The 15 Best Travel Purses to Carry You in Style (2024)

French luxury brand Longchamp had the Japanese art of origami in mind when creating its cult classic Le Pliage bags, available in a multitude of shapes, sizes, and seasonal colors. Loved by editor in chief Steele Marcoux, this foldable tote is fashioned from nylon and trimmed in Russian leather. It was practically made for crisscrossing the globe, but it works for your daily commute too.

This best-selling messenger bag pairs security with convenience. Body panels are lined with patented slash-resistant mesh. The strap contains stainless steel wire to prevent cut-and-run theft and a clip to secure the bag to a stationary object or chair. There’s no need to worry about your identity being stolen electronically with an RFID-blocking organizer in the rear panel for credit cards and passports. And locking zippered pulls guard against pickpockets. Expandable mesh pockets on each side keep a bottle of water, a small umbrella, or sunglasses close at hand, while you can stash your phone in the front zippered pocket hidden by a magnetic flap.

Leather has a reputation for starting out stiff. Not the quilted calfskin of this camera bag. Reviewers describe it as “buttery soft.” The structured silhouette is roomy enough to fit all the necessities without losing its iconic shape, and the addition of a back slip pocket has been deemed a “game changer.” Go for the Deep Marine as a slightly unexpected neutral.

Wear the subtle logo on this bag proudly. As all of Stella McCartney's accessories, the bucket-style crossbody is made from nonleather materials, in keeping with the brand's cruelty-free ethos. The body is crafted from its signature smooth Alter Mat and lined in supple, eco-friendly Alter Suede. The strap is made from 100 percent postconsumer recycled polyester.

Performance twill makes this crossbody easy to wipe clean. The sleek fabric features two-inch quilting as a nod to the brand’s heritage and repels water. Monogram your bag for a personal touch.

Need a travel purse that can multitask? This convertible bag is a crossbody, belt bag, wristlet, and shoulder bag all in one. You could even remove the two-part adjustable strap and use it as a clutch. Choose from a variety of colors and hardware finishes in three premium materials: textured Saffiano leather, smooth Nappa leather, or plant-based cactus leather.

For traveling, our deputy digital editor, Jaime Milan, reaches for this mini top handle bag. She appreciates that you can wear it as a crossbody during the day and carry it by the handles at night.

Made from the same material as wet suits, this lightweight neoprene bag is a sporty and low-key travel companion that will keep you organized. The thoughtful design incorporates an interior mesh slip pocket in the main compartment, an exterior zippered pocket with two elastic loops and a card slot, and a phone slip pocket with magnetic closure on the back. You might even have a little space to spare.

Carry everything you could ever possibly need in this nylon mesh sack. A zippered pocket on the front and another inside, along with two slip pockets, corral smaller items. The 13-inch padded laptop sleeve and trolley pass-through mean you don’t have to reserve this bag for beach trips or boat outings. And the crossbody strap helps distribute the weight once you load it up.

This slouchy raffia hobo isn’t your typical straw bag. It is fully lined, boasts pockets for organization, and possesses an elevated style, thanks to its classic stripe pattern and wrapped leather handle. The plush suede lining not only protects items like your sunglasses and phone but also extends the life of your bag, ensuring sharp objects like keys don’t come in contact with the potentially delicate outer material.

Add a sophisticated touch to any ensemble during your summer vacation and all season long with this shape-shifting shopper bag. Fasten the two internal ties to make the bag more compact and more difficult for pickpockets to reach into. The fabric is softened by 63 percent cotton and strengthened with 37 percent linen.

When mixing business with pleasure, you can’t go wrong with a timeless travel purse inspired by a style icon. The Lee Radziwill collection includes handbags in various sizes, silhouettes, and textiles. We're partial to this large, two-tone, leather-and-suede satchel composed of layers that unfold like the collar of a trench coat to reveal four open compartments, one center zippered section, one side wall zippered pocket, and one side wall slit pocket.

Sara Clark, VERANDA’s associate style & market editor, has been eyeing this “superfunctional” waxed canvas tote. She notes its versatility: Park it on top of a carry-on at the airport, or attach the shoulder strap and haul it to the local farmers’ market. Bonus: It can hold a 15-inch laptop.

A favorite among frequent fliers, Tumi offers a convertible leather backpack with a place for everything. Inside, you'll find a padded laptop compartment, three media pockets, a pen pocket, a zippered pocket, a collapsible water bottle pocket, and a key leash. If you want quick access to your phone, passport, wallet, or cash but are nervous about sticking it in one of the two exterior zippered pockets on the front, then turn to the hidden magnetic slip pocket on the back of the bag.