Headed overseas soon? No matter the destination, no vacation outfit is complete without sartorially-forward travel bags to match.
In recent seasons, oversized carryons have replaced mini bags on the runway. Remain effortlessly on trend with celebrity-favourite minimal catchalls from the likes of Celine, Saint Laurent, Ferragamo and Balenciaga. A trip to the sunny tropics calls for spacious, beach-ready straw totes from Loewe and Loro Piana.
For the minimal packer, go for lightweight options. Think: Louis Vuitton’s Capucines Mini in an array of spring-ready hues and the Bottega Veneta Sardine Top Handle Bag to add a playful touch to your vacation looks. Otherwise, add a playful touch to your vacation looks with Bottega Veneta Sardine Top Handle Bag, or channel utilitarian chic with Miu Miu’s leather hobo bag.
Below, GRAZIA Singapore’s curation of the best travel bags, according to your destination.
The Plane
1. Saint Laurent ICARE Maxi Shopping Bag, $7,230
Fronted by cool girls Zoë Kravitz and Rosé, this oversized quilted carry-on comes with a removable zipped pouch to safely store your belongings and the maison’s Cassandre motif in aged gold on the front.
1. Celine Medium Travel Bag, $3,550
Never be without all your belongings on a long haul flight with this carryon. Featuring an all-over print of Celine’s Arc de Triomphe motif, this one has two sets of handles so you can use it as a hand carry, shoulder carry or a crossbody.
Prefer a more structured option? This iteration of the cult classic Studio bag has a sleek construction and generous capacity that makes it the perfect companion for a long-haul flight.
The City
4. Bottega Veneta Sardine top handle bag, $5,850
First seen at Matthieu Blazy’s first collection for Bottega Veneta, this design featuring the maison’s signature intrecciato weave and a sardine fish-shaped handle was an instant hit with the fashion circuit. This makes the Sardine bag the perfect choice to add a playful yet functional touch to any outfit.
5. Balenciaga Crush Medium Tote Bag, $3,390
The crushed leather in this bag lends edge to any outfit, while the long chain keeps your hands free throughout the day.
6. Louis Vuitton Capucines Mini bag, $9,050
The Capucines Mini bag from Louis Vuitton makes day-to-night looks a breeze with its versatile shape and tone-on-tone fluorescent pink colourway that is been in vogue in recent seasons.
7. Miu Miu hobo bag, $4,500
This shoulder bag has earned the seal of approval from IVE’s Wonyoung, who styled it with a matching blazer and denim set, for its multiple pockets to access your belongings, fast.
The Beach
8. Loewe Anagram Basket Bag, $1,450
For a day at the beach, Loewe’s large carryall holds it all, from beach towels and a spare kaftan to your favourite pair of sunglasses.
9. Loro Piana Blossom bag,
Loro Piana’s well-known savoir faire and respect for tradition is fully displayed in their new Blossom bag, which is fashioned from jute cord and fabric by the house’s skilled craftsmen, and finished with leather handles.
10. Givenchy Voyou basket bag, $1,300
The Voyou basket bag is part of the new Givenchy Plage line which dropped just in time for summer. The raffia, white leather straps and mixed metal hardware is the perfect choice if you’re looking for a quieter option.
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