J.Crew Jet-Setter

2010 August 10

J. Crew Globetrotter luggage
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One look at the zesty lemon-colored, vintage design of this Globe-Trotter for J.Crew suitcase and your mind wanders to African safaris in the savanna and deep-diving off a yacht in the Greek Isles. Basically, a bag like this inspires travel of the most romantic and exotic sort. With its lightweight fiber body in a shocking shade of yellow and the leather straps and buckling reminiscient of steamboat days, it's not surprising to find out that the brand dates back to 1897 and has a royal clientele. Plus, this valise couldn't get more utilitarian: it has wheels and a pull handle. Even if you can't afford the travel aspect of the bag, remember that it could always just double as stylish storage for silk scarves and dainty lingerie. THE DETAILS: Globe-Trotter Centenary suitcase with wheels, $1,600, www.jcrew.com