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Bring back the golden age of travel with these gorgeous designer suitcases and weekenders. Suitcase Sleeve
Whether you're going away for the weekend or heading on a month-long European jaunt, the luggage you take with you can make or break a trip. That's why investing in a high-end designer suitcase always makes for a good investment. Bags designed by luxury brands are typically made to last (pro tip: look for one with a hardshell, aluminum, or polycarbonate exterior) and tricked out with numerous functional details, like interior compartments, compression pads, and convenient pockets. But they're also designed to look chic as heck. You know, the kind that turns heads in the airport.
From statement check-in bags for the logo-obsessed to minimalist carry-ons for those who want to avoid the risk of lost luggage altogether (IYKYK), here are the best luxury luggage brands worth every penny.
If it's good enough for Logan Roy & Co., it's certainly good enough for the rest of us. As fans of Succession already know, the members of TV's most dysfunctional billionaire clan are partial to subtle markers of extreme wealth—and Carl Friedrik is their choice luggage. And for good reason: understated, sleek, and a perfect way to transport all that Loro Piana cashmere.
One reviewer writes: "Makes travelling a breeze. Elegant and simple design, and the front pocket fits my laptop and two passports perfectly. Would absolutely recommend."
Dimensions: 21.7" H x 15" W x 9.6" D
Lightweight but built to last, Rimowa's aluminum suitcase is so coveted for good reason. But the 125-year-old German brand's mastery of the hardy metal happened by accident—in the 1930s, a fire destroyed most of the materials in Rimowa's factory. All that remained? Aluminum.
Dimensions: 21.7" x 15.8" x 9.1"
Lake Como-based Bric's has found famous fans in the likes of Amal Clooney and Kate Middleton. The Bellagio collection especially embodies all that is great about the 71-year-old brand: fine Italian craftsmanship, beautiful details, and throwback elegance.
Dimensions: 21"W x 30"H x 11"D
As far as status symbol suitcases go, none can rival Louis Vuitton luggage—the 169-year-old brand has its roots in luxury trunks after all. This perennial classic can also be customized in a variety of ways, whether you want to add stripe details, change up the colors, or monogram with your initials.
Since 2005, SteamLine has put a fresh, contemporary spin on timeless vintage silhouettes. Delightfully feminine and incredibly tough, this carry on features an elegant white and tan body that opens to a lush botanical print of foliage, flowers and birds.
Material: Printed Japanese Fibreboard/Leather
Dimensions: 20" x 14.5" x 6.5"
If Rimowa showcases the best of German luggage design and Globe-Trotter the best of England's, T. Anthony is quintessentially American: Chic in its simplicity of design, practical and durable, and a trusted travel staple for generations of moneyed elite, among them the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, the Reagans, Jackie Kennedy, and Marilyn Monroe. Spacious and lightweight, this duffle is understated luxury at its finest.
Ghurka founder Marley Hodgson was inspired by military campaign gear when launching his luggage brand in 1975. That pretty much ensures each piece, handcrafted by artisans, is of the highest quality and is meant to last forever, developing a lovely aged patina as time goes on.
Dimensions: 17.25" W x 10" H x 9" D
Leave it to the manufacturer of some of the world's best high-performance sports cars to master an aerodynamic suitcase that is sleek, functional, durable, and, most importantly, super lightweight.
Dimensions: 32" W x 22" H x 12 ½" D
Observe Dior's iconic Oblique jacquard pattern in a functional waterproof fabric that withstands any elements you may run into while on your adventures—the suitcase's relaxed shape emphasizes its all-purpose capability.
Dimensions: 13" L x 18.5" H x 5.5" W
A suitcase you'll have no trouble finding in baggage claim, this Gucci piece, featuring the luxury house's iconic double G insignia and red/green web, is constructed with durable canvas and comes with 360-degree wheels, retractable handles, and an exterior pocket that makes navigating through any airport a breeze.
Dimensions: 17.7" W x 25.2" H x 11.8" D
British heritage luggage company Globe-Trotter was established in 1897, so it has had over 125 years to hone the most exquisitely crafted suitcase. Queen Elizabeth exclusively used Globe-Trotter luggage, and did so since her honeymoon in 1947, alongside many other members of the royal family. The brand's check-in luggage is made of luggage with refined buckle straps and features protective bumpers for extra protection.
Dimensions: 20.47" W x 10.23" D x 29.3" H
All made in Italy, FPM Milano's suitcases are a modern take on vintage trunks. Thick aluminum shells guarantee your valuables will be protected—plus, each case is reinforced with two butterfly locks plus a TSA lock. The aesthetic details, on the other hand—stud embellishments, handles crafted in fine Italian leather—are a tasteful touch.
Dimensions: 21.5"L x 16"W x 9.5"H
Since launching in 2018, Casablanca has become the brand of choice for the Gen-Z jet set. Consider this your ticket into the club (which counts Bella Hadid and Ella Emhoff as members).
Dimensions: 35cm H x 48cm W x 25cm
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