so far was from other gay guys at the gay bar over the pride camera bag 🙄

It definitely should not matter that men want to carry handbags but I know that for so many men, especially young men and teenagers, it can be scary to risk doing something against the heteronormative expectations of our culture. IMHO, I say show off those gorgeous bags! Pockets are great (goodness knows I wish more women's clothing had functional pockets), but a bag is super practical, too. I stare at handbags because I love them and I collect them. To dial down the creeper starer factor, I usually try to pay a compliment to the wearer. LOL I think clothes, makeup. handbags, shoes, hair, etc. are all part of the way we humans make ourselves stand out and show our self expression. So while I am not a man, I want to offer my support for any man who wishes to go against "the norm" *blech* and show off their bags.

As a woman, I don’t have this *exact* issue. However, I love fabulous vintage hats. For a long time I just lamented that no one wears hats any more! But then a friend of my mom’s let me in on a life hack: if you wear a fabulous vintage hat and people stare, what’s that to you? There’s no law against wearing them. And probably the stare-er wishes deep down that they were brave enough to do the same. Life is short, wear the hats. It was incredibly freeing! I imagine it’s something similar for men with purses. If I found myself staring (which, rude, sorry about that), it would much more likely be impressed and interested than judgy. Also I live in Texas. A man who would never carry a purse will often wear the craziest blingiest cowboy boots you can imagine!

I have been a bag carrying man since 1993. In Calif it was no big deal, I then moved to KC in 96 and I would occasionally get a look but never had anything negative said to me. I then moved to NY where everyone wore bags. Now we are in a small suburb of Tulsa and I wear bags everywhere here and in the city. I just don’t really care about other peoples opinions, and I have had other gay men tell me they feel like that’s why I never get treated bad. I’m not afraid to hold my own, nor am I going to cater to what other people may or may not be thinking. Confidence is key. I also have noticed in my travels guys are wearing bags everywhere now.

This is such a deep video. It pains me that people are still so bold as to make someone else feel badly for doing something as innocuous as carrying a bag. To actually share your bitterness and hatred by giving a dirty look or making a nasty comment - what a disgrace. I had no idea so many men were still experiencing this so frequently. Wow

I don’t think handbags should be gender specific… I’ll never understand why what someone else is doing bothers people. I saw a guy with the sexiest boy bag and I had to let him know… it was fabulous. Don’t even think he was gay, he was working it! And I was here for it! It doesn’t affect my life at all. Don’t like it… keep walking

Appreciate you ❤

Felt very self conscious until a few years ago. On occasion I receive a nasty comment. The ‘cover-up’ is real. Trauma is a leitmotif for me. I am fortunate to live in a big city but even here there are challenges. Ironically, my bags are IMO, in no way a ‘challenge’ to society or a ‘statement’ about gender or sexuality. I maintain that a man can be a hetero bricklayer and wear a pink Lady Dior if he wishes to do so. Pockets worked for me for years but not anymore. Too much stuff now!

@6:19 👑🙌 this. “i only know how to do me. so that’s what i’m going to do.” - lana del rey hey caleb & zane! miss you all. i’ve unfortunately had to temporarily pause my membership. we just bought a new house & what luck, one month in, my hubby gets laid off from his job. his whole team got laid off 🥺😭 i’ll still be here to support you & will join in again when everything is more secure 💚

"Don't let any one diminish your shine!" I love that, Caleb! Otzi the Iceman lived about 5,000 years ago. He was discovered in 1991, in the melting ice of the Ötztal Alps, near the border of Italy. Next to him, was his backpack filled with his belongings. The Hunter-Gatherer society, which existed about 12,000 years ago, likely saw men carrying their tools in some type of bag. Like you said, how can a man not carry a bag with so many essentials to carry on the go? Kids in grades TK-12, carry their belongings in backpacks, including boys; college too. Do men graduate high school or college and suddenly not need to carry anything with them? Of course not! So this modern day notion of men not carrying bags is absurd. To all the men out there, wear your bags with confidence and joy, and know that in doing so your are carrying on a tradition that dates back thousands of years! Perhaps most importantly, you are breaking modern-day stereotypes and building tolerance in a world that desperately needs to feel love and compassion. Be your authentic self! TFS, Caleb! I always enjoy your videos!

Hi Caleb, Yes I agree that we each let our light shine in this world no matter what! In Europe men wear handbags, shoulder and belt bags everywhere. Ive seen men in Italy and other fashion centers wearing some phenomenally well made leather bags and they look fantastic wearing them. I think the US is still decades behind, in that fashion forward sense! Keep up the great videos!!!

Great topic! This afternoon while sewing I was wondering how many people that saw you in the shops with the Birkin might have pitied you: First the wife wants him to pay for the big Birkin and then he has to carry it for her while she is shopping...

I say if you like it, do it!! Man, woman, somewhere in between on your life journey, doesn’t matter - you do you boo!!! ❤

I totally relate to this video, I always carry a bag and sometimes feel self conscious about my smaller size bags.. I’ve gotten much better at not caring…. I carry Kelly & Birkins all the time.

I love seeing a man carrying a bag, any bag ❤ It just makes sense, like women wearing pants 🤷🏼‍♀️ I see it more of an extension of style of a practical universal item, the same as shoes or belts. Not necessarily a reflection of someone’s sexuality or gender identity. I’ve finally converted hubby to a bag carrier, albeit an oiled canvas messenger. He doesn’t know how he lived without one now ❤ EDIT: 47, raised and living in outback Australia, times are a changin’ ❤❤👏🏻👏🏻

The gag… men/males have always carried bags. It’s either a TBE moment with a lunch bag or BBE with a briefcase. I’m grown and do/wear what I want with respect to the law. I say carry them bags, they are paid for and meant for usage! Great video! Thanks for sharing 😊

I think that you should do what you want. ❤ Live your best life & be your fabulous self.

I hate wallets in back pockets, I have a slim one from Rag & Bone and it’s not bulky at all; however, I carry a back leather bag that I made to work but it’s too narrow, I’m working on a “work bag” that will hold a water bottle, lunch container, sketch book and other items I carry daily. I like being hands free while getting around but I do love the look of a clean black top-handle bag. I have worn bags I’ve made out and about but that’s rare (going out). Some “straight” men will carry a messenger bag or SLING bag or backpack, but at the end of the day they are BAGS. If someone has an issue it’s on them, not us.

I'm 165 cm tall 57 yrs young and female, and my go-to bags are often large masculine leather backpacks and Doc Martens. As you said, do you.

The struggle is real! Small bags are very functional… Call it what you want, bag, purse, Murse, pocket organizer… there is definitely a need for normalization and making it gender neutral.

OH I have SO many thoughts on this one. First off, and coming from the perception of truly believing in doing unto others as you would have them to unto you, curiosity looks odd/different on everyone. What do I mean? Well, people look at things they are curious about and I do think that a lot of the looks people are giving you may be just that and maybe the person just doesn't have a good "curious" face and it is taken as questioning/hate/dislike. People tend to stare at things that make them think. So, many of the looks you get may be others that you now have thinking...and I wouldn't doubt if many men, especially, think to themselves...."Now *that* is smart, why didn't I think of that". As they lug around pockets full of stuff that would be so much nicer in a bag! I'm especially looking at some dads out there that carry a damn huge diaper bag around for their kids for MUCH longer than is necessary because they never had the great idea to just carry a bag that is much smaller and would carry what they need. :-) I am not naive enough to think though that all looks are curiosity. People have *their* own perceptions on what may/may not be masculine. The important word there being *their*, That is where it needs to stop. At them. Period. Like you said Caleb their issue is just that, their issue and it shouldn't go any further than that. It truly is none of our business what another person thinks of us as long as they don't act on it. I just have always totally thought....treat others how you want to be treated and you know what?? What they are wearing, the color of their hair, their gender preference, their size (this one I have lots of thoughts around) how they physically appear at all is basically a non-issue. It is just SO unimportant as to who they are. That is what I care about, people don't remember what you wore and how you look, they remember how you made them feel...... xoxox to you Caleb and any other person struggling with any of the above mentioned item. The only thing "normal" today, is that nothing is normal and everything is normal.

Surprised it's still a thing to discuss. For the most part of history, a bag was not a fashion item - it was simply a necessity for work and travel. People didn't carry a bag unless it was necessary. Not only most clothes for men and women were fitted with practical pockets, if you were from a fashionable society, your servants would be carrying things for you. 'No bag for man' is really from this old idea - if a man should be carrying a bag unless when travelling, it meant he is a working man, not a part of the elite society. But time's changed and so is the fashion. With the rise of skinny fashion, men couldn't carry anything bulky in their pocket any more - the new category of man bag was born about the same time. Even with the height of skinny now behind, men today carry quite a few stuffs (big ass phone, earbuds, wallet, extra battery), and not many wear tailored jacket any more either (tailored jacket is designed to hang from the shoulder and can actually carry a huge amount in its pockets), so a bag for a man is today a necessity. If you don't care for fashion, a nylon backpack would be suffice; if you care for fashion, you would be looking for something more pleasing to the eye. Simples.

I, personally, don't care..knowing myself, I would go up to the man and compliment him on the bag ....but I know what you mean about living in a small rural (very conservative) town and being a bit self conscious and having to worry about being safe......but like I said on the other videos...in 2023, we should not give 2 sh*ts what people do...there are so many more other things to worry about - a man carrying a bag should not be on that list.....Life is too short to worry about what others think....you do you Caleb!!! That is why you are so loved....🥰

My OH and I lived in France for about 7 years and men there carry 'manbag' style bags out of necessity. Every person has to carry certain types of identification and there is so much paperwork in France that pockets just aren't enough. He still has a manbag now we're back in Oz, handy for a bottle of water etc etc but men very rarely carry bags here. I don't understand why people have a problem with what clothes people choose to wear, what bags to carry, what has gender got to do with it... 🤔

Love carrying a bag have since the 90s and I live in nebraska to me it just makes sense with all I need to carry

I’ll spend my money on what I like and others will simply have to deal.

I love my Longchamp small top handle bag crossbody...

I love your style, it´s original, masculine, luxurious and chic! People don´t have fashion knowledge or love to art. People also are very stupid and ignorant and envy what others are doing, specially when the others are doing very good! I love people that we see and say: this person knows what is doing! Also, I love men with bags, because bags make an outfit shine and bags are needed! love your channel!

I live in Sydney, Australia and occasionally I have seen men carrying handbags. And they look amazing. There was this one guy carrying a Dior saddle bag. And my first thought was "wow. he looks amazing." Handbags are just luggage and everyone needs to carry their stuff in something. I think as we go forward men and masc presenting folk carrying things that are traditionally perceived as for one group of people will be more accepted. And I think we all know who is to blame for the culture of men and masc folk not being able to express themselves in more than one way. Beau bloody Brummell. I swear if I could go back and time and put a stop to, it would be him.

as a non-binary, minimal-ish bag hoe ™, I wear my bag w pride and get looks all the damn time lol, but tbh if someone else has an issue, that's their sh*t and not ours. also bags can be used to swat haters away, so they're multi-purpose lmao (jk but am I??). love the video Caleb!

Yes! Yes! Carry if you love it! ❤ That’s what I say! Does it stand out when a man carries a bag? Yes! It definitely turns my head. But…. I’m pretty open minded to an extent and I think a lot of people are. I have noticed men carrying bags for years. I live in Texas and you’ll see it here and there. Some men from Mexico carry bags as well. We have the wealthy Mexican Nationals shop at our malls here. Especially during the Holidays. Mainly comes here when kids have are off from school.

Wear whatever makes you feel fantastic. ❤

I’m a masc gay guy in his 30’s and I try not to knock people for their choices. One thing that upsets me about the LGBT community is revealing clothing and over-sexualization in public settings, perhaps that’s the reason why there is backlash against us. Gay men have class but don’t act like it sometimes. Man purses for gay guys I could care less about, go right ahead. What I don’t understand straight guys who both sag their pants and carry a purse. I don’t see how women find it attractive or masculine. Living outside of DC many young straight guys do this, even in the hood. I purposely hit on them but I’m baffled most don’t understand why or take offense to it. They’re obviously advertising themself for a man. One day I may get my ass kicked if it’s more than two guys but at least I had fun. 😊

Great vide, Caleb. I don't think the Speedy is either a feminine or masculine bag. I never feel self-conscous carrrying my speedy, but I do with the my Cluny sometimes, becasus it's a touch more feminne than I would go for. I don't know how eveyrone doesn't carry a bag. I need way to much stuff to fit in pockets. OMG, you took your Kelly in a track suit. So funny. Reminds me of the SATC Brikin episode when Samantha is trying to score a Birkin and she calles the Hermes SA and said, "I just saw a woman wearing a f*%#ing track suit carrying that bag." Lastly as a chapstick afficinado, I have Hermes chapstick, but the Nivea is better and for a fraction of the price. I've never found any chapstick as good as Nivea.

No one has ever brought up any bag I'm carrying in a negative way personally. I've gotten compliments from women, though. I honestly get weirder looks about my actual outfit, rather than the fact that I'm carrying a bag. That said, men online really do feel some type of way about it.

Honestly I've stopped carrying my wallet in my back pocket and just use my wife's purse because it's uncomfortable anywhere else anyways and my back has stopped hurting as much. My thought after that is, why the heck am I not carrying a bag?! My wife has everything we need with her, what do I have in my wallet, some cards that won't help if we got stranded. More men should carry bags.

The level of me not caring what dummies think or say is kinda profound. I do have the privilege of being a strong person that could defend myself and MORE if I needed, as do you probably. So it’s sad to say that if I didn’t feel like I could kick anyone’s ass, maybe my thoughts would be different

What about getting a messenger bag from LV

Women carry bags, men carry bags...........it's all good in my book.I We've come a long way and in this day and age people need to let go of criticizing others for their choices. There are more important things in this world that need our focus. 🙂❤

I am a man and I carry a bag, now for me I stick to large totes with silver hardware, if you love it wear it

What's the diff? Men have been carrying "bags" for years. Backpacks, duffles, messenger bags, and soft leather brief cases or dr. bags. A purse or handbag is just a different style. They all do the same thing.

It’s never bothered me but I can see where it might be confusing to some to see a bright color or maybe a blingy clutch. How is this different then guys toting gym bags, backpacks or messenger bags it’s not when you really think about it but “the norms” as they say seem to dictate what is acceptable. I still think anyone should wear what they want and have the freedom to feel comfortable as they are. I just wish this was how the majority felt and not just those in big cities.