Buyer's Guide - Luggage

In the earlier times, huge trunks and chests formed a major part of the traveler’s luggage. As the traveler grew savvy and his needs changed, luggage manufacturers have had to keep pace by offering a vast range of luggage to cater to all kinds of customers. There are special bags available for children, men, women, professionals and sportsmen. Read on, as we try and list the different types of luggage carriers currently available in the market along with their usability.

The face of the luggage has changed with a wide range available in terms of types, materials, shapes, sizes and functions and price. The luggage industry uses synthetic and lightweight materials such as denim, leather, ballistic nylon, polypropylene and polyester in the construction of luggage.

Luggage can be bought as individual pieces or as a coordinated luggage sets from popular brands like Samsonite , Coach Luggage, Pink Luggage and Vintage Luggage. Basically there are two types of luggage sets: large and small. The large luggage set includes suitcases, Pullman, hard-sided, soft-sided and semi-soft sided suitcases. While duffel bags, carry-on luggage, briefcases, computer and business cases as well as tote and casual bags forms part of the small luggage set. Most designer luggage sets comprise of one large suitcase, or a large rolling bag, a carry-on bag and a tote bag and sometimes a suit or garment bag.