When you think of duffel bags you probably think of the nylon numbers you cart to and from the gym… spacious, but a little utilitarian and probably not something you’d take along on a romantic summer vacation with the girl or boy of your dreams. But let me tell you… some of the duffels available these days are made of rich leather, stunningly stylish and remarkably easy to pack in. So give these bags a second chance and snap one up for your next getaway. A few duffels worthy of your consideration are:
Floto Trastevere Duffel. Made of Italian, polished calf skin leather, this beautiful bag with floor-to-floor zipper functions offers plenty of room for an entire weekend wardrobe for one or – if you’re relatively light packers – two.
Boyt Edge Designer Large Carry Duffle. In a classic safari-style look this leather-accented, poly-suede bag not only fits in airlines’ overhead compartments, but features a roomy main compartment capable of storing everything you need for a weekend away.
Ella Vickers Original Sailcloth Duffel Large WD Red Number. Featuring crisp yacht-worthy style, plus marine-grade canvas and zippers, this corrosion-free, sun-resistant, mold-, mildew- and water-resistant bag is can hold up to high-seas adventures, tropical getaways and more. And because it’s a whopping 12 inches high, 12 inches deep and 29 inches long, it’s one bag you can easily pack for two.
Dr. Koffer Bacchus Travel Bag. Made of rich top-grain leather, this gorgeous valise-style bag oozes Old World charm, but offers all the space you need for modern packing. Featuring a spacious main compartment, a front pocket for cell phones and travel documents, a reinforced frame opening and reinforced handles, it’s a stylish, practical weekend option for her or him.
Clava Nantucket Duffel. Available in fresh shades, this beautiful leather bag boasts classic Nantucket style, loads of interior space, comfortable leather handles and a removable, adjustable leather strap. (Personally, because of the fun colors and brown leather accents, it’s one of my all-time favorite bags.)
