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The Guide to Choosing the Perfect Suitcase for Every Type of Holiday | My Style Bags
The Guide to Choosing the Perfect Suitcase for Every Type of Holiday | My Style Bags

The Guide to Choosing the Perfect Suitcase for Every Type of Holiday

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, a summer holiday or a longer trip, choosing the right suitcase can make all the difference. Size, capacity, materials and ease of transport are just some of the factors to consider when finding the luggage that best suits your needs.

Not every trip requires the same amount of space: a short getaway can be managed with a compact suitcase, while a longer holiday or a winter trip may require greater capacity. Choosing between a hard-shell and a soft-sided model can also depend on the type of trip and your personal travel habits.
In this guide, we’ll explore how to choose the perfect suitcase for every type of holiday, from the different sizes available to capacity, colours and the features of hard-shell and soft-sided models.

How to Choose the Right Model
Our suitcases are available in two different styles and a range of sizes, designed to suit a variety of travel needs. The collection includes hard-shell and soft-sided models, both featuring a telescopic handle and four multidirectional wheels designed to ensure smooth rolling and easy manoeuvrability.

-Hard-Shell XS: A compact case designed for very short trips, weekend getaways or anyone looking for an especially small luggage option. With a capacity of 14 litres, it’s ideal for travelling light and can be paired with one of the larger models, keeping your essential items close at hand.
-Hard-Shell S: A compact yet spacious option, ideal for short trips. With a capacity of 36 litres, it’s designed to fit in the overhead compartment as carry-on luggage, allowing you to bring everything you need without compromising on space.
-Hard-Shell M: A larger suitcase designed for checked baggage and suitable for a variety of trips. Its 60-litre capacity makes it easy to organise clothing and accessories, providing plenty of room for longer stays.
-Hard-Shell L: The largest model in the collection, with a capacity of 100 litres. Designed for checked baggage, it’s the ideal solution for longer trips or anyone who needs to pack bulkier clothing and belongings.
-Soft-Sided S: Made from waterproof nylon, this model offers a capacity of 30 litres and is designed for travellers who value lightweight practicality on shorter trips. It’s also suitable as carry-on luggage for the overhead compartment.
-Soft-Sided M: With a capacity of 47 litres, this is the largest model in the soft-sided collection. Its nylon construction offers additional space while maintaining a lightweight and practical design.

How Do You Choose the Right Suitcase Capacity?
Choosing the right suitcase capacity depends primarily on the type of trip you’re planning. There’s no single ideal size for every situation: the amount of space you need depends on several factors, from the length of your stay to your destination.
The activities you have planned can also influence your choice. A relaxing getaway may require less space than a holiday involving sports or occasions that call for specific clothing and accessories.

The length of your trip is naturally another factor to consider. A compact model may be sufficient for a weekend or a few days away, while longer stays are likely to require a suitcase with greater capacity.
Your destination and the season can also make a difference. A summer holiday generally requires less space, whereas bulky winter clothing may make a larger suitcase more practical.

Considering these factors before making your choice will help you find the capacity that best suits your needs, avoiding both an unnecessarily large suitcase and the frustration of running out of space.

Colours and Styles: Which One Should You Choose?
A suitcase is more than just a piece of luggage: it can become an extension of your personal style and reflect your personality. Colour, design and the features of each model can express different ways of travelling. Here’s how to find the one that suits you best.
For those who appreciate a more understated and versatile style, suitcases in black, navy blue and cream are easy to coordinate and suitable for a variety of occasions. If you prefer bolder shades, forest green, burgundy and caramel add character to your luggage without compromising on elegance.
Design also allows you to express different preferences. The hard-shell suitcases featuring signature stripes are a distinctive element of the collection, adding a recognisable detail to each model. The versions without stripes, on the other hand, are designed for those who prefer a cleaner, more minimalist aesthetic.
The soft-sided suitcases stand out for their more sporty and casual character, while maintaining a lightweight and practical design.

One Suitcase, Different Styles
- A summer holiday by the sea:
Choose light, bright shades such as the Cream Hard-Shell Suitcase.
-A winter escape to a mountain chalet: Opt for warm, natural colours such as the Forest Green Hard-Shell Suitcase, or choose the signature stripes for a distinctive finishing touch.
-A weekend city break: The Navy Blue Hard-Shell Suitcase is ideal for a more understated and versatile look.
-A trip to the other side of the world: Make a bolder statement with Burgundy Hard-Shell Suitcase.

And for those who love to coordinate every detail of their journey, the hard-shell suitcases featuring signature stripes can also be paired with the collection’s beauty cases and Harvard duffel bags, creating a coordinated and instantly recognisable travel set.

Ultimately, hard-shell suitcases offer greater protection and structure, while soft-sided models prioritise lightness and flexibility. The right choice depends on the type of trip you’re taking and your individual needs.

Choosing the perfect suitcase starts with understanding your travel habits and the requirements of each holiday. Size, capacity, materials, colours and construction all contribute to making your journey easier and more organised.

Whether you choose a hard-shell or soft-sided model, a compact case or a larger suitcase, the important thing is to find one that combines practicality with style.
After all, luggage is more than just what we bring with us: it’s also part of the way we choose to travel.

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