Customer Reviews Kipling Seoul Backpack with Laptop Protection

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19 total reviews

Review Breakdown:

79%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

5%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

5%3Rated 3 stars out of 5

0%2Rated 2 stars out of 5

11%1Rated 1 star out of 5

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100%"Felt true to size"

100%"Felt true to width"

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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
I am returning this brown backpack. It does not have the Kipling monkey...again! The red one that was resent with this one...does has a little red monkey. I returned the original red one yesterday to you. I have decided to return these two (second red one and the brown one) because I doubt I will order from Zappos again. These were gifts for kids and both times these orders (even this new one) were screwed up. With the little monkey that kids collect..these are just any old backpacks to them. Poor quality control at Zappos! Bettie Jamarik. :-(
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Just make sure if you WANT KIPLING ..that you get the little monkey!
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
If you really do need to carry a 15" laptop on a regular basis, then don't waste your time with this backpack. It's cute and made of quality material, but it is NOT a well-made backpack. The straps meet at the top in a place that touches my neck, and the straps have very light padding, making it painful to carry, even with nothing but my laptop and wallet inside. I carried for about 6 minutes before deciding to return it. This backpack would be perfect for someone who just needs to carry some folders and supplies, but definitely not textbooks or laptops. I ended up getting the Osprey Flapjill LG and it is very, very well-made compared to the Kipling Seoul.
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Osprey
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great bag. Super lightweight yet sturdy. Holds a lot of items, & the design is really cute.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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We've owned this backpack for almost 2 years now. I got it for my son to carry his toys, kindle or iPad, and snacks when we're traveling. I've washed it several times and it comes out looking brand new every time. The durability and being lightweight is something that you don't find too often in a sturdy backpack. This backpack has been tossed around, thrown on the ground, stepped on, and still looks great without and damage whatsoever! Well worth the price and will have for years to come! Highly recommend!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Cool color, nice padding inside back of the knapsack, and very spacious.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
I just ordered this backpack for my 8 year old daughter and she loves it! I got the purple color and it is really nice.
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Hershel
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Verified Purchase
Love this backpack! Purchased it for traveling! Makes my life so much easier going through the airport. As with Kipling, nylon is sturdy and light. Backpack holds my 15" laptop, iPad, books, snacks, etc. Pockets come in handy for quick access to passport and boarding passes. Color is navy blue as described. No problems with the "Monkey" as others have noted that their monkey was not on the back. So cute!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
The perfect backpack! It's so beautiful (I got the turquoise color). I love all the zippered compartments. It's roomy enough for my Toshiba notebook. A+.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
I bought this back pack in black for my daughter's first year in high school and it has held up as one of the most durable, strong and sturdy backpacks I've ever purchased. She commuted by mass transit every day, lugged unbearably heavy books, notebooks, lunch and ipad everyday with no damage whatsoever to the back pack. I sent her off to college this fall and didn't even think of buying her a new one. We washed this one and it is now in it's fifth year of service attending college with my daughter. Kipling is a great product. It will last and is cute too!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Verified Purchase
I bought this for my daughter and she loves it. It fits all her big binders and books. The color is nice as well.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Verified Purchase
My fifth grader loves it! She especially loves the monkey. She does not need to carry a laptop to school yet but extra padding would not hurt. We are planning to use it for a while since it seems like it is very good quality. It is a nice turquoise color that seems to be in for her age, also very light weight. It is big enough to carry an accordion folder, two thick hard cover textbooks, a bottled water, and a regular size lunch bag plus all her knick knacks and wallet. It has many compartments which comes in very handy. Overall we are happy with the bag, it looks very nice in person especially when being carried on her back.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Just received it today! I am a fan of Kipling products and I must say that I am pleased with this purchase. The espresso is a nice shade and the bag has plenty of pockets. And…I did get the monkey with the backpack. Thank you Zappos!
I'd also recommend:
Patagonia and North Face
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Verified Purchase
I have many Kipling items. I needed a bag that had multiple compartments, was sturdy and wouldn't add extra weight for me. This bag was the answer. I was able to put a digital camera,with cords, iPhone with cords, international chargers, medication, 4 bags of toiletries, passport and airline info and have each in its own special compartment. This is my bag of choice for any trip I'll be taking in the future.
I'd also recommend:
any of the Kipling bags
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This bag is almost perfect. It's super lightweight - great for hotter weather. It's pretty water-resistant and wipes clean. I love the nylon Kipling uses for their bags too. I got mine in slate grey and it goes with everything I own and has an understated, classic, casual look. My only criticism is that there really aren't any secret interior pockets. But this is a minor criticism. Is it worth the price? Yes and no. You're paying for the brand (ie: the monkey keychain) but for the lightness of the material, it's super-sturdy and durable which is worth something, especially since it's hard to find a cheaper pack made of the same material. If you're looking for an ergonomic pack that provides hours of good support, you may find this isn't suitable. But overall, it's such a great pack, that I'm not really complaining.
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