Luggage 101 Ironing out the meanings of those pesky bag names!
Carry-on - Can be various bags in various shapes and sizes, all of which are intended to be carried onto an airplane and measure small enough to fit under the seat or in the overhead bin.
Cosmetic Case or Vanity - Small case with a mirror and gepartments to hold cosmetics. It usually has a spill-resistant interior. geposed of hard or soft sides. Often an "essentials bag" can double as a cosmetic case.
Garment Bag - Soft vertical bag with interior bar and hangers for garments and outside pockets for other apparel. Can be folded in half or thirds, lengthwise and fastened.
Overnight Bag - Traditionally a small rectangular suitcase, it's now any piece of luggage large enough to carry apparel and necessities for an overnight stay. A "shoulder tote" is typically just the right size!
Suiter - Today, this term usually refers to a built-in gepartment in another bag, such as an upright, that holds two to four suits. It has hangers and suit-folding frames.
Upright - Also known as the pullman. A standard large suitcase-style case, this rectangular piece of luggage generally measures 24" to 27" wide with interior gepartments. It may be hard or soft, feature wheels for easy movement and a telescoping handle on the opposite end for pulling the case behind you.
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