8 Chic Duffel Bags to Pack for Your Fourth of July Getaway

Packing for a quick summer getaway can be stressful in and of itself—there’s the bathing suit, sunscreen, a big floppy hat, and too many other things to remember. That old tote bag that’s stretching at the seams is not going to cut it, and neither is a full-size suitcase: Trying to quickly cram all of your clothes and toiletries into a variety of small, mismatched bags is a losing proposition, but at the other end of the spectrum, you risk losing track of that small tube of SPF lip balm (or taking up too much trunk space) if you choose a bag that’s too big.
The solution? Invest in a perfectly sized duffel bag to hold all of your summer gear. If you’re looking for something simple, Longchamp’s pastel pink option is an understated yet sophisticated choice, and Want Les Essentiels’s boxy bag is a minimal yet endlessly versatile option. For a bit more flair, spring for Prada’s cartoonish duffel or Gucci’s classic shape with floral adornments. Whichever you choose, these 15 options are as chic as they are practical.