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Vera Bradley A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack

Vera Bradley A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack

4.7(554 ratings)

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$59.99at ShopChecked 44 min ago

45% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $59.99 at Shop (checked Nov 11, 2026).
  • Checked at 5 stores.

Our take on the Vera Bradley A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack

The Vera Bradley A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack is a 30-liter zip-top backpack in the brand's signature quilted cotton, printed with cats and flowers. It has a roomy main compartment, a padded laptop sleeve, front zip pockets and a trolley strap for travel. It suits commuters, students and cat lovers who want a soft, washable everyday bag rather than a technical pack. Against nylon laptop backpacks it trades weather resistance and structure for lighter weight, machine washability and a distinctive print.

Best forCat lovers who want a printed everyday bagCommuters carrying a laptop and lunchStudents and campus useWeekend and carry-on travel
Pros
  • 30 liters of space with a padded laptop sleeve
  • Quilted cotton is machine washable
  • Front zip pockets and a trolley sleeve for travel
  • Light for its size
  • Distinctive cat and floral print
Cons
  • Cotton fabric is not water resistant
  • Soft body can slump when partly empty
  • Shoulder straps are lightly padded
  • Print and quilting are not to every taste

Vera Bradley A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack prices at every store

  • Vera Bradley Online OutletNew

    In stock

    $59.99Checked 44 min ago
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  • ShopNew

    In stockSold by Shop app

    $59.99Checked 44 min ago
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  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by onlinedeal170

    $109.00Checked 44 min ago
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownShips from Singapore · duties may apply

    $149.99Checked 44 min ago
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  • PoshmarkNew

    Availability unknown

    $159.00Checked 44 min ago
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Vera Bradley A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack price history

Lowest price we've seen: $59.99 on Nov 11 at Vera Bradley Online Outlet. Tracked across 5 stores since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

  • 4.7 / 5554 ratings

Owners rate it highly, praising the space, the washable quilted cotton and the cat print. Complaints center on the fabric soaking up rain and the bag losing shape when it is not full.

What people mention
  • CapacityPraisedOwners say the 30-liter main compartment swallows a laptop, water bottle and lunch with room left.
  • Fabric carePraisedReviewers like that the quilted cotton can be machine washed and keeps its print.
  • Weather resistanceCriticisedSeveral owners report the cotton soaks through in rain and want a cover or coated fabric.
  • StructureMixedSome find the soft body comfortable, while others say it slumps and tips over when half full.
  • StrapsMixedStraps are fine for light loads, but owners carrying heavy laptops ask for more padding.

About the Vera Bradley A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack

The A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack from Vera Bradley is a women's backpack in a large size. It comes in a single color option and has a cat-themed design, as the name indicates.

The backpack closes with a zipper and holds 30 liters.

Brand
Vera Bradley
Size
Large
Capacity
30 liters
Closure
Zipper
Department
Women's
Colors
One color

Specifications

Size
Large
Department
Women's
Closure Type
Zipper
Option
One Color
Capacity
30 liters capacity

Questions and answers

Does it fit a laptop?
Yes. The main compartment has a padded sleeve sized for most 15-inch laptops, and there is still room for a charger and notebook.
Is it machine washable?
Yes. Vera Bradley quilts this cotton line for machine washing on cold and air drying, which is unusual for a structured backpack.
Is it waterproof?
No. The quilted cotton resists a light drizzle but absorbs water in steady rain, so pack a cover or dry bag for wet commutes.
How does it compare with Vera Bradley's smaller backpacks?
This is the large 30-liter version, so it holds a laptop and a day's gear where the smaller styles suit essentials only. It is heavier and bulkier as a result.
What is in the box?
The backpack only. It has no rain cover, dust bag or extra straps included.
Can it slide over a suitcase handle?
Yes. A trolley sleeve on the back lets it sit on rolling luggage, which makes it a practical carry-on personal item.
Where is the Vera Bradley A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack cheapest?
At Shop, for $59.99, 45% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Vera Bradley A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack?
Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 554 ratings.
Where can I buy the Vera Bradley A Cat's Life Essential Large Backpack?
4 stores we checked sell it, including Vera Bradley Online Outlet, Shop, eBay, Poshmark.

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