Ivy Weekender: What Fits Inside for a Weekend Trip

Quick answer

The Ivy Weekender fits 3–4 days of clothing, a pair of shoes, toiletries, and accessories thanks to its expandable design and inward-expanding side pockets. Follow these steps to pack efficiently without overstuffing.

How to pack the Ivy Weekender for a weekend trip

1. Step 1: Use packing cubes to organize clothing: Roll or fold shirts, pants, and underwear into packing cubes. Two medium cubes fit neatly in the main compartment. This keeps clothes compressed and easy to pull out without unpacking everything. Common mistake: overfilling cubes. Leave a little room so the bag's expandable zipper isn't forced open.
2. Step 2: Place shoes in the inward-expanding side pockets: Each side zip pocket expands inward, creating a dedicated shoe compartment. Slide one pair of sneakers or flats into each pocket. The inward expansion doesn't eat into the main compartment's space. Checkpoint: wipe shoe soles clean before packing to avoid transferring dirt to the nylon lining.
3. Step 3: Pack toiletries in a leak-proof pouch: Use a small transparent toiletry bag for liquids and creams. Tuck it into one of the side pockets after shoes are loaded, or place it on top of the packing cubes in the main compartment for easy access during security checks. Common mistake: packing a full-size bottle. Stick to TSA-friendly 3.4 oz containers to save space and avoid leaks.
4. Step 4: Layer a jacket or sweater on top: Fold a lightweight jacket or sweater and lay it flat over the packing cubes. This fills the top of the bag and prevents smaller items from shifting during travel. Checkpoint: if the bag feels too full, use the expandable luggage passthrough to slide it over your suitcase handle instead of overstuffing.
5. Step 5: Secure small accessories in the interior zip pocket: Store phone charger, earbuds, sunglasses, and a wallet in the interior zip pocket. This keeps essentials accessible without digging through the main compartment. Common mistake: leaving the pocket empty. Use it to avoid losing small items at the bottom of the bag.

Product facts

• Ivy Weekender | Wine Nylon/Gold: Designed for longer trips and weekend getaways, the Ivy Weekender is a perfectly oversized, expandable, and lightweight bag. It features inward-expanding side zip pockets for shoes and laundry. You can separate dirty shoes or laundry from clean clothes without using extra bags, saving space and keeping your gear organized.

  

• Ivy Weekender | Black Nylon/Gunmetal: Crafted with a luxurious black Italian nylon with classic black semi-veg tanned leather accents and gunmetal hardware. Water-resistant nylon helps protect contents from light rain. The water-resistant nylon adds peace of mind during unpredictable weather, so you don't have to worry about a sudden shower ruining your belongings.