The Best Weekender Bags for Men

As a man, finding the right weekend travel bag can be a challenging task - What size? How many pockets? Will it be comfortable? What material? - Questions that often pop to mind when choosing the right bag. It's crucial to strike the careful balance between practical and stylish.

Firstly, leather is renowned for its strength, quality and durability - especially full-grain leather, which is widely regarded as the highest quality of leather. Leather is not only timeless, but with the right care and reasonable use, full-grain leather can withstand years – even decades – of use. It's not a coincidence that leather is the most commonly used material for overnight holdalls.

For a more casual look, cotton canvas is often the second go-to choice. Not only is cotton canvas sturdy, they can also be machine washed (NOTE: use cold water to prevent shrinkage, and a 'colour catcher' to reduce risk of dye running/bleeding). 

Size and pockets would depend on each personal circumstance, and even vary depending on the type of trip. If you are looking for one bag to suit most occasions, leather is your safe bet. It can be dressed down for family weekends or dressed up for that business trip. Having external pockets and internal, separate compartments/zip pockets is ideal for having your essentials within easy reach - be sure to look out for these features!

Finally, when it comes to comfort; be mindful of how long you may have to carry your weekender for. At MAHI Leather, all of our weekenders come with a handy detachable, extendable strap; for times when you'd prefer to wear the bag across your body, rather than on one shoulder.