Baggage Claims
One of the main selling points of luggage is its longevity
—an attribute that can be supported by a distributor choosing the right fabric for a client as well as paying extremely close attention to the details that indicate superior construction.
Although it’s no secret travel bags are not exactly handled with care in the course of their lifetimes, there are certain fabrics that better stand up to rough trips. For example, according to Jamie Cimino, president of New Ulm, Minnesota-based Canyon Outback Leather Goods, “leather luggage lasts for years.” He pointed to both leather as well as ballistic nylon as the toughest materials for luggage, and added another benefit of leather is its ability to maintain a “cool look” over time.