Partner in Crime

Fabric - Tea Tree - Dark

Tea Tree - Dark
Tea Tree - Light
Wrens
Stoneware
Brushstroke
Botanica
Spotted Quoll
Mountainscape
Clouds - Cool
Clouds - Warm
Woven
Quilted

Mix-n-match straps

All bags have modular straps so they can be personalised and allow your bag to be worn as a shoulderbag and backpack.

Every detail counts

The Partner in Crime will fit laptops and tablets up to 34cm x 27cm (accounting for the lining and such).

This means it is perfect for most 15" Macbooks, and/or A4 papers, magazines etc.

It is the perfect 2-in-1 bag if you want to carry work things, though still have a versatile bag for travel or weekends.

The padded grab handle is positioned near the strap loops on the back of the bag.

This gives an easy way to hang and pickup your bag and has been sized to also slip over most suitcase handles, allowing you to effortlessly organise your luggage.

Many customers have mentioned this is a substantial improvement over their existing mattt bag/s without a handle.

Every bag now comes with a unique serial number and QR code digitally printed on a label inside the front pocket.

This allows you to view details about your bag such as the date it was made, a constantly updating cost-per-day and photos of your bag being made.

It also means if your bag is ever misplaced it is as easy as possible for someone to organise it's return through a form on the bags archive page.

Your bag is made to last - and a big part of this durability comes from using the highest quality zips.

The main zipper is a dual YKK #8 coil zipper, while all pockets use a slightly lighter weight YKK #5 zipper (shown)

As these are used in most quality bags this also means the sliders are easy to source anywhere in the world should they ever need to be replaced.

Compare the Partner in Crime

backpack & shoulderbag
from $365

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A generous everyday bag that is perfect for travel

5cm

wider

5cm

taller

1cm

deeper

16" laptop
up to 39cm x 32cm

A4 folders etc
and/or a handful of vinyl records

1 x full width zipper pocket
w/ 3 x smaller pockets
for phone, passport, pens
+ key loop

1 x rear document pouch
w/ option to add suitcase pass-thru

1 x full width zipper pocket
divided into two sections to create
seperate areas for passports, pens
and/or charging cables

backpack & shoulderbag
from $335

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The streamlined goldilocks bag for when you like to be prepared.

32cm

width

37cm

height

9cm

depth

15" laptop
up to 34cm x 27cm

and/or a couple of wine bottles
(though not advised at the same time - haha)

1 x full width zipper pocket
w/ 2 x smaller pockets
for phone, passport, pens
+ key loop

1 x rear document pouch
w/ option to add suitcase pass-thru

1 x full width zipper pocket
a single section section for passports,
pens and/or charging cables

backpack & shoulderbag
from $315

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The work centric bag in the mattt family.

5cm

wider

9cm

shorter

14" laptop
up to 32cm x 26cm

great for all your A4 things
along with pockets to keep
smaller items organised

1 x full width zipper pocket
w/ 3 x smaller pockets
for phone, passport, pens
+ key loop

1 x full width zipper pocket
divided into two sections to create
seperate areas for passports, pens
and/or charging cables

backpack & shoulderbag
from $295

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The most popular bag - big enough to carry all you need.

9cm

shorter

13" iPad Pro
up to 28cm x 22cm

sketchbook, sunglasses, water bottle etc

can also fit a 14" laptop
(slightly poking out top when unzipped)

1 x full width zipper pocket
w/ 2 x smaller pockets
for phone, passport, pens
+ key loop

1 x full width zipper pocket
a single section section for passports,
pens and/or charging cables

shoulderbag
from $195

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Your organised, go-anywhere companion - great for gigs (and when you'd like to dance)!

10cm

narrower

9cm

shorter

4cm

skinnier

11" iPad Pro
up to 25cm x 18cm

fits all your necessities including phone, sunglasses, small notebook and passport etc

1 x full width zipper pocket
for phone, passport, pens
+ key loop

1 x full width zipper pocket
option to personalise with custom lining
like photo, poem, message etc

shoulderbag
from $275

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A boxier style that has plenty of space with a smaller silhouette .

3cm

narrower

18cm

shorter

2cm

deeper

iPad Mini (in a case)
up to 24cm x 16cm

a DSLR camera (and spare lens), Keep Cup, multiple glasses cases, water bottle and a bottle of wine

1 x full width zipper pocket
for phone, passport, pens
+ key loop

1 x full width zipper pocket
option to personalise with custom lining
like photo, poem, message etc

shoulderbag
from $255

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A 5cm narrower version of the Mate

8cm

narrower

2cm

deeper

18cm

shorter

iPad Mini
up to 20cm x 16cm

same as the Mate though as 5cm narrower about 20% less (and not a wine bottle)

1 x full width zipper pocket
for phone, passport, pens
+ key loop

1 x full width zipper pocket
option to personalise with custom lining
like photo, poem, message etc

What people are saying about their Partner in Crime ...

I ordered my first bag (large laptop) many, many years ago when Mattt had a stall on St Kilda.

I was visiting Melbourne at the time. It was delivered to NZ where I was working at the time.

I was so impressed that when needing a backpack went straight to Matt for another great bag with style, practicality and durability.

My bag (large laptop) has a Blue Fairy Wren pattern (so Australian; one of my favourite birds) and has been in constant use for many years - local commutes, interstate and overseas meetings.

It has had NO maintenance issues and still serves me well. The design is clever and functional. I note that newer models have had some changes (e.g., the outer pocket is zipped).

- Nerida, Canberra

Durability, style and practicality.

I can take it to work everyday and then take it out on weekends and out for dinner.

It goes with me everywhere.

- Amber, Sydney

I do like that you can just choose the panel and then the bag and it gets made up for you.

I totally ordered at the worst time of the year when you were on a break though still happy.

I like it even more than my old mattt bag because the zipper is tougher. The design is gorgeous and I get a lot of comments on it.

I guess I’ll be back in another five years when this one bites the dust? Yes, my old bag lasted that long with daily abuse! Maybe I should buy a couple and tuck them away somewhere. I wouldn’t mind one of the smaller bags too.

- Claire, Brunswick

I was emailing to say how happy I am with the quality and style of the bag!

Even better than I expected!

Thank you so much!

- Jessica, Ballarat

Good size, plain, functional. Good quality zip, stitching and manufacturing so it is durable.

The pattern/fabric is striking and it goes well with the clothes that I wear and strangers ask me where I bought it from.

I also love the strap it is wide enough and long enough to sit over my shoulder comfortably.

I have bought bags for (or gone halves with) about five people for birthday / Christmas presents.

- Victoria, Adelaide

Lifetime Guarantee

This is the distillation of my approach to design, materials and making developed over more than twenty years of sewing and selling bags.

Each and every bag is personally sewn in my studio with quality materials, components and construction techniques selected for durability, repairability and sustainability.

Quite simply I guarantee your bag is made for many many years of everyday use.

If in the unlikely event that any stitching or hardware should fail they'll be repaired free for life.

I respectfully acknowledge the Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri peoples of Melbourne, the traditional custodians of this beautiful land on which I am lucky enough to live, work and create.

Partner in Crime

Every detail counts

What people are saying about their Partner in Crime ...

I ordered my first bag (large laptop) many, many years ago when Mattt had a stall on St Kilda.

I was visiting Melbourne at the time. It was delivered to NZ where I was working at the time.

I was so impressed that when needing a backpack went straight to Matt for another great bag with style, practicality and durability.

My bag (large laptop) has a Blue Fairy Wren pattern (so Australian; one of my favourite birds) and has been in constant use for many years - local commutes, interstate and overseas meetings.

It has had NO maintenance issues and still serves me well. The design is clever and functional. I note that newer models have had some changes (e.g., the outer pocket is zipped).

Durability, style and practicality.

I can take it to work everyday and then take it out on weekends and out for dinner.

It goes with me everywhere.

I do like that you can just choose the panel and then the bag and it gets made up for you.

I totally ordered at the worst time of the year when you were on a break though still happy.

I like it even more than my old mattt bag because the zipper is tougher. The design is gorgeous and I get a lot of comments on it.

I guess I’ll be back in another five years when this one bites the dust? Yes, my old bag lasted that long with daily abuse! Maybe I should buy a couple and tuck them away somewhere. I wouldn’t mind one of the smaller bags too.

I was emailing to say how happy I am with the quality and style of the bag!

Even better than I expected!

Thank you so much!

Good size, plain, functional. Good quality zip, stitching and manufacturing so it is durable.

The pattern/fabric is striking and it goes well with the clothes that I wear and strangers ask me where I bought it from.

I also love the strap it is wide enough and long enough to sit over my shoulder comfortably.

I have bought bags for (or gone halves with) about five people for birthday / Christmas presents.

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Partner in Crime

Every detail counts

What people are saying about their Partner in Crime ...

I ordered my first bag (large laptop) many, many years ago when Mattt had a stall on St Kilda.

I was visiting Melbourne at the time. It was delivered to NZ where I was working at the time.

I was so impressed that when needing a backpack went straight to Matt for another great bag with style, practicality and durability.

My bag (large laptop) has a Blue Fairy Wren pattern (so Australian; one of my favourite birds) and has been in constant use for many years - local commutes, interstate and overseas meetings.

It has had NO maintenance issues and still serves me well. The design is clever and functional. I note that newer models have had some changes (e.g., the outer pocket is zipped).

Durability, style and practicality.

I can take it to work everyday and then take it out on weekends and out for dinner.

It goes with me everywhere.

I do like that you can just choose the panel and then the bag and it gets made up for you.

I totally ordered at the worst time of the year when you were on a break though still happy.

I like it even more than my old mattt bag because the zipper is tougher. The design is gorgeous and I get a lot of comments on it.

I guess I’ll be back in another five years when this one bites the dust? Yes, my old bag lasted that long with daily abuse! Maybe I should buy a couple and tuck them away somewhere. I wouldn’t mind one of the smaller bags too.

I was emailing to say how happy I am with the quality and style of the bag!

Even better than I expected!

Thank you so much!

Good size, plain, functional. Good quality zip, stitching and manufacturing so it is durable.

The pattern/fabric is striking and it goes well with the clothes that I wear and strangers ask me where I bought it from.

I also love the strap it is wide enough and long enough to sit over my shoulder comfortably.

I have bought bags for (or gone halves with) about five people for birthday / Christmas presents.

Lifetime Guarantee

The bags

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