Before you take off on your next trip, make sure to have the best luggage in tow.
No trips planned? From affordable staples to statement pieces, this gear will inspire you to get moving.
Duffel shuffle
Leave it to chic clothing e-tailer Everlane to reinvent the classic duffel. Its Mover Pack ($78) is a hybrid duffel that can turn into backpack when its contents become too heavy. It also comes in an assortment of Instagram-worthy colors for that next quick getaway.
Bespoke’s model
A perfect suitcase reflects your personality. Good thing Roam allows travelers to customize everything from the case and the wheels to the zippers and the stitching in hues from safari green to Arabian purple. It’s founded by Tumi execs Charlie Clifford and Larry Lein, so expect durability and a comprehensive warranty. The Jaunt carry-on is $350.
What a strapping young couple
For travelers designed by New York-based husband-and-wife jetsetters, Nomad Lane’s Bento Bag carryall just might be the perfect personal item. It unzips down the middle to open flat for easy packing; there is also a pocket specially designed for a portable battery with room for a charger cord to snake out. Carry it via two short handles or a longer shoulder strap; it also slides right onto your rollaboard’s retractable handle. Order one now via IndieGoGo for a reduced price and get the bag just in time for the holidays ($169).
Just the basics
Need a solid, no-frills bag without spending a fortune? AmazonBasics rolled out its own line of Hard-Sided Spinner Luggage that starts at just $49.99 for a 20-inch suitcase. For all you skeptics, Amazon puts the expandable rollaboards through at least 12 durability tests to make sure they last.
Fair leather friend
Los Angeles design company This Is Ground makes sleek, functional bags of handmade leather. Ever dug around in a purse, elbow deep, to find an item? This Is Ground designed its Work Tote to zip open completely flat for easy packing, unpacking and repacking ($495).
Nice vintage
A throwback to the golden age of travel when branded steamer trunks reigned, Steamline Luggage makes suitcases with a vintage vibe updated for the modern era. Many have wheels, and its vanity cases and hatboxes can double as personal items. In bright colors and vibrant patterns with contrasting silky linings, these valises are certain to turn heads — and wallets (purse-sized items from $280, suitcases from $700).