



If you’re on the hunt for a bag that’s both travel-friendly and budget-friendly, we know a hidden gem of a brand on Amazon you should check out.
Telena makes vegan leather bags that look stylish and vintage at an affordable price point, from crossbody purses to backpacks you can carry on to your flight. The bags are roomy and functional, too, with tons of pockets and thoughtful design (if you don’t have a toiletry bag that you can hang up to save space, you’re missing out). Best of all, the price points are all under $50.
Below, we’ve rounded up some of Telena’s bestsellers to show you a bit of everything the brand has to offer. This includes a lookalike for a viral belt bag, a sling bag with thousands of 5-star reviews, a water bottle holder for walks or hikes that can also keep your phone and keys safe, and so much more.
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One of their top-reviewed products, Telena's belt bag has drawn comparisons to the Lululemon Everywhere belt bag, which retails for $38 (more than double the price of the Telena). The bag's main compartment has three mesh slots to keep your essentials organized, and an extra back pocket with a zippered closure provides extra storage. The strap is adjustable and has a buckle for easy-on, easy-off. You can wear the bag as a fanny pack, crossbody or across the chest as a sling bag. You can get the bag in so many colors, with some available in a puffer material, too.
Promising review: "I bought this after I lost my other belt bag. This is truly a terrific bag that can be worn around the waist or cross body. It is great quality and the internal pockets help to organize small objects. Definitely has the same quality as the Lululemon bag!" — Philly buyer
Another popular option, this sling bag is made with vegan leather and can also be worn multiple ways, with reversible, adjustable straps. Whether you wear it across the chest or back, you can enjoy the storage this bag offers at just under 8 inches tall, with two main zip pockets, one inner zip pocket, a pocket with a magnetic buckle on the front and five card slots to hold your small essentials. The bag comes in 19 colorways.
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Promising review: "Originally bought this for travel but it's turned into my everyday purse! Perfect size to fit essentials like my passport and phone, plus the three compartments help keep everything organized. While my full wallet is too bulky, the built-in card holders work great.
Super comfy to wear and I love being hands-free. The adjustable strap makes it easy to wear however you like. Been using it daily for over a year now and it's still holding up perfectly - no wear and tear at all. Nice to never worry about forgetting something since everything has its place!" — Danielle L. Trieskey
Telena also offers a clear version of their sling bag that is perfect for concerts, sporting events and other situations where a clear bag is required or you have to go through security. This version is slightly smaller than its faux leather counterpart, and features two compartments: a zipper pocket and a slot pocket on the front. The strap is also adjustable, and you can wear this bag as a crossbody, sling, chest or shoulder bag. It comes in 15 colorways.
Made of high-quality vegan leather with gold hardware, this crossbody bag has been lauded by reviewers for how it's "not too big or small" and "goes with everything." That ideal size and style is in addition to an adjustable and removable strap with an intricate pattern and 10 pockets including zippered pockets and card slots to keep your things organized. The durable vegan leather is dirt- and water-resistant, and comes in 13 colors.
Keep your toiletries secure and organized with this waterproof toiletry bag. One of the main features is a hook, so you can hang the bag in the closet or from a towel rack to see all four compartments at once and save on precious hotel bathroom counter space. The four main compartments include two large mesh pockets for dry items, and two smaller waterproof bags for wet items. The mesh pockets also contain elastic straps to keep your shampoo and other bottles upright and avoid spills. The bag is water-resistant and the outside design is so sleek with an extra zippered pocket. This toiletry bag is available in four colors.
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Promising review: "I am someone who loves to pack a lot of makeup and full size shampoos when I travel! This fit everything plus more!!! I got the large and I was able to every single toilet tree, makeup, hair need in this bag. The material is amazing too. Looks very high end. My girlfriends thought it was BEIS which says a lot!!! Bougie on a budget!!!!" — BoyMom????
Say goodbye to the days of hunting through a disorganized product collection with this makeup bag, which features two main compartments separated by a zippered pocket, along with three elastic pockets on the sides. This way, your makeup, skin care, brushes and other beauty items can each have their own space without getting jumbled with other items. You can also use it for other toiletries or storage needs. The bag is made with water-resistant faux leather and has a top handle for easy transport. Get it in 10 colorways.
Promising review: "I passed up taking my hanging toiletry case to Europe due to space, and probably having nowhere to hang it in most bathrooms there...which turned out to be true. This thing is like a clown car!!! You can pack 5 times more stuff in it than it appears to be able to hold, and the departments are easy to access. Seems to be well made, too!! Love this so much!!! Would absolutely buy again." — Suzzette Cochran
The Telena travel backpack has a clamshell closure that can unzip all the way to make it open flat like a suitcase, similar to the slightly more expensive "suitcase in backpack form" our readers love from Target. The backpack, available in three colors, comes with a zippered shoe bag and a TSA-approved clear toiletry bag to keep items secure and separate.
You have tons of room to work with — four main compartments and 11 smaller pockets, to be exact — so you can store a 15.6-inch laptop and 11-inch iPad with ease. The bag will still meet most airlines' size requirements for a carry-on in the overhead bin or under the seat (just check your specific airline's measurements before you travel to be sure). The back is padded, the shoulder straps are adjustable, and the bag also has top and side handles, a chest buckle and a trolley strap to go over a suitcase. Grab it in three colorways.
If you prefer a slouchier or more relaxed design than the first crossbody bag we showed you, try this large capacity crossbody: It has eight pockets and is big enough to fit up to a 10.2-inch iPad. The bag is made with water-resistant faux leather, and the adjustable shoulder strap can turn it into a shoulder bag or handbag. The bag comes in five colorways.
How sophisticated does this vegan leather tote bag look? Available in eight colorways, the tote is water-resistant with a main zippered compartment, which can fit laptops under 13.5 inches, and two additional inner pockets. The tote has two classic handles, but if you find them to be tougher on your shoulder, you can also use the adjustable and removable shoulder strap, which can also transform this bag into a crossbody.
Whether you're going for a walk, exploring an amusement park, or taking a hike, this water bottle holder will come in handy when you need a water bottle on hand but want to keep your hands free. The bag can fit a 20- to 40-ounce water bottle (provided it doesn't have a side handle), and the drawstring top can keep it securely in place. You also won't need a separate bag to carry your phone, keys, cards and other essentials. Just use the front zippered pocket, which has four internal card slots and RFID blocking, or the two side pockets. The bag is water-resistant and has an adjustable strap so you can comfortably wear it as a crossbody. Get the bag in three colors.
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Promising review: "This bag is covinient, great quality material and very sporty and cute. You can wear it for hiking outdoors or amusement parks. You're able to carry several items that fit perfect. I have a Samsung ultra phone it fits perfect. Different size water bottles as specified fit inside. Highly recommend." — GM