The Best Small Purses for Travel
A small travel purse is an essential in any travelers handbag wardrobe. Although I carry a larger bag during the day when I need to have my camera with me, I like to use a small travel purse for going out in the evenings or going through the airport for easy access to my phone, wallet and passport.
When looking for travel purses and handbags I think simpler is better. I usually go for black or brown bags with minimal hardware (to keep the weight down) and always a zippered pocket. I like to look for bags with adjustable straps so I can wear them crossbody or as a shoulder bag (and sometimes as a belt bag too!).
After spending so many years trying, buying and reselling all sorts of mini bags these are my favorite small purses for travel.
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Madewell The Simple Crossbody Bag
Classic and Simple
You can’t get any simpler than this bag. One main zippered pocket to keep the essentials together. You can even get it monogrammed if that’s more your style.
Madewell The Knotted Crossbody Bag
Extra Organization
Similar to the previous Madewell bag, this has the addition of two outer open pockets, great for slipping in a map or sunglasses.
Everlane The Italian Leather Sling
NOT YOUR AVERAGE MINI BAG
If a traditional crossbody bag isn’t your style, this bag is a sling style bag so it sits across your chest but still can be handsfree.
Baggu Sport Crossbody
A LITTLE MORE CASUAL
This is a great option if you don’t want a leather bag. It comes in so many colors and is machine washable.
Lo & Sons Waverley 2
FOUR MINI BAGS IN ONE
This is my personal favorite bag. This mini bag can be worn as a crossbody, shoulder bag, belt bag or wristlet. It comes in so many colors and finishes it’ll be hard to choose!
Bric's Urban Crossbody Bag
Lightweight & Packable
If packing space is an issue, this is the most compact and lightest bag. Made from nylon it’s very durable and you can stuff it inside any suitcase easily.
You can buy this bag on it’s own or you can buy the matching packable duffle bag. It comes with a mini bag that your duffle will fold into for storage but you can use the mini bag on it’s own as well.
MZ Wallace Metro Crossbody
QUILTED IN STYLE
If leather isn’t your thing but you like a little bit more dressed up of a fabric bag this MZ Wallace Metro Crossbody might be perfect for you. It’s great that it has second zippered front pocket to keep everything organized.
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