When it comes to wedding spending, there's nothing better than investing in a forever piece that you know you'll wear again and again - whether that's bridal shoes or a slick suit that will stand the test of time. We happen to think your wedding is also the perfet time to buy yourself a forever luggage set. After all, not only will you have the wedding weekend itself and possibly a mini moon to pack for, but there's also the all-important honeymoon, and you'll want to arrive in style. Here, we've rounded up 10 of the best luggage brands to shop for wedding luggage for your honeymoon, that you'll not only love, but will have for years to come. For everything from long-haul heros to carry-on classics, read on...
Best Wedding Luggage
Steamline
We're completely in love with the beautifully bound, vintage-inspired leather trunks from Steamline (€307 -€872). It combines the modern elements you need in a luggage set to guarantee secure travel with ease, but packages it in the prettiest way imaginable both inside and out, with an array of sweet and chic colourways available. If you're worried about damage in transit, each trunk comes with its own ripstop nylon cover. The large hatbox cases are seriously retro and a fabulous carry-on option, but the large stowaway size would not only fit everything you'd need for a honeymoon, but is so special you could even use it as storage in your house in between adventures! For more see steamlineluggage.com.
Rimowa
This iconic brand was busy making wooden trunks way back in 1898, but today Rimowa's high-tech polycarbonate cases are not only sleek, but tough, light and so easy to manoevre when you're trying to navigate a busy airport. The Essential range includes a handy 34 litre cabin size up to an enormous 101 litre trunk plus size (€650 - €1090) and comes in ivory - the perfect shade for wedding luggage - or if you're feeling bold, a glossy lavender, citron yellow or red! For more see rimowa.com.
Hey Chesto
Hey Chesto is another favourite vintage trunk-style brand of ours that is simultaneously stylish and practical. The range is small with just one size (48cm x 44cm) in four colourways available (£395/€449), but it really is a super weekender bag, perfect for a mini moon. The glam gold rivets and latches really pop against the four versatile colours - navy blue, plum, cream and matt gold. The cover is made from hard-wearing PU leather which is a great option for vegans, and each case is lined with retro striped cotton fabric. Give yours an extra personal touch by personalising your trunk with your initials! See more at heychesto.com.
Kipling
For great value you really cannot beat the large four-wheeled Spontaneous L case by Kipling, (€279.90). It's soft and really light, but water repellent and spacious, with lots of compartments for easy packing and quick access. It comes in an fabulous metallic champagne shade that pairs beautifully with a bridal wardrobe, and with a cabin-sized and small spinner version available that nest into each other, as a set they're really easy to store. See more at kipling.com.
FPM Milano
Starting out life as an Italian leather goods brand in 1946, FPM Milano is now synonymous with contemporary aluminum trunks. The Bank Spinner 68 litre ($1925/€1780) is made with an avant-garde aluminum exterior, finished with premium leather handles and comes with cleverly designed interior compartments to organise your essentials. See more at fpm.ie
Paravel
Sustainability is at the heart of Paravel, as this travel brand uses upcycled materials in all of its cases. Plastic water bottles are recycled to create canvas and nylon textiles, and vegan leather made from 60% recycled materials mean that all suitcases still retain that luxury feel you want. The company also has a carbon-neutral shipping policy by offsetting its CO2 consumption. But the jewel in the crown of the collection is the stylish Aviator set - the world's first carbon neutral suitcase - which comes in three sizes and five colourways (€475 to €610)! We love that you can get your case monogrammed with up to three letters for free. See more at tourparavel.com.
Rock Luggage
We could totally see ourselves jetting off to a fabulous destination with the entire Vintage set from Rock Luggage. This UK brand is a favourite with the travel set in no small thanks to the design - classic trunk style with leather detailing, but made with a hardshell exterior, meaning its lightweight, tough and pretty. What's not to love? It comes in classic cream, rose pink, navy and black, plus limited edition shades of emerald green, burgundy and champagne gold. You can buy the three sizes invidiually, in cabin, medium and large (£104/€118 - £129/€146.75) or save yourself £40 when you buy all three in the honeymoon-ready complete luggage set. See more at rockluggage.com.
Delsey
Add Parisian style to your honeymoon look with a luggage set from chic French brand Delsey. Modern, elegant, pratical and great value for excellent quality - these cases tick a lot of boxes. One safety feature worth noting is the anti-theft double zip, and like Paravel, it uses recycled plastic materials. We love the Chatelet trunk (€505) in creamy angora and tan, as above, or dusky pink with burgundy trim, and both come with a matching beauty case (€215). See more at delsey.com.
Floyd
Floyd certainly know how to put the fun into travel! These cases exude a 'roller skating on Venice Beach' vibe that is perfect if you want something that's going to stand out on the carousel at the airport. Not only do the trunks come in an array of colours, with its distinctive orange zipper and lining, but you can also customise your kit with a choice of 12 wheel colours (€645)! See more at floyd.one.
Tumi
Expandable luggage can be a total lifesaver when you've done a bit too much shopping on your honeymoon, and the Extended Trip Expandable Case by Tumi (€850) is our top pick. Not only does it come in lavender, coral and this gorgeous mint shade but you can personalise it with your initials or cute symbols including love hearts and four leaf clovers. Made with a recycled polycarbonate shell, it's lightweight and flexible, and very durable. See more at tumi.sg.
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Want to fund that dream honeymoon - we tackle the awkward question of how to ask for cash gifts here! Also don't forget to listen to our dedicated podcast episode on honeymoons here where we answer all your travel dilemmas!
