I’ve recently returned to corporate life on the road. You know how it goes – so many interstate and international consulting gigs, so little time.
American Tourister is the carry-on of choice for many airline crew. They come in different colours too. She recommends the American Tourister for quality four-wheelers. Founded in 1933, the brand is considered the more affordable option in the Samsonite luggage stable – and these bags don’t weigh a tonne.Luxury travel ‘designer’ Drew Kluska, founder of The Tailor, agrees. If he’s taking a wheelie, he’ll opt for the lightweight American Tourister Airconic .
Rimova’s Cabin roll-on in pine will turn heads in the business-class lounge. There are matching suitcases too. If you’re a more organised packer, opt for Rimowa’s Cabin bag. In lightweight polycarbonate, weighing in at 3.2kg, this hard-shell bag will keep your belongings secure. Go for ‘pine’, ‘raspberry’, ‘citron yellow’ ‘red gloss’ and more to make a statement as you roll through the business-class lounge.Bear in mind that while Rimowa makes seriously sexy bags, they also tend to indicate a fairly sizeable disposable income.