After almost 10 years without taking a cruise, these are the handbags I packed for a week aboard Icon of the Seas—and the ones I reached for most. From a Birkin Cargo 35 and Gucci Giglio tote to a Chanel 25 and Mini Kelly, here's what worked best on board.

After years of collecting and carrying luxury handbags, these are the 10 bags I’d still confidently buy again today — from my Hermès Birkin 25s to the Balenciaga Rodeo and Louis Vuitton favorites I genuinely keep reaching for.

The Hermès Birkin Cargo 35 combines canvas, Swift leather, Palladium hardware, and utility-inspired details in a way that feels both luxurious and practical. Here’s why it became one of my favorite bags for traveling and everyday life