stackyFACTSBefore heavy-duty plastics took over, the toughest luggage you could buy was essentially made of glorified glue and pulp. Vulcanized fiberboard was just multiple layers of paper chemically treated to become rock hard, meaning vintage travelers were effectively packing their clothes inside a very sturdy envelope.
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Staring blankly at endless black suitcases, silently praying yours was not lost entirely. Spotting your bag brings a rush of relief matched only by the…
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Vintage steamer trunks used heavy brass locks and leather buckling systems that added unnecessary pounds to the cargo. The adoption of the interlocking metal…
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The industry created the 'daypack' so you could buy a second, slightly smaller backpack without feeling guilty. It implies a breezy, carefree attitude towards…
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Nobody actually uses those neon belts for extra structural support. They just want a highly visible way to spot their generic black suitcase in a moving sea…
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There is a very specific type of delusion required to haul a bulky, fragile string instrument across state lines. The person carrying it firmly believes they…
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Shoving five heavy coats and three extra pairs of boots into a suitcase for a simple two day weekend trip to a sunny beach.
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