The ‘excess’ in the headline indicates overindulgence, rather an extravagance of the shopping kind when it comes to bags and luggage bearing big brand names.
Alligator Luggage
This set of six-piece Alligator Luggage from Bottega Veneta is a limited-edition collection, which includes three suitcases in three sizes, one briefcase, one duffel bag and a beauty case. All of them are handcrafted from alligator skin and feature burnished metal hardware with corners reinforced. What makes this set seem affordable, despite the price tag of $157,000 for the entire set, is that you could buy individual pieces, depending on your budget and taste, for anywhere between $25,000 to $50,000.
Price: $157,000
Leather Luggage
Described as the ultimate set of travel luggage, this uber-luxurious merchandise from Louis Vuitton is designed, literally, for the high-flyer. With the LV logo displayed on it, the set comprises four matching suitcases, a jewellery case, a wardrobe, an armoire, a cruiser bag, and a hat bag. The luggage pieces have four multi-directional wheels and are voluminous enough to hold most of your luggage. But it is the touch of sophistication oozing from the boxy shape that adds to its oomph factor.
Price: $60,000.
Shoe Trunk
Buying a limited edition Gucci Guccissima Leather Shoe Trunk might make your wallet lighter by $50,000, but if you are looking to make a style statement with your luggage, this is the piece that you would be proud to own. It is handmade from rich brown leather with lock-and-buckle closures that add a classic touch to it. The set comes with leather-covered wooden drawers and two wooden compartments.
Price: $50,000
Travel Friend
TravelFriend Suitcase from Dutch entrepreneur Henk van de Meene has a mix of aluminium and carbon, along with a coating of gold and palladium (silvery-white metal), as well as ebony wood. However, despite the materials used, it is weightless with a central gravity design; it is easy to roll on its retractable six-inch titanium wheels. There are four more side wheels that help to wheel the bag on board. The team of experts at Henk claim that it takes about three weeks to hand make each piece.
Price: $30,000
Globe-Trotter
This Globe-Trotter 007 Spectre Luggage is for all James Bond fans. It is a limited edition collection, with every bag featuring Windsor-grained leather corners and straps and navy fibreboard and shiny brass hardware; it comes with the notable 007 lining. The nine-piece set includes a suitcase, two trolley cases, an attaché case, two wallets and a passport cover.
Price: $13,000
Orion Suitcase
The Hermes Orion suitcase is functional, and is aesthetic to boot. The interior of the suitcase is reinforced with aluminium which makes it one durable suitcase. It has been designed keeping in mind the requirements of a frequent traveller. Created by Design Director Gabriele Pezzlini, the suitcase is a mix of brushed aluminium and natural cowhide.
Price: $12,100
Valextra Avietta Luggage
Said to be one of the most valuable luggage sets, this three-piece luggage is designed by Italy’s famous high-end luggage and accessory brand, Valextra. The bag has Pirelli wheels and is made from Kevlar fabric; it has lacquered edges that enhance its look and give it a style factor.
Price: $7,600