The August bank holiday is like the last hurrah of summer. And if you booked a mini break ages ago, but are only just thinking about packing, what you need for a zero-fuss travel experience is a weekend bag. Carry-on size but without the structure of an actual suitcase, a weekend bag has just enough space for a few changes of clothes and maybe one additional pair of shoes (i.e. exactly what you need for a trip that lasts no longer than 48 hours). You'll find sleek leather options from places like Holland Cooper, Mulberry and Aspinal of London. Rains, meanwhile, has a lime green duffel that, rather cleverly, can either be carried by its handles or as a backpack. Ally Capellino's bright orange bowling bag is also unlikely to get left behind on a luggage rack thanks to its zesty hue. Safe travels!
SHOP: The Best Weekend Bags
1 of 9XOUXOU, Padded Tote, £134
This stylish puffer tote is carefully crafted using recycled nylon ECONYL®, with 6 handy pockets including a padded laptop compartment.
2 of 9Holland Cooper, Regency Holdall
This sleek leather holdall is the perfect size for countryside getaways.
3 of 9Longchamp, Le Pliage Green Travel Bag XL
Longchamp is the ultimate for reliable weekend bags - and this extra-large style is made from recycled canvas.
4 of 9Osprey, Porter 46
If you prefer a backpack-style weekend bag, Osprey's has a padded laptop sleeve and lots of different pockets.
5 of 9Mulberry, Medium Clipper Mole & Cognac Printed Eco Scotchgrain & Flat Calf
Mulberry's weekend bag has got to be the ultimate in travel chic.
6 of 9Ally Capellino, Pierre P270 Canvas Bowling Bag In Orange
This bowling bag's bright orange canvas means that you won't leave it behind on the train or plane.
7 of 9Rains, Duffel Bag Small
Rains has a great collection of weekend bags, but this lime duffel is our favourite.
8 of 9Paravel, Weekender Canvas Duffel Bag
Coming soon, Paravel's canvas weekend duffel bag is strengthened with elegant strips of leather.
9 of 9Aspinal of London, Boston Bag
Handcrafted from the finest full-grain leather, this holdall is the perfect plus-one for any overnight trip.