Eastpak suitcases
Eastpak suit la tendance des tissus souples alors que le marché privilégie les coques rigides, que ce soit en format cabine ou en grande taille. Useful volume, number of wheels, interior organisation: these are the criteria that differentiate the models.
Suitcases Eastpak are soft fabric luggage, descendants of the backpack that made the brand famous. They come in cabin size for a short flight and larger sizes for the hold, with fabric that absorbs shocks, can be packed flat, and handles uneven loads better than a hard case.
The Eastpak soft fabric suitcases and their urban look
A Eastpak suitcase is first recognised by its fabric, while most luggage opts for a hard shell. In practical terms, the material bends instead of cracking, it swallows a jacket slipped in at the last moment and can be stored flat in a cupboard when empty. It does require a bit of care on the corners and a wipe with a damp sponge instead of a machine wash.
Cabin suitcase Eastpak: what size for a short flight
For a two-day round trip, a cabin suitcase Eastpak is more than enough. Measure the bag when packed rather than empty, as the fabric expands, and check the limit set by your airline before you go. The usable volume is just as important as the stated size since a soft bag fills to the seams while a hard case maintains its shape.
- Soft fabric: more forgiving when packed than a hard shell
- Front pocket: for items that need to come out at security
- Internal straps: they hold the stack of clothes in place
Choosing your Eastpak suitcase: wheels, volume and maintenance
Two wide wheels roll over train platforms effortlessly, while a Eastpak suitcase with 4 wheels can be pushed with a finger in a smooth airport hall. During sales, a suitcase Eastpak is mainly compared by hand, looking at the zippers, the density of the fabric, and the finish of the stitching. The fabric can be cleaned with a sponge, left to air dry, and retouched more easily than a cracked hard case.
