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Pros
- Sleeve for carry-on trunk
- Separate essentials pouch
- Compartments for organization
This weekender design has everything you need for a quick trip or as an essentials bag for a longer vacay.
Material: Nylon or vegan leather
Dimensions: Width: 16.3 inches × length: 7.2 inches x height: 11.2 inches
Customer review: “I absolutely love this weekender bag. It is so versatile and easily accessible. I love the detachable pouch which is very convenient. I definitely recommend this bag for short and long trips.”
Editor’s Choice
Rimowa Never Still Canvas Weekender
Editor’s Choice
Rimowa Never Still Canvas Weekender
Pros
- Slip strap for carry-on trunk
- Adjustable strap
- Made with durable materials
Cons
- Pricey
Rimowa is everyone’s top choice when it comes to luggage and travel, so why would a weekender be any different? Classic and sleek, this bag will get you where you need to go.
Material: Canvas, full grain leather
Dimensions: Width: 17.72 inches x length: 7.87 inches x height:14.17 inches
Pros
- Water-resistant nylon and leather trim
- Meets the airline requirement as a personal item
- Multiple sizes
If you’re into the more subdued, yet chic travel look, try this weekender from Away.
Material: Nylon, leather
Dimensions: Width: 16.3 inches x length: 7.3 inches x height: 10.2 inches
Customer review: “I am very pleased with my Everywhere Bag! It’s very handy for all my carry-on needs. It was very roomy held all my extra purchases I made at the airport. It’s also extremely well-made and very stylish.”
Pros
- Bottom compartment for shoes
- Use as a weekender or gym bag
Perfectly plush and practical, Calpak’s weekender comes in super cute colors and has all the compartments you could need, including one for shoes!
Material: Polyester
Dimensions: Width: 19.5 inches x length: 10.5 inches x height: 14 inches
Customer review: “Very excited about this bag. The color is perfect for my taste. Able to pack enough clothes and shoes for 4 days!”
Puffy and Plush
Caraa Nimbus Large Bag
Puffy and Plush
Caraa Nimbus Large Bag
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Pros
- 14 total pockets and compartments
- Padded interior
- Can be carried as a tote or crossbody
Sporty and soft, puffy and plush, Caraa’s weekender is perfect for girlies on the go.
Material: Nylon
Dimensions: Width: 18.5 inches x length: 8.5 inches x height: 13 inches
Customer review: “Have been searching for the perfect weekender. This is it. Great pockets. Comfortable to carry. Super stylish.”
Pros
- Vintage look and feel
- Multiple compartments
- Structured build
A classic vintage weekender, this bag from Azaria can take you across Europe to California to Oaxaca and back.
Material: High-quality vintage vegan leather
Dimensions: Width: 20.5 inches x length: 12 inches x height: 12 inches
Customer review: “This is the most beautiful and functional bag ever!! It is the perfect size for all my traveling needs, even longer trips!”
Easy and Elegant
The Row Iowa Duffle in Leather
Easy and Elegant
The Row Iowa Duffle in Leather
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Pros
- Adjustable strap
Cons
- Expensive
An IYKYK travel bag, very few people will guess that you’re carrying The Row, but that’s the whole point.
Material: 100% Matte Grained Calf Leather
Dimensions: Width: 15.75 inches x length: 8 inches x height: 14 inches
Luxurious and Unique
Lazaro Heritage Cowhide Duffel Bag
Luxurious and Unique
Lazaro Heritage Cowhide Duffel Bag
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Pros
- Made with cowhide leather
Cons
- Might not be as durable as other materials, but you could go for the worn vintage look
- Pricey
A truly gorgeous option, this duffel by Lazaro is one of my favorites, and definitely unexpected!
Material: Cowhide leather
Dimensions: Width: 20.1 inches x length: 10.6 inches x height: 11.4 inches
Customer review: “A completely unique piece I’ve honestly never seen before. So soft and pleasant to touch.”
Sporty and Chic
Dagne Dover Landon Carryall Bag
Sporty and Chic
Dagne Dover Landon Carryall Bag
Pros
- Neoprene material
- Multiple compartments and sleeves
- Various sizes
Cons
- Not as structured
Classic, durable, and sporty, Dagne Dover’s neoprene weekender is perfect for island getaways or camping weekends.
Material: 100% premium neoprene
Dimensions: Width: 20.5 inches x length: 10 inches x height: 10.5 inches
Customer review: “I got this for my underseat carry-on for a recent trip to London and it’s the perfect size! I also love the thickness of the fabric, the trolley holder to slide onto a carry-on suitcase, and all the organizing pockets.”
No Fuss Duffel
Todd Snyder Bennett Winch Suit Carrier Holdall
No Fuss Duffel
Todd Snyder Bennett Winch Suit Carrier Holdall
Pros
- Built-in garment bag
- Waterproof cotton canvas material
Cons
- Pricey
For the no-nonsense traveler, this Todd Snyder weekender has all the essentials with no fuss, including a disguised garment bag.
Material: Waterproof cotton canvas
Dimensions: Width: 22.6 inches x length: 14.1 inches x height: 17.7 inches
The Do-It-All Duffel
Parker Clay San Ysidro Weekender
The Do-It-All Duffel
Parker Clay San Ysidro Weekender
Pros
- Classic silhouette
- Removable shoulder strap
If you’re looking for a vintage-lookalike duffel that you could’ve pulled out of your cool grandpa’s closet, this bag is for you.
Material: Premium Ethiopian full-grain leather
Dimensions: Width: 16.75 inches x length: 8.5 inches x height: 9 inches
Customer review: “This is just what I was looking for, the quality is incredible and its great for a short trip away. It feels and looks great.”
Lightweight and Lovely
Tumi Just In Case® Duffel
Lightweight and Lovely
Tumi Just In Case® Duffel
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Pros
- Lightweight and packable
- Variety of closures
- 2-year warranty
Durable and lightweight, Tumi’s duffel can hold all your essentials without weighing you down.
Material: Nylon
Dimensions: Width: 18.9 inches x length: 10.3 inches x height: 10.3 inches
Utilitari-fun
Baboon to the Moon Go-Bag Mini Duffle
Utilitari-fun
Baboon to the Moon Go-Bag Mini Duffle
Pros
- Colorful and fun
- Perfect for multiple concurrent trips
- Can be worn as a backpack
There’s no chance of missing this in your pile of bags whatsoever.
Material: Waterproof shell materials
Dimensions: Width: 18.5 inches x length: 9.5 inches x height: 12 inches
For Logomaniacs
Coach Gotham Duffle In Signature Canvas
For Logomaniacs
Coach Gotham Duffle In Signature Canvas
Pros
- TSA Compliant
- Classic silhouette
Cons
- Few interior compartments
If you love the logo trend but don’t want to be so obvious about it, this bag is for you. Chic yet durable, subtle yet fun.
Material: Signature coated canvas and refined calf leather
Dimensions: Width: 19.75 inches x length: 9 inches x height: 11.5 inches
Customer review: “Never mind the amazing look, the leather is high quality, and durable. This bag is the perfect weekend bag for one person.”
Pros
- Multiple compartments
- Adjustable and detachable strap
For a vegan leather option, this weekender by Samara is a great choice!
Material: Vegan leather and suede
Dimensions: Width: 18 inches x length: 8 inches x height: 10 inches
Customer review: “The color, the size, the shape, the laptop pocket, the versatility. All of it. This is my fifth item from Samara and it’s consistently one of the best sustainable, high-quality brands out there right now.”
Effortless & Elegant
Fawn The Fawn + Cara Loren Weekender
Effortless & Elegant
Fawn The Fawn + Cara Loren Weekender
Pros
- Solidly structured
- 9 interior pockets
To live out your classy traveler dreams, go with this effortlessly elegant weekender from Fawn.
Material: Premium matte faux leather
Dimensions: Width: 20 inches x length: 10 inches x height: 12 inches
Customer review: “This bag is wonderful. Larger than I thought. Can’t wait for our next adventure to use it.”
The Road Trip Weekender
Consuela Taylor Weekender
The Road Trip Weekender
Consuela Taylor Weekender
Pros
- TSA Compatible
- Roomy interior
Perfect for road trips, weekend trips, and everything in between!
Material: Nylon
Dimensions: Width: 22 inches x length: 13.5 inches x height: 9 inches
An Oldie but a Goodie
Vera Bradley Featherweight Travel Bag
An Oldie but a Goodie
Vera Bradley Featherweight Travel Bag
Pros
- Lightweight and spacious
Cons
- Not many components
- Better for non-airplane travel
If you grew up carrying a Vera Bradley tote or duffel, upgrade yourself to this modern-day version. Perfectly puffy, this can double as a weekender or a pillow, tbh.
Material: Recycled water-repellent nylon
Dimensions: Width: 16 inches x length: 13.5 inches x height: 8.5 inches
Customer review: “Love the featherweight travel bag. The print is cute and the bag is well-made. Perfect for our weekends at the lake!”
Perfect for Business Trips
Carl Friedrik Palissy Weekend Bag
Perfect for Business Trips
Carl Friedrik Palissy Weekend Bag
Pros
- Solid structure
Sleek and classic lines form this structured weekender, perfect for a business trip or girls’ weekend.
Material: Vegetable-tanned Vachetta leather
Dimensions: Width: 19.3 inches x length: 9.8 inches x height: 9.6 inches
Customer review: “An amazing bag. It is made with love and class in mind.”
Justine Carreon is the market editor at ELLE.com covering fashion, Dutch ovens, and fashion again. When she isn’t approaching style through a modern, accessible lens, she’s scouring eBay for vintage Levi’s and pretending she knows how to surf. Before joining ELLE.com in 2015 she worked as a freelance writer and stylist in New York City.
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Meg is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com where she researches trends, tests products, and looks for answers to all your burning questions. She also co-writes a monthly column, Same Same But Different. Meg has previously written for Cosmopolitan and Town & Country. Her passions include travel, buffalo sauce, and sustainability. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.
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Sam Peters is a Senior Commerce Editor at Hearst covering fashion, beauty and lifestyle. Her writing has appeared in WWD, Footwear News, Real Simple, PopSugar and Bridal Guide, among others. She enjoys unpacking the latest trends and testing and reviewing some of the most innovative, emerging products on the market.
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