Here Are Our 19 Fave Oversized Bags For Travelling
Chic and roomy enough to hold all your mummy essentials
By Hana Lee and Michelle Lee -
There are two kinds of travellers: the ones who carry nothing but their travel documents, wallet and phone, and the ones who haul their whole house and the kitchen sink (plus kiddy must-haves for moms) If you belong to the latter group (we are, too!), you’re probably on the hunt for the best bag to carry onboard to store all your knick-knacks now that we're heading towards travel season.
Look no further. We’ve got a few bags that can fit your neck pillow, travel essentials, and even things to keep the little ones occupied during the flight! To make it easier for you to find things in these jumbo bags, we suggest putting the smaller items in a pouch. Below, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite oversized bags to own right now.
If you're drawn to totes with personality, this Pedro tote with eye-catching blue details is a perfect pick. Designed in an extra-large size (there's a smaller version available), it has plenty of room for all your essentials—and then some. The sleek D-shaped handle adds a modern touch, while a discreet magnetic closure keeps everything secure. Plus, a removable pouch helps keep your smaller items neatly organised.
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Here's your perfect beach vacay bag sorted! With its striped design and playful tassel detail, this tote practically screams seaside getaway. Spacious enough for carrying your holiday essentials yet lightweight for everyday use, it also features an internal pocket for easy organization and a zipped closure to keep everything secure.
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Yet another contender for the oversized sling bag trend: Uniqlo’s Soft Puffy Shoulder Bag—an affordable find at just $39.90.
Available in four warm, earthy tones, it features a plush padded exterior and a wide strap for all-day comfort. Plus, with two outer side pockets and two inner pockets, you won't be scrambling trying to find your keys, wallet and other essentials.
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For a timelessly elegant bag that'll elevate your airport style, look no further than the Furla Erica — and it comes in an XL size, too! Its soft sculpted shape and shiny Milano calf leather shell give way to an organised interior with a zipped pocket and two open pockets on the inside.
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Tried and tested: This bag can fit a neck pillow, two phones, an iPad, headphones, a WiFi router, travel documents, and snacks – and still have plenty of space for books or toys. It also has compartments inside and outside of the bag, which you can use to put items that you need to use often, such as your transportation card. The bag sells out quite often, so put yourself on the waitlist to be the first to know when it’s in stock!
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The great thing about this bag is, it’s “expandable”. No, it doesn’t come with a double zipper like the expandable luggage bags. Rather, it’s so roomy that you can squeeze in a lot of things before it gets full. It’s also super light, so you don’t have to worry about carrying additional weight. It can also double up as a shopping bag when you reach your destination, so you don’t have to juggle so many shopping bags with the little ones in tow. Visit the Cos outlets to check availability, or online on Zalora.
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You’re probably familiar with the famous dumpling bag, which comes in various sizes, including an XL option. The design is exactly the same, but this has way more room for you to put your things, and your little one’s essentials. It also has a compartment at the front, where you can place items you use often such as wet wipes. Carry around a bottle of hand sanitiser? You’d be happy to know that this comes with a D-ring for you to hang it. Get a micro for your little one so you can be matchy-matchy.
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You just can not associate travelling with Le Pliage. It’s durable and lightweight – the two most important attributes of a travel bag. This version is not foldable, but is bigger than the signature series. It comes with a detachable strap so you can wear it as a crossbody, and have your hands free to care for the little ones.
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Love a monogram design but don’t want full leather? You'd love this option, which is made of coated Goyardine canvas. This low-maintenance bag comes in two sizes and a multitude of colourways, with an attached pouch where you can store your passport or other documents you might need easy access to. This doesn’t come with a zip closure, so it’s best to store small loose items in a pouch.
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You have probably seen the crescent bag all over social media, and witnessed how it can fit everyday essentials and more. This large iteration of the TikTok-famous bag is exactly what you need when travelling. The great thing about this bag is that it comes with an adjustable strap, so you can wear it as a crossbody or handbag. It is not structured, so we suggest putting smaller items into the zip compartment or a pouch.
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As its name suggests, this tote is roomy and functional. It comes with card compartments in the interior for transportation cards, and a zip compartment for your small wallet or loose change. It’s structured and sturdy, so you can store those biscuit packets for mid-flight munchies without worrying they would be crushed when your things move around during your commute. It’s available in nine pretty colours, so pick one that best suits your personality!
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If you like the idea of a reversible bag, check out Charles & Keith's canvas tote. We adore this dreamy shade of sage green, which has pastel accents on one side. It comes with a drawstring closure, so you can change the bag's silhouette on days when you want more casual vibes.
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Love a good leather bag? This supersized one will be right up your alley. It comes with a removable pouch that is also made of lambskin and a toggle closure for a slimmer look. It’s also adorned with a gold logo, if you love that aesthetic. Because it’s slightly harder to clean than a canvas bag, we suggest not packing those crayons or messy snacks in this.
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Need something super roomy, has a zip closure, and can elevate your look? This travel bag is what you need. Wear it as a handheld, or use the strap to transform it into a crossbody or shoulder bag. It comes in a bigger size if you’re looking for a cabin bag alternative.
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Perhaps you've always wanted to add the Bao Bao to your collection, but were deterred by the size that cannot fit your kid's essentials. The Cart Tote is the answer to your wish. The handles are adjustable, so you can use it as a shoulder or handbag, which is important, depending on how heavy your load for the day is. Bao Bao is known to be lightweight, so this is great news for any mama who has to bring water bottles, colouring books, iPad, snacks… basically almost your whole house just to keep the kid entertained on flights.
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A fan of the puffer bag trend, but can't find one that is big enough to fit the whole family's essentials? We got you. This tote can fit so many things that your kid might think this is Doraemon's pocket. It comes with a drawstring closure, so you can keep stuff from falling out (and safe) whether you're on the plane or walking around overseas.
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Have had your eye on this iconic tote for some time, but are on the fence about getting it? This might give you that nudge: this version is reversible, so you can choose to wear the monogram or the side with a colourful stamp pattern, depending on how you're feeling that day. Prefer a crossbody on some days to keep your shoulders free in case the kids want to be carried? Good news, this comes with a removable monogram strap, too.
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If you have been keeping a keen eye on the latest bags popular on social media, you'd be familiar with this Coach bag. This maxi bag can fit a 14-inch laptop, so you know it's as roomy as it gets. The silhouette makes it fit nicely against the side of your body, so you are free to move your hands (and hold your kid's hand) without constantly having to adjust it.
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If you're the kind who switches between long handles and short ones every other hour, but hate to fiddle with the straps to adjust the length, this one's for you. It comes with straps of two lengths, so you can easily transform it from a handbag to a shoulder bag when your toddler wants to be carried. This comes with a zip closure for added security and a bag charm for added cuteness.
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This article was last published on Nov 25, 2024 and updated on Mar 11, 2025.
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