10 Pieces of Luxury Luggage Actually Worth the Splurge, According to Our Editors

Luxury luggage is presented as a travel investment comparable to direct flights, central hotels, and seat upgrades. Premium suitcases and bags are described as lasting longer and traveling as well as the traveler, whether crossing continents or taking scenic routes. The value of luxury luggage is tied to durability, strong warranties, and the ability to withstand wear and tear, rather than brand recognition alone. Some luxury options justify the cost more than others, and a curated set of favorites is identified for different travel needs. Rimowa’s Essential Cabin carry-on is highlighted for features like a telescopic handle, TSA-approved locks, a leather luggage tag, and a compression system that increases packing capacity.

"Investing in luxury luggage doesn't mean you're merely buying into a brand name, though. Sure, Louis Vuitton and Rimowa are synonymous with the jet-set crowd, but these elevated suitcases and bags-including both carry-ons and checked luggage-are built to last. The best luxury luggage is durable, comes with a great warranty, and can handle some wear and tear. Whether you're traveling across the world to a new continent or taking the scenic route on a lavish train, high-quality suitcases travel as well as you do."

"Still, some premium luggage justifies the cost more than others. After many years of travel and countless trips around the world, Condé Nast Traveler editors have zeroed in on which luxury luggage is actually worth the splurge-and we've rounded up 10 of our favorites below. Luxury carry-ons If you're the kind of traveler who frequently heads out on three- to four-day trips, Rimowa's Essential Cabin carry-on may be your perfect bag."

"It has all of the classic features-the telescopic handle, TSA-approved locks, and a leather luggage tag-as well as a unique compression system. "I loved wheeling around this sleek polycarbonate in a moody blue on my recent travels around Colombia, as much for its handsome appearance as for its unexpected roominess," says associate editor Charlie Hobbs. "The [interior compression system] meant that I didn't have to leave anything behind to make room for the numerous handwoven bags and other souvenirs I picked up. It all fit-despite the fact that the bag seemed full when I first packed it.""

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