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maybe the tickets are booked and you have the travel itinerary (mostly) finished. or perhaps a last-minute, irresistible getaway just popped up. all that’s left to do now is grab a bag and go! but is one style of bag better for your trip than another? the answer is YES! the best bag for travel depends a lot on the kind of trip you have ahead, the amount of stuff you need to bring and the all-important convenience factor. luckily, i designed a range of bags that can serve as your perfect travel companion depending on need. let’s see which is best for you!
key question: how are you getting to your destination? are you flying (international or domestic?)... or are you driving? hopping on a train or ferry? will you be limited to a carry-on size that can slip easily under the seat in front of you or in the overhead? are you okay with carrying by hand or throwing a strap over your shoulder — or do you need to be hands-free so you can juggle phone, credentials and a latté with ease? the right bag depends on all of these things and maybe even a few more. asking yourself these questions first will help narrow your excursion bag choices and help ensure the right choice for your trip.
narrowing your decision on the best bag for travel begins with 1. finding the one that fits all your essentials, and 2. considering how much convenience you need enroute. don’t know where to start? it might help you to create a list of what you’re packing: laptop, book/magazines, headphones, etc. pick a bag that has enough internal space to comfortably hold and organize everything without feeling overstuffed. i know size needs are different for every trip, so i designed bags that give you options. and then think about what problems you need to solve as you get from point A to point B…
friday: a hands-on, big weekender tote for big weekend plans. this monumental bag has enough space for an overnight or extended weekend, either across town or a roadtrip away. toss what you need into your friday, toss your friday into your trunk and motor on!
boxer: the perfect carry-on. a large backpack and hobo all in one, this hands-free, lightweight champ has plenty of space for your water bottle, shoes, laptop and even the plush yet packable stevie cosmetic bag. you can stay completely hands-free with this chic, indispensable backpack. and it slides under the seat in front of you on your flight.
tillie: she may be a medium size tote bag, but don’t underestimate her. she’s roomy enough to fit stevie, a laptop, a travel read, an extra layer for the plane and more. the go-to excursion bag for when you don’t need to keep your hands free and also don’t want (or need) the extremely generous size of friday. also fits under the seat on the plane.
wonder: i can tell you from experience that the wonder is the perfect large crossbody bag for every day — and for travel. your ideal bag when you must carry a lot lightly and keep it all organized while leaving your hands free.
why do i frequently go big with a bag like the boxer or tillie? besides offering space for a laptop and other essentials, these bags let me tuck in my small shorthand crossbody phone bag, small cruiser crossbody, or arcade belt bag right in, so i always have my sightseeing bag and my carry-on right by my side. it also means more luggage space! bonus: the shorthand and small cruiser offer room for my passport plus card slots, so it’s like a wearable wallet. don’t be surprised if you see me wearing both my cruiser crossbody in front and my boxer on my back while navigating the airport. i like to be prepared for the starbucks line!
digging through my bag to find my passport or laptop? no, thank you. the best bag for travel will have smart storage that’ll keep everything organized and ready to go.
look at tillie tote, for example. with her front and back exterior pockets, padded laptop pocket and cleverly placed pockets for small essentials, she’s totes organized. and then there’s the boxer backpack. it’s got a convenient front zip compartment for easy access to must-have items. a bottom compartment for shoes. a concealed, zipped, and padded laptop pocket. not one, but two side water bottle pockets. plus, more smart little pockets for your phone and other knick knacks. keep in mind that the organization you need will depend on the items you’re bringing.
just need an excursion bag with a big capacity and a few small pockets for essential items? throw and go with our mega-weekender bag, the friday!
you’re going to be lifting your excursion bag quite a bit. in and out of the car. on and off the plane or train. in and out of the cab. so unless you plan on working your shoulders and biceps, the best bag for travel will be lightweight. easy to carry. think around 2ish pounds or less (before you add your stuff).
made of soft, lightweight nylon twill, i designed shortyLOVE travel bags to add as little weight as possible to your day. gone are the days of worrying about airline bag weight limits! so go ahead –— add that extra book. or snack. or both.
who needs one more irritation when travel is hard enough? bags with rough canvas straps dig into your shoulders and leave red marks on your skin are a thing you shouldn’t have to worry about. and sliding straps that need constant adjustments? ugh. trust me, a better, more comfortable excursion bag makes all the difference in your sanity during a getaway.
heading on a weekend getaway? friday and tillie have silky, not-too-skinny, not-too-wide straps that fit right on your shoulders. waiting in the seemingly endless airport security line? i designed the boxer with comfortable, adjustable shoulder straps and a back clip strap to attach to your rolling luggage. going hands-free with a large crossbody bag? their silky, sturdy nylon straps are designed to resist digging and sliding. the bag you deserve is here.
i design bags that are softer, with a plush exterior and no hard corners to dig into your hip while walking through the airport. smarter, so you can find your ID when you need it without digging. organized, so you can pull out your phone charger in a flash. maybe i can’t reduce ALL the hassles that make travel a pain, but i can definitely make it easier.
the best bag for travel is easy on the shoulders and the eyes. it’s your excursion bag. you’re a grownup now and can finally have a bag with as much style as it has functionality! choose the color and style that you prefer— tote/shoulder bag, backpack, crossbody. if you don’t care either way, think about your carrying comfort instead. a backpack offers much-needed weight distribution for your shoulders during long travel days, while a tote or weekender is a bag you’ll be shifting from shoulder to hand and back again.
still can’t decide? try a convertible excursion bag that offers options for carrying. the boxer is two bags in one: hobo and backpack. and the wonder is a jaw-dropping three bags in one for the ultimate versatility: shoulder bag. top handle carry. crossbody messenger bag. plus, it supports boardwalk straps to punch up your shortyLOVE bag’s personality in a snap. your travel style just got an upgrade!
things can get a little messy while traveling. don’t let your bag pay the price. choose an excursion bag that offers easy maintenance so you can enjoy your trip worry-free. crafted using water-resistant nylon twill, shortyLOVE bags just need a quick spot-clean with simple soap and water, and they’re as good as new. take that, spills!
see, picking an excursion bag doesn’t have to be overly complicated! take it from a bag designer: you can travel smarter. that means lighter and more organized, with the comfort, convenience and chic, easy-going style you long for. you deserve it.
xo — sloane
