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If you’ve been putting off investing in new luggage for a while—opting to carry around a suitcase that’s on its last leg or a duffel bag that refuses to zip all the way—consider this a sign that it’s officially time to upgrade your travel gear. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is here, and there are tons of deals to snag on best-selling suitcases, weekender bags, totes, and more travel essentials.
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is open to the public through August 3, but there’s no guarantee that the best luggage deals will stick around that long. So we did the prep work for you, combing through the pages to find on-sale products that receive our editors' stamp of approval. Whether you’ve been searching for a do-it-all two-piece suitcase set or a backpack you can bring to Europe this fall, we've got you covered with the very best items to scoop up from the Nordstrom luggage sale section.
Below, discover top deals on suitcases, backpacks, handbags, and more from brands we love— Away, Béis, Tumi, and Samsonite included.
Carry-ons and checked bags
Over the course of its lifetime, a suitcase will face all sorts of wear and tear, from bumping along cobblestone streets and going up and down flights of stairs to the inevitable scratches and dents it may get as it's transported to baggage claim. That said, anyone who travels on a regular basis should make it a point to invest in quality checked bags and carry-on suitcases—otherwise, you may end up in a frustrating situation with a missing wheel or a cracked shell.
Traveler editors have flown around the world and back, several times over, with suitcases from brands like Tumi, Away, Béis, Samonsite, and Travelpro—and several of their go-to styles are marked down in this year's Nordstrom Anniversary Saale. You can save even more by going with a cost-effective luggage set, like this three-piece set from Travelpro or this carry-on and checked bag combo from Samsonite.
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Duffel bags
Not all trips require a bulky suitcase—sometimes, all you need is a roomy, easy-to-carry duffel bag. Maison de Sabrré's incredibly chic leather style is the perfect option for a long weekend out in the Hamptons, while Backcountry's 105-liter duffel will do the trick for a quick camping trip in the Adirondacks. If you’d rather have a travel duffel that can also double as a gym bag, go with the Herschel Supply Co. Novel duffel bag or the Béis Commuter bag; the latter even has a padded laptop pocket that fits most 15-inch devices.
Backpacks
It should come as no surprise that many travelers have an affinity for backpacks. They allow you to roam through the airport, navigate a new city, and check into a hotel without ever having to set down your belongings. Plus, a backpack is useful even when you’re not on the road, functioning as a grocery bag, commuter bag, or carry-all to the coffee shop.
The best travel backpacks are ones that balance function and fashion (like the sleek Tumi style below that comes with several organizational features); we gathered several options that fit the bill below.
Tote bags
A classic, high-quality tote bag is a travel staple. If you manage to find one that’s roomy, stylish, and strong enough to hold your essentials (your laptop, chargers, wallet, a small toiletry bag, etc.), you can regularly use it as a personal item on the plane. Even better if it’s designed with a top zip closure, alleviating any worries that your valuables will come spilling out under the seat when the plane takes off and lands. We’re particularly obsessed with the Veronica Beard Grand Goody leather tote.
Crossbody bags
When you’re checking off museum after museum, historic site after must-see sculpture—all while figuring out a new city's form of public transportation—you don’t want to be toting around a bag that you keep having to transfer from shoulder to shoulder. Instead, go with a crossbody bag, preferably one that’s large enough for your phone, wallet, and a few other essentials (like sunscreen, lip balm, and a small film camera). To keep your cost-per-wear down, choose a versatile style, like this AllSaints leather crossbody.
Handbags
Want something slightly bigger than a crossbody but just as useful? Any one of these discounted handbags from brands like Coach or Teddy Blake will come in handy the next time you’re running out of your hotel room on the way to a famous Paris restaurant you’ve always wanted to try. A few of them double as crossbody bags, too.
This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
