Leather bags shop by Penshop UK: In 1945, Celine Vipiana opened a small shop with a red elephant – which would become the brand symbol – on the rooftop. The shop has expanded into a recognized fashion label, known for its minimalist take on style. Macadam: A combo of canvas and leather and gold-tone hardware. With the signature Celine Macadam pattern, front logo patch, and two top handles. Triomphe Bag: The Triomphe has an embroidered textile exterior and a sleek leather trim. This English company was founded by then 21-year-old former draper’s apprentice, Thomas Burberry. In 1879, he introduced gabardine fabric.The 1920s saw the unveiling of the now ubiquitous Burberry checked print. Fittingly, the company’s Latin logo means ‘Forward’. Olympia Bag: Two-toned and saddle-shaped and made in Italy. It has a front zipped pocket. Lola Bag: The Lola bag takes on the signature Burberry check and reinvents it in a stitched style. See extra info on https://www.penshop.co.uk/pens/leather-bags/leather-tote-bags.
Dagne Dover launched luggage for the first time in 2024 with beautiful softside suitcases featuring a glossy sheen and unique design details. This smaller carry-on suitcase was our favorite out of the collection, with a U-shaped front pocket that you can fold all the way back to give you full access to everything inside. There’s a spot for a 13-inch laptop (though we wish they had more padding) and also flaps with fabric fastener that you can use to secure other items like paperwork or a sweater. We love that you access the interior of the main cabin through a zipper inside the front pocket, which is useful if you need to grab something out of your bag at the airport without having to lay it flat. PenShop Senior Editor Jasmine Grant took this suitcase to St. Thomas during our three-month long-term testing period, noting its significant weight. “When it’s completely empty, it still feels really hefty, and I think that’s attributed to the weight of the wheels, which are larger than other carry-ons I’ve tried,” she says. However, the tradeoff is wheels that glide like butter. The thick, spacious, padded side handles help make it easier to lift the bag when you need to place it in an overhead bin.
Many may be names you are already familiar with; forever staples from Chanel, Gucci and Dior, but you will also find new styles from heritage brands, alongside new names to know in the world of designer handbags, in this round-up. These are the accessories that are actually worth investing in, whether you are treating yourself or looking for a very special gift, in the market for an evening bag or are after a tote that’s perfect for the office. These are designer names you can trust. We love this small Kaia bag from YSL, which is sure to become a treasured piece in your wardrobe. It feels as classic as they come. It’s not difficult to see why Dior’s Saddle bag remains so popular: the style – which first appeared on the catwalk in 1999, became an ‘It’ bag in the Noughties, and has been a staple ever since – is the perfect way to elevate any day or night ensemble.
We were impressed by the thoughtful design features of this gorgeous Hartmann Reserve trunk both inside and out, with a curved handle that adjusts to 12 different positions, waterproof pockets, built-in compartments and dividers, two packing cubes, a shoe bag, a large garment bag, leather details, and hand-painted wheels (that didn’t get chipped or damaged even after we directly hit them with a baseball bat). This Hartmann suitcase has a 50/50 divide, which we thought helped us to evenly distribute the weight using the different compartments. This ultimately made the suitcase light and easy to maneuver, despite the fact that it weighs 14.11 pounds — the heaviest suitcase on this list. The wheels rotated seamlessly, even more smoothly than some of the smallest carry-ons we’ve tested, and you’ll be able to maneuver through a crowded airport pretty easily with this, though it would take up a lot of space in a car trunk or on any sort of public transportation.
Samsonite’s Freeform Carry-On is a solid choice for international trips, thanks to its size (the correct size for most overheard bins across a number of international airlines), great storage capacity and reasonable price. The brand has been producing high-quality suitcases since 1910, and its spinner is compact but expandable by one inch when you need more packing room. While this option might not have the sleek, trendy look of a Monos or Away suitcase, its functionality more than makes up for it. “I took this suitcase with me on short weekend trips as well as longer flights,” says a member of our testing panel. “As an overpacker, I found the expandable panel very convenient for squeezing in extra clothes.”