Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black
Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black

Water Resistant Messenger Bag - Black

Regular price£60
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  • 100% Organic Cotton
  • Made in Manchester, UK
  • Workers paid the real living wage
  • 1.4 kg CO2e
  • Water Resistant, Reproofable, and Free From Forever Chemicals

We've upgraded our Water Resistant Messenger Bag in Black - the perfect accessory for all your adventures, big and small. Now with interior pocket and key hook.

Made from waxed organic rip-stop cotton in the UK, this bag is built to last. It's zipped fastening and adjustable strap keep your belongings safe and secure, while the metal G hooks make it easy to adjust on the go. Plus, its rugged good looks ensure it's suitable for all genders.

Whether you're using it to store your laptop and books for work or studying (we highly recommend using a laptop case for extra protection), or packing it with essentials for a day trip, this bag is up for anything, and because it's water resistant, you don't have to worry about the weather ruining your plans.

  • Recycled Polyester label
  • Organic Waxed Ripstop Cotton
  • Adjustable Cotton Webbing Strap
  • Recycled Zip Fastening 
  • Inside Open Top Pocket
  • Inside Hook for Keys
  • Workers paid real living wage
  • Made in Manchester, UK
  • Adjustable Strap - Full Length of 115cm

*Carabiner key holder not included

International orders are sent DDP - customs and duties are paid upfront at checkout, nothing to pay upon delivery.
Norway and Switzerland are the exception. We can't send DDP to either, so your local customs authority will bill you for duties and any handling fee before your parcel is released.

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UK exchanges are free. Send it back tracked and we'll refund the postage to your original payment method
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Dimensions: 45cm wide x 34cm long

Volume: 5 L

Weight: 180 g

Internal pocket & key loop for keeping your gear organised
Metal G hook for easy strap adjustment on the go
Subtle branding
Compatible stash bags available for enhanced organisation
Water Resistant Dry Wax Cotton Ripstop
  • 5 stars: 553 (80%)
  • 4 stars: 92 (13%)
  • 3 stars: 32 (5%)
  • 2 stars: 8 (1%)
  • 1 star: 8 (1%)
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Suraj Rai
Very Nice Product

Really nice product, premium look. Apparently, Key holder in my Bag was damaged which is not a big issue for me,,, Really Nice Bag, Will buy mini version soon

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Glenys Courtney-Strachan (Auckland, New Zealand)
Tino pai te pēke

Kia ora🍕
This pēke is everything I need. Fav colour (orange), tough(cos I’m rough with my bags), practical(easy to find and grab things inside), the strap stays where it’s supposed to (no slipping from my shoulders). I have an old skool clunky phone that doesn’t fit inside the inner pouch🦄. I can handle it🍗 This pēke is the shit☺️How many stars? All of them🌌

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Hsieh Ning Wang (Taichung City, Taiwan)
Thank you!

Love the biscute orange , texture of the material, and the simplicity the bag tells.

At first i thought it might be too big to carry and might be heavy, but it turns out that it's not and the shape looks nice when it naturally drapes a little.

It's a vivid object to go with my jeans in this hot summer days in Taiwan~

Thank you for the wonderful design and craft-making.

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Giuseppe Stefani (Lazio, Italy)
The bag we like

I really like the bag. I find it comfortable, its modern line and the quality fabric I'm in love with it

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Eddie (Illinois, United States)
Super quality

Very good quality bag, the zip, strap and fasteners are all really sturdy and heavy duty. Can tell it’s going to last a lifetime. Only downside is it’s definitely not orange, more of a brick red colour.

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Michael Lee (England, United Kingdom)

I decided to not send a review of my WAWWA Messenger set until I had used it for a few weeks. I purchased the Messenger Set in Dark Olive, and at the outset I have to say that I absolutely love it. The great quality of materials and workmanship is excellent. The Messenger Bag is super light before filling. The two Packing Cubes can be filled with personal items, and added to the interior of the bag. What I love about this is that it is so easy to take out the packing cubes at anytime and leave one behind to reduce weight, or refill it with different items. Also, I can find any of my items without having to root through the bag, which is really handy. The bag also looks really well when strolling around town, (Dublin in my case). The messenger bag is not waterproof, but is showerproof, and this is clearly stated by wawwa. There are of course a couple of things that perhaps wawwa might consider. The main one is that the bag is designed for the right side of the body, the strap can be flipped, but the small pocket in the bag interior is then on the outside of the bag if worn on the left side of the body. The Zip is now also going the wrong way. It would be ideal if a customer could have a choice of purchasing the bag for wearing either right or left side. My other “niggle” is that the models on your website are all young people. Older people also want quality clothing and bags. I’m 72, and I love your quality British made products. 😁

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E.B. (California, United States)
Lovely quality, not water resistant

I purchased the Mini and regular size Water Resistant Messenger Bag. Both arrived safe and sound across the pond. Lovely quality, understated aesthetic. The only gripe I have is the product page and video show water beading up and rolling off and these are called Water Resistant. I have zero expectation these are waterproof or even water resistant over an extended period of time, however I was out in a very light and sporadic rain for 10 minutes and water did not bead up and roll off, rather it immediately soaked into the fabric. There was no water resistance to be seen. I am familiar with heritage and natural fabrics and understand the need for reproofing, however I wish the bags had arrived with some level of water resistance. With that said, I am still pleased with my purchase and will just be mindful to shield my bags from rain going forward.

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Kyryl Diekhtierov (Kyiv City, Ukraine)
My dream laptop bag

Just received this messenger bag in petrol colour, it’s perfect! I’m totally amazed, it suits my MacBook Air 15 and looks so good with classic coat and Barbour jacket 🤩

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Amelie Durville (Île-de-France, France)
une musette solide et polyvalente

Certains détails pourraient être améliorés (la boucle en métal de la bandoulière qui est amovible pour aucune raison, un petit anneau en bas du sac qui permettrait de fixer un cordon de rappel quand on le porte en vélo) mais globalement cette sacoche est extrêmement pratique et résistante.

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Soph (England, United Kingdom)
Great bag

I love it! It's been on my wishlist for ages. Finally brought it and it did not disappoint. The quality is fab.

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Andrew, Cardiff (Wales, United Kingdom)
I love my new messenger bag

It looks good, even on a 60+ bloke of generous build like me and it’s really well proportioned for every day use. It seems good value for money. I got a bundle with two packing pouches too, which I like. If there’s one improvement I’d suggest it would be a movable padded thing to go on the strap, but I knew it didn’t have that when I bought it so it’s not a grumble at all. I’m travelling to Spain next month so I look forward to taking it there. It’s a great bag and I really like the brand values and ethos too.

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Bastian Dikken (Pays de la Loire, France)
Goede aankoop

Ben erg tevreden met de tas.
Ik zal alleen misschien de zwarte band in kleur mooier hebben gevonden. Het formaat is perfect.

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Brandon Mistry (England, United Kingdom)
Great Quality Product & Design

Delivery was fast and prompt and the quality is exactly as advertised! Love the design and aesthetic. The bag is surprisingly spacious!

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Sophia Garnett (England, United Kingdom)

absolutely love the bag, it’s so roomy and versatile and the material is great.
one thing, I don’t love the piece of hardware that attaches the strap to the bag—it isn’t fully closed which allows you to unclip the strap easily so you can take the bag off without pulling it over your head. but the strap slipped out of its clip and came undone while i was cycling the other day which seems like a problem!

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Katsiaryna Smaliakova (Harjumaa, Estonia)
I'm in love with this bag!

One of the standout features of this bag is its lightness—carrying it around all day feels effortless, whether it's packed with my laptop or not. The design is not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing, featuring a gorgeous color that catches the eye and complements various outfits.

Adjustability is another plus. The strap can be easily modified to suit different heights and preferences, which adds a lot to the overall comfort. I find the handy pocket for smaller items perfect for storing headphones, cards, and other essentials. What's more, the tiny key loop inside is a game-changer—no more rummaging for keys!

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Ana M. (Vienna, Austria)
the bag I always wanted

great water-proof material which is very easy to clean and wash. it’s very lightweight and great to carry while biking. no issues with the zipper.
only suggestion that i have is maybe to have one more inside pocket (additional to the one that already exists).
i also wear with various outfits and it looks very cool every time. ❤️‍🔥

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Roman Kravchenko (Setúbal, Portugal)
This is the best bag I've ever had

It's great from all sides: not so big or too small, the color is even better than I expected, and the zipper makes it secure. I used to use cotton shoppers, but they aren't waterproof and don't have a zipper. So now I can take my big water bottle and everything I need.

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Miguel Alejandro Castro Sánchez (Valencia, Spain)
What a joy

Honestly, I have spent years trying yo find a brand like yours, that would either fit my aesthetics and environmental commitment. Purchasing these sort of independent garments equals in having something that will last almost your entire life. Thanks for being so good at what you do. The Neil jacket I just had got is probably “the” most beautiful and resistant garment I have ever seen in my life.

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Alexander Sakovich (Mazovia, Poland)
Great bag, but

But it missed a part from the pictures on the website - a keyring holder, idk why

And also almost zero organization inside which is sad a bit

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Andrew Broadway (Tennessee, United States)
Incredible and simple

I love this bag. I’m using it for my daily work carry, and it hasn’t disappointed so far. My only suggestion would be the zipper release. Maybe have a way to keep them connected whenever you do unzip the bag. But that’s such a small thing.

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Anonymous (England, United Kingdom)
Good bag but room for improvements

Wanted a bag for carrying a bit more stuff when cycling, and this is a great mix between a musette and a full sized messenger bag, out of durable and water-resistant fabric. My only gripes with it is that even when fully zipped there are gaps near the strap that do allow water to get in (see pic), and the strap could do with some other kind of fastener so the excess bit doesn't flap about. Maybe also an inside pocket? Overall still a nice bag, but could do with a few fixes.

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Maria Nassim
Great bag and even better costumer service

My first bag got lost in the mail. The costumer was just amazing. The second bag arrived shortly after. I took the bag to rainy Bremen for a city trip. What should I say… I’m in love… is spacious, feels durable but yet light weight. Perfect.

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Amandine MIR (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
It’s OK

It would be cool to have a thing which blocks the strap. It’s not comfy while riding a bike. But I love it anyway, keep going !

Water Resistant

Water-resistant means that the material or product can resist the penetration of water to some degree, but not entirely. It can withstand light rain or water splashes for a short time, but prolonged exposure to water or heavy rain can seep through the material.

Reproofable

This product can be reproofed using a suitable spray in order to make the product water resistant again and ensure it's longevity. We reccomend doing this every few months or after any particularly heavy downpours.

Free From Forever Chemicals

Forever chemicals, also known as PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances), are synthetic compounds commonly used in waterproofing that persist indefinitely in the environment.
While they're effective at repelling water, these chemicals accumulate in soil, water systems, and living organisms, causing long-term environmental damage and potential health risks.

FAQs

Waxed cotton offers several unique advantages: it's biodegradable, repairable, ages beautifully with a unique patina, and can be maintained indefinitely through reproofing. Unlike synthetic materials that might end up in landfills when their waterproofing fails, waxed cotton gets better with age and proper care.

Water-resistant and waterproof are terms used to describe how well a material or product can resist water. The main difference between the two is the level of protection they offer against water.

Water-resistant means that the material or product can resist the penetration of water to some degree, but not entirely. It can withstand light rain or water splashes for a short time, but prolonged exposure to water or heavy rain can seep through the material and damage the contents of the item.

Waterproof, on the other hand, means that the material or product is entirely impervious to water and will not allow any water to penetrate. It is designed to withstand heavy rain, submersion in water, or other harsh weather conditions without allowing any water to seep through.

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