T+L Editors Name Their Favorite Personalized Luggage Brands-Including July, Leatherology, and More

"Over the years, however, I've come to learn that some brands do personalization better than others, whether the overall product section is more impressive, the user experience is exceptional, or the execution is truly flawless. While I have my own favorite personalized luggage brands (some of which are featured below), Travel + Leisure editors put in additional work to find the top ones on the market today."

"Think of Leathology as your go-to brand for upgraded travel essentials that will last you a lifetime. Each leather item-duffels, weekenders, backpacks, luggage tags, and more-is purposefully designed so as not to prominently feature a Leatherology logo. That space is left open for personalization by debossing, hand painting, or quilted Trapunto. "This bag is monogrammed with my initials in the puffy Trapunto, which is so sleek and less noticeable than a hand-painted or large gold embossed one would be,""

Brands vary widely in their personalization offerings, with differences in product range, user experience, and execution determining perceived quality. Testing of 50 products over six months identified a best overall brand and others notable for high-quality leather options, font selections, custom designs, and color-blocking capabilities. Leathology emphasizes durable leather travel essentials designed to leave logo space for personalization via debossing, hand painting, or quilted Trapunto. Trapunto monogramming produces a puffy, sleek effect and can add roughly two weeks to shipping. Personalized items are final sale, and a one-year limited warranty covers material or craftsmanship defects. Testing prioritized breadth and ease of customization choices.

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