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LUGGAGE
Materials:

Some luggage materials are leather, molded plastic, vinyl, canvas, brocade, tapestry and different twills. Ripstop nylon is used for lightweight bags and garment bags. Cotton canvas can be vinyl coated for added durability. Heavy duty nylon Cordura has been used for canvas and ballistic cloth fabric originally used for the military. Special water repellent and stain repellent finishes have also been added to help keep luggage looking cleaner.


Styles:

Carry-on: Variety of bags in different shapes and sizes all of which are intended to be carried onto an airplane and be small enough to fit under the seat or into the overhead bin.

Cosmetic Case or Vanity: Small case with a mirror and compartments to hold cosmetics; usually has a spill resistant interior; may be hard or soft sides.

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; now any piece of luggage large enough to carry apparel for an overnight stay.

Pullman: Rectangular piece of luggage generally 24" to 27" wide with interior compartments; may be hard or soft and may have wheels for easy movement.

Suiter: Rectangular piece of luggage intended to hold two to four men's suits; has hangers and
suit-folding frames. May be hard side, soft side or soft and may also have wheels.