Whether you’re on your way home or about to embark on a new adventure, the last thing you want is the bottom of your dirty shoes touching your clothing and accessories in your suitcase.
Instead, keep everything organized and clean with the help of a shoe bag or two! These nifty bags are an essential packing tool to keep your footwear contained and unable to soil the rest of your items. Plus, they’ll also keep your shoes protected from pointy items or even an accidental toiletry bag spill, that could stain your expensive leather boots or canvas sneakers.
Beyond traveling, shoe bags are also a great way to keep your shoes in tip-top shape when storing in your closet as they’ll keep dust away when they’re not in use.
Our list includes tons of great options from Amazon for low prices, plus a few fancier shoe bags from Tumi and even a personalized pick from Mark & Graham.
1. JJ Power Travel Shoe Bags
This pack of four features bags that can fit up to two pairs of shoes in just one bag. Choose from a variety of colors and snag this set for less than $20 while you can!
2. CalPak Compakt Shoe Bag (set of 2)
If you’re on the hunt for a durable, waterproof set of shoe bags, look no further than CalPak. They comes in a ton of fun designs and can hold up to two or three pairs of shoes in just one bag (depending on your shoe size).
3. Nike Shoe Box Bag (12L)
Specifically made for Nike shoes, this branded bag comes with a handle strap and a shoulder strap to carry on it’s own or directly in your suitcase.
4. Eneteck Shoe Bags for Travel
Thanks to the three layer design, this shoe bag can hold three pairs of shoes easily. Available in five different colors and less than $20. What’s not love?
5. Mark & Graham x Spartina Sport Shoe Bag
For a preppy and personalized option go for Mark & Graham’s luxe shoe bag that can be customized with your initials for an extra touch.
6. Away The Shoe Cube
Made from sturdy and flexible water-resistant nylon, Away’s Shoe Cubes feature a collapsible divider to store and separate multiple pairs of sandals or other flat shoes, and a handle for easy carrying or hanging.
7. Diommell Transparent Shoe Bags
If you want something simple and inexpensive, go for this set of 12 transparant shoe bags that will cost you less than $1.50 a pop.
8. Tumi Shoe Bags
Each Tumi shoe bag is large enough for one man’s shoe or two smaller women’s shoes and includes drawstring closures for a secure fit.
9. Eagle Creek Pack-It Shoe Sac Packing Organizer
Protect your clean clothes from dirty soles with the Eagle Creek Pack-It-Shoe Sac that features a mesh design for dirt resistance and visibility.
10. Adidas Originals Utility Kicks Shoe Bag
Similar to the Nike shoe bag, this adidas option will easily fit one pair of sneakers and is made of durable material to stand the test of time.
11. Mark & Graham 6 Piece Packing Cube Set
If you want packing cubes that include a shoe bag, consider Mark & Graham’s personalized cube set that comes with four cubes, a laundry bag and a shoe bag.
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