The type of luggage you should buy depends on how you travel. Try to consider the practicalities before being enticed by the endless colours and styles available!

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If you buy this case in “golden yellow”, you’ll spot it the moment it arrives on the luggage belt. As well as appealing to style-conscious travellers, it will also work for practical ones. The expandable design is robust and roomy. It manoeuvred well on concrete and carpet too, but wasn’t so keen on tarmac and cobbles, making a right din. The outer shell proved mostly water-resistant, but rain soaked through the zipper and dampened a few of our belongings. There's nothing quite like planning a trip away, and wherever you're headed for your next big adventure, you’ll need luggage you can rely on.

Made for the mountains, it's no wonder this duffel-cum-suitcase proved sturdy on test; it came through our drop, curb and stair tests almost entirely unscathed. We’d suggest keeping it sheltered from really heavy rain though – although its water-repellent front impressed, the zip and fabric at the top did let some liquid through.

Bevelled Gem Floral Suitcase | Dunelm

It’s all in the detail though with this well-manufactured design. It comes with a dust bag for safe storage at home, a water-resistant toiletries bag, a laundry bag and an identity tag. Adjustable straps helped secure luggage well too. Wheels: Most suitcases are four-wheelers — sometimes referred to as spinner suitcases — that can be wheeled alongside you as well as pulled behind. Two-wheeled suitcases tend to have slightly bigger wheels and can be easier to pull up and over kerbs, but we generally prefer the versatility and balance of spinners. Measuring 55 x 35 x 20cm with a 30 litre capacity as standard, the suitcase can expand out to 55 x 40 x 25cm with a 37 litre capacity.Once on the go, it was easy to manoeuvre, with the wheels moving smoothly and quietly on every surface. In fact, they remained robust throughout all our tests. When full, however, the handles weren’t that comfortable. Size: Will the suitcase fit in your car boot and be easy to lug about? If you think you may struggle, look for a robust yet lightweight option. It survived our durability tests almost entirely unscathed, with just the expected minor scuffing. Impressively for such a lightweight case, the main panels emerged pristine after dropping and any dents popped out immediately.

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Our rigorous durability tests left little more than a few scuff marks, with no visible damage to the wheels or body. It’s water-resistant but the top zipper absorbs moisture. Here at Constellation we believe that your luggage should mirror your image and reflect your own personal style. Since international air travel took off Constellation have been producing suitcases with a difference, featuring bespoke designs and unique prints. As a British-based company, we have a rich history of making eye-catching and quirky suitcases that you can trust. EasyJet Cabin Approved - Have peace of mind that your suitcase will fit the luggage restrictions on your flight Available in a range of colours (opt for the limited edition neon range for something that stands out on the luggage belt), this is the case to go for if you’re after luggage that’s as stylish as it is sturdy.