August 2024 | Mind the Luggage

And here we are and it is August-time-of-the-year. Maybe because it’s my birthday month or maybe because August is the synonym to summer in my mind as a citizen of the Northern Hemisphere, I feel a spark of joy every day when checking out my Google calendar during this month.

Just coming back from a trip to Napoli and Costiera Amaflitana, with luggage filled with as - much - limoncellos and handmade pasta - as possible for our loved ones back home, I started wondering why luggage is so underestimated as an investment piece?

Maybe it’s actual role as a means that carries our stuff for – presumably- a short period of time - or maybe because sometimes if in the wrong hands or airline it can be broken to pieces thus you feel you shouldn’t splurge on it.

The thing is, luggage is very important. Both carry on and checked luggage. You use it for travelling or even for visiting friends for a long weekend close to home. When choosing wise with focus on functionality and quality, a luggage can be a loyal staple that won’t let you down for many years and travels to follow.

Quality luggage and travel accessories are worth the splurge as they can keep your valuables intact and make your life easier in many ways. First and foremost, the 4 wheel-lightweight roller suitcases out there make you feel that you can carry around a 24-kilo checked luggage with your pinky finger.  Why would someone not want that? Of course, picking a brand with high-quality wheel system will save you money long-term. Delsey’s Paris St Tropez is one of the most elegant lightweight 4-roller suitcases out there, made from polycarbonate with zip SECURITECH technology plus removable and washable lining.

From color to finish to extra compartments, Rimowa’s aluminum suitcases are also a seal-the-deal pick. The jet setters’ favorite brand offers online bespoke UNIQUE luggage service, where in four easy steps you can create and purchase your own customized RIMOWA suitcase. Cabin Luggage Harness accessory, a vest of pockets and compartments is a must if you choose a cabin size suitcase from the brand.

 If you wish to trace your luggage to be sure its following you to the right destination then TUMI’s Ultra-lightweight Tegra-Lite collection has you covered as these sleek four wheel suitcases include a TUMI tracer System, which helps reunite Tumi customers with their lost or stolen items including luggage and business cases.

Many brands include the option to have your monograms printed on the luggage which is cool and also this way you are safe it will not be confused if someone is carrying exactly the same model as you. No need to say TSA approved locks are a non-negotiable.

Safe travels and enjoy the rest of Women’s Month

ELENI NODARAKI

Creative Editorial Director

Write to me on eleni@decorationrunway.com