Festival Edition: Customising Your Eastpak

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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

Großer Rucksack mit zwei Fächern und Organizer

CHF 109.00

DAY OFFICE

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit außenliegendem Laptopfach und Sicherheitsfach

CHF 58.80

CHF 84.00

-30%

PADDED PAK'R

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit 14-Zoll-Laptopfach

CHF 109.00

TECUM F

Rucksack mit Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 125.00

DAY PAK'R PRO

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit externem 16-Zoll-Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 89.00

PADDED DBL

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit internem Laptopfach und vielen Fächern

CHF 52.50

CHF 75.00

-30%

TRAVELPACK

Reisetasche mit Laptopfach und verstaubaren Trageriemen

CHF 83.30

CHF 119.00

-30%

MORIUS

Großer Rucksack mit Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 95.00

OUT OF OFFICE

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit Laptopfach und interner Unterteilung

CHF 52.50

CHF 75.00

-30%

STUDY BUDDY

Rucksack in der Größe Large mit Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 76.30

CHF 109.00

-30%

GERYS PRO

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 109.00

PADDED DBL

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit internem Laptopfach und vielen Fächern

CHF 52.50

CHF 75.00

-30%

OUT OF OFFICE

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit Laptopfach und interner Unterteilung

CHF 75.00

DAY OFFICE

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit außenliegendem Laptopfach und Sicherheitsfach

CHF 58.80

CHF 84.00

-30%

DAY PAK'R PRO

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit externem 16-Zoll-Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 62.30

CHF 89.00

-30%

DAY OFFICE

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit außenliegendem Laptopfach und Sicherheitsfach

CHF 58.80

CHF 84.00

-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.

DAY OFFICE

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 58.80

CHF 84.00

-30%

PINNACLE

Großer Rucksack mit zwei Fächern und Organizer

CHF 109.00

DAY PAK'R PRO

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit externem 16-Zoll-Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 89.00

PINNACLE

Großer Rucksack mit 2 Fächern

CHF 109.00

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 65.00

Best-seller

DAY OFFICE

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 79.00

Bestseller

MORIUS

Großer Rucksack mit Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 66.50

CHF 95.00

-30%

OUT OF OFFICE

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Laptopfach

CHF 69.00

Bestseller

MORIUS

Großer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 95.00

BUNDLE DAY PAK'R RUN RABBIT

CHF 72.00

CHF 90.00

-20%

Bestseller

DAY PAK'R

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 45.50

CHF 65.00

-30%

Bestseller

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 65.00

CABIN PAK'R

Kabinenrucksack für Budget-Fluglinien (40 x 20 x 25cm)

CHF 109.00

OUT OF OFFICE

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Laptopfach

CHF 69.00

Bestseller

MORIUS

Großer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 95.00

ROAD KIT

CHF 34.30

CHF 49.00

-30%

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 48.30

CHARLIE

Mittelgroße Tragetasche

CHF 38.50

Best-seller

TRANVERZ M

Mittelgroßer 2-Rad-Reisetrolley mit 2 Hauptfächern und TSA-Schloss

CHF 139.30

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 65.00

PADDED PAK'R®

Unser ikonischer Rucksack

CHF 59.00

PINNACLE

Großer Rucksack mit 2 Fächern

CHF 109.00

Bestseller

PADDED PAK'R®

Unser ikonischer Rucksack

CHF 59.00

OUT OF OFFICE

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Laptopfach

CHF 69.00

Bestseller

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 65.00

MORIUS

Großer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 95.00

Best-seller

TRAVELPACK

Großer Rucksack mit Laptopfach

CHF 83.30

Bestseller

OUT OF OFFICE

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Laptopfach

CHF 48.30

Bestseller

TRANVERZ S

Reisetrolley in Kabinengröße mit 2 Rädern, 2 Hauptfächern und TSA-Schloss

CHF 125.30

BENCHMARK SINGLE

Kleines Federmäppchen

CHF 10.50

PINNACLE

Großer Rucksack mit 2 Fächern

CHF 109.00

TRANVERZ L

Großer 2-Rad-Reisetrolley mit 2 Hauptfächern und TSA-Schloss

CHF 219.00

OUT OF OFFICE

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Laptopfach

CHF 69.00

DAY OFFICE

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 84.00

TRANVERZ M

Mittelgroßer 2-Rad-Reisetrolley mit 2 Hauptfächern und TSA-Schloss

CHF 199.00

Best-seller

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 48.30

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 65.00

TRANVERZ S

Reisetrolley in Kabinengröße mit 2 Rädern, 2 Hauptfächern und TSA-Schloss

CHF 179.00

DAY OFFICE

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 84.00

SPRINGER

Kleine Umhängetasche

CHF 29.00

PADDED PAK'R®

Unser ikonischer Rucksack

CHF 59.00

Bestseller

TRANVERZ L

Großer 2-Rad-Reisetrolley mit 2 Hauptfächern und TSA-Schloss

CHF 131.40

CHF 219.00

-40%

Bestseller

OVAL SINGLE

Mittleres Federmäppchen

CHF 25.00

Best-seller

BENCHMARK SINGLE

Kleines Federmäppchen

CHF 12.73

Bestseller

TRANVERZ S

Reisetrolley in Kabinengröße mit 2 Rädern, 2 Hauptfächern und TSA-Schloss

CHF 107.40

Best-seller

PADDED PAK'R®

Unser ikonischer Rucksack

CHF 59.00

Bestseller

TRANVERZ M

Mittelgroßer 2-Rad-Reisetrolley mit 2 Hauptfächern und TSA-Schloss

CHF 119.40

CHF 199.00

-40%

OUT OF OFFICE

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Laptopfach

CHF 69.00

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Rucksack in Größe Medium mit 14-Zoll-Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 69.00

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 48.30

OVAL SINGLE

Ovales Federmäppchen mit übersichtlicher Innenaufteilung

CHF 35.00

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 48.30

CHF 69.00

-30%

BENCHMARK SINGLE

Kleines Federmäppchen

CHF 13.30

BENCHMARK SINGLE

Kompaktes Federmäppchen mit Reißverschluss am Hauptfach

CHF 19.00

BENCHMARK SINGLE

Kleines Federmäppchen

CHF 15.40

CHF 14.74

TRAVELPACK

Großer Rucksack mit Laptopfach

CHF 97.30

CHF 139.00

-30%

BENCHMARK SINGLE

Kleines Federmäppchen

CHF 13.30

TRAVELPACK

Reisetasche mit Laptopfach und verstaubaren Trageriemen

CHF 125.00

WALTER PAK'R 3057

Rucksack in Medium mit Laptopfach und Flaschenhaltern

CHF 199.00

PADDED PAK'R®

Unser ikonischer Rucksack

CHF 45.50

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 48.30

OVAL SINGLE

Mittleres Federmäppchen

CHF 20.30

DAY OFFICE

Rucksack in Größe Medium mit 16-Zoll-Laptopfach und Flaschenhaltern

CHF 89.00

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 48.30

CHF 69.00

-30%

SPRINGER

Kompakte Gürteltasche mit verstellbarem Gurt und Reißverschlussfach

CHF 39.00

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 66.50

CHF 95.00

-30%

UP ROLL

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Laptopfach

CHF 66.50

CHF 95.00

-30%

OVAL SINGLE

Mittleres Federmäppchen

CHF 24.50

CHF 35.00

-30%

TRAVELPACK

Großer Rucksack mit Laptopfach

CHF 90.30

WALTER MINI BAG

Umhängetasche in Größe Small

CHF 109.00

DAY PAK'R

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 79.00

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 48.30

CHF 69.00

-30%

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 48.30

CHF 69.00

-30%

BOX MINI BAG

CHF 39.00

GROUPIE HEART

CHF 13.20

SPRINGER

Kleine Umhängetasche

CHF 24.50

CHF 35.00

-30%

DAY PAK'R

Mittlerer Rucksack mit Flaschenhalter und Laptopfach

CHF 48.30

CHF 69.00

-30%

BENCHMARK SINGLE

Kompaktes Federmäppchen mit Reißverschluss am Hauptfach

CHF 19.00

DC CROSSBODY

CHF 38.50

SPRINGER

Kleine Umhängetasche

CHF 24.50

ARCADE MINI BAG

CHF 31.50

SPRINGER

Kompakte Gürteltasche mit verstellbarem Gurt und Reißverschlussfach

CHF 35.00

DIESEL DAY PAK'R

CHF 199.00

PADDED PAK'R®

Unser ikonischer Rucksack

CHF 66.50

CHF 95.00

-30%

DAY PAK'R

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit Laptopfach und Flaschenhalter

CHF 79.00

OVAL SINGLE

Kompaktes Federmäppchen mit übersichtlichem Innenfach

CHF 29.00

PADDED PAK'R

Mittelgroßer Rucksack mit 14-Zoll-Laptopfach

CHF 109.00

TRAVEL TOTE

Große Schultertasche mit 16-Zoll-Laptopfach

CHF 69.00

GROUPIE KRABBY

Rundes Mini-Etui

CHF 39.00

WALTER PAK'R 3057

Rucksack in Medium mit Laptopfach und Flaschenhaltern

CHF 199.00

BLANKET M

15-Zoll-Laptop-Hülle

CHF 31.50

BENCHMARK SINGLE

Kompaktes Federmäppchen mit Reißverschluss am Hauptfach

CHF 19.00

SKATE TOTE

CHF 135.00

DIESEL DAY PAK'R

CHF 169.00

SPRINGER

Kompakte Gürteltasche mit verstellbarem Gurt und Reißverschlussfach

CHF 35.00

ORBIT

Besonders kleiner Rucksack mit einzelnem Fach und Fronttasche

CHF 59.00

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

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.

Why You Should Customise Your Eastpak Bag

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