Sandqvist Bags — Swedish Design, Built to Last a Decade
Sandqvist was founded in Stockholm in 2004 with a deliberately unhurried philosophy: make bags that look better with age, use materials worth paying for, and never design to a trend. Twenty years later, that approach holds. A Sandqvist bag bought today will still look considered in 2035 — because the silhouettes are classic, the canvas develops a patina, and the leather details only improve with use.
They are a certified B Corp, which means independently verified environmental and social standards — not just a marketing claim. At Eiken we carry the full Sandqvist range including their backpacks, rolltops, messengers, crossbody bags and weekenders.
| Model | Type | Material | Laptop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Rolltop L | Backpack | Recycled polyester | Up to 15" |
| Stream Rolltop L | Backpack | Recycled polyester | Up to 15" |
| STREAM Slim Rolltop M | Backpack | Recycled polyester | Up to 13" |
| Icon Rolltop M | Backpack | Organic cotton canvas | Up to 13" |
| STREAM Slim Rolltop L | Backpack | Recycled polyester | Up to 15" |
| Icon Rolltop L | Backpack | Organic cotton canvas | Up to 15" |
| Everyday Rucksack | Backpack | Organic cotton canvas | Up to 15" |
| Jonatan | Backpack | Organic cotton canvas | Up to 15" |
| Leather Lid 14" | Backpack | Canvas + leather lid | Up to 14" |
| STREAM Zipper 16" | Backpack | Recycled polyester | Up to 16" |
| Leather Lid 16" | Backpack | Canvas + leather lid | Up to 16" |
| Stream Messenger Mini | Shoulder bag | Recycled polyester | No |
| Icon Messenger | Shoulder bag | Organic cotton canvas | Up to 13" |
| Stream Messenger | Shoulder bag | Recycled polyester | Up to 13" |
| Everyday Weekender | Weekender | Organic cotton canvas | No |
| Stream Weekender 49L | Weekender | Recycled polyester | No |
The Icon Line — Sandqvist's Original Canvas Collection
The Icon range is where Sandqvist started and still where they do their most distinctive work. Organic cotton canvas, vegetable-tanned leather trims, brass hardware. The Icon Rolltop L is the flagship — a properly sized everyday pack that handles a 15" laptop, a notebook, a thermos and your daily kit without looking overfull. The Leather Lid 16" is their most refined backpack: a structured exterior panel in full-grain leather that develops a deep patina over years of use.
The STREAM Line — Recycled Fabric for Urban Daily Use
The STREAM range offers the same Sandqvist minimalism in a lighter, more weather-resistant fabric made from recycled polyester. These bags are slightly more practical for daily urban use — they handle light rain without worry and weigh less than the canvas equivalents. The STREAM Slim Rolltop L is the most popular: a clean A4-profile pack with a top-roll closure that works well in the rain.
For Shoulder and Crossbody Carry
Sandqvist's messenger and crossbody bags follow the same no-nonsense approach. The Stream Messenger is the best laptop messenger in the range — padded sleeve, adjustable strap, fully weather-resistant. If you want something smaller for essentials-only carry, the Icon Sacoche and STREAM Sling are both under €90 and carry the same considered design.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sandqvist a sustainable brand?
Sandqvist is certified B Corp — meaning their environmental and social performance has been independently assessed. They use GOTS-certified organic cotton, recycled polyester, vegetable-tanned leather and publish an annual transparency report on their supply chain.
Are Sandqvist bags water-resistant?
Canvas models offer moderate resistance in light rain. The STREAM line uses a recycled polyester with a DWR treatment that performs better in wet conditions. Neither is waterproof — for heavy rain, a pack liner is recommended.
Where are Sandqvist bags made?
Sandqvist bags are designed in Stockholm and produced in certified ethical factories. Full supply chain details are published on their website.