You’ve just touched down in a new city—the air is thick with the scent of roasted coffee and hot pavement, the chatter of open-air markets hums in the distance, and the golden hour light makes even the taxi queue feel cinematic. Whether you’re jetting from Melbourne to Marrakesh or commuting from Fitzroy to the CBD, your travel gear should work with your flow, not against it. Enter Bellroy: the sleek Australian brand that’s earned cult status for crafting travel essentials that are as functional as they are beautiful.

We road-tested three of their standout pieces—the Transit Workpack, Venture Sling 9L, and Tech Kit—on a journey that went from tarmac to tapas bar, from urban grid to coastal trail. Each item delivered not just on convenience, but on that subtle, satisfying joy that comes from gear that just works. Think zips that glide like butter, compartments that know what you need before you do, and materials that feel like tailored outerwear for your tech.

Bellroy Transit Workpack

Best for: Airport lounges, back-alley noodle runs, and meetings that morph into weekend escapes.

From the moment you unzip it, the Transit Workpack feels like your entire travel routine just leveled up. It opens in a full clamshell, suitcase-style—no more frantic digging for chargers or that one travel-size toothpaste. The bronze Baida Nylon has the smooth matte finish of a bomber jacket, and it shrugs off light rain like a seasoned traveler brushes off delays.

Inside? A padded sleeve for your 16″ laptop, mesh pockets that whisper “organized elegance,” and just enough space for a rolled-up change of clothes and a toiletry kit (try Aesop’s Jet Set pack—citrus-forward and TSA-sized). It glides from plane cabin to coworking space without missing a beat.

You’ll Love the:

• Minimalist silhouette, maximum capability
• Perfect under-seat fit for flights
• Comfortable for all-day wear, thanks to padded straps
• Eco-friendly leather accents add subtle luxury
  

Worth noting: No dedicated external water bottle pocket—but this keeps the silhouette clean and slim.

Bellroy Venture Sling

Best for: Afternoon markets, city bikes, coastal hikes.

If the Transit Workpack is your home base, the Venture Sling is your nimble sidekick. This is the bag you grab when you’re off to explore—whether that’s sampling pork belly bao at a Taipei night market (sweet, sticky, and slightly smoky) or navigating Berlin’s street art alleys with a Leica Q2 in tow.

Its magic is in the expandable gusset: slim when you need to blend in, roomy when you’ve picked up a few too many curios from that vintage bookstore. Inside, there’s a spot for everything—passport, sunglasses (go polarized), lip balm, hand sanitizer, keys—and the magnetic strap clasp makes it feel like James Bond meets Muji.

You’ll Love the:

• Expands to fit a camera or compact rain jacket
• Durable, water-resistant fabric handles sudden weather shifts
• Sleek urban look meets tactical practicality
• Key loop saves your sanity
  

Heads up: The strap sits best over one shoulder depending on how you wear it—try both to find your match.

Bellroy Tech Kit

Best for: Taming the tech tangle in airport lounges or café corners.

Ah, the Tech Kit—an elegant solution to one of travel’s biggest headaches: cable chaos. This isn’t just a pouch; it’s a mobile workstation disguised as a design object. The structured body opens flat like a book, laying out every charger, dongle, SD card, and USB stick with the grace of a well-packed sushi bento (balanced, compartmentalized, easy on the eyes).

The slate Ribba Weave adds a refined texture, like a modern suit fabric spun into durable travel armor. It’s small enough to slip into the Workpack or Sling, but spacious enough to keep you charged and connected from Porto to Phuket.

You’ll Love the:

• Built-in loops and pockets for every tech essential
• Zips open flat for full visibility
• Premium material feels great and lasts long
• No more tangled cords or forgotten adapters
  

Room for improvement: Slightly more depth would help fit bulkier plugs or multi-port hubs.

Putting It All Together

Picture this: You’re at Melbourne Airport. Your Transit Workpack slides under the seat with your Venture Sling nested inside. Once you’re through security, you pull out the sling—loaded with just your essentials—and stroll into your gate like the organized traveler you’ve always aspired to be.

At your destination, your Tech Kit keeps your chargers and dongles neatly packed while you café-hop and remote work. Your camera is in the sling, your outfit change is in the Workpack, and your brain is blissfully unbothered.

Pro Travel Packing Tips

Transit Workpack (20L)

• Main Compartment: Packing cube (1–2 outfits), toiletry kit, snacks, Tech Kit
• Laptop Sleeve: 13–16” laptop, tablet, travel folder
• Internal Pockets: Passport, travel docs, umbrella, pens

Venture Sling (9L)

• Main Compartment: Wallet, phone, sunglasses, camera, foldable tote
• Internal Mesh: Keys, earbuds, sanitizer, face mask
• Quick Pocket: Metro card, hotel key, cash

Tech Kit

• Loops & Pockets: USB-C and Lightning cables, charger, SSD, dongles, SIMs

The Bellroy travel trio is like a finely tuned itinerary—purposeful, polished, and ready for anything. Whether you’re catching sunsets in Lisbon or syncing slides for a pitch in Singapore, these bags help you do it smarter, lighter, and with enviable style.