Best Products Style Travel Bags 10 Stylish Mini Backpacks With Just Enough Room for the Essentials By Monica Mendal Monica Mendal Website Monica Mendal is a New York City-based writer and editor focusing on fashion, travel, and lifestyle. She contributes regularly to Vogue, Architectural Digest, The New York Times, and more. Previously, Monica was a fashion editor holding posts at Condé Nast publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 25, 2020 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Getty Images If there is one thing every traveler needs, it's a backpack. Whether you're toting it through the airport or using it as your day bag in a new city, it's the ideal companion for a hands-free day. The perfect backpack is comfortable, lightweight, and practical, yet doesn't compromise style. Mini backpacks are particularly trendy at the moment, because in today's fast-paced world, carrying around less means the opportunity to do more. The Best Bag Organizers to Keep Your Purse From Becoming a Jumbled Mess There are all kinds of small backpacks that appeal to various style aesthetics — whether you're looking for a sportier, more functional style you can take from city streets to nature trails or a more classic silhouette that lends itself to casual and dressy outfits. Then, there's also the fashion backpack that functions as a key ingredient to your travel look. Some backpacks can even be worn multiple ways so you get a bag that's 2-in-1. No matter your style, we've rounded up the best small backpacks to travel with. 01 of 10 Madewell Mini Lorimer Backpack Courtesy of Madewell The worn-in look of this cognanc leather mini backpack from Madewell gives it a distinctively vintage look. It's also available in black. To buy: madewell.com, $158 02 of 10 Herschel Supply Co. Mini Nova Backpack Courtesy of Nordstrom Herschel's classic style, minimized. To buy: nordstrom.com, $50 (originally $55) 03 of 10 Longchamp Le Pliage Backpack Courtesy of Nordstrom Always a crowd-favorite, Longchamp's nylon backpack is durable and water-resistant. The best part? When you're done using it, you can fold it up and store it in your suitcase. To buy: nordstrom.com, $125 04 of 10 Tumi Serra Mini Convertible Backpack Courtesy of Tumi For the classic traveler who's looking for a sized-down version of their favorite backpack, Tumi's Serra Mini Convertible Backpack has everything you'll need. To buy: tumi.com, $295 05 of 10 Cole Haan Grand Ambition Mini Backpack Courtesy of Cole Haan Travel in style with this chic leather backpack with gold-tone hardware. Plus, interior and exterior pockets make it easier than ever to stay organized. To buy: colehaan.com, $100 (originally $287) 06 of 10 Mifland Bedford Bag Courtesy of Mifland This stylish, structured backpack is a miniature version of the brand's signature bag. It has adjustable straps that allow you to carry it as a traditional backpack, as well as a crossbody and shoulder bag. To buy: mifland.com, $290 07 of 10 Fjällräven Mini Kånken Water Resistant Backpack Courtesy of Nordstrom The mini version of Fjällräven's customer-loved backpack has just enough room for the essentials. It's also made from durable, water resistant material, making it perfect for travel. To buy: nordstrom.com, $70 08 of 10 Matt & Nat BRAVEMINI Mini Backpack Courtesy of Matt & Nat This mini backpack from Matt & Nat is perfect if you're in the market for a vegan leather bag. It's available in five colors, including this chic muted purple with industrial metal hardware. To buy: mattandnat.com, from $94 (originally $125) 09 of 10 Coach Parker Convertible Backpack Courtesy of Coach Like several other of our favorite mini backpacks, this bag is impressively versatile, since you can also wear it as a crossbody and shoulder bag. To buy: coach.com, $198 (originally $395) 10 of 10 MZ Wallace Small Crosby Backpack Courtesy of MZ Wallace This backpack may be small, but with details like a phone pocket and key ring strap, you'll have no problem finding room for all your essentials. To buy: mzwallace.com, $345 Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week. Updated by Madeline Diamond Madeline Diamond Twitter Madeline Diamond is an associate ecommerce editor at Dotdash Meredith, where she primarily works on the Travel + Leisure brand. She writes about all things travel gear, including everything from the best suitcases to the most comfortable travel clothing. learn more Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit