A men’s wash bag - also known as a toiletry bag - is a must-have for the well-kept male on the Meant for storing all your grooming essentials in one convenient place.
Every self-respecting man needs one in his life - a toiletry bag will ensure you’re ready to rush off to the next adventure. Even better, the ladies will find you irresistibly put together. If you’re a man’s man who worries about being associated with toiletries, don’t worry - a men’s leather wash bag will help you maintain your rugged style. Ranging from luxury wash bags by high-end designers à la Bond Street to understated canvas ones in the sale section, gents wash bags can be found all over the UK. Some companies carry pre-stocked bags that - women, take note - make perfect gift sets for men, other brands specialise in leather toiletry bags for men. Not sure which one to pick? We recommend Woodland Leather, click here to view all products.
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How to Choose The Best Men’s Wash Bag
So now that you know how indispensable a wash bag is, how do you set about choosing one?Depending on your personal taste, there are different style, and fabric options - canvas, various leathers, polyester and tweed all make appearances in the men’s toiletry bag department.
You also need to take into consideration factors like how many compartments you’ll want. If you’re a loosely organised, one-size-fits-all bloke, you’ll find your calling in a bag with one undivided compartment, but if you prefer to know exactly where you kept your beard oil, you’ll lay your loyalties in a bag with many inside and outside pockets.
What type of fastenings you prefer to keep everything secure is also an important decision - zips make for an efficient grooming sesh, while buttons emanate refined and polished vibes. If you want to be able to see your products before reaching for them, netted pockets will do the trick, but you also can opt for a rollout bag with compartments made of clear, waterproof material.
Lastly, there are many utilitarian considerations to keep in mind: how wide the bag opens, how sturdy it is, how easy it is to carry and store, and how spacious it is are all factors that contribute to its usability level.
Laid back chaps who rely only on a few trusted grooming products can get away with a delicate pouch that only opens from the top, but men who are going for a sharp, refined, or high maintenance style will value a sturdy bag that opens on three sides and doubles as a carry-on. Whatever your preference, we’ll help you make a well-informed decision about which bag is right for you.
Types & Styles of Toiletry Bags
There are a surprising variety of styles for such a basic essential, so you are guaranteed to find a wash bag that reflects your personality.Are you a logo-bearer, preferring to stick with trusted brands, do you like to go loud and bold with images and patterns, or are you a soft-spoken gent opting for an understated style?
These are considerations to make when choosing a bag. If you’re a super chill dude, you might want a plain canvas bag, but if you’re riding the hipster wave, you’ll probably opt for a vintage style. Of course, the poshest selections are available in the form of fine leather for those after the luxe lifestyle, but other types of leather bags can achieve simple or just-back-from-the-mountains looks.
Aside from style, organisational preferences will make themselves known when settling on a bag: some come with what seems like a pocket for every product, while others are geared towards fellas who prefer one large compartment to dig through.
Wading through all your options will take enough time for even the most clean-shaven man to grow a five o’clock shadow, so here, we’ll give a brief run through of all your choices before the earliest signs of stubble have time to appear.
Waterproof
Prone to spills, or simply prefer to bring your wash bag into the shower? A waterproof toiletry bag is ideal for the adventurer who wants the convenience of bringing his toiletries into the bath without worrying about damage.Waterproof material is also desirable for travel: we all have experienced opening our suitcase after a flight to find a shower gel mess all over our clothes, even though we know the cap was on tight. This material cleans up almost as well as you do, ensuring that your spills cost you nothing.
Vinyl, nylon, and laminated fabric all ensure liquid-friendly bags, and after a quick wipe-down, the only sign of spills that you’ll see is the emptiness of just-full bottles. Many designers choose to only waterproof the insides of their wash bags, opening up other options if your bag will never see the shower but you still want spill insurance.
Hanging
The hanging wash bag is designed to - you guessed it - hang from a doorknob and unfurl all of its glorious compartments at you. This style is perfect for organised men who prefer to see their options and thus easily access them without having to dive into a sea of products.If you lean towards just a few essentials, you can stick with a small, search-friendly pouch - but if you have a heavy portfolio of bathroom products, a hanging wash bag saves as much time as it does scrubby face. Most hanging bags can also roll up if you need to make a trip.
This is also a perfect fit for someone who shares his bathroom with someone else; who wants a flatmate or partner that leaves just enough space on the bathroom counter for your toothbrush? A hanging toiletry bag will confine all your products to one area and keep your bathroom mate almost as happy it keeps you.
Vintage
Hipsters, consider a vintage toiletry bag to be the mini-me of your much-loved man bag. If you’re looking to stand out in the men’s shower room of your local yoga studio, let this style of bag to do the talking.
Of course, you can rummage around your grandfather’s wardrobe in the hopes of finding a wash bag either sturdy or unused enough to stand the test of decades, but you can also buy new toiletry bags in retro colours like mustard and teal.
You can also opt for a bag with an old advert, a faded world map, or a bold pattern to achieve this eras-gone-by feel. If you want to showcase this style, it is best to invest in a classic pouch or tote, as hanging bags are more geared towards utility than fashion.
Canvas is particularly vintage-friendly, but vinyl and tweed make for great “fashionably outdated” options as well.
Leather
If you gravitate towards polish and luxury, a leather toiletry bag is for you. Rugged and masculine but still classy, this bag embodies taste. But don’t stop there: depending on your particular style, certain types of leather may be better suited to your choice of wash bag.
If you’re more of a high-end gent, opt for the fine Italian leather, but if you want a more simple, laid-back vibe, a pebble grain or rustic leather should deliver. The soft leather will give your bag a gorgeous worn-in look, and you also can play with various shades of beige, brown, black, and - if you want to channel your inner trendsetter - even colours.
If you’re not ready to dive all in, leather extras such as tabs, pulls, and handles are widely available on toiletry bags made of canvas and other fabrics.
Just make sure your bag has a waterproof liner and sealed toiletries: we don’t want spills in contact with that gorgeous leather!
Perfectly Sized Wash & Toiletry Bag
Finding a bag that is the perfect size and shape for your lifestyle is a big win and will make your grooming routine a pleasure! Important factors to consider when choosing a bag size are the time and intensity you invest in your self-care as well as the level of mobility you anticipate to have while using it.
For example, if you can’t live without a routine as high maintenance as your girlfriend’s, consider the extra large wash bag. Never heard of deodorant? Stick with a small bag (and buy deodorant).
If you hardly ever fly or camp, you might want a large hanging bag to make a permanent home on your bathroom door. For men who travel quite a bit, the size of your itinerant wash bag might vary from your “home” bag. If you’re backpacking across the Alps, you’ll go light, but if you have regular work trips with paid for luggage? Invest in a medium or large wash bag and say goodbye to your days of leaving your argan hair oil at home.
Whatever your needs, there is a toiletry bag with the ideal size and shape for your lifestyle. We’ll run through the options, as well as their pros and cons, so you can settle on a suitable choice.
Small
What it’s ideal for - If you’re an easy going fella, perhaps your grooming routine is as easy going as you are?
Well, with a small toiletry bag - you have just enough room for the essentials! Hardly larger than a pencil pouch, the classic zip-up bag is easily transportable and allows you to find what you’re looking for without resorting to excavation techniques.
This is also ideal for a chap embarking on an overnight trip without much luggage or a university student who does not have a developed grooming routine but still practises cleanliness.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Sleek
- Easy to travel with
Cons
- Doesn’t hold much
- Easily lost in your suitcase
- Likely has one undivided compartment
Medium
What it’s ideal for - If you’re a respectable gent that likes to be fresh, but not too high maintenance, a medium bag will snugly hold all your toiletries while still promoting spaciousness on your counter or in your rucksack.
Perfect for a romantic weekend escapade or a short camping trip with the guys, this size bag is ideal as a zip-up and promises to keep you well prepared but not over-packed.
Pros
- Has a few pockets
- Carries all your essentials
- Still small enough that your girlfriend can’t fit her extra toiletries inside
Cons
- Takes up half the room in your rucksack or suitcase
- If it’s just right for travel, it might be too small for your home grooming routine
- Your girlfriend might get mad that she can’t fit her extra toiletries inside
Large
What it’s ideal for - Ideal as a hanging bag at home or as a zip-up for a strategic work trip, large toiletry bags allow you to carry your essentials and then some.
With their tendency towards spaciousness, they invite you to explore luxe items while still relying on your staples.
This size bag usually contains a zip that allows it to open widely, making the many different external and internal compartments easily accessible.
Pros
- Has many compartments
- Easy to carry and hang as a solo bag
- You won’t need to resort to the hotel samples
Cons
- Everyone who forgot their toiletries will rely on yours
- Roll up hanging bags might require you to remove products during transport
- Heavy
Extra Large
What it’s ideal for - This is ideal for the super prepared, the high maintenance fashionista, and the travel Instagrammer.
No need to fret over squeezing in your Gold Bond, Q-tips, multiple first aid kits, supplements, beard oil, and 3 blade cartridge razor - they all fit in this toiletry bag with room to spare.
These types of bags are best in the shape of a rucksack, a briefcase with a handle or strap, or a travel tote with two poppers.
Pros
- Fits everything
- You can use this for multiple people if you’re a parent or consolidating bags for a twosome trip
- Don’t need to worry about fitting it into another bag
Cons
- Holds so many products in so many places that you might forget where you put something particular
- Cumbersome
- Although sturdy, as stand-alone bags they’re more susceptible to wear and tear
Overview
No trip to the bathroom would be complete without your trusty men’s wash bag. We have a style for everyone in our designer bathroom bag range.
The one thing they all have in common is that they are all made of exceptionally high-quality materials, the leather, the zips, the thread, the lining, we have thought of absolutely everything. If it isn’t the best, we’re not putting it in our collection.
These styles would grace anyone’s bathroom.
Whether you need a folding style or pouch, these are more than just an accessory. We know that what you use on a daily basis is part of your lifestyle, part of your identity.