The Personal-Item Bags Our Editors Actually Use to Travel, Starting at $14

Béis The Mini Weekender ($108)

The Béis The Mini Weekender is the smaller version of the bestselling Weekender Bag, which is also an editor favorite. It can be used as an everyday tote, but it's also perfect for overnight trips or as a personal item on flights. This personal-item bag has a padded, built-in laptop sleeve; a bottom compartment for shoes, hair tools, and toiletries; and a trolley pass-through sleeve. Plus, the inside has a large zip pocket and two small slip pockets. It has a top handle and a padded longer strap. It comes in eight colors, including beige, black, navy, olive green, maple brown, pink, and more, but some sell out fast.

• Pros: Glides effortlessly and comfortable to carry.
• Cons: Some customers found a faulty zipper.
• Material: Poly canvas, vegan leather, nylon, and zinc alloy.
• Dimensions: 16" height x 16" width x 8" depth
• Colorways: 5
• Who it's best for: The weekend traveler and everyday commuter.
• Extras: It comes in two sizes, mini and regular.
• Editor Quote: "It is ideal for any traveler, whether you're a frequent flyer or someone who goes on the occasional vacation. . . . The bag fits the right amount of clothing and necessities for a three-day trip, including a few extra outfits if you pack smart. Another clever feature is the expandable, clamshell-like zip-top opening of the top compartment. The bag opens up quite wide, so you can easily see and access your stuff and take out your electronics . . . for security." — Anvita Reddy, former assistant shopping editor

Read more in her in-depth review of the Beis Mini Weekender Bag.