GQ told you the messenger bag was over; Jack Spade begs to differ. Not content with making bags for every New York woman, Kate Spade’s husband Andy has created a casual line for men. The shop offers less-expensive canvas shoulder bags—the Greene Street Line—in black, orange, red and navy blue, as well as the higher-priced Warren Street line.
i had already bought a kate spade bag as a gift, then heard of the jack spade line so i went to check it out. the store is funky and full of retro books and travel knick-knacks. the staff was friendly, helpful, and not pushy. JS bags are well-designed and functional but still stylish. i ended up with a messenger bag ($95) and a wallet ($39, on sale). highly recommended!