Monk Bag

Monk Bag

A good, simple shoulder bag is infinitely versatile, and there are variations on the theme found in cultures all around the world--the bucket-on-a-strap is tried and true. The simple cloth bags worn by Buddhist monks are an excellent example. With a thick strap, and deep open pocket, the bags are comfortable on the shoulder, low profile, and highly functional.

Aroundsquare's take on this distinctive style of shoulder bag features a single large compartment, a beefy wide strap, durable cotton canvas construction, and a simple inner drawstring pouch attached so that it hangs inside the main compartment. This pouch gives a means of keeping higher-priority or higher-value items secure and close at hand, and alternately, provides a tidy stuff-sack for the bigger bag if you want to bundle it away when it's not in use. The bags are grey, and are boldly yet tastefully branded with a large, light blue wordmark on the front face. Note, these are not intended to be worn cross-body. The strap length is sized so that the the bags tuck under the arm for security, much like the Colombian arhuaca mochilas.

Details: 

• Material: 12oz cotton canvas
• Size: 40cm x 40cm, strap length: 70cm
  
• Weight: ~230g
• Colours: grey with light blue logo
• Attached inner drawstring pouch

If you're wanting mote details, please have a look at our March 2025 drop preview video: