9 best overnight bags for women to buy in 2022
If you’ve got nothing to tote your stuff in except an old sports bag with a broken zip or a suitcase that’s six times too big, you need to check out these bags.
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There’s nothing worse than gathering the gang (or a lucky date) for a spontaneous weekend away only to realise you’ve got nothing to tote your stuff in except a raggedy old sports bag with a broken zip, or a suitcase that’s six times too big for the job.
These sleek holdalls are the answer: big enough to fit a few changes of clothes and your makeup, small enough to sling on a back seat or in a plane’s overhead lockers.
All of them are sturdy – they have to be for all the slinging and bumping – and are shaped to pop over a shoulder or hold in your hands.
Snap one up and then hit Airbnb and get out of town.
Double Oak Mills Boston Weekender in navy, The Iconic $179.99
The pics for this neat, preppy holdall all feature men but who decided bags had a gender anyway? The classic navy-and-tan colourway of this sturdy canvas bag – the brand is exclusive to The Iconic – gives off strong Hamptons vibes: I can see it pared with fresh white jeans, clean sneakers and a staycation in a manor house on the Mornington Peninsula.
Louenhide Alexis Weekender Bag in Fern Green, The Iconic $129.95
The Iconic really knows what it’s doing when it comes to travel bags – their range is huge and high quality. This springy green example is made of vegan leather – so it’s ultra durable – and features an adjustable strap so you can wear it long on the body or hold it by its double handles. It would look right at home tucked away in a corner of a tiny house on your next adventure.
Seed Heritage Logo Charcoal Jersey Overnight Bag, $79.95
More of a tote than a classic top-handled weekender bag, this plush option still has plenty of room to fit everything you need for a quick night away. It features a subtle embossed logo and there’s also internal pockets so you can keep quick-grab items like your phone and keys within easy reach. When you’re not travelling it would be perfect as a baby bag or a chuck-it-all-in everyday bag.
ASOS Consigned Hold All Bag in Khaki was $110 now $56
The tough nylon and military colourway – deep khaki with a bright orange interior – make this a great option for more rough-and-tumble outdoor escapes, like camping. It’s got two pockets – internal and external – so you can zip away valuables or keep the essentials close to hand, as well as element-proof thick straps in two lengths.
Everlane The ReNew Weekender in Warm Quartz, $133
I’m obsessed with the ReNew range from Everlane – not just because it’s all made from recycled materials (in this case recycled polyester) but because the whole collection has a sporty, clean aesthetic that slots perfectly into any lifestyle. This is such a functional piece of kit – it’s got a space for your laptop and two water bottles, and it also slots neatly over the handles of the brand’s suitcases, making it perfect for longer-haul flights.
Kormal’s Leather Passion Overnight Weekender, Amazon, $134.99
Lush, grain leather for under $150? Bargain. The slouchy, vintage feel of this classic weekender has ‘tasteful country estate’ written all over it – it would look so cool on a wine weekend or a mountains escape. It’s also packed with features – there’s pockets for your credit cards and phone and even side pockets for your shoes so they don’t muddy up the rest of the contents. It’s rated 4.7 stars out of 5 so it’s ticking boxes for almost everyone who buys it. “The quality of the leather is excellent, great workmanship and comes beautifully packaged,” wrote one satisfied customer.
Peta & Jain Reagan Overnight Nylon Bag, General Pants, $129.95
Plain black, pared-back and ready to get on the road, this is a bag that will never not work with your travel plans. I particularly like the luggage tag detail (if you’ve ever had an airline lose you’re bag you’ll thank your lucky stars this was there). The removable long strap is another cool feature – wear the bag long or unclip it and store it inside.
DKNY Allure Quilt Duffle Bag in pink, Strandbags, $270
A designer name for a pretty good price – plus that pretty powder pink means it will never get lost on the luggage carousel. This DKNY beauty is made of durable PVC and features cute gold hardware and the option of a logo-embossed shoulder strap.
Status Anxiety Everything I Wanted Duffle Bag in Khaki Canvas, The Iconic $149.95
This cool canvas charmer is from cult Australian accessories brand Status Anxiety. The olive green teamed with slick black details is super refined and the pockets are right where you need them – on the outside and inside. Plus you can button down the sides for a more streamlined shape, or open them up to squeeze more in.
Cleobella Luna Weekender Tote, Anthropologie, $148
This is one for the boho babes, with its dreamy peach-toned patterns and organic cotton fabrication. I can see this on a road trip to Byron Bay or the Gold Coast, paired with a flippy sundress, sandals and a sunshine smile. And if you don’t have any immediate travel plans, it’s also got ‘picnic in the park’ written all over it.
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