The Carry-On Suitcase I Never Travel Without Is $120 Off for Black Friday (It Has a Built-In Closet!)

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Nikol SlatinskaCommerce Shopping Writer at Apartment Therapy
Nikol SlatinskaCommerce Shopping Writer at Apartment Therapy
I write home shopping content for Apartment Therapy. My job entails product testing and reviewing, as well as writing serviceable shopping guides for furniture and home decor. I received my undergraduate journalism degree at the University of Missouri and wrote for local publications in my college town.
published Nov 11, 2024
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With the holiday travel season approaching, you don’t want to add to the chaos by bringing along unreliable luggage. Maybe your decade-old suitcase is pretty banged up, or you’re unsure whether your carry-on will fit everything you need. In any case, now is the perfect time to replace your current bag because retailers have begun their Black Friday deals. One sale we’ve been looking forward to all year is Solgaard’s.

The brand behind our commerce editor’s favorite carry-on is offering big sitewide discounts, including one on the very product that she can’t stop raving about. You should have a look at all of the products on offer, but if there’s one thing you buy, make it Solgaard’s carry-on closet. No matter where you’re going or for how long, this U.S. airline-approved suitcase will fit all of your items (and keep them organized, to boot). You can now get it for up to $120 off, so don’t hesitate — especially if you have upcoming trips lined up. We certainly won’t be sleeping on this bargain.

What Is the Carry-On Closet?

You can already tell from its name that the carry-on closet is not your average suitcase. Available in two sizes, the standard 20-by-13.5-inch version is great for international travel while the slightly larger 22.4-by-14.6-inch one is good for domestic U.S. flights. As for capacity, the medium Carry-On Closet can hold enough for three to six days, while the large Carry-On Closet can store enough for a week-long trip. Each one comes with a shelving system for organized packing, as well as a compression strap to hold everything in place.

Once you get to your destination, the shelves expand, making everything inside accessible, so you don’t have to worry about unpacking to ensure that your clothes are neat and wrinkle-free. Along with the shelving system, the Carry-On Closet also has a spacious zipper compartment that’s perfect for things like toiletries. On the outside, the suitcase boasts a durable polycarbonate shell and aluminum frame, which make it waterproof and scratch-resistant. It also has a TSA-approved, three-digit combination lock that you can set to your preference, as well as a built-in USB charging port.

When Commerce Editor Britt tested the Carry-On Closet on a trip to the West Coast, she was pleasantly surprised that its shell sustained zero damage. She was also impressed with just how many items it fit. “I was able to fit a large packing cube that was stuffed with three caftans and two belts, along with my CHI handheld steamer into the space, and there was still room for a few small items,” she wrote of the bag’s zipper compartment. “Best of all, I didn’t have to force it closed … I really feel like I’ve stumbled into a gem with this find. This seemingly indestructible luggage just might be the equivalent of a suitcase superhero!”

Credit: Solgaard

What Solgaard Reviewers Are Saying

Average Rating: 4.9/5

“I purchased this suitcase for my daughter because we love ours so much. They have the best storage system and are sturdy without being too heavy.” —Michael

“Just took it to Cancun. The closet feature is a game-changer. As a habitual over-packer, I was pleasantly surprised how well this worked for a week’s vacation. Getting my wife one for her carry-on and shorter trips.” —Braun

“I love the built-in compression organizers! Everything stays in place and it makes packing efficient and organized.” —Megan

Now that this pricey suitcase is so heavily discounted, it’s the perfect time to invest in one. And you can rest assured that your carry-on luggage needs will be covered for many years to come. It doesn’t matter if you tend to overpack or if you travel frequently — the Carry-On Closet makes packing and flying a breeze.

Buy: Carry-On Closet, Large, $225 (normally $345)