India, Oct. 31 -- I'm not someone who can manage with just one suitcase. As a self-proclaimed wanderluster, I tend to overthink every small detail before a trip. Is my cabin suitcase perfect? Will it handle the chaos of travelling with kids? Does it have a laptop compartment for work trips? Because heavy handbags and backpacks are just not my thing! For short getaways, I need something compact yet spacious. For longer trips, when there's already check-in luggage, I prefer something sleeker and more stylish for that perfect airport look.

While I do love minimal packing hacks, a few luggage indulgences are always allowed. Over the years, I've built quite a collection of suitcases, gifting away the ones that didn't quite meet my checklist. ...