10 chic duffel bags that make the perfect carry-on bag

Longchamp Le Pliage Original Travel Bag M, $305

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The Le Pliage bag is a core product of the Longchamp brand. While it’s technically not a duffel, the extra-roomy travel size is easily adaptable as a weekend bag for short trips. Alternatively, the collapsible bag can be stashed into your luggage for added space to bring all your shopping home. The lightweight polyamide composition of the bag is easy to clean and maintain with a wet cloth.

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Samsonite Zalia 2, $440

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Whether you have mobility issues or don’t want to hand-carry your luggage, this Samsonite tote is built with wheels for extra convenience. The trolley handles can be tucked away so the bag fits easily into the airplane’s overhead compartment. There’s also a pocket to keep any documents and electronic devices secured.

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Lululemon City Adventurer Duffle Bag 29L, HK$1,480 (S$255.31)

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The Lululemon duffle bag easily helps you transition from the gym to work, and from work straight to vacation. The top handle design has a detachable strap to transform it into a shoulder or crossbody bag, which comes in super handy when it gets too heavy. It’s also constructed with nylon and polyester, making it both lightweight and easy to clean.

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Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandoulière 45, $3,700

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If you didn’t know, Louis Vuitton started life as a luggage maker. So it makes sense for the French luxury label to tap into all our travel baggage needs. This cabin-sized Keepall Bandoulière is made with the signature monogram canvas and natural cowhide leather trimmings. There are bigger sizes with multiple colourways and patterns to pick from, too.

Available in Louis Vuitton boutiques

Loewe Amazona 44 Bag in Anagram Jacquard and Calfskin, $5,600

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Loewe’s Amazona bag was launched in the 1970s as a top handle bag before it got updated in larger, more travel-friendly proportions. The detachable and adjustable strap further increases its versatility as a shoulder or crossbody bag. The weekend bag is made with Anagram jacquard and calfskin trims, with protective metal feet on the base.

Available in Loewe boutiques

Paravel + Net Sustain Main Line Vegan Leather-trimmed Recycled-canvas Duffel Bag, $429, Net-a-Porter

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The Paravel duffel bag promises to keep your belongings dry with its water-resistant recycled canvas construction for those heading to the beach or somewhere with a more humid climate. The contrasting trims and handles are made with vegan leather while the zippers can fit a small travel lock for added security.

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Anya Hindmarch + Net Sustain Inflight Leather-trimmed Recycled Shell Weekend Bag, $1,344, Net-a-Porter

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Seasoned travellers know the importance of having multiple pockets to compartmentalise and organise all your travel essentials – passport and boarding passes, makeup, change of clothes and more – for a smooth and safe journey. And this Anya Hindmarch iteration, built with recycled materials and leather trims, was made for such people. There’s even a pull-out pouch to make quick retrieval of liquids seamless when crossing through airport security.

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Under Armour Unisex UA Undeniable 5.0 XXS Duffle, $45

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Under Armour is another athletics label to look out for when it comes to duffel bags for working out and travel. This model has been treated with water-resistant UA Storm technology. It’s also made with a large vented pocket for your laundry and shoes, and multiple interior and exterior pockets which make organising your items easy. This is the smallest size in stock, with three larger models available.

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Bellroy Weekender Plus, $449, The Wallet Shop

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With a hefty 45-litre capacity, the Bellroy weekender bag could fit a week’s worth of travel essentials. And yet the wide silhouette is still flexible enough to shrink, making it easy to search for what you need without needing to unpack. Moreover, the sleek, nondescript design is made with water-resistant woven fabric and has multiple inner compartments to keep your laptop, toiletries, water bottle and more neatly segregated.

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Osprey Ultralight Stuff Duffel, $66, Planet Traveller

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Osprey’s duffel bag is made completely of recycled fabrics and has a capacity of 30 litres. The best part? It’s designed like a handbag, collapsing into itself to become the size of a small pouch, thereby allowing you to get extra storage on-demand.

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This article was originally published in Harper’s Bazaar Singapore.