5 Best Tote Bags for Travel

​Let’s be honest – when you’re travelling, your tote bag becomes your best mate. It holds your passport, your snacks, your noise-cancelling headphones, and somehow also that random souvenir you swore you didn’t need. But not just any tote will do. You want something stylish and practical – leather or tough enough to handle a trip, zipped so nothing escapes mid-flight, spacious but not monstrous, and comfy to lug around airports. Bonus points if it fits neatly under the seat on a plane.
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Here are five top tote bags that tick all the boxes – and yes, they’re all available to buy in Australia.

1. Oroton Emilia Large Tote
Price: ~A$629
Why it's great: Luxe pebble leather meets smart design. This tote features a secure centre zip closure, padded shoulder straps for comfort, handy front and back slider pockets, and a neat internal hanging pocket for organization. Sleek but practical, it fits a 15″ laptop and looks just as good in a café as it does on a plane.
Size: 35.5cm x 43cm x 17cm
Available at: oroton.com

2. Status Anxiety Last Mountains Bag
Price: ~$349.95
Why it's great: This 100% full-grain Italian leather tote is a cult favourite for a reason. It's big enough for your plane essentials, closes with a top zip, and includes internal compartments to keep things sorted. It has a super relaxed, slouchy look but handles the hustle of travel with ease.
Size: 39cm x 24cm x 14cm
Available at: statusanxiety.com.au

3. July Carry All Tote
Price: ~$195
Why it's great: From the legends behind the cult carry-on, this tote is built for travellers. It’s made from water-resistant nylon with leather accents, has a full zip, padded 16” laptop sleeve, and even a trolley sleeve for your suitcase handle. Plus, it looks like you have your life together.
Size: 46cm x 34cm x 18cm
Available at: july.com

4. Vestirsi Bella 2-In-1 Convertible Backpack Tote
Price: ~$349
Why it's great: If you're after something a little more versatile – the Bella allow you to switch from sleek tote to casual backpack by repositioning how you wear the straps. Made from Italian pebbled leather, with wide comfortable straps and a full zip closure plus 3 internal pockets to keep your belongings secure.
Size: 40cm x 36cm x 7cm
Available at: shopvestirsi.com

5. Oroton Margot Day Tote
Price: ~$679
Why it's great: Oroton is iconic for a reason and a personal favourite meaning that it hits this list twice! The Margot Day Tote is a modern travel essential. Crafted from soft yet structured pebbled leather, it’s roomy enough for your travel must-haves without being bulky. It has a secure zip closure, two internal slip pockets, a zip pocket, and a classy minimalist look that goes from airport to dinner without blinking.
Size: 35.5cm x 27cm x 14cm
Available at: oroton.com


A good tote bag isn’t just luggage – it’s your in-flight survival kit, your airport fashion statement, and your mobile command centre. Whether you’re after sleek leather or rugged water-resistant nylon, the five bags above will have you travelling in style and comfort and remember – always check the under-seat dimensions of your airline if you’re flying budget. Some of them are, frankly, rude.

Safe travels, and may your tote always be organised (or at least zipped shut).