Our good friend, Vell Beck just released a range of checkered leather messenger bags on his website CHAPTER-FIVE.COM. The bags feature a 100% cowhide construction with an option of 4 different colored straps, which include, black, blue, red, and green. This bag hits on all of the points that make it unique and timely. Men are carrying more bags than ever (see crossbodys), checkered print is becoming a menswear staple, and this bag isn't your run of the mill Louis Vuitton or Goyard bag (played out). The checkered leather gives a nice pop to any outfit you are wearing, especially with the brightly colored strap. I have seen the bags in person and the quality is outstanding. Vell really put a lot of time & effort into making sure these bags were able to replace you tired out monogram designer bags at a lower pricepoint. They are currently available on his website for a reasonable $300. Be sure to check out some of the lookbook images and hit the link to his website below.