Your Summer Travel Deserves Better Luggage—Shop Our Top-Tested Picks on Sale
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I’ve been covering Memorial Day sales for nearly a decade, and I can confidently say that this holiday is one of the best times of the year to buy new luggage. Over time, I’ve seen savings anywhere from 15% to 40% per suitcase—and yes, that includes the hot-and-trendy brands like Monos and Delsey Paris.
But even ahead of Memorial Day, I’ve already spotted a few luggage discounts on items that our pros at the Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab have reviewed. Not to mention, you can already save on a popular weekender carry-on bag beloved by our staffers, plus some gorgeous luggage sets that rarely go on sale.
Our favorite hardside luggage, the Samsonite Freeform, has performed well in Lab tests, with testers and pros praising its durability and easy maneuverability. Our Textiles Lab pros gave it perfect scores for its ability to open and close smoothly.
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Our pros, editors, and even Oprah is a fan of BAGSMART. Testers were impressed with how much they could fit inside this weekender, which works as a personal item for most airlines.
American Tourister is one of our favorite luggage brands, and we love this budget-friendly option for anyone specifically looking for new checked luggage. Home & Apparel Reviews Analyst Amanda Constantine used this bag for almost 10 years, noting that it held up well (despite minor scuffs and scrapes). She even eventually passed it on to another family member, praising its durability.
We love the faux-leather accents and vintage feel on this Desley Paris pick. Aside from looking great inside and out, one of our staffers who owns the Chatelet says, “The wheels are so smooth, and it’s a breeze to roll through the airport.”
Contributing Writer Jessica Hartshorn is a big fan of this no-frills laptop backpack. “It doesn't have any flashy features, but it can impressively hold at least three days' worth of clothes, a laptop and a water bottle—all while fitting within the personal item size limits of most airlines,” she says.
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This set is an investment—you get one carry-on and one checked luggage in a gorgeous metallic color. Our pros say that this luggage “looks as great as it performs,” noting that the suitcases proved to be water-resistant, were easy to roll around, and that the zippers opened and closed with ease. We’ve been tracking this set since April, and this is the best price to get it now.
Another gorgeous suitecase, this Monos pick won over testers with its sleek, modern, and minimalist look. The wheels glided smoothly in our tests, and the spacious compartments impressed our pros. Just note that these may scuff easily.
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