Customer Reviews Vera Bradley Performance Twill Lay Flat Convertible Backpack Duffel Bag Travel

What a perfect backpack for traveling. So many compartments for all your stuff. Keeps everything in place. Buy it you won't regret it!

Love this bag.

Love almost everything about it! Wish it had sturdier not-plastic clips that attach the backpack straps to the bag at the bottom. I left a full video review on YouTube that shows a more clear view of how that divided front zip pocket looks when opened. Super practical bag. Shockingly large capacity for the size. Details like shifting the front section's zip pocket direction so that the pockets would be uptight when using it as a duffle show that they really put a lot of thought into the functionality of the bag. Fits two medium standard sized packing cubes in the larger interior section.

This sleek backpack is very spacious inside, expands to hold a lot! Lots of zippered pockets and VB signature fabric lining. Love it

Absolutely love this bag, so many pockets and storage areas. I was able to fit a weeks work of clothes and all my work essentials.

Excellent, I love the compartments, and I would love it even more if there were a bottle holder on the side

I travelled in Europe for 3 weeks with this and a carry on bag. Loved the organization of this backpack, but there were definitely pros and cons. It's a great option to have when you want to go carry on only and need to maximize space for clothes. It will fit under the airplane seat on long haul domestic and international flights but NOT on commuter flights or budget airline flights. If you are flying between countries in Europe it's too big when fully packed. I checked it through on my way home and it was fine. Pros: luggage opening and pockets are great for organization. Love the optional strap. You can fit a lot of clothes in this bag. The trolley strap is well done. Cons: the small organization pockets zip down the sides. You can store extra items outside the mesh but they will fall out if you aren't careful. It should come with carabiners for holding the zippers together (I added them) especially if you need to check it. The backpacks straps are on the small side but fine for getting through the airport. There isn't a great stash pocket for your passport in the airport or for reaching necessary items during your flight if you store it under the seat. I liked the bag, but for most trips I will travel with a smaller backpack or a tote ag.

Could use pockets for cups on the sides

I will say first that I have not use my bag yet! It is beautiful though, the quilted look is so very nice, the color in my opinion makes all the difference in the look of the bag. I purchased for an up coming trip that I have in the fall. I saw in online and purchased early so that I would not forget where I saw it. The bag does have plenty of compartments . It also has a strap to carry on your shoulder if you would like. When I use it I will give more details on how much I can pack into it. Just looking at the bag I really like it. I have to put it to use now.

This was exactly what I was expecting. Great for short trips and airlines with extreme restrictions. Love the print

I have just got done packing this backpack. I am can't believe that I got so much in here. Really happy .

Love this bag! Holds so much!

Lots to like about this bag, which seems to be the only clamshell convertible backpack with two compartments. When fully packed however, it is a comically large backpack that makes the wearer look like a turtle and that would never pass for a personal item on an airplane. I'm keeping the bag because of the unique features but it has a number of quirky design flaws in addition to the size issue - not sure what utility this really has for me since if I'm traveling out of a carry-on size bag, I might as well use a full size carryon suitcase and pack a less annoying day pack.

Roomy bag especially if you are younger than I am. It's like a suitcase on your back. Problem is I'm 73 and it's too heavy for my back!

I like it, but didn't know what to expect. It's functional, but note great looking in design.

I just received my backpack today and size and appearance is what I expected. Although the idea that went into creating this backpack/duffle bag is great, I have mixed feelings about it. I like that it comes with plenty of compartments and even hidden pocket within the middle section of the backpack. I also like the interior print and feel of the exterior quilted fabric. While examining it though, I noticed it didnt include key lanyard as advertised. Also I have concerns regarding the plastic clip which holds the straps together (I wish it was made of metal or something more sturdy). I feel overtime use and weight of items being carried, the plastic might crack.

I do not like the pattern in person.

I think it's a great bag but it's way too heavy empty. I can only imagine how heavy it will be fully packed.

I will be returning this because it doesn't fit my needs.