Away Suitcases (and bags/ accessories)
I have friends who swear by the Away brand, and they are not alone. These bags have compression, are sturdy and light, come in a number of sizes and colors to meet all your packing needs. Plus, their bags come in expandable versions (starting at $325 ($243 currently on sale), which are game-changers as a rule in my opinion. When it's time to buy or gift a suitcase, this is the brand I'm buying.
FYI, I love that they list which airlines' overhead bins the carry-on bags will fit into.
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