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Our Favorite Bags, Luggage and Style Accessories of 2023

Essentials for a trip across town or a flight to a distant city.

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This story is part of the 2023 Gear Patrol Style Awards. To see the full list of winners, click here.


The right bags and accessories can make or break a trip. Whether heading across town for a business meeting, taking a weekend escape to a scenic locale or catching a flight to a distant city, the last thing you want to think about is your bag.

So make sure you have something you can rely on — a backpack, laptop bag or carry-on suitcase that is structurally sound, easy to carry and simple to pack. The best bags and accessories are the ones that slip seamlessly into the background and let you focus on your life away from home.

To learn more about our testing methodology and how we evaluate products, head here.

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Best Affordable Carry On
July Carry On
Best Overall Aviator Sunglasses
Ray-Ban Aviators
Best Upgrade Everyday Backpack
Filson Dryden Backpack
Best Slim Wallet
Bellroy Card Sleeve
Best Aluminum Carry On
Away Carry-On: Aluminum Edition
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Best Overall Laptop Bag
Filson Rugged Twill Original Briefcase
Best Overall Duffel Bag
Peak Design Travel Duffel
Best Overall Crossbody Bag
Moment Fanny Sling
Best Overall Tote Bag
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote
Best Overall Dopp Kit
Billykirk No. 258 Standard Issue Toiletry Bag
Best Overall Travel Backpack
Patagonia Black Hole Pack 25L
Most Rugged Packing Cubes
Mystery Ranch Zoid Cube
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