I rarely buy bags, but I can see why countless celebrities love this 3-in-1 high street style

Dune's Deliberate bag is an everyday bag, a clutch and an overnight bag

Two images of Dune XL Deliberate bag
(Image credit: Caroline Parr / Dune London)

Shoes have always excited me more than handbags. I think it's because a long time ago, I decided that one day I'd like to own a Chanel bag, and anything else just didn't match up in the meantime (I'm still saving up).

I recently had to admit, though, that carrying my laptop around in a tote bag wasn't ideal. I needed a roomy shoulder bag that can fit everything I need for busy days, which is often a lot.

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Katie Holmes is seen on her way to the theatre in jeans and a Dune London bag on October 10, 2024 in New York City

Katie Holmes carrying the Dune Deliberate XL bag

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The chunky strap on the shoulder is really comfortable, and doesn't dig in, despite me filling the bag with lots of heavy stuff. The dimensions are 38cm x 50cm x 10cm, and I definitely think you could get away with fitting everything you need for a weekend away. It's available in several different colours, and fastens with a popper to keep the contents secure.

Celebrity-approved bags almost always come with a designer price tag, so I'm really impressed by how affordable this design is. It feels really luxurious, plus the woven bag trend is set to stick around for a long time, so it's well worth the money. You also get free standard delivery and free returns within 28 days, so you've got nothing to lose.

Two images of Caroline Parr packing for a night away

The Deliberate XL has plenty of room for pyjamas, a wash bag and a change of outfit

(Image credit: Caroline Parr)

You'd think a bag big enough to carry enough clothes for a trip away would feel bulky, but it absolutely doesn't. I carry this slouchy style with me even when I only need to take my purse, keys and phone out with me. It's lightweight and doesn't get in the way at all, even though I'm normally more used to petite crossbody bags.

Two images of the Dune London XL Deliberate bag

(Image credit: Dune London/Caroline Parr)

The two little detachable bags inside are really handy - not only do they help organise what you're carrying, saving you digging around in this ludicrously capacious bag for your keys when you get home, but you can also use both as chic little clutches.

The only tiny drawback I can find to this bag is that the snap fastening is sometimes a little tough to do, but that's me being very picky. Overall, it's well worth the price for a Bottega Veneta-esque woven bag that holds everything you need, whether you've got a busy day at work followed by a trip to the gym, or you're staying overnight somewhere.

I'm not the only fan, either, as this bag has got some very positive customer reviews. One wrote: "Feels really sturdy which is great as it’s a big bag I’m using it to carry a lot, including a laptop... Love this bag!!!" while another said: "Fits all my lunch, work laptop and gym stuff in with spare space" and a third called it "Large but lightweight -perfect!".

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Caroline Parr
Fashion Ecommerce Editor

Caroline is Fashion Ecommerce Editor for woman&home.com, and has been a fashion writer and editor for almost twelve years.

Since graduating from the London College of Fashion, she has spent more than a decade tracking down and writing about celebrity outfits, covering events ranging from the Met Gala to the King’s Coronation.

She has an encyclopaedic knowledge of brands, but always likes to know about new and under-the-radar labels.

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