Your cart
There are no more items in your cart
A week at the beach, a weekend in a city of art, or a road trip? There’s one accessory that makes all the difference: the right bag. Whether it’s a beach bag or a city bag, here’s how to choose—and pack—the perfect companion for your vacation.
Vacation is finally here. Whether you’re planning a week at the beach, a weekend in a city of art, or a road trip, is a classic beach bag better, or a versatile city bag that you can use for any occasion? The answer depends on your travel style, but above all on how you like to organize your accessories while on vacation.
In recent years, the line between beach bags and city bags has become increasingly blurred: the latest trends favor roomy, lightweight, and multifunctional styles that can take you from the beach to happy hour without sacrificing style. Canvas totes, maxi bags, and raffia bags are now among the most popular summer accessories.
Beach bag or city bag: Which one should you choose for your vacation?
The choice depends mainly on the type of vacation you're planning.
If your destination is the beach
The classic beach bag remains the ideal solution. It should be:
- large and roomy;
- lightweight to carry;
- resistant to sand and moisture;
- equipped with interior pockets to keep everything organized.
Summer trends confirm the popularity of oversized tote bags, canvas bags, and woven raffia styles—perfect for both the beach and walks along the boardwalk.
An often-overlooked detail? Choose a bag with a reinforced bottom or one that’s easy to wash: after a day of sand, sunscreen, and salt air, it’ll be much easier to keep it in perfect condition.
If you love visiting cities and towns
In this case, a roomy city bag can be your best friend. A good city travel bag should let you carry: your wallet, smartphone, water bottle, sunglasses, a travel guide or tablet, and a light jacket for the evening.
The goal is to have everything within easy reach without sacrificing style.
For long days of sightseeing, it’s best to choose styles with an adjustable shoulder strap or that can be worn crossbody: they distribute the weight more evenly and leave your hands free for taking photos, shopping, and visiting museums.
How to Pack Your Suitcase Smartly for Vacation
A well-organized bag can make the difference between a relaxing day and constantly searching for your keys, ID, or sunscreen. Here's a simple and practical method.
Create designated areas
Use pouches or small organizers to sort your items by category: toiletries and sunscreen, documents and money, electronics, and personal accessories. This way, you’ll avoid having to empty your entire bag every time you need to find something.
A tip from the most organized travelers? Choose pouches in different colors: at a glance, you’ll know where to find each item.
Keep essential items within easy reach at all times
Your cell phone, keys, and wallet should go in a pocket that’s easy to reach. When you’re at the beach, we also recommend keeping your valuables separate from the rest of your belongings and using zippered pockets or dedicated compartments.
If you’re traveling abroad or to crowded areas, an internal zippered pocket can provide added security for your documents and cash.
Bring only what you really need
When you head out for a day away from home, you tend to pack your bag with things you’ll never use. For a day at the beach, you generally just need: sunscreen, sunglasses, a beach towel, a water bottle, a book or e-reader, a spare swimsuit, and a waterproof pouch for your smartphone and documents.
You can also set aside a little space for a mini travel first-aid kit with band-aids, hand sanitizing wipes, and common medications—it takes up very little space but can prove invaluable.
The Best Ideas from Studioarch for Your Vacation
For over seventy years, Studioarch has been selecting accessories and leather goods from the finest Italian and international brands, with a focus on quality, functionality, and style.
For those who like to travel light: Kipling
When visiting cities, markets, or villages that are best explored on foot, a bag that’s too big can get in the way. The Kipling Gabb B shoulder bag is a smart solution thanks to its lightweight design, organized compartments, and adjustable strap that adapts to your needs.
It’s the classic city bag that lets you carry all your essentials without sacrificing comfort. Discover the entire Kipling Spring-Summer 2026 collection.
- -60%
For those who want just one bag for the whole day: Coccinelle
Soft, roomy tote bags are among the standout trends of the summer. The Coccinelle C-Easy stands out for its spacious interior and removable clutch—perfect for a day that starts with a stroll through the city and ends with an aperitif by the waterfront.
An ideal choice for those looking for a versatile and sophisticated vacation bag from the Coccinelle Spring-Summer 2026 collection.
For those looking for a practical and versatile vacation bag: Mandarina Duck
Mandarina Duck’s Spring-Summer 2026 collection focuses on lightness, functionality, and space organization—ideal features for those who want a single accessory to use all day long, enjoying the summer with lightness, freedom, and style.
The accessory you should always have: an organized clutch
Whether you choose a beach bag or a city bag, having a clutch dedicated to small items is always a good idea. The new “Braccialini” and “Dea Soft” clutches and toiletries bags let you organize documents, cosmetics, chargers, and personal accessories so they don’t get lost at the bottom of your bag. It’s a small detail that makes every trip much more practical.
Another perk? When you switch bags during your vacation, all you have to do is transfer the pouch—without risking forgetting anything important.
The Final Tip
The perfect combination for summer vacation? A roomy bag for the day and a more compact crossbody bag or clutch for the evening: you’ll be ready for any outing, from the beach to cultural sightseeing, without sacrificing comfort or style.
One last tip: pack your bag the day before you leave. This will help you eliminate the unnecessary and make sure you have everything you really need, avoiding last-minute forgetfulness.
And remember: the perfect vacation bag isn’t necessarily the biggest one, but the one that combines functionality, organization, and style at every moment of the day.
- -30%
Last items in stock
Women's Wallets
Alviero Martini Prima Classe - Medium-sized women's bifold wallet in Bloom City...
€94.50
€135.00
Last items in stock
- -40%
- -30%
Last items in stock
- -30%
- -20%
Latest Blog Posts:
Lightweight Bags 2026: The Return of Chic Nylon—Combining Style, Practicality, and Contemporary Design
Lightweight bags dominate the Spring-Summer 2026 season: technical nylon and rubberized fabrics from Gherardini, Bric's X-Travel, and Ynot Cloud reinterpret luxury in a practical, soft, and contemporary way.
Read more