Choosing The Perfect Weekender Bag

Whether you are flying from coast to coast for that overnight business meeting or simply driving up into the mountains for that romantic get a way, a weekender bag is the perfect choice for those who want to travel light. Weekender bags offer plenty of room for packing enough clothes for a two or three day trip, while small enough to not take too much space in that shared motel room. Weekender bags come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, materials and provide a variety of options suitable to everyone's needs.

You can also find a wide variety of styles in weekender luggage as well as materials. Some you can fold flat when not in use for easy storage. Some come with wheels and handles to make transporting easier through those large airports and hotel hallways. Some have a variety of outside pockets for storing those tickets, eyeglasses and even that book to read on the trip while others are sleek and easy to carry. Some even come with detachable shoulder straps to allow you to carry the bag while still keeping your hands free.

Men's weekender bags usually come in sedate colors such as browns, black or gray with the occasional blue or green thrown in for good measure. These bags run the gauntlet from classy looking duffel bags, to bags with roomy outside pockets for those plane tickets and other "need to have handy items." Sleek and handsome these bags are suitable for either the business trip or the weekend get away. They can even be carried into the office without looking out of place.

Women's weekender bags may also come in sedate colors but, they also come in bright and pastel colors as well. Some have funky and fun designs while others offer a more chic and sophisticated look. Perfect to toss in a cute nightgown, a couple of stylish outfits, your makeup bag, a swim suit, and an extra pair of shoes. You can even get women's weekender and matching handbags so that you can take that trip in coordinated style!

Weekender bags come in a variety of materials. Of course leather remains one of the most popular materials in weekender bags and for a good reason. Not only is leather durable and long lasting but, with proper care it stays looking good year after year. Many people simply enjoy the supple feel and smell of leather and wouldn't choose any other material for their weekender bag. However, there are plenty of other options available. Canvas and Nylon weekender bags are also quite popular as many people enjoy the durability and casual look of a canvas bag and women especially love the variety of styles and rich colors that can often be found in Nylon weekend bags.

For those of you who are a little more environmentally conscious you will be glad to know that you can get some great looking weekender bags made from recycled materials. There are some great looking weekenders made from boat sails and even recycled plastic bottles. What could be more enjoyable than getting away for that once in a lifetime weekend trip while using a bag that let's you know that you are doing your part to save the environment.

You can also get weekender bags made from wool and cotton as well.

What really makes weekender bags so great however, is their compact size. While full size luggage may be perfect for those extended trips and week long vacations they are simply too big, for those short overnight trips or casual weekends. Who wants to lug a full size suitcase around for an overnight trip when they can have the option of something more light weight and compact? The smaller size of weekender bags makes them not only easier to carry but, makes them easier to travel with getting on and off planes, trains and even buses. They are the ideal size bags for those people who make frequent short trips offering them the convenience of not being weighted down with large luggage they simply don't need.

Weekender bags are convenient, lightweight and comes in a variety of styles and materials that makes them the right choice for everyone who loves making short trips.