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Hit the road or the jetway for a quick escape and keep your footwear out of the way.

The Beis Weekender in Pink sitting on a carpet floor next to a side table

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These were our winners for the best weekender bags with shoe compartments.

Beis has been popping up on stylish travelers radar for a while, and its popularity is well-deserved.

Even better, it can still fit in an overhead bin even when fully packed.

Béis The Weekender Travel Bag

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It can only fit about two days worth of clothing, so it may not work for overpackers.

There is a laptop sleeve, but it does not have any protective cushioning.

There are so many options that its nearly impossible to pick just one.

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You should be able to fit two pairs of shoes or one pair of boots comfortably inside.

It does develop some visible creases at the fold points, but they arent too noticeable.

Rather than a specific separate compartment, it instead includes a shoe-specific bag that matches the external material.

Hand opening the bottom compartment of Béis The Weekender Travel Bag on white floor

If you dont want to hand-carry, theres also an adjustable, removable shoulder strap.

We wish the nylon material was thicker to better protect the bag, and there is no laptop sleeve.

This affordable weekender is an amazing value considering how spacious it is and all of its thoughtful features.

Hand adding items to the top compartment of Béis The Weekender Travel Bag

It is also available in more than 40 colors, so there truly is something for everyone.

The zippers are prone to snagging.

Garment bags offer a convenient way to hang items like suitsmaking them a great option fora men’s weekender.

A person putting a Béis The Weekender Travel Bag on a metal rack next to wood box

The shoe compartment on the side is also very helpful for separating items.

We wish it had more pockets or other organizational features.

We also love the padded shoulder strap that made carrying the heavy duffel comfortable and distributed the weight evenly.

Béis The Weekender Travel Bag placed on the carpet next to table

The weekender is a bit on the heavier side due to its thick, rugged material.

Overall, we found it easy to pack and use, with well-built and well-planned construction and thoughtful details.

While packing, we noted the organizational and structural features of each bag, particularly the pockets and zippers.

Hand on suitcase handle holding Béis The Weekender Travel Bag

Are you traveling a lot for weddings?

Afoldable garment bag may be your best pickfor helping keep your formalwear unwrinkled.

Heading into the country?

Person carrying Béis The Weekender Travel Bag over a rug near cones

Factor in your additional organizational needs

Shoe compartments arent the only form of organization out there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Marketing, mostly.

Consider a weekender to be a smaller, trendy subcategory ofthe classic duffel.

Hand opening the bottom compartment of Béis The Weekender Travel Bag on white floor

Weekenders tend to be smaller, while duffel bags overall come in a wider range of sizes.

Weekenders also tend to have a few more vertical inches than more cylindrical duffel styles.

Most likely, yes; it depends on the size of your bag and your airlines size restrictions.

Hand adding items to the top compartment of Béis The Weekender Travel Bag

A person putting a Béis The Weekender Travel Bag on a metal rack next to wood box

Béis The Weekender Travel Bag placed on the carpet next to table

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Cotopaxi Viaje 35L Weekender Bag - Cada Día

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Hands zipping the Cotopaxi Viaje 35L Weekender Bag - Cada Día on the floor

Hand reaching into a filled Cotopaxi Viaje 35L Weekender Bag - Cada Día

Cotopaxi Viaje 35L Weekender Bag - Cada Día on the floor next to furniture

A hand putting a shoe into the Cotopaxi Viaje 35L Weekender Bag - Cada Día

A person walking while holding the Cotopaxi Viaje 35L Weekender Bag - Cada Día

Hands zipping the Cotopaxi Viaje 35L Weekender Bag - Cada Día on the floor

Hand reaching into a filled Cotopaxi Viaje 35L Weekender Bag - Cada Día

Cotopaxi Viaje 35L Weekender Bag - Cada Día on the floor next to furniture

A hand putting a shoe into the Cotopaxi Viaje 35L Weekender Bag - Cada Día

Calpak Luka Duffel Bag

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A hand packing a shoe inside the Calpak Luka Duffel Bag

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A hand packing a laptop into the Calpak Luka Duffel Bag

The Calpak Luka Duffel Bag on a floor next to couch and end table

Calpak Luka Duffel Bag displayed on a couch next to items to be packed

A person carrying the Calpak Luka Duffel Bag on their shoulder

A hand putting a shoe into the Calpak Luka Duffel Bag

A hand packing a shoe inside the Calpak Luka Duffel Bag

A hand packing a laptop into the Calpak Luka Duffel Bag

The Calpak Luka Duffel Bag on a floor next to couch and end table

Calpak Luka Duffel Bag displayed on a couch next to items to be packed

A person carrying the Calpak Luka Duffel Bag on their shoulder

A hand putting a shoe into the Calpak Luka Duffel Bag

Dagne Dover Landon Large Carryall Bag

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Dagne Dover Landon Large Carryall Bag displayed on couch next to plant

Hand carrying Dagne Dover Landon Large Carryall Bag with assorted bags on table and couch

Person using shoulder strap of Dagne Dover Landon Large Carryall Bag

Dagne Dover Landon Large Carryall Bag displayed on couch next to plant

Hand carrying Dagne Dover Landon Large Carryall Bag with assorted bags on table and couch

ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L

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The ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L on a rug next to furniture

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Hands using the charging port in the ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L

A hand slipping a wallet into the ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L

A person holding both handles of the ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L

Hand holding a phone plugged into the ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L

Two hands holding a ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L containing shoes

The ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L on a rug next to furniture

Hands using the charging port in the ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L

A hand slipping a wallet into the ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L

A person holding both handles of the ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L

Hand holding a phone plugged into the ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L

Two hands holding a ETRONIK Large Overnight Weekender 55L containing shoes

Mark & Graham Commuter 2-in-1 Garment Bag

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Hands zipping the Mark & Graham Commuter 2-in-1 Garment Bag with clothing inside

Mark & Graham Commuter 2-in-1 Garment Bag on a bed

Hands opening the Mark & Graham Commuter 2-in-1 Garment Bag

Closeup of garment hanger hook inside the Mark & Graham Commuter 2-in-1 Garment Bag

Hands zipping the Mark & Graham Commuter 2-in-1 Garment Bag with clothing inside

Mark & Graham Commuter 2-in-1 Garment Bag on a bed

Hands opening the Mark & Graham Commuter 2-in-1 Garment Bag

Arlo Skye The Weekender

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Hands on the side of the Arlo Skye The Weekender

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A person carries the Arlo Skye The Weekender on their shoulder

Hand with shoe pocket of Arlo Skye The Weekender

Hands pack clothes into the Arlo Skye The Weekender

The Arlo Skye The Weekender bag on a wooden floor next to shoes and a rug

Close-up of a hand holding the Arlo Skye The Weekender top handles against a blue background

Hands on the side of the Arlo Skye The Weekender

A person carries the Arlo Skye The Weekender on their shoulder

Hand with shoe pocket of Arlo Skye The Weekender

Hands pack clothes into the Arlo Skye The Weekender

The Arlo Skye The Weekender bag on a wooden floor next to shoes and a rug

Close-up of a hand holding the Arlo Skye The Weekender top handles against a blue background

Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag

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A hand holding the handles on the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag

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Hands snapping a closure on the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag

Two hands holding the straps on the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag

A person sliding the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag under an airplane seat

A person pushing the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag off of a counter

Hands opening the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag main compartment

A hand holding the handles on the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag

Hands snapping a closure on the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag

Two hands holding the straps on the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag

A person sliding the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag under an airplane seat

A person pushing the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag off of a counter

Hands opening the Travelpro x Travel + Leisure Drop-bottom Weekender Bag main compartment

Rains Texel Kit Bag Large

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Shoes seen inside the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag

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A person places clothing inside the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag

A person places the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag under the seat in front of them

A person wears the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag by the shoulder strap

A person places the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag into an overhead compartment

A person adjusts the strap on the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag

Shoes seen inside the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag

A person places clothing inside the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag

A person places the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag under the seat in front of them

A person wears the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag by the shoulder strap

A person places the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag into an overhead compartment

A person adjusts the strap on the Rains Large Texel Kit Bag

A person zips up the Halfday The Garment Duffel

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A person throwing the Cotopaxi Viaje bag to test durability

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Hands place a laptop in the side pocket of the Arlo Skye The Weekender

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