When we are children, we speak as children, we understand as children, we think as children; but when we become men, we put away childish things--for example, that ratty messenger bag with "Metalli-fuckin-ca" scrawled on it with a sharpie marker. Porter's range of functional, sophisticated bags and accessories is waiting to replace childish things with mature simplicity and utility. Until recently, Porter (a division of Yoshida & Co.) was yet another line available almost exclusively in Japan, frustrating those of us in the west who appreciate good design and quality hardware in the things we carry. But their cleverly designed bags, wallets, and accessories are now available from Très Bien Shop.
The well-made bags come in combinations of bulletproof ballistic nylon, cordura, organic cotton, leather, and other fabrics. All are outfitted with quality zips and trims and well-placed pockets for your accoutrement and unmentionables. Porter's products set a standard for usability that would satisfy the most demanding and world-weary globetrotter. They offer bags that convert from totes to backpacks, from briefcases to shoulder bags, all with carefully considered details that surprise and, dare I say, delight--blaze orange interiors on a tanker bag, rings for your keys in just the right place, comfortable shoulder straps that are discreetly stowed until needed. Porter products use minimal branding, preferring to let their designs stand on their own rather than announcing their Porter-ness via loud logos or patterns.
Keeping with their rep for simple coolness and exclusivity, distribution is still local--there are not a lot of Porter retailers in the world. Très Bien Shop is excited to offer them and help you ditch the Metallica bag.