Review: Herring Dorchester II holdall bag

Published by

Your Average Guy

on

19 October 2025

Dorchester holdall bag in beige canvas and brown leather

Every stylish man about town deserves a quality holdall bag in their life. Something that boasts great looks, offers exceptional functionality, and is large enough to carry all your essential items for both a long-haul holiday or an impromptu weekend break or a half-term getaway. Herring Shoes may just have the answer, thanks to their Dorchester II holdall.

Herring are not just responsible for the luxury footwear, they also have a substantial amount of luggage options available in their collection: briefcases, doctor’s bags, laptop cases, wash bags, and, of course, holdalls. For my latest blog review, I will share my thoughts on their Dorchester II holdall. I will discuss my findings on design, function, quality and value for money.

Close-up of Dorchester II holdall bag — The Dorchester II

Holdall bag style and design

The Herring Dorchester II bag is undoubtedly no slouch in the looks department. I have encountered many different bags and holdalls in my time…very few match the striking visuals of this beautiful accessory.

The blend of beige canvas and brown calf leather harks back to the classic 1950s and 1960s of Hollywood. Imagine the A-lister crew enjoying some downtime on their private cruise yachts. Or even sitting beside them in their Ferrari 250 GTO, as they cruise through the beautiful mountainous vistas.

This holdall bag opts for a twin-zip design with a Velcro fastener. You have ample access to all your items along your travels. Minimal branding is on show, with a suede square affixed to the longer side. This showcases the Herring name without appearing too imposing.

Size and dimensions

The Dorchester II holdall, at first glance, looks smaller and more compact; however, this is very deceiving. I was actually shocked when I unpacked it. The bag boasts an impressive internal size, allowing you to easily transport all your belongings. The exact size specifications are as follows:

52cm length
29cm width
27cm height

Wearability and usage

Thanks to the gorgeous beige and brown colourway, this fantastic holdall will match with pretty much any casual or formalwear ensemble. The additional strap allows you to quickly sling it over your shoulder, freeing your hands for that essential smartphone usage.

Along with the ample internal space available, there is also an in-built elastic organiser for all your stationery items. There’s also a larger zippered pocket for your extra bits and pieces (wallet/cash/documents).

Furthermore, there is also a shoe pocket, accessible from the outer body on the short edge. This keeps your footwear safe and easily accessible if you need a quick footwear swap. This extra pocket keeps the contents of your main bag compartment free from any grime that may have settled on your shoes. This is definitely a game-changer!

Value for money

Quality luggage almost certainly requires that you lay a formidable amount of cash on the table. The Dorchester Il is no different in this regard. The RRP currently sits at £190. Nevertheless, the style, shapе and functionality on offer more than justifies the hit on your wallet.

Conclusion

If you are on the lookout for a new piece of luggage that will turn the tide of your style game during your travels, then the Dorchester Il is the essential accessory that will tick all those gentleman lifestyle boxes!