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There’s a new trend circulating on TikTok: “What’s in my Hermès Bride-a-Brac,” which, for context, is the French house’s signature cosmetics case. “So, what’s in the bag?” you may ask. Surprisingly, not very many cosmetics. Instead, a wallet (likely designer), sunglasses (also designer), a set of keys and, perhaps, a lip gloss — or four. The point? As luxury prices surge, customers are buying beauty pouches that double as handbags — a dual-purpose dopp kit, if you will.
Whether or not that’s your M.O. is neither here nor there; the moral of the story is this: Travel vanity cases have gotten especially chic, and therefore, exceptionally versatile. From Pucci and Gucci to Bottega and beyond, here are 11 toiletry bags that, if you so choose (or your overstuffed suitcase necessitates) will happily moonlight as designer clutches.
“Pucci summer” this, “Pucci summer” that. Let’s be clear: Pucci has always been “that girl.” Finished with a logo plaque and fish-shaped zip pull, this cosmetic case‘s all-over print means, like all Pucci pieces, no two are exactly the same.
Gucci Ophidia Small Cosmetic Case
A similar silhouette, just on a larger scale, Gucci’s Ophidia Cosmetic Case dons all the house’s heritage motifs: the red and green Web stripe, the Double G emblem and monogram-covered exterior.
Saint Laurent Large Cassandre Leather Cosmetics Bag
Customers aren’t pivoting from purses to toiletry bags purely based on value. After all, Saint Laurent’s quilted leather pouch is creeping up on a cool $1,000. Rather, they’re a smart way to save space in an otherwise jam-packed suitcase. Load up your beauty staples, check in to the hotel, unpack your products, then let the YSL double as your evening clutch. When it comes to wearability, Saint Laurent’s cosmetics case is as versatile as it gets.
Mulberry Darley Shiny Croc Embossed Leather Cosmetics Pouch
Finished with a signature Postman’s Lock, this rendition of Mulberry’s Darley Cosmetics Pouch is crafted from shiny croc-embossed Italian leather. Other varieties include classic grain, quilted Napa, patent and ostrich-embossed leather, each offered in a range of sizes.
Aspinal of London Classic Toiletry Bag
Aspinal of London’s handmade leather goods are as well-crafted as it gets. And at just shy of $250, the British designer’s Classic Toiletry Bag is a top gift for sophisticated jet-setters.
Dolce & Gabbana Comfort Kit
Come for the pouch, stay for the slippers. Available in four statement prints, D&G’s Comfort Kit is the ultimate splurge-worthy travel companion.
Burberry Small Check Travel Pouch
Turn to the timeless Burberry Check for a subtler take on a patterned pouch.
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Small Beauty Pouch
Unlike other designers, Bottega tends to style its Small Beauty Pouch as an actual clutch. Regardless, the piece is undeniably versatile — suitable as a jewelry holder, organizational pouch, cosmetics case or other.
Milaner The Kelly Woven Travel Case
Keeping on the woven wave, Milaner’s travel case is handmade in Italy from 100 percent lambskin Nappa leather with washable fabric lining — posh and practical.
Celine Medium Cosmetic Pouch
Crafted from Triomphe canvas and calfskin leather, this Celine Cosmetic Pouch is available in two colorways and three sizes.
It’s only right to round out our list where we began. Available in two sizes and a whole slew of colorways, the Bride-a-Brac features a functional handle for hanging on a bathroom hook or, should you wear it to dinner, over the crook of your arm.
This story appears in The Hollywood Reporter’s 2026 Travel Issue. Click here to read more.
