The best weekenders for every kind of traveller

FOR FRANCOPHILE FASHION PLATES

Le Pliage Original M Luxury French brand Longchamp’s travel bag is a supersized version of its iconic tote, beloved by the likes of Kate Middleton, Kendall Jenner and the masses on TikTok. Built to last and be handed down, it’s made from recycled canvas with leather and gold accents. It’s also lightweight and a snap to store. $245, longchamp.com

FOR MINIMALISTS WHO TRAVEL LIGHT

Nik MZ Wallace’s quilted duffle has all the pockets anyone could ever ask for, including a detachable pouch that doubles as a clutch in a pinch and a pair of deep-zippered exterior pockets for snug phone and passport stashing. It also has a polished look, is trimmed with Italian leather and weighs less than a kilogram. $435, mzwallace.com

FOR THE RETRO OBSESSED

Deluxe Large Weekender Every couple of decades, LeSportsac makes a comeback—all hail its early-2000s collab with Gwen Stefani’s LAMB brand—and the time has come again. The American luggage maker’s latest weekenders are kitted out in ’70s-inspired details and come in 21 different colours.

$180, lesportsac.com Shop Now

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FOR UNAPOLOGETIC ADVENTURERS

Go-Bag Baboon to the Moon’s TikTok-viral bright and bold bags are as eye-catching as they are durable. The waterproof shell is made from a fabric the company trademarked “Stardust Ballistic” and secured with alpine-grade double stitch construction, so it’s practically indestructible. And an abundance of padded handles make it comfortable to carry, even when stuffed to its 40-litre capacity.

$274 for the small version, baboontothemoon.com

FOR ENVIRONMENTALISTS ON THE GO

Mariveles Duffle Sustainable outdoor brand Cotopaxi is known for its colour-blocked bags made of ripstop nylon salvaged from the cutting room floor. This no-fuss barrel-shaped duffle—which has a main zippered compartment and an external pocket—is perfect for travellers who prefer their minimalism multi-hued.

$115, simons.ca Shop Now

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FOR LOVERS OF STATUS BAGS

Luka Duffel Not too long ago, this Calpak duffle had a 44,000-person wait list, partly thanks to its perfect size—it’s small enough to slip under an airplane seat yet large enough for a weekend away. It’s also encased in super-soft, cloud-like polyester fabric, with a separate shoe compartment and nine additional pockets, one of which turns into a trolley sleeve with the flick of a zipper.

$172, calpaktravel.com

FOR THE VERSATILE TRAVELLER

Calypso Multibag Is it a backpack? An overnighter? A 16-inch laptop carrier? Answer: all of the above. With removable straps and all kinds of pouches, this hyper-versatile bag can be worn in four different ways (and, because it weighs just 570 grams, they’re all super comfortable). Barcelona brand Ölend specializes in small runs of high-quality designs inspired by mid-century mountaineers.

$175, olend.net Shop Now

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FOR UTILITARIANS WHO WON’T COMPROMISE ON STYLE

Kelowna 2.0 Weekender Sometimes you just need an effortlessly sharp monochromatic weekender for a last-minute trip to the county. With an exterior made from smooth and durable recycled nylon plus a structured, supportive bottom, this classy duffle is reliably rumple-proof.

$650, wantlesessentiels.com

FOR OUT-OF-THE-BOX VACATIONERS

Rolling Tote Hulken’s giant rolling tote folds flat for easy storage, has 360-degree rotating wheels and can hold up to 30 kilograms. The roomy carrier also makes shopping on getaways a cinch—it’s big enough to schlep up to six full bags of groceries back to the vacation rental.

$155 for the large version, hulkenbag.com Shop Now

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FOR DISCERNING GLOBETROTTERS

Metro Weekender Canadian brand Monos is all about having fewer, better things—but then they went and made this spacious carryall in seven delightful colours. How is one supposed to choose? Available in sumptuous microfibre vegan leather or premium nylon twill, the Metro bag is water- and scratch-resistant, has a whack of functional interior pockets and even comes with a detachable toiletry bag.

$300–$355, monos.com