Backpack 04

Works on both spirit (first photo) & frontier (all the other photos) airlines as a personal item!!!I packed for a 3 night cruise only using a personal item & a Fanny pack with no issue or added luggage fees. And I think this + a Fanny pack or size bag is ideal for any weekend / short trip.And I fit things like makeup, medicine, extra tote bags, an extra outfit, protein bars & a wig for a themed night in this puppy.Only thing is the shoe bag takes up precious space in the middle so it’s not the ideal to really fit a pair of shoes in here if you plan on using this as your only bag while tracking for a few days. I wish there was an option for the shoe bag to like hang out the bottom since some airlines have a little wiggle room when it comes to the length of this bag.If you are between the standard size and the slightly larger one… I would go with the standard one if you want a personal item that can be used on most airlines.The only thing is just make sure you have big pockets if you plan of using the two front pockets, since I had to empty mine most of the way to fit the bag size restrictions. It just try not to use the front pockets at all/sparingly. By front pockets I mean the vertical zipper on the top front of the backpack & the pouch on the bottom front of the backpack.As for comfort, it felt fine carrying this around. The little chest belt in the front actually can make a big difference in comfort as well!!When it comes to sturdiness, this bag was packed beyond the brim and help up. Seams appeared to be on the verge of popping but it held itself together gracefully. (This is bc I packed too many clothes lol).All the compartments were fabulous!! And the padding in the laptop sleeve is better then most cases so you can save space by just putting your laptop in there with out additional protection.It would be 6/5 stars if the bag had a water bottle sleeve on the side. But the bag is truly perfect for maximizing the space of your personal item.Overall it’s a must have for airline travel :)Disclaimer 1: I did have the straps and everything fit in flight on frontier, I just forgot to take the photo after I did that.Disclaimer 2: I have photos of it fitting both horizontally and vertically in the frontier flight under the seat. Tbh is recommend putting the bag vertically so you can slip your foot in for more leg room… but to each their ownDisclaimer 3: When I flew frontier (leaving the Miami airport) I was told at the self check in screen to speak to somebody since I did not purchase a bag… but I simply just used the digital boarding pass on my phone with out speaking to somebody & I had no issues with any personnel. So on frontier the people working had no issue or raised any questions using this bag as my personal item, however the system was trying to prompt me to buy a carry on item or check bag.P.S. for frequent sprit flyers the larger size of this bag may work since there is extra space in the length restrictions in that airline :)

This backpack is perfect in general but especially for budget airlines, it fits in their little size checker no problem as long as you don’t overpack it. It’s super well-made, feels durable, and has a really nice layout with good compartments. The laptop pocket is padded well and feels secure, which I appreciate for travel days.Honestly feels like a premium backpack but at a very affordable price. A friend recommended it to me, and now I recommend it to all my friends who travel a lot. Great buy.

This is a game changer for traveling. I am anxious to try this coming July, when I fly on my upcoming trip. I love the vac seal option to be able to bring more clothes with me. I find the whole backpack roomy and enough compartments to handle what I need. Hopefully I will remember to update this review when I get back.

The media could not be loaded. Bought this for a 10 day trip to Italy. You can pack so much into it, and fits right into my luggage. This fit a pair of sneakers, all of my makeup bags, a large sweater, my purse, all my chargers, umbrella, water bottle, kindle, and more ins and outs. The back pocket was easy and safe access for passport and documents. Amazing must have to travel!

The bag seems sturdy and well made. The color (F-green) is true to the photos and the measurements are fairly accurate. The bag weighs about 2 pounds and after testing out the capacity, I found that I was able to fit 2 pairs of jeans, 3 sweaters and 1 pair of sneakers (in the shoe compartment). The zippers all line up and move smoothly. The biggest criticism I have for this bag so far is how it was packed (seems by the manufacturer). The bag was folded in half such that the back panel was bent inward. (It was folded length wise such that the outward side of the bag was visible and the back panel/straps were concealed.) I did read one or two reviews that mentioned this issue before I purchased the bag, but I thought maybe it was an Amazon packing issue. It doesn’t appear to be. Because the manufacturer’s plastic bag was sealed and taped with the bag folded in half, I do think it is the manuafcturer’s error to have packaged it that way. It’s not a dealbreaker per se, but it is rather dumb because it has left the back panel dented. I tried to remedy this by folding the bag in the opposite way to undo the denting. It helped a bit but I could still see the bag wanting to fold when it was empty and I held it by the top handle. Right now, I have filled the back laptop compartment (which is directly sitting against the dented panel) with two large, hardcover art books and have laid the bag flat on the ground for 24 hours to try to undo the dent. Seems to have helped a bit so I’ll keep it flat for another 24-48 hours. I have yet to use it for a real travel/trip need so I can’t say yet how it holds up in action. For the price, I’d say it’s a good deal. But again, this is all based on my initial assessment of the bag materials/construction. *Update: the denting didn’t go away, which I could have lived with. But after testing it out a few times (filled bag and worn on my back), I decided the straps were too wide and didn’t sit comfortably on my body. They dug a bit into my arm/underarm area (the area where bra cups/seams would lay flat on a woman’s body). I ended up returning the bag.*

I can fit everything I need for a long trip.

Favorite bag. Especially for air travel. Fits into the Spirit airline carry on size. So don’t have to pay extra. Fits so much. Great quality. So many pockets, favorite is the separate pocket for shoes. It looks cute too. Can easily fir 3-4 outfits + a pair of shoes + my makeup and other toiletries easily.

This color gets dirty really quickly, but that’s just something you need to prepare for I absolutely love this book bag. It comes with me every time I travel.