This shift has been bubbling since at least spring of last year, and now, it’s official: welcome to the resurgence of big bags—or, at least, bags bigger than a lipstick and a credit card.

22 x 11.5 x 11.5 inches 1.83 pounds 35+ color and pattern options, including blue paisley, leopard or black Vera Bradley's Large Travel Duffel Bag remains a classic choice for weekender bags.

While some of the best designer handbags can go in and out of style, there are a handful of silhouettes that will always stand the test of time. Think of these styles as the ultimate investment.

After testing the larger version of this bag, our recommendation is to stick to the medium size unless you need to carry a large backpack or need to haul around a lot of stuff. See our full review ...