Lo & Sons reviews and discussion

4.7

95% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Durable construction
  • Thoughtful organizational pockets
  • Washable canvas material
  • Long-term wear-resistance
  • Soft structural form
  • Occasionally faulty hardware
  • Sagging shoulder straps
  • Limited rigid compartments

Lo & Sons reviews declare the brand workmanlike and reliable: reviewers praise durable construction and highly functional travel features (Catalina weekender’s shoe compartment, suitcase-sleeve, organized pockets) but often note a lack of structural form and occasional hardware/zippers failures. This makes Lo & Sons a strong buy for buyers who prioritize thoughtful organization and long-lived materials, but a weaker choice for those who need rigid shape or flawless hardware under heavy daily use.

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40 reviews and posts

  • The family has several of these bags and they are well constructed, simple, and durable for their purposes. The ones we have do not hold their form and are limited on pockets, so they are generally reserved for shorter trips. Stylish and great colors.

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    Well-constructed but lack of form factor limits utility.

  • Absolutely love my lo &sons Catalina weekender bag. Super high quality and fits so much! I use it as my personal item on flights and can fit shoes and toiletry bags in the lower compartment, saving room for clothes and a book in the upper. It slides right on my roller bag and makes traveling super easy. And it looks really clean and nice!

  • Received the Waverly 2 and the Catalina Day Tote as gifts before I had ever heard of the brand. Honestly, they sat in my closet for nearly 2 years until I broke them out recently. I LOVE! The Waverly has become my go to for daily errands and nights out, I love that I can convert it to wear it however I like. I haven't used the Catalina much, but will definitely start after my positive experience with the Waverly.

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    I haven't used the Waverly often because my closet is inundated with tote bags. The black camo feels kind of blah in comparison to the other bright, poppy totes I have. Guessing that's why I never reach for it.

  • The high quality products meeting the essential needs of a modern day bag. I have two different bags from them, the Catalina weekender and the pearl, and love both. Their so functional and stylish.

  • I was looking for a dependable overnight bag, and I'm so glad I discovered Lo & Sons! I stumbled upon this Asian-owned brand when I was digging into a few other popular brands that have similar products. The overnight bag that I have has a compartment to hold shoes or dirty clothes on the bottom and has a roomy compartment on top to pack everything else. I love how functional it is and can definitely feel how high quality the product is.

  • I really like my backpack from here. I've been using it 5x a week and it's held up nicely for a year. I like the uniqueness of the style as well.

  • I've had one of their nylon weekender bags for at least ten years and it is still going strong. Love the neutral (but interesting) olive color and it has been very easy to keep clean throughout the course of many many trips. The clever pockets make it my go-to bag for many occasions and I love that it blends in seamlessly with my other travel basics.

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    Great if you love lots of interval/external pockets for organization, maybe not as great if you want a big empty bag with no separate compartments.

  • I've had their OG laptop bag for years & taken it with me on tons of flights. Its indestructible, looks professional, fits a ridiculous amount of stuff (I can easily pack for the weekend with just this bag), and has a bunch of thoughtful features like the shoes compartment, key hooks etc.

  • I have used the Lo & Sons Catalina tote in canvas for the last year for travel, and adore the bottom pocket for shoes; this is a big contributor to the high rating. I will note that my bag always looks a little less structured than the photos, and I was hoping for a bit more rigidity, but that seems to be relegated to the Poly material option. My only other knock is that the padded band often clashes with the adjustment buckle; it can make a difference during a long day of travel. Overall, a great product that with a few improvements could be an amazing one.

  • I've had my Lo & Sons weekender bag for years now and it's still like new. The fabric is durable and the design is functional - plus it's stylish! I'm a big fan.

  • I have the Catalina weekender and it's truly the best duffle/tote I've ever had. It is QUALITY.

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    I bought the version before the strap came out and now I'm disappointed I didn't wait a little longer.

  • Expensive, overall good quality. I have had the Hanover backpack for a few years now. I use it for travel and daily for school. The compartments are handy. I also like the internal bottle holder and outer bottle holder. About a year ago, one of the zipper handles came out so I am not able to use that. The hole is too big, the zipper handle keeps falling out when I try to reinsert the handle.

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    Should either have better quality zippers or offer repairs for the price of the bag. What is the use of paying so much if it breaks down?

  • I loved the design but the quality does not hold up to frequent use. I had hardware on the cross body break and major wear on the bag itself within a year.

  • My Catalina Deluxe tote is my go-to bag for any weekend getaway. It holds more than you think. Just when I don't think I'll have enough space for something, I do. I love the zipped pocket at the bottom for shoes and any toiletries. The bag holds up over time. It's quality! The customer support team is really kind and accommodating.

  • I love the quality and capacity of the weekender! It’s durable, washes easily, and fits everything you need and more for a three day trip.

  • I found Lo & Sons during a hunt for a low-profile crossbody bag just big enough to fit my essentials and now it's my go-to. I love that it converts into a fanny pack as well but gives more of an "upscale" feel closer to a luxury leather belt. Can't wait to try new pieces in the future!

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    No complaints—I feel like the price is right on target for the quality, and hope that they can expand their brand awareness so they can stick around!

  • I purchased a back from Lo & Sons 6 years ago and it is my most-used and most-complimented bag. It's extremely durable and fashionable. I have also purchased several as gifts. The bag shows zero signs of age or wear which, to me, is quite strange for such supple leather.

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    Lo & Sons appears to take real care in the engineering and manufacturing of its products. They also aren't so exorbitantly priced—like so many other D2C luxury bags in the space.

  • I got this bag when I studied abroad in Madrid. It was perfect for weekend trips. Fits a few pairs of shoes in the bottom compartment so you don't have to worry about getting your clothes dirty next to them and is pretty roomie in the top. Definitely recommend for frequent weekend/light packing travel!