27 Suitcases And Accessories That Ease The Pain Of Traveling

Because going to the airport is infinitely better if you have a carry-on you’re proud of.

Suitcases:

1. Map Suitcase, $144.97

It’s extremely sturdy, which is great for bumpy flights. Get it here.

Source: shop.heys.ca

2. Pantone Suitcases, ¥16,800

Available here (in Japanese).

Source: zozo.jp

3. Owl Suitcase, $45.95

Available here.

Source: etsy.com

4. Polycarbonate Suitcase, $197.50

Pretty much indestructible (bonus: looks kind of like EVE from “WALL-E.”) Available here.

Source: muji.us

5. Bespoke Curved Suitcase

They’re by artist Sarah Williams and they’re all custom-made, AKA they definitely cost a whole bunch.

Source: museandmaker.com

6. Mummy Suitcase, 90€

Available here.

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7. BoomCase, $760

I am in no way suggesting that you give Urban Outfitters a month’s rent in exchange for an obsolete piece of technology tucked inside a suitcase; I just thought you should know that it is a thing that exists in the world.

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Carry-ons:

8. Canvas Backpack, $60

Buy it here.

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9. Sequin-Dipped Duffel, $137

Get it here.

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10. Floral Makeup Pouch, $25

Get it here.

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11. Galaxy Backpack, $19.99

Buy it here.

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12. Computer Bag, $169.95

Buy it here.

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13. Vintage Carry-All, $30

Available here.

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14. Studded Weekender, $475

Definitely pricey, but you could always use it in self-defense if somebody tries to mug you. Buy it here.

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15. Colorblocked Briefcase, $185

Get it here.

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16. Large Car Tote, $280

Again, pricey, but Orla Kiely stuff lasts forever.

Source: orlakiely.com

17. Canvas Child’s Suitcase/ Makeup Case, 39€

Available here.

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Accessories:

18. Elephant Passport Cover, $8

Buy it here.

Source: etsy.com

19. Heated Travel Mug, $24.99

This handy device plugs into your car’s cigarette lighter (and you can always unplug it too).

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20. Suitcase Eyes

Available at select Muji stores, or you could make some yourself.

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21. Mini Travel Bar, $59.50

Get it here and you’ll never fear flying again.

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22. Personalized Luggage Tag, $8.50

Available here.

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23. Penguin Classic Luggage Tag, $9.95

Available here.

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24. Universal Travel Adapter, $22.95

Get it here and never blow out your hairdryer while on an exchange trip to the French Alps again.

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25. Cat Sleep Mask, $8

For cat naps. (Sorry.) Buy it here.

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26. Strangely Codependent Luggage Tag, $14

Buy it here.

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27. Ostrich Pillow

If this looks like the kind of product you’d love to have, fund its Kickstarter campaign and get napping.

Source: kickstarter.com

Once you replace an old suitcase, don’t throw it out! Here are some ways to re-use vintage luggage:

28. DIY Repurposed Suitcase Table

Full tutorial here.

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29. Suitcase Lid Breakfast Tray

This idea will make any staycation way more adorable.

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30. Suitcase Gift Boxes, $11.50 - $14.50

These Paper Source faux-suitcases aren’t sturdy enough to transport your possessions across the country, but they’ll add an element of wanderlust to your holiday gifts.

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31. If all else fails, turn a suitcase into a cat bed.

They’d prefer if you stay at home.

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