Ask any well-traveled girl for advice on how to prep for a fun trip and they’ll most likely tell you to bring a no-fuss carryall—preferably not too big so it doesn’t slow you down, but not too small either so it still has enough space to fit all your essentials. Confused? Well, a quick look at the stars’ Instagram pages will reveal exactly what it is you should be looking for: Backpacks!
Sturdy, chic, and ever-so-reliable, knapsacks are officially the celebrities’ ultimate travel must-have. But FYI, we’re not talking about the same ones you used to carry on your back when you were still in grade school. Typically in (although not limited to) leather, the updated version of this classic favorite now comes in many different colors and designs, and they're guaranteed to up your street style game as you prance around the streets of Paris, Japan, or wherever it is you’re heading to next.
Score style tips from the local celebs below:
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Kim Chiu’s Fendi backpack gave her airport style an instant sartorial boost.
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Also lugging around her own Fendi Monster in New York, Julia Barretto brought character to her regular tank top, black jeans, and sneaker combo.
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Meanwhile, Bea Alonzo explored Germany while carrying a classic black knapsack with gold hardware accents from local retail brand Secosana.
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And remember Maja Salvador’s Gigi Hadid-esque moment at the Big Apple? It wouldn’t have been complete without this camel-hued leather rucksack.
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Everyone knows that Nadine Lustre loves to travel, but have you noticed that she usually brings a black structured backpack to her trips? Here’s a #throwback to the last time she was in Seoul, South Korea!
Now it’s time for you to get some shopping done! Take your pick from our favorites below:
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Zara Convertible Backpack, P2595, Greenbelt 5; Zara Backpack with Scarf, P1495, Rockwell Powerplant Mall
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Bagstationz Pebbled Texture Backpack, P1449, zalora.com.ph; Stradivarius Backpack with Tassel Detail, P1290, SM Aura
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Shiq Bags Gabbi Baqpaq in Bone, P950, shiqbags.com; Perllini&Mel Mini Leather Backpack, P1949, zalora.com.ph
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Mango Front Lapel Backpack, P2295, Glorietta 3; Mango Zip Pebbled Backpack, P2295, Glorietta 3
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Call It Spring Valdosta Backpack, P2295, Century City Mall; H&M Backpack, P1490, SM Makati
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Aldo Acenaria Backpack, P2695, Shangri-La Plaza; Bershka Textured Backpack, P1195, Glorietta 2
