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Item # : 505296
Model # : 64038010
Black comet computer case features Comp-U-Flex computer pockets and fits most 15"/15.4" notebooks.
- Laptop carrying case
- Polyester
Price is $72.99
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Item # : 364221
Model # : TBT053US
Optimize laptop protection with this lightweight Targus CityLite laptop briefcase.
- Briefcase keeps your laptop and other work essentials neatly packed
- Comes in black and made of polyester
Price is $46.99
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Item # : 364269
Model # : TBR003US
Prepare for business travel with this Targus black 16-inch laptop rolling briefcase.
- This rolling briefcase allows you to safely transport your notebook with you when you're traveling
- Comes in black and made of polyester
Price is $97.99
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Item # : 2108669
Model # : 80445
Leather 3.5" Attaché Briefcase
- Unisex Attache
- Top Grain Cowhide Leather
Price is $184.99
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Item # : 24440864
Model # : 126038-1221
- Sleek and compact laptop briefcase perfect for business or everyday use
- Made of leather in cognac color
Price is $143.19
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Item # : 24216364
Model # : 89436-1041
- Techlocker features a simple one zip accordion opening with easy access to all electronics
- Front panel has two large organization pockets with a tricot lined tablet sleeve
Price is $76.69
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Item # : 844605
Model # : PV784
Rolling Catalog Case: This hard sided, wheeled catalog case has a fully padded 16" laptop compartment, interior lid organizer section, and a full size front zip-down organizer section with an accordion file pocket.
- Fully padded laptop compartment fits up to 16"
- Dual combination locks
Price is $134.19
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Item # : 2108677
Model # : 35525
15" Leather Medium Ladies Laptop Briefcase
- Fits most 15.4"
- Briefcase
Price is $186.79
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Item # : 24440869
Model # : 128167-1041
- Rolling briefcase offers superior functionality in timeless and lightweight style
- Black nylon twill fabric with vinyl trim and water-resistant coating
Price is $194.29
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Item # : 555681
Model # : AC100-10
Aluminum Briefcase: This stylish, durable attaché case has dual combination locks to ensure business essentials, files, and papers are safely secured. Corner guard protectors protect against wear and tear
- Laptop compartment with adjustable spacers fits up to 17.3"
- Dual combination locks
Price is $89.39
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24% off of Solo New York Everyday Laptop Briefcase, Black/Orange Polyester (UBN106-4)
Item # : 24451812
Model # : UBN106-4
- Notebook carrying case keeps your laptop and other work essentials neatly packed
- Comes in black and orange accents, made of polyester
Price is $29.99, Regular price was $39.69, You save 24%
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Samsonite Mobile Solution Laptop Briefcase, Black Nylon (127498-1041) is In-store only
Item # : 24543469
Model # : 127498-1041
- Notebook carrying case keeps your laptop and other work essentials neatly packed
- Made of nylon fabric with black vinyl trim and water-resistant coating
Price is $64.99
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Item # : 24612722
Model # : 147327-1041
Xenon 4 merges modern materials features with a timelessness and classic design.
- BLACK 1680 Denier Ballistic Nylon
- Simple one zip accordion style opening with easy access to all electronics
Price is $73.69
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22% off of Solo New York Re:new Polyester Briefcase, Laptop Compatible, Heathered Gray (UBN127-10)
Item # : 24485165
Model # : UBN127-10
Saving the Planet one Bag at a Time
- Notebook carrying briefcase keeps your laptop and other work essentials neatly packed
- Comes in heathered gray and made of recycled polyester
Price is $54.99, Regular price was $70.99, You save 22%
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Item # : 906395
Model # : 58445
17" Nylon Patented Detachable -Wheeled Laptop Briefcase
- Fits most 17"
- Briefcase
Price is $134.09
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Item # : 24440763
Model # : 126039-1041
- Modern laptop and tablet briefcase is great for everyday use or traveling
- Made of leather and comes in black
Price is $266.49
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Item # : 970352
Model # : 73985
17" Nylon Expandable Double Compartment Laptop Briefcase w/ Removable Sleeve
- Fits most 17"
- Briefcase
Price is $121.59
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22% off of Solo New York Midtown Collection Columbus Laptop Rolling Briefcase, Black Polyester (B64-4)
Item # : 486939
Model # : B644
Safely store and transport laptops using this Solo New York Midtown Collection Columbus rolling briefcase.
- This rolling briefcase allows you to safely transport your notebook when you're traveling
- Comes in black and made of polyester
Price is $99.99, Regular price was $129.19, You save 22%
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Item # : 24535746
Model # : 141274-1041
- Three-compartment laptop briefcase to keep all your business essentials organized on the go
- Made of polyester and comes in black
Price is $113.39
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28% off of Solo New York Duane Hybrid Polyester Briefcase, Laptop Compatible, Grey (UBN31010)
Item # : 1246988
Model # : UBN310-10
Solo New York Duane Hybrid Convertible 15.6" Laptop Briefcase Backpack
- Backpack transforms into a briefcase
- Fully padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6"
Price is $39.99, Regular price was $55.69, You save 28%
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24% off of Solo New York Midtown Laptop Rolling Briefcase, Black Polyester (B100-4)
Item # : 590110
Model # : B100-4
Prepare for business travel with this Solo New York Carnegie rolling 15.4-inch rolling laptop case.
- This rolling case allows you to safely transport your notebook with you when you're traveling
- Comes in black and made of polyTwist for durability
Price is $69.99, Regular price was $92.59, You save 24%
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25% off of Solo New York Murray Vinyl Briefcase, Laptop Compatible, Black (VNL100-4)
Item # : 24597919
Model # : VNL100-4
- This briefcase is perfect for the office and business travel
- Dimensions: 12.2"H x 15.8"W x 3"D; compatible with laptops up to 15.6"
Price is $54.99, Regular price was $73.99, You save 25%
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Item # : 24545229
Model # : WG3860204581
- Slim briefcase keeps your laptop and other work essentials neatly packed
- Made of polyester and comes in a black/gray heather design
Price is $74.99
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Item # : 24588393
Model # : 83346
- Sophisticated multitasking briefcase offers an elegant alternative to the typical laptop bag
- Made of full grain cowhide leather in burgundy color with silver-tone hardware
Price is $163.99
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Item # : 24590188
Model # : 88434
- This laptop briefcase with increased protection is a perfect choice for everyday use
- Made of top-grain cowhide leather in brown
Price is $187.29
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Item # : 24381013
Model # : 88755
17" Leather Roll Top Laptop Briefcase
- Unisex Briefcase
- Tablet Pocket
Price is $160.09
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Item # : 24535747
Model # : 141271-1041
- Two-compartment laptop briefcase to keep all your business essentials organized on the go
- Made of polyester and comes in black
Price is $91.29
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Item # : 24440718
Model # : 128194-1041
- Comes in black nylon fabric and water-resistant coating
- Features a removable adjustable shoulder strap and top carry handles
Price is $69.89
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Item # : 24428515
Model # : 19100
- Modern laptop and tablet briefcase great for everyday use or traveling
- Made of pebble grain calfskin leather and comes in brown with elegant black trim
Price is $163.59
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Item # : 24440742
Model # : 126038-1041
- Laptop briefcase keeps your laptop and other work essentials neatly packed
- Comes in black and made of leather
Price is $180.69
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Item # : 2108688
Model # : 15714
15" Leather Fly-Through Checkpoint-Friendly Laptop Briefcase
- Fits most 15.6"
- Briefcase
Price is $212.29
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Item # : 487077
Model # : B1514
Tote product samples, marketing materials or other business essentials with this Solo New York Midtown Collection Morgan rolling briefcase.
- This rolling briefcase allows you to safely transport your notebook with you when you're traveling
- Comes in black and made of polyester
Price is $125.69
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Item # : 364222
Model # : TCT027US
Thin, Lightweight, and Functional
- Dedicated compartment with reinforced backing to separate your files and keep them looking crisp
- Foam padded laptop compartment helps absorb the shock of regular use and protect your laptop from other objects in your bag
Price is $38.99
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23% off of Solo New York Duane Hybrid Polyester Briefcase, Laptop Compatible, Black (UBN310-4)
Item # : 24396751
Model # : UBN310-4
- Briefcase transforms into backpack
- Dimensions: 12.5"H x 17"W x 5"D; compatible with laptops up to 15.6"
Price is $49.99, Regular price was $64.99, You save 23%
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Item # : 2108534
Model # : 96146A
15" Leather Wheeled Ladies' Laptop Briefcase
- Fits most 15"
- Women's Briefcase
Price is $233.49
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Item # : 24535752
Model # : 141278-1041
- Wheeled business case holds your personal belongings and keeps your business essentials organized, safe, and secure
- Made of polyester and comes in black
Price is $197.19
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20% off of Solo New York Morgan Polyester Briefcase, Laptop Compatible, Rolling, TSA Checkpoint Friendly, Gray (B151-4/10)
Item # : 24579849
Model # : B151-4/10
- This rolling catalog briefcase is perfect for the office and business travel
- Briefcase dimensions: 13.5"H x 18"W x 8"D
Price is $129.99, Regular price was $163.99, You save 20%
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Item # : 24397254
Model # : 251622
- 20.5″ interior width supports 2 court room legal size binders
- Piano hinge to allow flap to open wide 2 inner organizers
Price is $120.91
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Item # : 892241
Model # : 94836
15" Leather Ladies' Laptop Briefcase w/ Removable Sleeve
- Fits most 15.4"
- Top Grain Cowhide Leather
Price is $207.59
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Vangoddy Wave Laptop Briefcase, Gray/Magenta Nylon (NBKLEA602) is Out of stock
Item # : 2435162
Model # : NBKLEA602
- Fits 15.5" wide laptops
- Lightweight messenger style laptop bag
Price is $49.49
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Staples Block Erasers, Pink, 3/Pack (10433-CC) is In-store only
Price is $1.00, Regular price was $3.79, You save 73%
Unit of measure 3/Pack Price per unit $0.33/Eraser
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Price is $4.99, Regular price was $9.44, You save 47%
Unit of measure 500/Ream
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Price is $0.99, Regular price was $4.19, You save 76%
Unit of measure 10/Pack
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Price is $9.99, Regular price was $12.69, You save 21%
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.83/Marker
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Price is $0.50, Regular price was $3.69, You save 86%
Price per unit $0.50/Pencil Sharpener
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Price is $0.55, Regular price was $3.99, You save 86%
Price per unit $0.14/Ounces
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Price is $1.99, Regular price was $4.29, You save 53%
Unit of measure 5/Pack Price per unit $0.40/Highlighter
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Unit of measure 2500/Carton
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Price is $15.69
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.01/Post-it® Note
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Price is $0.50, Regular price was $2.19, You save 77%
Unit of measure Dozen Price per unit $0.04/Eraser
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Price is $6.99, Regular price was $8.69, You save 19%
Unit of measure 60/Pack Price per unit $0.12/Pen
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Price is $15.99, Regular price was $19.49, You save 17%
Unit of measure 10/Pack Price per unit $1.60/Correction Tape
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Busy professionals always need to carry important documents and paperwork while they're traveling to and from the office. A reliable briefcase is also helpful for transporting key accessories and supplies like pens and electronics and for keeping personal items like wallets and IDs stashed and sorted. Learn more about Staples’s briefcase bag options below.
Choosing the Right Briefcase
Briefcases come in a diverse range of options. From sleek, dark, professional briefcases to more casual, travel-friendly briefcases with more organizational compartments, it's easy to find the perfect briefcase for your unique needs.
The first thing to consider is the appearance you want for your briefcase: casual or professional. From there, you may want to decide on whether a hard-shell or soft-shell option is best for your needs. If you’re someone who will carry your briefcase outdoors on a regular basis, getting a water-resistant briefcase is a wise idea.
Assess how many and what kind of compartments you need for the items you plan to carry, as well as whether you need exterior pockets or security features. External flap pockets keep security badges and other articles you regularly reach for more accessible. Bags with removable laptop sleeves make it easier to access your computer while traveling. If you plan to use your briefcase for travel, opt for one that is more lightweight and has a trolly strap to slip over suitcase handles.
Business travelers who consistently toss bags onto the belt in the airport security line may appreciate a locking briefcase that stays locked and secure. Aluminum and titanium cases have tough outer shells that can withstand everything from baggage handlers to a train full of commuters.
What to Carry in a Briefcase
A briefcase for documents also lends itself to being a carrier for other essential items while you’re out and about. Use it to carry other workday items, like reading glasses, notepads, pens or your laptop. You can also use it to carry personal items, like tissues, headphones, an umbrella, snacks or power banks.
How to Care for a Leather Briefcase
Leather can be easily damaged, so proper care is crucial to keep it looking good and maintaining its structure. Dust leather briefcases weekly inside and out. Wipe up any spills immediately, as moisture can ruin leather. Store it away from humidity, heat and direct sunlight to prevent warping and fading. It’s also a good idea to apply a leather conditioner a few times a year to keep it polished and to prevent excessive cracking.