13 best weekend bags and overnight bags 2024, reviewed
If (like us) you're hoping your summer will consist of plenty of UK spa trips and last-minute European city breaks, then searching for the best weekend bags is definitely worth your time. After all, nothing takes the fun out of a spontaneous weekend in Paris away quite like being laden with multiple overflowing tote bags on a packed Eurostar train.
Clearly, when it comes to picking the perfect weekend or overnight bag for you, capacity is of the utmost importance. After all, it's got to have enough space to squeeze in your filled-to-the brim toiletries bag, overstuffed packing cubes, and — of course — an essential ten pairs of knickers for a three day trip. Totally reasonable!
But there are also plenty of other additional features that you may want to keep an eye out for — like it being made from water-resistant material, having a separate special compartment for your favourite pair of fancy shoes, or coming with a detachable shoulder strap.
Whether you're after a chic weekend bag to take on your next sophisticated Costwolds mini-break, or a spacious duffle that's perfect for last-minute road trips and weekend breaks, we've got no doubt that at least one of the best weekend bags — as reviewed by some of GLAMOUR's most seasoned travellers — will tick all your boxes.
Best weekend bags at a glance:
- Best weekend bag overall: Antler Chelsea Weekender
- Best weekend bag for maximum space: July Carry All Weekender Plus
- Best weekend bag easily folding away: Longchamp Le Pliage Original M Travel Bag
- Best weekend bag for range of colours: Beis The Weekender
How we test:
At GLAMOUR, we're very hot on how we test. To whittle down our selection of the best weekender bags, we really scrutinised the specifications of each individual model. Capacity was really important — but we also took into consideration the number of compartments and interior pockets, whether it had a removable shoulder strap or backpack straps, and if it would work as an airplane cabin bag. Some had also been fitted with some more unique features, like a padded laptop sleeve, a separate water bottle compartment, and in-built chargers.
Taking all of this into account — as well as the reviews and feedback from customers — we were able to pull together this final edit. From expensive to affordable, we've made sure to consider every type of budget.
So — without further ado — here are the best weekend bags that deserve to accompany you on your next mini-break.
Antler Chelsea Weekender
Specifications:
- Made from: Nylon.
- Dimensions: W53cm x H32cm x D23cm.
- Weight: 1.2kg.
- Capacity: 39 litres.
- Colours available: 6 — Woodland Green, Blush, Mineral, Taupe, Navy, and Black.
Pros: Really spacious. Matching suitcases available. Wipes clean.
Cons: Hard to find any…
Why we love it: The perfect size for a couple of nights, this beautiful bag has been crafted from water-resistant durable nylon, and this gorgeous forest green colour is the most recently released option. Inside, it's got a purpose-built compartment for your shoes, a detachable shoulder strap, and a zipped and padded pocket for safely transporting a laptop or tablet. As you'd expect from Antler, it's been designed to co-ordinate perfectly with the rest of the range — so it's been fitted with a back sleeve that'll slot seamlessly over the handle of any matching Antler suitcase.
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Rains Hilo Weekend Bag
Specifications:
- Made from: Polyester.
- Dimensions: W53 x H27 x D26cm.
- Weight: 824g.
- Capacity: 37 litres.
- Colours available: 10 — Black, Navy, Green, Sand, Grey, Storm, Ash, Haze, Earth, Sonic.
Pros: Super lightweight. Good waterproof material.
Cons: No internal pockets.
Why we love it: As well as being available in a wide range of colours, this weekend bag features a spacious inside that's been fitted with a full-length zip for easy access. It's only got one main compartment — not even an internal zipped pocket — so it's a great carryall bag to pick if organisation isn't a high priority. Easy to transport, it comes with a detachable shoulder strap — as well as its sturdy webbing handles — and it's been made with a waterproof material that'll provide protection against light rain showers.
Monos Metro Weekender
Specifications:
- Made from: Vegan leather.
- Dimensions: W49 x H37 x D26cm.
- Weight: 2.42kg.
- Capacity: 47.5 litres.
- Colours available: 3 — Ivory, Tan, and Mahogany. But also comes in four colours in the Nylon material.
Pros: Looks really great. Loads of interior pockets and compartments. Massive capacity.
Cons: Expensive. A little on the heavy side.
Why we love it: Luxurious and spacious, it's not surprising that this gorgeous Monos bag has quickly become a firm-favourite amongst sophisticated travellers. The perfect oversized tote for your travels, we love that its vegan leather finish not only looks great, but is also durable and water-resistant. Alongside a separate waterproof storage compartment that's perfect for shoes or soggy swimming costumes, inside you'll also find a spacious main compartment that's been equipped with a fair few zippered and side pockets, an adjustable and removable shoulder strap, and a drawstring bag for dirty laundry.
Away The Everywhere Bag
Specifications:
- Made from: Nylon and leather.
- Dimensions: W41.4cm x H25.9cm x D18.5cm.
- Weight: 1.25kg.
- Capacity: 20 litres.
- Colours available: 6 — Jet Black, Salt White, Navy Blue, Coast Blue, Olive Green, and Garnet.
Pros: Comes in loads of colours. Water-resistant material. Meets airline requirements for a personal item.
Cons: Smaller capacity. Quite expensive.
Why we love it: Away is known for their stylish travel offerings, and this standard-sized bag is no exception. Thoughtfully designed to comfortably see you through a lovely night away, its full wraparound zip allows easy access to the whole main compartment — and inside you'll find plenty of slip and zipper pockets to help you stay organised. Extra details like a handy water bottle pouch, and a padded laptop pocket with a magnetic locking zipper make it a great bag for hitting the gym straight from the office, as well as heading off on overnight work trips. It comes with a detachable shoulder strap, but best of all, its top handles are actually long enough to fit over your shoulder. Revolutionary!
Beis The Weekender
Specifications:
- Made from: Vegan leather and polyester.
- Dimensions: W48.5cm x H40cm x D25cm.
- Weight: 1.8kg.
- Capacity: 49 litres.
- Colours available: 9 — Atlas Pink, Beige, Black, Grey, Navy, Olive, Maple, Citron, Plaid.
Pros: Range of really cute colours. Massive capacity. Lots of compartments. Matching suitcases available.
Cons: Famously quite tricky to keep clean.
Why we love it: This faux leather weekend bag from Beis is THE bag for organised travellers. With not one, not two, but five different compartments — including a laptop sleeve and suitcase handle pass through — it's a definite weekend essential. Plus, the external pocket at the base is lined with a water resistant fabric that's perfect for muddy trainers, or still-damp swimming costumes. But let's be honest — the best thing about it is probably the wide range of chic and modern colours it comes in.
Katie Loxton Chelsea Weekend Bag
Specifications:
- Made from: PU.
- Dimensions: W59cm x H31cm x D24cm.
- Weight: Doesn't say.
- Capacity: N/A.
- Colours available: 4 — Tan, Black, Eggshell, Cool Grey.
Pros: Chic PU leather material. Really effective and affordable personalising service.
Cons: Weight and capacity tricky to find. Some colours out of stock.
Why we love it: Available in four neutral colourways, this Katie Loxton carryall is perfect for a weekend trip — and can even be monogrammed or embroidered with your initials, in a style and colour of your choosing. It comes complete with vegan leather handles and a cross-body strap, has a handy trolley sleeve, and even comes with a luggage tag attached. Basically, it's a travel bag that truly does it all.
Longchamp Le Pliage Original M Travel Bag
Specifications:
- Made from: Polyamide.
- Dimensions: W55cm x H40cm x D23cm.
- Weight: 445g.
- Capacity: 42 litres.
- Colours available: 7 — Black, Paper, Navy, Cobalt, Red, Grenadine, Lichen.
Pros: Really lightweight. Wide range of colours. Clever foldaway design.
Cons: No longer shoulder strap.
Why we love it: Chic and sophisticated, Longchamp bags look just like oversized totes — but definitely have enough space to make a brilliant overnight bag. This one comes with a gorgeous leather-trimmed lining, and has been fitted with two flat zippered pockets inside for storing essentials. Simply a larger version of the famous Le Pliage shoulder bag, it's a travel classic — and it even folds up for easy storage.
July Carry All Weekender Plus
Specifications:
- Made from: Nylon and leather.
- Dimensions: W57cm x H32cm x D23cm.
- Weight: 1.9kg.
- Capacity: 50 litres.
- Colours available: 3 — Chalk, Navy, and Black.
Pros: Enormous capacity. Opens completely flat. Waterproof and stain-proof fabric.
Cons: Arguably a little bulky. Not a massive choice of colours.
Why we love it: Despite its whopping 50-litre capacity, this holdall will still slide seamlessly into the overhead compartment of your average commercial airplane. Designed with easy packing and unpacking in mind, it opens completely flat, and each side reveals an internal zipped compartment — so keeping clothes separate from toiletries and hair tools is a breeze. As you'd expect, there are a couple of both internal and external zipped pockets — as well as a padded one hidden inside that can fit a 16" laptop — and it comes with a detachable padded shoulder strap that's completely adjustable. Perfect for an overpacker, it's the bag to bring on any longer trips.
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July Daybreak Weekender
Specifications:
- Made from: Cotton twill and leather trim.
- Dimensions: W53cm x H22cm x D24cm.
- Weight: Doesn't say.
- Capacity: 38 litres.
- Colours available: 4 — Taupe, Moss, French Navy, and Midnight Black.
Pros: Lovely leather trims. Surprisingly spacious. Sturdy and durable.
Cons: No pass-through strap for suitcase. Could do with more colours.
Why we love it: With its natural cotton twill shell exterior, and contrasting top-grain leather trim and rolled handles, this duffle bag gives off a really effortlessly chic vibe. As you'd expect, it comes with an adjustable and detachable long strap — and inside, you'll find a spacious main compartment equipped with a couple of small zipped pockets. Best of all, it's even got an impressive five-year warranty — so you can rest assured that it'll see you through many trips to come.
Antler Chelsea Overnight Bag
Specifications:
- Made from: Nylon.
- Dimensions: W41.5cm x H26cm x D18cm.
- Weight: 800g.
- Capacity: 20 litres.
- Colours available: 5 — Sage, Azure, Navy, Woodland Green, and Black.
Pros: Water-resistant. Meets airline requirements for a personal item. Fits perfectly over Antler suitcases.
Cons: Smaller capacity.
Why we love it: A more petite take on the classic Antler Weekend Bag, this one is more suited to quick overnight trips — but still boasts an impressive twenty-litre capacity. Ideal for airports, it's got the classic trolley sleeve that slides easily over a suitcase handle — but it also makes a great piece of hand luggage, as it's been designed to sit neatly under the seat in front of you on a plane. As well as plenty of slip pockets, you'll also find a padded laptop sleeve inside — making it a great gym bag for commuters.
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Lipault Lost in Berlin 24 Hour Bag
Specifications:
- Made from: PU.
- Dimensions: W44cm x H25cm x D29cm.
- Weight: 1.25kg.
- Capacity: 28 litres.
- Colours available: 2 — Rosewood and Black.
Pros: Really fashionable colour. Pass-through sleeve for suitcase. Fully lined interior.
Cons: No long strap. No laptop sleeve.
Why we love it: As the name suggests, this brilliant bag has been designed specifically with twenty-four hour trips in mind. Packed with plenty of exterior pockets that are easy to access, it's the kind of bag you'll want by your side when hopping between trains. Inside, you'll find a range of both zipped and mesh compartments for easy organisation — and a spacious body that'll see you through a night away. Best of all, we're big fans of its waterproof PU material that not only keeps your belongings safe, but also boasts a really on-trend padded finish and matte look.
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ECOHUB Cabin Bag
Specifications:
- Made from: Recycled PET.
- Dimensions: W45cm x H36cm x D20cm.
- Weight: Doesn't say.
- Capacity: 30 litres.
- Colours available: 6 — Beige, Black, Blue, Grey, Pink, and Seafoam.
Pros: Fits under an airplane seat. Really cheap. Comes in a range of colours. Completely folds away.
Cons: Not a massively durable material. Won't fit under an airplane seat if over-stuffed.
Why we love it: For the reasonable price, there's a lot to love about this spacious holdall. The perfect under seat bag, it perfectly meets EasyJet requirements — so it's ideal if you're determined not to splash any unnecessary cash on baggage allowance. There are no inside pockets in order to fully maximise space — but the zipped exterior pocket is a great place to keep your passport, boarding pass, and any other personal items. Plus, it even comes with a handy detachable wet bag so you can still sneak in a last swim on the day of your flight home.
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Bellroy Transit Backpack Plus
Specifications:
- Made from: Recycled Dura Nylon.
- Dimensions: W55cm x H38cm x D24cm.
- Weight: 1.5kg.
- Capacity: 38 litres.
- Colours available: 1 — Black.
Pros: Sternum strap and waist belt for weight distribution. Plenty of pockets. Large capacity.
Cons: Only comes in black.
Why we love it: If your weekend trip will involve a fair few route changes and walks between stations, then you'll likely find a backpack more convenient to carry than a classic holdall. Great for prolonged periods of walking or standing, this spacious one boasts padded shoulder straps and a breathable contoured back panel for maxmium comfort. As well as plenty of easy-access exterior pockets, you'll find innovative feature son the inside, like a flat mesh pocket for keeping folded shirts crisp, a soft-lined sunglasses pocket, and internal compression straps to keep the bulk of your stuff in place.
