The RAJUL grey canvas satchel is made from strong 100% cotton canvas in a deep Slate Grey shade, with an adjustable strap, handy back zip pocket, internal zip pocket and a versatile everyday shape. Designed as a unisex canvas satchel with a relaxed messenger-bag feel, it is useful for work, errands, documents and day trips.
Handmade in Nepal by a small Fair Trade workshop, the RAJUL combines practical everyday usefulness with the softer, more natural feel of AURA QUE craftsmanship. It is ideal if you want a proper everyday bag, but do not want something stiff, synthetic or overly corporate-looking.
Calm, practical and easy to wear, the Slate Grey colourway feels softer than black and more versatile than brighter tones, making it especially useful for everyday carrying.
Why You’ll Love It
- Strong grey canvas satchel for everyday use
- Made from 100% cotton canvas with no PVC
- Deep Slate Grey colourway
- Adjustable strap for shoulder or crossbody wear
- Handy zip pocket on the back body
- Internal zip pocket for smaller essentials
- Practical unisex messenger-style shape
- Useful for work, errands, documents and day trips
- Handmade brass buckles and specialised fittings
- Machine washable on a cool gentle wash
- Handmade in Nepal by a small Fair Trade workshop
- Individually handcrafted with AURA QUE character
About The Slate Grey Colourway
This Slate Grey colourway is calm, practical and easy to wear — deeper than pale grey, softer than black and more understated than blue. It has a versatile everyday feel that works beautifully with denim, navy, cream, black, white, tan, mustard, terracotta and other natural tones.
The strong cotton canvas gives the colour a practical matte finish, making this grey satchel feel grounded and useful rather than formal, shiny or overly corporate.
It is an especially good choice if you want a grey canvas messenger bag that feels versatile, understated and easy to use day after day.
As each satchel is individually handmade and photographed in natural light, slight variations in colour and texture are part of its character. Lighting, backgrounds and screen settings may also affect how colours appear.
Size And Capacity
The RAJUL is designed as a practical everyday satchel with space for daily essentials, notebooks, documents, a book, purse, phone, keys, water bottle, travel extras and work items.
| Measurement | Size |
|---|---|
| Length | 37cm |
| Width | 32cm |
| Depth | 9.5cm |
| Strap length | 110–134cm |
| Strap width | 2.5cm |
| Maximum strap drop | 73cm |
| Length of opening | 32cm |
As item sizes vary, please check the dimensions above before ordering if you need the satchel for a specific laptop, folder, tablet or document size.
A Grey Canvas Satchel For Work, Errands And Day Trips
The RAJUL works beautifully as a grey canvas messenger bag, everyday satchel or day-trip bag when you want something strong, useful and comfortable to carry.
It is practical enough for work, notebooks, errands and everyday essentials, but softer and more relaxed than a leather satchel, laptop case or formal office bag.
The adjustable strap allows it to be worn over the shoulder or across the body, depending on your preferred fit.
It works especially well for:
- commuting
- creative work
- notebooks and documents
- markets and day trips
- train journeys
- everyday town use
- relaxed travel days
Adjustable Strap And Useful Zip Pockets
The adjustable strap can be worn at different lengths depending on your height, layers and preferred carrying position.
Wear it higher and closer to the body, lower and more relaxed, over one shoulder or across the body depending on your day.
A handy zip pocket on the back body keeps frequently used items close to hand, while the internal zip pocket is useful for smaller essentials you want to keep separate.
The RAJUL gives you practical organisation without turning the bag into a bulky technical messenger bag.
Strong 100% Cotton Canvas
Canvas is an extremely durable plain-woven fabric valued for its strength and long-lasting practicality. AURA QUE’s cotton canvas has a thick, sturdy feel with natural durability and character.
Unlike many modern canvas fabrics, we do not use PVC in our canvas — the RAJUL is made from 100% cotton.
Our cotton canvas is woven from undyed cotton fibres before being dyed as a finished fabric. This gives the satchel its strong structure, practical feel and distinctive Slate Grey finish.
This is not a waterproof technical messenger bag, but a strong cotton canvas satchel designed for everyday use season after season.
Handmade Brass Buckles And Fittings
The brass buckles and specialised fittings are handmade by artisans in Kathmandu, who hand cut, file and polish local Nepali brass into shape.
Brass is valued for its durability, workability and long-lasting properties, while also bringing warmth and character to the satchel’s practical canvas finish.
These small handmade details help distinguish the RAJUL from mass-produced bags and contribute to its thoughtful, grounded feel.
Handmade In Nepal By A Fair Trade Workshop
The RAJUL satchel is handmade by a small Nepali workshop affiliated with the Nepal Leprosy Trust, which provides skilled work opportunities for marginalised people.
AURA QUE has worked alongside the workshop since 2006, helping develop products, improve skills and support long-term sustainable employment. As a World Fair Trade Organization certified member, the workshop provides fair living wages, healthcare benefits and contributions towards employees’ children’s school fees.
Each satchel is individually handcrafted, making every piece slightly unique.
A Thoughtful, Practical Gift
Strong, useful and beautifully handmade, the RAJUL cotton canvas satchel makes a thoughtful gift for students, teachers, commuters, creative workers, travellers or anyone who values practical everyday pieces with a story.
The Slate Grey shade feels calm, versatile and easy to wear, making it one of the most practical and universally wearable colour choices in the collection.
Especially ideal for:
- commuters
- students and creatives
- thoughtful travellers
- lovers of natural materials
- ethical shoppers
- practical everyday organisation
Care Instructions
- Machine wash on a cool gentle wash
- Do not tumble dry
- Wash dark colours separately
To help keep your satchel looking its best, avoid overloading it with sharp or very heavy items, and allow it to dry naturally after washing.
Lighting, backgrounds and screen settings may affect how colours appear. If you would like help choosing the right shade, please contact us before ordering and we will happily advise.
FAQs
Is RAJUL a satchel or messenger bag?
The RAJUL is a cotton canvas satchel with a messenger-style shape and adjustable strap. It can be worn over the shoulder or across the body depending on your preferred fit.
Is the Slate Grey RAJUL satchel unisex?
Yes. The RAJUL has a practical unisex shape and adjustable strap, making it suitable for many wearers.
Does the RAJUL satchel have zip pockets?
Yes. The RAJUL has a handy zip pocket on the back body and an internal zip pocket for smaller essentials.
Is the grey canvas satchel washable?
Yes. The RAJUL can be machine washed on a cool gentle wash. Do not tumble dry, and wash dark colours separately.
Is this grey satchel waterproof?
No. This is 100% cotton canvas and is not described as waterproof. It is strong and durable for everyday use, but should not be treated as a waterproof technical messenger bag.
Is this colour grey or blue?
This colourway is Slate Grey: a deep grey shade that may have a cool undertone, but is best described as grey rather than blue.
Other RAJUL Canvas Satchel Colours
Looking for a different shade? Explore our other RAJUL cotton canvas satchel colourways, including:
Prefer a backpack for A4 documents and day trips? Explore our LAKSHYA canvas backpacks.
Prefer a softer crossbody for smaller essentials? Discover our GYANI crossbody bags.
Looking for a larger shoulder tote? Explore our JOGI shoulder bags.
