Written by Larry Lomotey in Tips & Advice on the 28th September 2015

Weekend getaways, business trips and countryside retreats, the perfect holdall is an essential for any modern man. Sophisticated carryalls for short trips need to be spacious, fit all your essentials, and look super stylish. Here are my top 5 perfect weekend bags for the autumn 2015 season:

TUSTING - WAYFARER HOLDALL IN DONEGAL TWEED 

Tusting is a family firm based in the heart of the English countryside, with its roots deep in the English leather and shoe trade. The fifth generation of the family is now at the helm, following a long line of Tustings who have been tanning, grading and trading the world’s finest leathers for over 130 years. This holdall is a new lighter-weight option in their holdall range, made from 100% British woollen Tweed and trimmed with their soft and glossy Atlantic leather. The Tweed is bonded to a cotton base to give it the strength and resilience you would expect from any holdall. Perfect for weekend getaways be it a drive or a flight, these bags are made to last for the long haul.

MULBERRY - MEDIUM CLIPPER DAZZLE CAMO CANVAS 

The classic Medium Clipper is updated in a new camouflage print. Inspired by the original Dazzle Camouflage used on battleships during the World Wars, the print features a complex pattern of geometric shapes interrupting and intersecting each other. The fabric has then been treated with a water repellent coating for added protection. This medium sized holdall can be handheld, worn on the shoulder or across your body, and makes a great overnight or carry-on bag.

BURBERRY BRIT - KINGSWOOD NYLON WEEKEND BAG 

When your weekend getaways call for the sophistication and light-weight, the Burberry Brit's black nylon Kingswood bag will be the perfect weekend bag for you. The contrasting black leather trims and gun-metal hardware just work so well, and features a well-organised interior with four internal slip pockets, a separate laptop compartment and one zip pocket.

Y3 - NEOPRENE WEEKEND BAG 

Whether it's for a short break or overnight stay, Y-3's black neoprene weekend bag is the perfect size for day-to-day or a weekend away. It's trimmed in slick tonal leather and rubber, and can be carried by the two top handles, or slung over the shoulder with the adjustable strap.

MCQ ALEXANDER MCQUEEN – FELT AND LEATHER HOLDALL 

This McQ Alexander McQueen's holdall is a considered choice for busy days and weekends away. This holdall is not your conventional style but for the stylish and daring man it’s the perfect addition to your getaway wardrobe. It comes with an optional shoulder strap for hands-free travelling.

A look at men's autumn holdall releases for 2015 in this guide to 5 Autumn-Ready Weekend Bags You Should Consider buying.