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This trunk-style suitcase from Carl Friedrik is slightly taller and narrower than most checked luggage. While the Hartmann Reserve Trunk has a 50/50 partition, this one has an 80/20 divide, which is great for irregularly shaped or bulky items that wouldn’t necessarily fit in a regular suitcase. We found it impressively spacious, fitting all items on our packing list with room to spare, so it would also be perfect for a long-haul trip. We appreciated all the organizational features, including the collapsible dividers, zippered compartments, and compression straps. It comes with three removable packing cubes, too. It has three latches to close it instead of zippers, which add a sleek look. While this trunk is somewhat heavy when empty, it’s not cumbersome or bulky. That said, we thought it was easier to maneuver on two wheels than four when we rolled it straight up beside us rather than pulling it behind us. The handle only had one height, likely due to the height of the trunk, and it did stick when we pushed it almost all the way down, though we still think it felt sturdy enough to support the bag. All things considered, we think this suitcase would be ideal for longer trips on account of the spacious capacity and packability.
Add some glamour to any look with Louis Vuitton’s classic Alma bag, in its trademark monogram print. The style has existed in various forms for more than 120 years and only seems to improve with age. JW Anderson’s Bumper bag has become a real favourite in the Bazaar office, and with so many colours to choose from, there really is a style for everyone (as well as the more curvy Bumper Moon). See more about the Bumper bag here. Givenchy’s Voyou, a slouchy V-shaped shoulder bag, launched this summer, and quickly became a fashion-editor favourite. The style comes in mini, medium and large, various colour iterations, as well as leather, satin and even washed denim. The strap can also be adjusted to be long, short or worn crossbody. We love it in classic black.
If you want top-of-the-line luxury luggage, Tumi won’t disappoint. The brand’s 19 Degree Aluminum International Carry-on is easy to pack thanks to plentiful internal organizational features, like the zippered compartments, compression straps, and a hanger bracket. While there’s no expander on this zipperless luggage, we found it spacious enough for a weekend trip, and thoughtful packers can also make it work with the addition of a personal item bag. It’s full of useful details as well, including a card slot for an additional ID or an Apple AirTag. At 11 pounds, this suitcase is slightly heavy for a carry-on. However, the aluminum shell and sturdy spinner wheels are notably durable. It was a breeze to roll on two and four wheels, with evenly distributed weight and leather-wrapped handles that were easy to grip. The glossy design has a sleek, high-end appeal — we tested the blush option and loved the elegant appearance, and it is available in several other metallic colors with Tumi’s signature ridges.
Travelpro’s Platinum Elite carry-on spinner won high marks from our testers across the board. It’s made from sturdy and weather-resistant material, offers generous capacity and compact design and has smooth-rolling wheels that never snag. “It’s very simple to maneuver around, even on concrete,” one of our testers says. Speaking on its exterior, she says, “I haven’t had any tearing or scuffing yet.” The softside suitcase is also smartly outfitted with compression straps, a USB port, accessory pockets and a water-resistant toiletry bag.