Festival Edition: Customising Your Eastpak
Festival Edition: Customising Your Eastpak

Festival Edition: Customising Your Eastpak

Customised bags are trending. Perhaps they’re the antidote to recent fashion trends, such as minimalism and quiet luxury, but it’s clear people are turning to bold styles and looking for ways to express their creative edge through customisation. A customised bag is also the perfect accessory for expressing your style and elevating your outfit during festival season. Want to get your Eastpak bag festival-ready or love the idea of customising it just because you can? Our bags are the ultimate blank canvas for showcasing your creativity. Follow our guide to learn more about the DIY festival bag trend and get inspired to make your own!

Where Did the Customised Fashion Trend Come From?

Gen-Z is leading the way with customised fashion. Young consumers are looking to move on from minimalism and muted fashion. Maximalism, in particular, chaotic customisation, is now in, and younger generations are seeking out ways to show their personality and interests through their style choices.

Festivals have always been a space to express creativity and embrace art, and these events offer the perfect opportunity to test-drive a customised look and experiment with new styles.

PINNACLE - Mint Frosty / Large

Compact pencil case with zippered main compartment

€95,00

€95,00

DAY OFFICE - FloralBloomNavy / Medium

Medium backpack with external laptop sleeve and security pocket

€53,90

€77,00

-30%

PADDED PAK'R - Mickey Fuzzy / Medium

Medium backpack with 14" laptop sleeve

€95,00

€95,00

TECUM F - CNNCT F Silver / Medium

Medium backpack with external laptop sleeve and security pocket

€110,00

€110,00

DAY PAK'R PRO - Pastel Pink / Medium

Medium backpack with external 16" laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€80,00

€80,00

PADDED DBL - Casual Rust / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€47,60

€68,00

-30%

TRAVELPACK - Dahlia Purple / Large

Large backpack with laptop sleeve

€73,50

€105,00

-30%

MORIUS - Letter DyeBlack / Large

Large backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€85,00

€85,00

OUT OF OFFICE - SparklyGradient / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and internal organization

€46,90

€67,00

-30%

STUDY BUDDY - Fuchsia Pink / Large

Large backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€66,50

€95,00

-30%

GERYS PRO - CS Light Blue / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and internal organization

€95,00

€95,00

PADDED DBL - Aquamarine Blue / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€47,60

€68,00

-30%

OUT OF OFFICE - Mint Frosty / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and internal organization

€67,00

€67,00

DAY OFFICE - Letter Dye Pink / Medium

Medium backpack with external laptop sleeve and security pocket

€53,90

€77,00

-30%

DAY PAK'R PRO - Nighttime Navy / Medium

Medium backpack with external 16" laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€56,00

€80,00

-30%

DAY OFFICE - Fuchsia Pink / Medium

Medium backpack with external laptop sleeve and security pocket

€53,90

€77,00

-30%

5 Creative Ways To Customise Your Festival Bag

There’s no limit to the artistic possibilities of personalising your festival bag. Your bag art can be as simple as adding an initial or symbol, or as involved as creating a detailed design that completely transforms your bag.

Tip: Your Eastpak bag should be a clean canvas to work with. Follow our steps to clean your Eastpak bag before adding any designs or custom features.

Here are some fun and effective ways to reinvent women's or men's festival bags at home.

1. Add a pop of colour with fabric paints

Fabric paints are an excellent choice to inject personality into your festival bag. From polka dots to graffiti tags, the possibilities are endless.

(Tip: Opt for wash-resistant fabric paints to prevent your design from fading when you wash your bag or if it gets caught in the rain.)

Use masking tape or painter's tape to cover the areas you don't want the paint to land on, such as the zippers, Eastpak logo and straps, for example. Once you've selected your fabric paints, use brushes or sponges to create your chosen design. Leave your personalised bag to dry for at least 24 hours.

To set your design, place a piece of baking paper over it and run a hot iron over the top of the paper. Leave your bag to dry before touching or using it.

2. Draw and doodle with fabric pens

Want to make your design look a little more freehand? Fabric pens and markers are a great way to let your creativity run wild. Grab a few markers in colours that will show up on your bag.

(Tip: If your bag is a darker colour, opt for metallic or neon markers. If your bag is a lighter colour, pick darker, brighter colours that will show up on the design).

Then, place a piece of paper or cardboard on the inside of the bag so the ink doesn't bleed through. Draw your design using the fabric pens and leave it to dry for a while. Set your design by placing a clean cloth over it, and run over it with a hot iron to set the ink.

Alternatively, hold a hair dryer around 6 inches from the design and direct hot air towards it for several minutes. Leave it to cool before using it or taking it to a festival.

3. Show your style with pins and patches

Pins and patches make fun additions to any Eastpak backpack. Find a pin or patch related to your favourite hobbies, bands or sports teams. Or, choose a design that supports a cause you believe in.

Pins are the quickest and easiest way to create a custom look. You can add, move and remove them as you like by hooking them onto the fabric part of your bag.

Patches come in both sew-on styles and iron-on designs. For sew-on patches, you'll need a needle and thread. Place the patch in an area of your choice, and use a pin to secure it while you sew. Sew the edges of the patch on your bag with a simple stitch. Secure the stitching with a knot and cut the thread for a tidy finish.

You can attach an iron-on patch with the appropriate adhesive to your bag in minutes. Place the patch on the fabric surface and cover it with baking paper or a thin cloth. Use an iron to apply heat, and leave the patch to cool off.

4. Accessorise with key chains

Key chains are a quick and flexible way to upgrade your festival bum bag, backpack or other style. Find a key chain you love, from cute plushy characters to beaded charms, and use the metal loop or clip to attach it to your bag's zipper.

(Tip: Avoid adding too many key chains or heavy attachments to your bag as it may weigh your bag down or damage the zipper).

5. Leave your personal mark with a monogram

The best part about owning an Eastpak festival bag is that it's all yours! Add a monogram design to make your bag unique and personal to you. Fans of the 2025 monogram trend include celebrities like Hailey Bieber, who sports her married name on a large canvas tote.

To achieve this look, use fabric paints, pens or patches to place your initials, name or nickname on your bag. You'll stand out from the crowd and never lose your bag again!

Customise Your Design With Confidence 

Is it your first time customising a bag? Perhaps you’ve done it before, but could do with a refresher. Don’t stress. If you’re worried about messing up your dream design, we have some helpful tips for you.  

Use a pencil, chalk or fabric pencil to sketch out your design before using any fabric pens or paints. This way, you can ensure you are happy with the design before making it a permanent addition to your bag.  

Not ready to commit to any lifelong design decisions? Add personal touches to your bag with pins and key chains so you can remove or change them whenever you want to. 

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€53,90

€77,00

-30%

Compact pencil case with zippered main compartment

€95,00

€95,00

Medium backpack with external 16" laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€80,00

€80,00

.

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€60,00

€60,00

Bestseller

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€75,00

€75,00

Bestseller

Medium backpack with 14" laptop sleeve

€59,50

€85,00

-30%

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve

€65,00

€65,00

Bestseller

Large backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€85,00

€85,00

€66,40

€83,00

-20%

Bestseller

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€42,00

€60,00

-30%

Bestseller

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€60,00

€60,00

Cabin bag for low cost airlines size 40 x 20 x 25 cm

€95,00

€95,00

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve

€65,00

€65,00

Bestseller

Large backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€85,00

€85,00

€31,50

€45,00

-30%

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€45,50

€45,50

Medium tote bag

€35,00

€35,00

Bestseller

Medium 2-wheel travel trolley with 2 main compartments and TSA lock

€126,00

€126,00

.

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€60,00

€60,00

.

Our Iconic backpack

€55,00

€55,00

.

Large backpack with 2 compartments

€95,00

€95,00

Bestseller

Our Iconic backpack

€55,00

€55,00

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve

€65,00

€65,00

Bestseller

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€60,00

€60,00

Large backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€85,00

€85,00

Bestseller

Large backpack with laptop sleeve

€73,50

€73,50

Bestseller

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve

€45,50

€45,50

Bestseller

Cabin size 2-wheel travel trolley with 2 main compartments and TSA lock

€112,00

€112,00

Small pencil case

€9,10

€9,10

Large backpack with 2 compartments

€95,00

€95,00

Large 2-wheel travel trolley with 2 main compartments and TSA lock

€200,00

€200,00

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve

€65,00

€65,00

.

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€77,00

€77,00

Medium 2-wheel travel trolley with 2 main compartments and TSA lock

€180,00

€180,00

Bestseller

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€45,50

€45,50

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€64,00

€64,00

Cabin size 2-wheel travel trolley with 2 main compartments and TSA lock

€160,00

€160,00

.

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€77,00

€77,00

Small crossbody bum bag

€28,00

€28,00

Our Iconic backpack

€55,00

€55,00

Bestseller

Large 2-wheel travel trolley with 2 main compartments and TSA lock

€120,00

€200,00

-40%

Bestseller

Medium pencil case

€23,00

€23,00

Bestseller

Small pencil case

€10,72

€10,72

Cabin size 2-wheel travel trolley with 2 main compartments and TSA lock

€96,00

€96,00

Bestseller

Our Iconic backpack

€55,00

€55,00

Medium 2-wheel travel trolley with 2 main compartments and TSA lock

€108,00

€180,00

-40%

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve

€65,00

€65,00

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€75,00

€75,00

The Best Eastpak Bags For Festival Customisation

At Eastpak,we've been making bags for active lifestyles for decades. Many of our bags are the ideal starting point for a customised creation. From the fabric surfaces to the zippers, there are countless opportunities to reinvent your Eastpak. With an extensive selection of styles and designs to choose from, we've narrowed down your search for the perfect DIY festival bag.

EK000074N98-HERO

Ideal for: Day festivals 

Springer: Our classic bum bag 

Our classic Spring Bum Bag is a festival staple with space for your phone, cards and small essentials. Reimagine the fabric exterior with your chosen designs and add key chains to the zipper. You can also style this festival bum bag in different ways with the adjustable strap and buckle.

EK000045008-HERO

Ideal for: Day festivals and travel days 

The One: Our hands-free shoulder bag  

The One is our timeless cross-body festival bag with multiple pockets for your essentials and an adjustable belt for going hands-free. Bring your creative vision to the fabric front panel and pockets, and attach things to the zippers for added flair.

EK000620363-HERO

Ideal for: Day festivals and camping festivals 

Padded Pak'r: Our iconic backpack 

When you think ofEastpak, our iconic Padded Pak'r probably springsto mind. This is our trademarkstyleandit’sgot plenty of space for your festival gear, extra clothes, waterbottleand snacks. It also offers lots of surface space for your artistic creations and zippers for attaching a bold key chain.

EK0A5BBR4Y8-HERO

Ideal for: Day festivals, campsites and far-away festivals  

Travelpack: Our trusty weekend bag 

Preparing for a camping festival or travelling further afield for a weekend of music and dancing? Our 2-in-1 Travelpack is the ultimate travel bag with backpack straps and duffle-style carry handles. This cabin-size bag has lots of surface space for customising, making it a large canvas for creative expression. 

Eastpak Collaborations: Crossovers you didn't know you needed 

Eastpak’s collaborations prove that creativity doesn’t stop at DIY. From the bold streetwear influence of DC x Eastpak to the art-driven designs of Basquiat, and from the nostalgic pop culture of Star Wars, Pokémon and Jaws to the fashion-forward edge of Daily Paper and AVAVAV, these limited-edition drops are ready-made statements. Think of them as inspiration for your own festival bag — whether you customise your Eastpak from scratch or start with a collaboration piece that already carries its own unique flair.

DAY PAK'R - DC Icons / Medium

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€45,50

€45,50

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€99,00

€99,00

DAY PAK'R - Gremlins Poster / Medium

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€45,50

€65,00

-30%

BENCHMARK SINGLE - DC Icons / Small

Small pencil case

€11,20

€11,20

BENCHMARK SINGLE - All Over Yellow / Small

Compact pencil case with zippered main compartment

€16,00

€16,00

BENCHMARK SINGLE - GB Patches / Small

Small pencil case

€14,00

€13,40

TRAVELPACK - GB Suit / Large

Large backpack with laptop sleeve

€91,00

€130,00

-30%

BENCHMARK SINGLE - The Joker / Small

Small pencil case

€11,20

€11,20

STAR MINI BAG - Patrick / Small

Small crossbody bag

€50,00

€50,00

TRAVELPACK - KeithHaringBlac / Large

Travel bag with laptop sleeve and tuck-away straps

€110,00

€110,00

WALTER PAK'R 3057 - Walter Black / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holders

€189,00

€149,00

DAY PAK'R - Wonder Woman / Medium

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€45,50

€45,50

PADDED PAK'R® - Superman Patch / Medium

Our Iconic backpack

€42,00

€42,00

OVAL SINGLE - DC Icons / Medium

Medium pencil case

€18,20

€18,20

DAY OFFICE - All Over Yellow / Medium

Medium backpack with 16" laptop sleeve and bottle holders

€80,00

€80,00

Compact bumbag with adjustable belt and zippered compartment

€32,00

€32,00

DAY PAK'R - GldnStatWarrior / Medium

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€45,50

€65,00

-30%

SPRINGER - KeithHaringBlac / Small

Compact bumbag with adjustable belt and zippered compartment

€35,00

€35,00

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holders

€149,00

€149,00

DAY PAK'R - GB Suit / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve

€59,50

€85,00

-30%

UP ROLL - GB Patches / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve

€59,50

€85,00

-30%

OVAL SINGLE - GB Patches / Medium

Medium pencil case

€21,00

€30,00

-30%

WALTER MINI BAG - Walter Blue / Small

Small crossbody bag

€99,00

€99,00

TRAVELPACK - Superman Patch / Large

Large backpack with laptop sleeve

€84,00

€84,00

DAY PAK'R - MickeyPlacement / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€70,00

€70,00

DAY PAK'R

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€45,50

€65,00

-30%

BOX MINI BAG - KeithHaring3Eye / Small

€35,00

€35,00

DAY PAK'R - LA Lakers / Medium

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€45,50

€65,00

-30%

GROUPIE HEART - KeithHaringHart / Extra small

€12,00

€12,00

DAY PAK'R - Boston Celtics / Medium

Medium backpack with bottle holder and laptop sleeve

€45,50

€65,00

-30%

BENCHMARK SINGLE - Mickey Patch / Small

Compact pencil case with zippered main compartment

€16,00

€16,00

DC CROSSBODY - Gotham City / Small

€35,00

€35,00

SPRINGER - DC Icons / Small

Small crossbody bum bag

€22,40

€22,40

DIESEL DAY PAK'R - DSL Mash Up / Medium

€195,00

€195,00

SPRINGER - All Over Yellow / Small

Compact bumbag with adjustable belt and zippered compartment

€32,00

€32,00

ARCADE MINI BAG - NBA Logo / Small

€28,00

€28,00

DAY PAK'R - Mickey Patch / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holder

€70,00

€70,00

OVAL SINGLE - Mickey Print / Medium

Compact pencil case with organized interior storage

€26,00

€26,00

PADDED PAK'R® - GB Puft / Medium

Our Iconic backpack

€59,50

€85,00

-30%

PADDED PAK'R - Mickey Fuzzy / Medium

Medium backpack with 14" laptop sleeve

€95,00

€95,00

TRAVEL TOTE - KeithHaringHart / Large

Large shoulder bag with 16" laptop sleeve

€65,00

€65,00

GROUPIE KRABBY - Krabby / Extra Small

Circular mini pouch

€35,00

€35,00

BLANKET M - Batman Cover / Small

15-inch laptop cover

€28,00

€28,00

WALTER PAK'R 3057 - Walter Red / Medium

Medium backpack with laptop sleeve and bottle holders

€189,00

€149,00

BENCHMARK SINGLE - Mickey Print / Small

Compact pencil case with zippered main compartment

€16,00

€16,00

SKATE TOTE - Dime Black / Medium

€125,00

€125,00

DIESEL DAY PAK'R - DSL Trompe Print / Medium

€155,00

€155,00

ORBIT - Mickey Patch / Extra Small

Extra small backpack with single compartment and front pocket

€55,00

€55,00

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Our Customisation Kit Checklist 

Now you have some fresh ideas for creating your DIY festival bag, here's our go-to checklist of the things you can use to make your design dreams a reality.

  • Fabric pens or markers
  • Fabric paints
  • Pins
  • Sew-on or iron-on patches
  • Key chains and charms
  • Pencil, fabric pencil or chalk
  • Baking paper or a thin cloth
  • Masking tape or painter's tape
  • Paper or cardboard to line your bag
  • An iron
  • A needle and thread
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Why You Should Customise Your Eastpak Bag 

There's no better feeling than finally wearing the customisation masterpiece you've taken the time to create. But, if that’s not enough, there are even more awesome reasons to make your DIY festival bag today.

  • You can express your personality and style with a one-of-a-kind design
  • Your unique bag will stand out from the crowd, and your friends will be able to spot you amongst the thousands of people at the festival
  • You can continue to add to your design and change it over time (if you opt for less-permanent additions like pins and key chains)
  • You can customise your bag to match your bold festival outfits
  • You can carry your bag with you wherever you go, from festivals and holidays to work and school

Pick out your new bag today and get started with your custom bag design in time for your next festival. Discover our best-selling festival bags and our latest releases to find new styles to personalise.

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Why You Should Customise Your Eastpak Bag 

There's no better feeling than finally wearing the customisation masterpiece you've taken the time to create. But, if that’s not enough, there are even more awesome reasons to make your DIY festival bag today.

  • You can express your personality and style with a one-of-a-kind design
  • Your unique bag will stand out from the crowd, and your friends will be able to spot you amongst the thousands of people at the festival
  • You can continue to add to your design and change it over time (if you opt for less-permanent additions like pins and key chains)
  • You can customise your bag to match your bold festival outfits
  • You can carry your bag with you wherever you go, from festivals and holidays to work and school

Pick out your new bag today and get started with your custom bag design in time for your next festival. Discover our best-selling festival bags and our latest releases to find new styles to personalise.