DETAILS
The Slater Large Signature Logo Backpack is a full-size, high-capacity backpack in coated MK Signature logo-print canvas with gold-tone hardware and textile trim. At 11.5″W × 15.5″H × 6.75″D it is one of the largest backpacks in the MK lineup — built for travel, commuting, and any day when you need to carry a lot without checking a bag or switching to a duffel.
DIMENSIONS & CAPACITY
Exterior measures 11.5″W × 15.5″H × 6.75″D. Top handle drop is 2.5″ for hand carry. Zip-top closure on the main compartment. Front exterior zip pocket for quick-access storage. Interior back zip pocket for secure storage.
FEATURES & MATERIALS
Constructed from coated MK Signature logo-print canvas — 89.4% coated canvas, 9.6% polyester, 1% polyurethane — with textile trim in 85% acrylic, 15% polyester. Gold-tone hardware throughout. Front exterior zip pocket. Zip-top closure on main compartment. Interior back zip pocket. 100% polyester lining.
OCCASIONS
Built for high-demand days — long commutes, travel, campus use, and any situation where a medium backpack runs out of room before you run out of things to carry. Large enough to serve as a personal item on short flights with room for a laptop, a change of clothes, and daily essentials. A practical alternative to a weekender for one-night trips where you want hands-free carry from door to destination.
WHAT FITS
At 11.5″W × 15.5″H × 6.75″D this backpack fits a 13″ laptop or a 15″ laptop alongside a full day’s worth of carry. Fits smartphones up to 6.1″ including the iPhone 17 and most standard Android devices. Interior holds a full-size wallet, water bottle, charger, earbuds, sunglasses case, a change of clothes, and still has room to spare. The front exterior zip pocket organizes transit cards, lip balm, and small items you reach for constantly. The interior back zip pocket is the right place for a passport, spare cards, or anything that needs to stay secure and separate from the main compartment.
FAQ
What is the best Michael Kors backpack for travel that fits in an overhead bin?
The Slater Large at 11.5″W × 15.5″H × 6.75″D fits within carry-on personal item limits on most major carriers and holds enough for a one to two night trip — laptop, a change of clothes, toiletries, and daily essentials — without checking a bag. It is MK’s strongest backpack option for travelers who want hands-free carry through airports.
How does the Slater Large compare to the Slater Medium?
The Large is meaningfully bigger — 11.5″W × 15.5″H × 6.75″D versus the Medium’s 10.5″W × 13.25″H × 6″D. The Large fits a 15″ laptop and has enough depth for a change of clothes, making it a viable overnight and travel bag. The Medium is better suited to daily commuting and campus use where a slightly smaller profile is preferable. If travel and maximum capacity are the priority, the Large is the stronger choice.
Is coated canvas durable enough for a backpack used for travel and daily commuting?
Yes. Coated canvas handles the friction, moisture exposure, and general wear of daily commuting and travel better than uncoated fabric. It wipes clean easily and resists surface scuffs from overhead bins, transit seating, and daily contact. The trim and hardware are the areas most likely to show wear over time with very heavy use.