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The best weekend bags for your next staycation

Need a stylish bag for your short break? Check out our favourites

By and Emma Henderson
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Summer is well and truly here, and if you're anything like us, you'll very much be looking forward to getting away for a short break. But don't take a large, bulky suitcase, especially if you're flying and don't want to check something in and have to wait for it. Instead, invest in a handy weekend bag to keep all your holiday essentials safe.

Fitting in everything you need, from your holiday wardrobe to your travel accessories, weekend bags come in all shapes and sizes for any type of traveller. There are weekend bags with wheels, those you can wear on your back and even luxe leather weekender bag styles to suit all your short break needs.

Here at Red, we're definitely of the opinion that it's best to invest in classic styles that you can use for trips over and over again. A timeless weekend away bag is not only a worthwhile purchase that will last a lifetime, but also a super chic way to transport your holiday essentials.

To ensure you're the most stylish traveller around, we've selected the best weekend bags for 2023, so whether you're looking for a large weekend bag for a romantic trip or a stylish large weekender for an adult girls' trip, you'll want to browse our pick of beautiful styles.

Highlights in our edit include Longchamp's timeless foldaway bag, which has been on top of every holidaymaker's wish list since it first launched in 1993 as well as Away's roomy "Everywhere Bag", which is ideal for a chic mini-break. There's also Amazon's £15.99 under-seat bag to help you fit all your holiday essentials and comply with those pesky luggage requirements.

Enjoy your weekend away!

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The classic weekend bag

Longchamp Longchamp Le Pliage Original XL Travel Bag, Cobalt

Longchamp Le Pliage Original XL Travel Bag, Cobalt
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The classic weekend bag

Longchamp Longchamp Le Pliage Original XL Travel Bag, Cobalt

£140 at John Lewis

Inspired by origami, Longchamp's Le Pliage totes fold up flat when you're not using them, making them perfect as weekend away bags you can easily store when not in use. This one, in our favourite hue, has a leather flap and small interior pocket for carrying valuables.

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BRICS Life large woven holdall

BRICS Life large woven holdall
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BRICS Life large woven holdall

The Brics holdall is completely timeless. An elegant choice you'll use forever.

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Dilli Grey Priya Weekend Bag in Sage

Priya Weekend Bag in Sage
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Dilli Grey Priya Weekend Bag in Sage

We love the sage green floral print on this stylish holdall.

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Varley Montlake Weekend Bag

Montlake Weekend Bag
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Varley Montlake Weekend Bag

Varley's chic camel weekend bag has shot straight to the top of our wish list for summer.

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The chic sporty bag

2-in-1 Travel Duffle Backpack 45L

2-in-1 Travel Duffle Backpack 45L
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The chic sporty bag

2-in-1 Travel Duffle Backpack 45L

Lululemon's stylish sporty aesthetic isn't just seen in its sportswear, but its accessories too, like this travel duffle backpack. It's the perfect choice for someone who likes to be understated, a bit technical and to use something that can easily be slung on their back, as this bag also features hidden shoulder straps.

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The soft, expandable weekend bag

Away The Expandable Bigger Carry-on

The Expandable Bigger Carry-on
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The soft, expandable weekend bag

Away The Expandable Bigger Carry-on

Cult luggage brand Away's soft suitcase range includes this Carry-On from the Expandable collection. One of our favourite weekend bags if you're looking for something with wheels, it offers flexibility to pack more in thanks to the clever zip that gives an extra 4.5cm of space.

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The backpack weekender

Herschel Little America Mid Volume backpack

Little America Mid Volume backpack
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The backpack weekender

Herschel Little America Mid Volume backpack

Credit: Herschel

Want a weekender you can wear on your back? Try Herschel's pink fabric backpack, which you can pack with everything – from your laptop to your change of clothes. It's padded and fleece-lined, and the front pocket makes grabbing your phone and other essentials a breeze.

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The waterproof bag

Rains Rains Large Weekend Duffel Bag, Black

Rains Large Weekend Duffel Bag, Black
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The waterproof bag

Rains Rains Large Weekend Duffel Bag, Black

Now 49% Off

We adore this durable weekend duffle from Rains. It's roomy, smart and is crafted in resilient fabric with a waterproof zip. It's a great carry-on bag for a flight and a stylish tote to take on a UK break.

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The large weekend bag

Away The Large Everywhere Bag

The Large Everywhere Bag
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The large weekend bag

Away The Large Everywhere Bag

One that's versatile and thoughtfully designed, Away's Large Everywhere bag has enough space for trips over a weekend or longer. It has a compartment for your shoes, a laptop sleeve and a sleeve to pop it over a suitcase. For shorter trips check out Away's original Everywhere Bag.

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The purse-friendly weekend bag

Kono Unisex travel bag

Unisex travel bag
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The purse-friendly weekend bag

Kono Unisex travel bag

Now 15% Off

This bag is so deceptively roomy, with plenty of space for all of your holiday essentials. Ringing in at only £15.99, it is made from a sturdy and waterproof material that will protect your belongings from rain or any shampoo spillages. It has a two-handle strap if you prefer or a shoulder strap to simply sling over your body so you can keep your hands free for duty-free shopping.

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The luxe weekend bag with wheels

Horizn M5

Horizn M5
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The luxe weekend bag with wheels

Horizn M5

Credit: Horizn

We've tried countless weekend bags in our time and this luxurious cabin suitcase is up there as one of the best and most beautiful around. It features an Italian leather pocket on the front, a removable charger for your devices and a few surprises inside – including the laundry bag and a compression pad to keep everything in place (and your clothes wrinkle-free). Olive is our colour of choice to make us stand out at the airport.

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The investment bag

Boston Bag

Boston Bag
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The investment bag

Boston Bag

Famously loved by Kate Middleton, Aspinal isn't just a go-to brand for handbags, it transcends its timeless design across all luggage, including this ultra-chic holdall in navy leather. It's actually in the men's section, but we think it's a unisex design and works for anyone. We love its classic shape and think it will never go out of style, making it a real investment piece.

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The active traveller's backpack

Osprey Transporter Unisex Roll Top

Transporter Unisex Roll Top
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The active traveller's backpack

Osprey Transporter Unisex Roll Top

This bag is water-resistant and equipped for easy carrying on your back, making Osprey's Transporter backpack is ideal for packing for a weekend break – whether a city or adventure getaway. There's even a padded sleeve to keep your laptop safe in this ladies' weekend bag.

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The all-round weekend bag

Paravel Weekender Bag

Weekender Bag
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The all-round weekend bag

Paravel Weekender Bag

A weekend bag that's perfect for overnight breaks, Paravel's super-chic holdall is a timeless piece you'll be travelling with for years. Crafted from long-lasting, innovative recycled and eco-friendly materials, we loves its stylish design and vegan leather trims, plus you can link it to other luggage using the push-through fastenings, making it a great option for long-haul trips too.

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The weekend bag for remote working

antler Clifton cabin with pocket in black

Clifton cabin with pocket in black
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The weekend bag for remote working

antler Clifton cabin with pocket in black

Now 30% Off

With its spacious front pocket for easy access to your travel essentials and a padded slip to secure a tablet, this chic weekend bag is perfect for short business trips. Sturdy but lightweight, its curved corners give it a softer, feminine look.

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The weekend bag with wheels

Away The Carry-On

The Carry-On
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The weekend bag with wheels

Away The Carry-On

Credit: Away

This stylish carry-on with four wheels has always been a favourite of ours. It's loved by celebs, comes in 10 different colours, including limited edition designs, and offers a great weekend bag option with extras - including an ejectable battery to charge your devices.

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