“Look for a case that has plenty of inside pockets, compartments and zipper dividers, so that you can maximise the space you have,” adds Spiteri.

Lock It Down

“Security is also extremely important,” says Fard. “Opt for pieces which boast locks and other features that keep belongings safe and secure.”

A TSA lock will ensure your luggage can be unlocked quickly and easily by US security personnel, meaning they won’t have to ruin your case by forcing it open manually.

Make It Your Own

Worth considering for investment pieces like carry-on and check-in suitcases, personalisation and monogramming lends luggage an inimitable edge.

“This is a service which many of our customers take advantage of,” says Fard. “They feel it makes a piece truly theirs.”

Keep It Classic

If a carry-on is simply an extension of your travel wardrobe, it should be treated as such. So don’t be tempted by garish designs or all-over patterns (even if shirts of that variety are currently on-trend). Stick to classic colourways and metals such as black, navy or silver.

Use a cool or personalised travel tag as a way of marking out which is yours on the carousel instead.

Trim The Fat

With airline luggage allowances seemingly shrinking faster than bars of Toblerone, the weight of your case is more important than you might think – a kilogram here or there can be the difference between having to shell out extortionate excess baggage fees.