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26 Products To Prevent Your Bag (Or Backpack) From Turning Into A Black Hole
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BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More Because digging for your keys shouldn’t feel like an archaeological expedition. I am a NYC-based fellow on the BuzzFeed Shopping team. Promising review: "I always had a hard time finding different items in my makeup bag, and I would end up taking everything out to find that one eyeliner. This is a total game changer. It fits so much stuff, and it is so easy to find things. Very easy to open and close, and great quality. Highly recommend." —Shalani Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in 16-inch to 22-inch sizes and in 20+ colors). Promising review: "I ordered the medium, and it’s perfect! And I can just remove it if I want to add it to a different purse or tote bag! I don’t have to unpack and repack! And it was a great price! Well made. It has a zipper insert that can be removed. That insert even has four pockets on the exterior. You will have a space for everything! Get this!" —Diane Savoie Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in six sizes, including "slender" options for narrower handbags). Promising review: "Oh wow, this item was perfect for my last vacation. It fits perfectly in my backpack, and I really like that I know where items are in my bag. It sits at the bottom, so there's still room to fit my neck wrap in my pack. The best part about this item is how I used it once we reached our accommodations (one hotel and a cruise ship). It becomes a perfect bedside organizer. So super functionality! Since my backpack is black, I bought the grey version, and it is a pleasant neutral color." —Holly Get it from Amazon for $12.34 (available in four colors). Promising review: "These are working out great for me — keeping my car, work, house, and mail keys sorted and the clips are easy to snap on and off of the key ring in my purse, too, making them easy to find as they're not falling to the bottom of my bag. They're holding up — no loss in spring action or worry about losing any keys, the color is pretty and doesn't show dirt." —LL Get a pack of two from Amazon for $11.99 (available in 20 color combos). Promising review: "My favorite organizer!! It has lasted me a veryy long time. The zipper is easy to use, but it’s sturdy. I have bought this for family members as well because they loved it when they saw me using it during travel. It’s also very convenient for school." —A Get it from Amazon for $14.44 (available in four sizes and 23 colors). Promising review: "Oh my god, these are amazing. I bought these, looking for something to organize the various cords and charging cables in my work bag, and I have been blown away by how useful they are. They don't attract grime or dust, are surprisingly sturdy (haven't had one break yet after roughly 6 months of hard use), and make cable management a breeze. These have replaced those annoying Velcro cable ties and zip ties entirely. I have used these for tidying up computer cables, kitchen organization, and more. 5/5 would recommend" —Butters36 Get it from Amazon for $8.82 (available in eight colors). Promising review: "My headphones and charging wires were getting tangled up and abused and broken and every other thing under the sun you can imagine. Putting them in my purse or backpack or wherever was basically condemning them to an early death. To this very day, I still use them, and it’s been probably six or more months. They have protected my charging wires and headphones, and that’s what it’s all about. The colors are bright, the material is sturdy, and it's easy to find amongst the rubble of your purse or backpack, and the price is right. So what are you waiting for?" —Fran Coleman Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in eight colors and in multipacks. Promising review: "These are so adorable! Lightweight but sturdy. Snug closure will make sure it doesn’t pop open in your purse or bag." —RSMCATHY Promising review: "These are amazing! The price for the quality is unmatched! These bags are exactly what I needed for my purse! This helps me keep my purse organized, and I don’t have a bunch of things just lying in there!"—Sydney Buffenbarger Get the set of two bags from Amazon for $9.85 (available in dozens of patterns and colors). Promising review: "I bought this to easily toss in my diaper bag for quick trips. It is so perfect, it's exactly what I was looking for. It holds the five cards I use most often, along with some cash. The other side has my car key and lip balm. It's made sturdy, the zippers are good quality, and it honestly looks just like the Lulu! It's worth it!" —Mistie M Get it from Amazon for $11.39 (available in 22 colors). Reviewers use this for travel, since it can hold a surprising amount of pills. Promising review: "Absolutely amazing! Holds a variety of pills and is perfect for my daughter to take to school; it’s the perfect size to keep in backpacks and purses. The price is affordable and comes in different colors too." —An Get it from Amazon for $5.97 (available in five colors). The folder fits A4 or US letter size paper, and can hold up to 150 sheets. Promising review: "I've been using this folder for nearly 2–3 months, and I'm a college student with a lot of papers to carry. I was looking for something cute, easy to carry, that fits Manila folders, and overall keeps folders from getting crinkly. This DID IT. I can't express how much I love this — I got a second one that is coming very soon! Nothing gets crinkled or bent and it is great. I can throw loose-leaf papers, folders, or even books/small notebooks in here. It's adorable and a great color as well. I highly recommend this folder (I got a lot of compliments on it as well!)." —Alexa Viz Get it from Amazon for $5.08 (available in eight colors). These come blank, but many reviewers customize them (as you can see above!) Promising review: "I wanted a simple, small cosmetic type bag to help organize the items in my backpacks/purses and went ahead and ordered the set of 12 and I do NOT regret it! I ordered the all black because, as I mentioned, I'm a simple gal and don't want anything that shows dirt or has designs on it. They are the perfect size!!! I have used them for storing my pens, Zebra Highlighters, Rummikub game pieces, etc." —Hannah Get it from Amazon for $9.34 (available in five colors and in sets of anywhere from 10–50 bags). Promising review: "I bought these on a whim, mostly because I loved the beige color—it looks way more upscale and refined than your average mesh pouches. They’re lightweight, breathable, and still hold their shape even when tossed into a beach bag or suitcase. The zippers are smooth, and the construction feels durable enough for regular travel or gym use. I bought another 12 set because I’m now also using a few for makeup, chargers, and small items in my carry-on. A really solid, multi-purpose buy. If you’re someone who loves staying organized and wants something that doesn’t scream “dollar store,” these pouches are a stylish and functional win." —Kyley Reiten Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in 10+ colors). Promising review: "I keep one in my office, two in the glove box, and one in my carry-on. I also put one in the kids’ backpacks. I highly recommend these umbrellas for traveling, urban commuters, and walkers. Just keep in mind that the compact size of the umbrella is meant to keep one person protected in stormy, windy weather." —Tiffy515 Get it from Amazon for $12.74 (available in 14 colors plus packs of two). Promising review: "I was going out of state for a graduation and was going to be doing a lot of walking. Known for a lot of rain, I needed something that was portable to stick in my large but fancy handbag. This fit the bill. The poncho came in a pouch that fit nicely in my bag. It was perfect!" —Bonnie C. Get it from Amazon for $11.30 (available in 10+ colors and patterns). Promising review: "I recently bought this laptop sleeve. The sleeve is thin and lightweight, making it easy to carry around. It doesn’t add unnecessary bulk to my bag, which is essential for someone always on the move. The sleeve provides a snug fit for my MacBook. It keeps my laptop well-protected from scratches, dings, and minor impacts. The padding adds an extra layer of security. The front pocket is practical for storing accessories like chargers, cables, or documents. I appreciate the attention to detail in the design. Highly recommended!!" —Moon Get it from Amazon for $14.39 (available in sizes 12.3 to 24 inches and dozens of colors). Promising review: "It’s lightweight, easy to carry, and makes diaper changes so much more convenient when we’re out and about. I love that it folds up compactly and fits right into my diaper bag, making it perfect for travel or quick trips. It’s a total game changer for making diaper changes more hygienic and stress-free, no matter where we are. Highly recommend this portable changing pad for any parent on the go!" —aura's of amara Get it from Amazon for $23.73 (available in three sizes and four colors). Promising review: "This water bottle is perfect for on-the-go use. It can be easily clipped to your belt or bag, making it convenient to carry. Its lightweight design and easy storage make it a great choice. I highly recommend it." —SoCalVal559 Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in several colors). Promising review: "Never been a fan of travel jewelry boxes because they’re bulky and the stuff gets all jumbled. So far, this solves all those problems! It’s slim and compact but holds a good amount. This could definitely fit in a medium-sized purse if needed! The overall quality is pretty good, especially for the price. And the organization is AWESOME, no more tangled necklaces or misplaced earrings!!" —Kayla Snyder Get it from Amazon for $11.28 (available in several colors). Promising review: "I wanted something small for the purse, but not one of those standard plastic ones that don't work half the time. This definitely fits the bill! It's tiny, perfect for what I wanted in my purse, and it comes with three extra sets of batteries. So far so good." —Liv Get it from Amazon for $6.94 (available in six colors). Promising review: "Just what I was looking for! This makeup brush is great for travel or at home daily use. A space saver either in your purse, makeup bag or counter top. The bristles are full size and offer excellent makeup up coverage. ( I use a loose mineral powder) Just wash bristles and let dry completely every so often to keep clean and this brush will last a long time. Mine has held up very well, no bristles have ever fallen out . Cute color too!!" —Sophia M. Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in nine colors). Promising review: "I wanted reusable bags that were compact enough to keep one or two in my purse. I’ve been using these bags for almost a month and they’re fantastic. I easily folded them up into the small inner pocket and use a carabiner to keep them organized together." —Ashli Sprinkel Get a pack of six from Amazon for $22.99 (available in several colors and patterns). Promising review: "So cute and easy to switch from my work bag to my travel bag to my gym bag! The key ring is great quality and easy to take on/off one thing to another. I love the mixing of colors between the case + body mist. The purple cashmere woods + the pink case combo is my new favorite!!" —Amanda Get a pack of three for $10 (available in Icy White, Bubblegum Pink, and Jet Black) Promising review: "Whenever I do travel, all my grooming tools are scattered in my travel bag. This keeps it all in one place while simultaneously upholding quality and a sleek look!!" —Anton Shebeko Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six colors). Promising review: "I've used this for over a year now in my nice work purse to keep those tiny dirt particles from who-knows-where (you know the ones I mean!) from mysteriously getting in the bottom of it. It rolls around easily in its plastic case either naturally (without getting goopy or leaky) or rolled by hand. Handiest thing I've ever bought to help keep my purse clean!" —N.Glaze Get it from Amazon for $11.89 (available in eight colors) BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: Our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. Note: Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.