Share
Written By
Brian Sacawa is the Founder of He Spoke Style and one of the original men’s style influencers.
More This site contains affiliate links from which we may earn a commission.A leather overnight bag is small in size but big on style.
When it comes to stylish travel bags and luggage, leather is where it’s at. A high-quality leather bag is extremely durable, will look better with age and telegraphs that you’re a man who cares about style.
We’ve already discussed the full/medium-sized leather duffle. A leather overnight bag is a smaller version with many of the same pros and cons. But, the well-prepared and rakish traveler has the perfect bag for every occasion and situation.
Pros: Versatile – can be used for work, play, travel and just about anything in between; small (see below, also); lightweight; very stylish; fits only and exactly what you need and nothing else.
NOT BIG ENOUGH? Try a full-size leather duffle bag.
Cons: Small – not a bag for multiple-day trips, unless you’re an extremely good packer; not a bag you’ll want to take out in a rain storm.
| WEARING | Billy Reid jacket, Neiman Marcus shirt, J.Crew jeans, Goorin Bros. hat, Beams Plus scarf, To Boot New York loafers | LUGGAGE | Leather overnight bag c/o Ted Baker | PHOTOGRAPHY | by Rob McIver Photo
I have to be honest and say that I use my medium-sized leather duffle much more than my overnight bag. But that’s a result of the kind of traveling I do. Most of the trips I take are weekend jaunts up to NYC or multi-day stays somewhere, so I need a little more room than a smaller bag affords.
DON’T MISS: How To Store a Leather Duffle Bag
Having said that, it is nice to have a smaller, but equally stylish, leather bag to take with me when I only have to spend one night somewhere. I’ve also used it as an airplane carry-on, when I’ve got to check a suitcase and don’t want to be rolling my carry-on as well.
Perfect For: Day trips, a quick overnight stay, heading to the gym in style; train travel; the guy who’s out in the city all day and doesn’t know where he’s going to end up; rakish carry-on-only airplane passengers.
Our Pick: J.W. Hulme Leather Overnight Bag
Thanks for reading.
Stylishly Yours,
Brian Sacawa
He Spoke Style
Brian Sacawa
Brian Sacawa is the Founder of He Spoke Style and one of the original men’s style influencers. Since 2013, his goal has remained the same: to provide men the advice and inspiration they need to dress well, develop their personal style, and gain more confidence. Brian’s interest and passion for men’s style and luxury watches has led to his writing for The Robb Report, The Rake, and Sotheby’s and he has been quoted on menswear in publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Today.com, Brides Magazine, and the Huffington Post. He lives in the woods north of Baltimore with his wife, Robin, kitties Nick and Nora, and German Shepherd/Collie mix Charlie.
