5 of the best weekend bags for men

With summer drawing to an early end, we’re beating the autumn blues with thoughts of mini-breaks; from weekends spent shooting in the UK to jetting off to cities we’ve long yearned to visit, September is the month of the weekend break and what better way to travel in style than with one of these 5 stylish weekend bags?

1. BENNETT WINCH: OLIVE HOLDALL, , When images of Bennett Winch bags landed in our inbox, we knew we were onto a winner. The timeless designs lend themselves to an effortless stylistic choice, yet with separate compartments for work wear, sports/leisurewear and devices, they are designed with the modern man in mind. Hand-crafted in England using the very finest materials, each one comes with a lifetime guarantee. Stay tuned this week to hear more about the brand and for your chance to win an exclusive bag of your own., £575 – bennettwinch.com

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2. MULBERRY: MEDIUM CLIPPER LEATHER-TRIMMED CANVAS HOLDALL, , Mulberry’s sophisticated and practical ‘Clipper’ bag comes in vivid blue canvas finished with a subtle camouflage jacquard. Trimmed with resilient leather, this compact holdall is undeniably refined. Whether you’re off on a jet-set break or a spontaneous trip to the country, this piece will ensure you go in style., £795 – mrporter.com

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3. POLO RALPH LAUREN: LEATHER HOLDALL, , Polo Ralph Lauren’s cognac leather holdall is the perfect travel companion. Minimally detailed with a discreet designer stamp, it’s finished with burnished gold-tone hardware and protective feet at the base. Its spacious cotton-twill lined interior is perfectly proportioned to store your city-break essentials or gym kit, whilst a zipped pocket provides convenient storage for smaller items., £500 – mrporter.com

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4. ASOS: TAN LEATHER HOLDALL, , Travelling in style doesn’t have to break the bank, so if you’re looking to save your money for the holiday itself then look towards ASOS for some affordable takes on timeless style. We love the simple look of this tan holdall – simply pair with casual basics for the perfect travelling style., £70.00 – asos.com

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5. BARBOUR: WAX HOLDALL, , Barbour hit a sartorial home run with this sporty wax holdall. Lending itself perfectly to a raining country weekend, simply pack your country attire and throw this bag into the back of a Defender for the ultimate country mini-break., £149.00 – asos.com

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