This Machine-Washable Travel Bag Belongs at the Top of Everyone’s Wishlist (It Weighs Only 13 Ounces!)

My ideal everyday bag has room for everything I actually need, plus the extras I inevitably throw in before leaving the house: a sweater, a book, a snack, another snack. But a roomy tote loses some of its appeal when the bag itself feels heavy before I’ve put anything inside. (Real schleppers know the shoulder pain that comes with carrying everything you own!)

That’s exactly what caught my attention about Dagne Dover’s new Super Soft Large Tote. The carryall weighs just 13 ounces, with a relaxed silhouette that looks easy to throw over your shoulder for work, errands, or a weekend away. And the lightweight design comes with some particularly useful details, including adjustable sides, a phone slip pocket, exterior keychain loop, and (possibly best of all) a built-in pouch that the entire bag packs into. Keep scrolling to read why I think this bag belongs on every gift wish list.

Part of Dagne Dover’s new Super Soft collection, the $155 Large Tote is a machine-washable carryall made with recycled materials. Its soft, unstructured design gives it a slouchy look, while elastic side cording lets you adjust its shape and capacity. Leave the sides expanded when you’re hauling extra clothes or bringing home a few purchases, then cinch them for a more gathered silhouette when you’re traveling lighter. The collection’s new colors include Lapis, a saturated blue; Fuchsia, a vibrant pink; and Trench, an earthy taupe brown.

Inside, the bag offers a generous 44-liter capacity, along with an interior slip pocket and a detachable key leash to help keep small essentials within reach. An exterior phone pocket saves you from digging through the main compartment, and a zip-top closure keeps everything contained. There’s also a luggage sleeve that slips over your suitcase handle — a welcome detail when you’re navigating an airport with more than one bag.

The ability to pack the tote into its own pouch might be its cleverest feature after that 13-ounce weight. You can tuck it into your suitcase for the trip home when your packing somehow takes up more room, or store it between uses without dedicating an entire shelf to another bulky bag. For anyone short on closet space, a roomy carryall that folds away earns extra points.

And because it’s machine-washable, you don’t have to be quite so precious about putting it to work. A bag this versatile should be able to handle frequent use, whether that means carrying gym clothes, weekend essentials, or everything you picked up during an afternoon out. At $155, it’s an investment, but the combination of everyday capacity, travel-friendly features, and easy storage gives it plenty of opportunities to earn its keep.

Buy: Dagne Dover Super Soft Large Tote