Luggage

Luggage trends continue to change year on year, but classic leather luggage never seems to go out of style. Perhaps this is because of its durability and classic appearance.

The advent of air travel has brought with it a significant shift in people’s attitudes towards traditional luggage. Priorities have changed: luggage has to be durable to withstand being tossed around by baggage handlers, it must be easily identifiable at baggage claim and, perhaps most importantly, the dimensions of luggage have taken on a particular significance. Many people – particularly business people travelling for work reasons – prefer to avoid the queues and additional fees associated with checking luggage into the hold and are opting instead to fly with hand luggage only. Savvy frequent flyers are therefore heavily influenced in their choice of luggage by the strict rules governing hand luggage dimensions and often choose bags that will double up as work-appropriate cases after they have stepped off the plane. That is part of the reason why more and more people are opting for smart leather hand luggage bag or wheeled leather cabin luggage.

When flying away on holiday or for an extended stay with friends or family, larger suitcases are a must. There is no need to worry about the exact height, width and depth of luggage that is going to be checked into the hold, but it is important to keep an eye on the weight. Most airlines impose restrictions on the weight of checked-in luggage and you are likely to incur fees if you exceed these limits. When choosing larger pieces of luggage, there are a few points that are worth considering: how easy the luggage is to transport, how durable it is and how identifiable at baggage claim.

The first thing to think about is how easy it will be to transport the bag. Nowadays, many people are gravitating towards leather wheeled luggage as it is so much easier to pull your suitcase along behind you than to struggle with it on your shoulder. For those who prefer the style of a holdall or duffle bag, shoulder strap luggage bags or holdalls with a detachable shoulder strap are the most suitable. The second point to take into consideration is the durability of the luggage. Suitcases and holdalls that are checked into the hold are going to have to withstand a great deal of wear and tear. For this reason, it is important to choose hard-wearing luggage, such as quality leather luggage or a polycarbonate suitcase if you prefer a hard shell.

Last but not least, checked-in luggage should be readily identifiable at baggage claim. That’s why it’s always a good idea to go for a suitcase that stands out – for all the right reasons! Avoid garish colours and tacky luggage accessories and stand out from the crowd by ensuring that yours is the most beautiful suitcase on the conveyor. One important tip for recognising your luggage is to ensure that you attach an ID luggage tags to your bag. This will not only make it easier to spot, but will also clear up any confusion if another passenger happens to have a similar bag.

Your luggage says a lot about you. Leather luggage implies a well-travelled individual with discerning taste and a classic sense of style.