If sore shoulders and a bag that's seen better days en route to your weekend retreat doesn't sound like your cup of tea, then it's time to consider refreshing your go-to luggage. Ahead are 18 duffel bags that will serve to better your travel style, not cramp it. Whether you're packing a bag for a bon voyage or just a morning commute to the gym, you deserve to give yourself a break with these hassle-free options.
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The North Face Base Camp Duffel
In The North Face travel bags we trust. The medium Base Camp Duffel can be toted in hand or shouldered like a backpack; is water-resistant, and according to one reviewer, is simply a "...a bomb-proof bag." Some highlights Detachable, customizable, alpine-cut shoulder straps; interior mesh pockets and sleeves; padded side handles; and tons of packing space.
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The North Face Base Camp Duffel - M, $, available at The North Face
Baboon To The Moon Small Go-Bag
Baboon To The Moon’s entire site is a star-studded colorful bag-apalooza. To be more concise, the brand’s vibrant, waterproof, and lockable Go-Bags (ranging in capacity from 32L for the “mini” to 60L for the “big”) are some of the best travel bags on the market. Inside the small, you’ll find two military-grade mesh pockets, one organizer, and 40L of space that holds three to five days worth of clothing (perfect for weekend getaways). And, we can’t list every feature, but atop the bag’s OM Ballistic shell exterior are four external reinforced grab handles, one stow pocket, two removable backpack straps, and…we’ll stop there for now.
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Baboon To The Moon Go-Bag Small, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Everlane The ReNew Transit Weekender
Since the brand's beloved Twill Weekender bag is sold out, we found the next best thing: the ReNew Transit Weekender. This duffel's water-resistant 100% recycled polyester is great for messy vacays, but the bag can also also hold all your work belongings for daily commutes (if you like to pack heavy).
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Everlane The ReNew Transit Weekender, $, available at Everlane
Lo & Sons Catalina Deluxe Tote
R29 readers are no strangers to Lo & Sons' roomy travel bags. The brand's Catalina collection is ideal for getaways. Durable enough for whatever adventures you take it on, features like a bottom shoe pocket and adjustable compartments and straps make it a savvy traveler's best friend.
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Lo & Sons The Catalina Deluxe Tote, $, available at Lo & Sons
Lululemon Curved Lines Large Duffle Bag 29.5L
Pockets, pockets, and more pockets. Lululemon's large duffel bag is here to keep every one of your essentials accessible and organized and make your travels easy as pie.
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Lululemon Curved Lines Large Duffle Bag, $, available at Lululemon
Lululemon Quilted Embrace Tote Bag 20L
Lululemon's quilted gym, tote, duffle, or whatever you want to call it, bag, is perfect for the relaxed, happy-go-lucky travel. If you love spontaneous weekend getaways that don't require intricate packing plans, then we think you and this flexible cushy tote are are meant to be. Inside is one 16-inch padded laptop pocket along with numerous smaller compartments for organization. Meanwhile, the outside features a trolley-compatible sleeve, and a few exterior pockets — including one for your water bottle.
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Lululemon Quilted Embrace Tote Bag 20L, $, available at Lululemon
Nike Brasilia Training Duffel Bag (Small)
You've heard of day-to-night, but what about gym-to-office? For a more affordable and versatile option, shop Nike's Brasilia bag — fully equipped with a handy-dandy shoe compartment, easy-access zippers, and numerous handles for easy carrying options. At the moment, the bag boasts a 4.8 out of 5-star on-site rating, and according to one of 204 reviews, it's, "fairly large and fits all [their] needs."
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Nike Nike Brasilia, $, available at Nike
July Daybreak Weekender
July is best known for its sleek and lightweight rolling luggage, but we can't forget about the brand's impressive collection of cabin-size travel bags. The classic Daybreak Weekender, for example, is perfect for anyone looking to travel in style (hello, fancy leather handles, water-resistant cotton twill shell exterior, and washed silver hardware).
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July Daybreak Weekender, $, available at July
Herschel Novel Duffle
We're giving this duffel from the creators of the cult-favorite Herschel backpack extra props for its nifty shoe compartment and 15 unique colorways, perfect for making sure all of your travel ’fits coordinate.
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Herschel Herschel Novel Duffle, $, available at Herschel
Calpak Hue Duffel Bag
Described as a minimalist duffel with maximum style, Calpak's Hue bag features a luggage sleeve, laptop compartment, discreet cell phone pocket, and exterior side handles. Plus, the retailer offers up to five years of Accident Protection for $44 so you don't have to worry about those inevitable stains ruining your go-to carry-on.
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Calpak Hue Duffel Bag, $, available at Calpak
WANDF Foldable Travel Duffel Bag
Not all duffel bags are created fancy — some were simply made to meet a certain budget airline’s draconian carry-on luggage guidelines, and save you from tricky excess baggage fees thanks to their roomy but ultra-streamlined design. Seriously, check out our Amazon viral review here.
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WANDF Foldable Travel Duffel Bag, $, available at Amazon
Paravel Main Line Duffel
We applaud Paravel for its wide offerings of sustainable recycled luggage made from upcycled plastic water bottles, vegan leather, recycled polycarbonate, and more. Of the brand’s Main Line duffel, one reviewer says: "It's the perfect size duffel for a weekend trip. I was able to pack five outfits plus toiletries and a book and pajama pants. Quality is superb, the material is a thick canvas making it water repellent. And it got to my house in three days!"
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Paravel Main Line Duffle Reviews, $, available at Paravel
KAVU Manastash Mini Duffle Bag
Mini duffels travel well too. This 9.5" bag is great for hikes, quick packing, and sightseeing in style.
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KAVU KAVU Manastash Mini Duffle Bag, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Away The Everywhere Bag
The Everywhere Bag's waterproof nylon exterior, roomy interior, and thoughtful compartments were made to keep your belongings safe. With 431 reviews and a 4.9 out of 5-star rating, we'd say it's a sure bet for stress-free travels.
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Away The Everywhere Bag, $, available at Away
Ban.do Getaway Traveler Bag
Vacation isn't just a place, it's a state of mind. Next time you jet off, take Ban.do's funky and functional "Mental Vacation" nylon duffel. In addition to its vibrant design, this bag comes with detachable mesh interior pouches, a bottom compartment for shoes, and a concealed front pocket for valuables.
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ban.do Getaway Traveler Bag - Mental Vacation, $, available at ban.do
Monos Metro Duffel
This sleek Monos duffel is so smartly designed it saved one happy reviewer from checking a bag. She says, "It’s spacious allowing me to comfortably pack numerous outfits while also storing my laptop. On top of that, I received numerous compliments and all of the pockets and features kept me organized." (Did we mention the front pocket is removable?)
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Monos Metro Duffel, $, available at Monos
Dooney & Bourke Getaway Cabriolet Medium Duffle
On the outside, this bag flaunts a simple and classic design with waterproof Cabriolet cloth, cowhide leather trim, and handstitched handles. Open it up and you'll find its vibrant cotton-lined interior and three handy-dandy pockets. One reviewer notes, "Love all the pockets for passports, phones, and other travel documents." (Bonus: right now take 30% off with the code SPRING.)
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Dooney & Bourke Getaway Cabriolet Medium Duffle, $, available at Dooney & Bourke
Tory Sport Ripstop Nylon Color-Block Duffle Bag
Color-blocking, retro design, and lightweight materials make this designer duffel the perfect sporty travel companion. Some must-have features include (but are not limited to): a removable crossbody strap, shoe compartment, and its 2-in-1 convertible style.
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Tory Sport Ripstop Nylon Color-Block Duffle Bag, $, available at Tory Burch
Fjallraven Vardag 30L Duffle Bag
While most consumers know the outdoor retailer Fjallraven for colorful, Insta-ready backpacks, the Swedish brand’s travel duffels are still worthy of attention. This simple 30-liter bag is optimal for weekend getaways, gym commutes, and spontaneous road trips.
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Fjällräven Vardag 30L Duffle Bag, $, available at Nordstrom
Madewell Essential Overnight Bag
This stylish overnight bag is estimated to ship by early October, but according to reviews, it's worth the wait. One happy customer says, "The leather is buttery and soft and the inside is super roomy... [I] plan on using this to bring a week full of clothes [and] I know I can fit it all. And, an extra bonus is that there are metal gold footbeds at the bottom of the bag which isn’t listed in the description!"
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Madewell The Essential Overnight Bag in Leather, $, available at Madewell
Dagne Dover Landon Carryall XL
It's big, it'll carry all your stuff, and it's guaranteed to fit in (most) overhead bins on your flight. The Landon Carryall also comes in a myriad of sizes ranging from an extra small handbag to this extra-large carry-on — aka, you can collect them all.
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Dagne Dover Landon Carryall Bag, $, available at Dagne Dover
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