I hate packing. I mean, most people hate it, I think, but I hate packing. I generally book morning flights for myself, and without fail, I end up procrastinating so thoroughly on putting anything in my suitcase that I end up only getting three or four hours of sleep because suddenly it’s 2am and there’s no physical indication in my apartment that I’m getting on an 8:30 flight. I can’t be sure it’s the only reason, but I suspect at least part of the reason for this avoidance is because my suitcase is really old, ugly and beaten up.
Luggage is something that most people probably don’t replace as frequently as they should or could, but if it’s been a while since you bought a suitcase, you might be surprised at how many fun options there are at a whole range of price points. At the very least, these bags might be a little less of a drag to haul out of the closet. (And if you’re worried about visible wear but still need a new suitcase, many of the ones below are very well-rated and also come in darker colors.)
AWAY Carry-On Suitcase
$225 via AWAY
Brunello Cucinelli Glitter Leather and Monilli Suitcase
$9,995 via Neiman Marcus
Calpak Astyll Marble Print Suitcase
$125 via Nordstrom
Calpak x Oh Joy Carry-On Suitcase
$135 via Shopbop
Chanel Trolley Suitcase
$8,100 via Chanel
Fendi Bag Bugs Trolley Suitcase
$4,200 via SSENSE
MCM Voyager Visetos Travel Trolley
$1,480 via Neiman Marcus
Gucci Tian GG Supreme Carry On
$3,490 via Gucci
Herschel Supply Co. Trade Small Suitcase
$160 via Shopbop
Louis Vuitton Horizon 55 Suitcase
$4,300 via Louis Vuitton
Nordstrom Chevron Spinner Carry-On Bag
$139 via Nordstrom
Ookonn Leather-Trimmed Hardshell Suitcase
$295 via Net-a-Porter
Prada Tessuto Nylon Suitcase
$2,400 via Neiman Marcus
Rimowa Salsa Air Suitcase
$495 via Neiman Marcus
Samsonite Centric Hardside Spinner Suitcase
$360 via Bloomingdale’s
Sprayground Camo Shark Spinner
$385 via LUISAVIAROMA
Thom Browne Leather Trolley Suitcase
$5,500 via Neiman Marcus
TravelPro MaxLite Spinner Suitcase
$300 via Bloomingdale’s
Tumi V3 International Explandable Wheeled Carry-On
$525 via Nordstrom
