Jake_M

+1

I'm not a woman either, but I know several who prefer backpacks, particularly the Chrome. I just bought something similar from a guy who makes them locally, it might not behoove you to buy one from him and ship it across country but it might be something closer to what you're looking for than the chrome. (search "lemolo" in the forums if you're interested, or google lemolo bags)

I'd suggest something like this, even though it's not exactly FABULOUS: http://www.chromebags.com/images/pro...=500&width=500

and for what it's worth, in my experience a bag like this is often something that someone has to choose for herself. like a pair of jeans or a hat. difficult things to buy for other people...

Good Luck.