10 Overnight Bags That Will Have Your Back
Or just for those who like (and can) pack light.
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(SPOT.ph) Raise your hands if you’re the type of person who doesn’t have to bring your whole house with you when you go for overnight trips—or even in general. In times like these, backpacks have your back, quite literally. And it being the midst of summer, we wouldn’t be surprised if you've booked back-to-back trips to max out the season. So if you’re looking for a reliable carry-all, we listed a few below. From backpacks with water-repellant and durable fabric to ones with multiple pockets for organization, we got your back, too.
Also read: 10 Suitcases Under P10,000 Perfect for Your Summer Escapades
Light packers, here are backpacks and overnight bags to buy in Metro Manila:
For minimalists who love pockets:
City Hunter Series B00478 (P1,899) from Arctic Hunter
This might be the overnight backpack of your dreams. Huge bonus if you like your things looking sleek and minimalist because that’s the vibe the vertical square build and black color give off. Aesthetic aside, it’s also packed with features that help keep your belongings safe and organized. It has multiple (interior and exterior) compartments—think of it as an organizer, but as a whole bag—so you can easily find your essentials when you need them. You also don’t have to worry about your valuables getting wet, because it’s equipped with a waterproof zipper and fabric.
Available on Shopee.
Eugene Backpack (P2,195) from Nike
Fan of the Swoosh? No doubt you’d want to pick this Eugene Backpack for your next overnight trip—and even beyond, whether work, school, et cetera. It has multiple pockets and sleeves (inside and outside) to help you organize and find your things in an instant. Its water-resistant coating makes it reliable under a slight drizzle or even during beach trips, plus the haul loop makes it easier and quicker to grab your bag in any situation.
Available online.
Macaroon All-Black (P4,995) from Doughnut
We have raved about this medium-sized, all-black Macaroon backpack from Hong Kong-based bag brand Doughnut from way back, and you bet we're still going to talk about it even now. As one of Doughnut's best-sellers, this bag’s features will be more than enough to get you by on your overnight (heck, even on multiple nights) trips—the spacious interior and multiple pockets (yay for more pockets), including a compartment for your 14" laptops and iPads and tumblers. And despite all your personal things inside, the bag itself is ultra-light and has this rectangular build so it won't look and feel bulky and heavy. It's also durable, water-repellent, and is available in a variety of colors and combinations: candy and pastel hues to versatile and classic, you name it, they got it.
Available online.
For those who like it simple:
Two-Way Nylon Bag (P990) from Uniqlo
Ah, Uniqlo. The Japanese lifewear brand never fails to offer their consumers essential needs for everyday life, overnight trips included. The lightweight Two-Way Nylon Bag has a practical design that allows you to carry the bag over your shoulders, like a backpack, and by hand, like a tote— in case you want to switch things up. The outer material is made of nylon fabric with a durable water-repellent finish.
Available online and in Uniqlo stores nationwide.
Mxc Mouthpiece Backpack Regular (P3,150) from Anello
No doubt you know about Anello and its distinctive wide zipper opening. Yup, the Kuchigane backpacks. If you’re a huge fan of the ubiquitous style, then add this pale pink colorway to your backpack rotation. The said opening makes it easier for you to organize and store your things the way you like them, and you can get them out hassle-free when you’re done. It has a large capacity that can fit A4-sized documents plus a zip front pocket for your other essentials.
Available on Zalora.
Classic X-Large Backpack (P4,490) from Herschel
It’s the classic Herschel backpack but make it extra large, which means extra space for your personal items, overnight clothes, and even your laptop. The build makes it look like a designer bag with a clean look—perfect to lug around even on your office or casual trips. Plus, we’re loving it in this pale orange color.
Available online.
For those into the durable and timeless classics:
Superbreak Backpack (P2,490) from JanSport
No lie, you've had JanSport backpacks during your school days. Wait, let us rephrase, you've only had that one trusty backpack from the crowd-fave brand throughout the years. JanSport is a timeless classic, especially among students. They don't break the bank; are durable; and come in a wide range of styles and designs. Check out this preppy floral Superbreak Backpack made with 600 Denier polyester—you can rest easy knowing that your personal items and clothes will fit in snugly without trouble.
Available online.
5453 Backpack (P1,160) from Hawk
Another one of the classics. Hawk is one of the brands that produces affordable and premium bags. Take, for example, the 5453 backpack that not only has a roomy interior, with an 18-liter capacity; water-repellent material; ergonomic and padded straps, and heavy-duty zippers, among others—it’s also equipped with an anti-microbial coating. They’re available in a variety of colors and dual-color combinations.
Available on Shopee.
For the aesthetics:
Dusk Floral Backpack (P5,049) from Cath Kidston
If you like your bags in bright and fun prints and sassy florals, then this Dusk Floral Backpack from Cath Kidston is a no-brainer choice. The bag has a spacious main compartment with one zip pocket inside for your other trinkets like cords and chargers, et cetera. There’s an exterior front zip pocket (complete with the embroidered Cath Kidston logo) for the essentials you need for quick and easy access. The dual grab handles make it easier to carry.
Available on Zalora.
Retreat Soft Petals Backpack (P6,790) from Herschel
You can’t help it, you just have to bring all your wardrobe with you despite it being an overnight trip—but at the same time, you don’t want to lug a whole suitcase around. We get you. What you need is this larger-than-life carrier from Herschel. It has up to 19.5-liter capacity that can fit all your belongings, right next to your 15” or 16” laptop snugly inside a padded and fleece-lined sleeve. It has a drawcord closure for opening the bag with ease but with magnet-fastened straps and metal pin buckles for added security. We spotted this specific design with deep yet soft purple, blue, and pink hues that form like petals.
Available online.
Bonus:
17-Litre Backpack Essential (P300) from Kipsta
Essentially made for futsal and football players, this sporty backpack from Kipsta will go above and beyond the field, say, even in the mountains or the beach, which makes it a bang for your buck at only P300—the most affordable one in this list. But boy, it can pack, with its 17-liter capacity and multiple compartments: the main one is where you can store all your personal items; there's a space underneath for things you don’t want to mix with these, like your shoes, sandals, and other necessities. It's also a great mix of comfort and durability—perfect for hiking or other outdoorsy activities—with its weight- and abrasion-resistant materials and padded back and adjustable straps.
Available online.
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