Summer is finally upon us after a long hard winter, and many of us are getting ready to go on vacation—like me, who is writing this from Bora Bora (screaming). Vacation packing is a real thing—everyone in my inbox will tell you so—but what we often forget to consider are the vessels in which we are packing our essential summer items. That's where the best summer travel bags come in. If you fancy yourself a free spirit, you could be like me when I was in my early twenties and opt for a French market basket where everything will become jumbled and fall onto the ground at some point. Or, you can be practical and invest in a proper bag that will get you from A to B whether that's the office, a weekend away, or part of your hand luggage for a jaunt to Europe. The choice is yours!
If you're in the mood to opt for the latter option, these are the five bags we're eyeing off for summer travel.
Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 39
There is nothing more timeless than a slouchy, simple hobo bag to get you from A to B in the summer travel months, and the Brooklyn Shoulder Bag in the largest size is one of my favorite silhouettes at the moment. With a single shoulder strap, roomy interior, and an inside snap pocket and magnetic strap closure for easy security, it makes the perfect travel bag. Plus I think the brown offers that summer boho feeling we are all chasing during the warm months.
Medium Dior Crunchy Bag
Spotted most recently on celebrities like Rihanna, the Dior Crunchy is the perfect day bag for trips around a new city or as a carry-on item. I love that it has a zip closure for safety and can be worn on the shoulder for hands free roaming.
Celine Luggage In Suede
This is one of my favorite bags at the moment. Based on the original Phoebe Philo silhouette, Michael Rider has reworked a house classic in a giant, east-west iteration. Perfect for weekends away, long haul flights, and even baby needs for the ultra-chic mom.
Saint Laurent Y Tote
I love the subtlety of the Saint Laurent Y Tote, and to me this feels like the perfect carry-on bag for long haul flights as it's roomy enough to fit pretty much anything you own, plus you can wear it on the shoulder or in the crook of your arm. And I love the purple leather!
Toteme Croco Embossed Day Tote
Another great option for those wanting extra security is the Toteme Day Tote, which feels roomy enough for a book and a cosmetic bag without being overkill, and is a super chic option to wear on the shoulder. Plus the medium size means you can transition it from a transit bag to a day bag without feeling over the top.