Jesse Shwayder, the original founder, updates the design of the wooden case with shiny metal studs and reinforced corners, making it more eye-catching and "strong enough to stand on".

Streamlite™

In an early application of a new advanced technology, the Streamlite suitcase was coated with lightweight lithographic paper to create a roughness effect. This design was destined to become a classic in the luggage sector.

Silhouette™

The most advanced luggage of that time, including a modern design with recessed locks to protect it from damage.

Classic Attaché

The first ABS attaché was made for a new generation of businessmen. This sleek case soon became symbolic of the early 1960s "Mad Men" style.

Saturn™

In response to the rising demand for lightweight luggage, Samsonite launched the first polypropylene suitcase, with the shells manufactured using an injection molding technique. At the time, the Saturn collection was the best embodiment of lightness and strength ever.

Silhouette

The first Samsonite wheeled suitcase changed the luggage industry forever. This suitcase was a true revolution in travel comfort and convenience, aimed at a new generation of frequent travelers.

Oyster™

Oyster was the first suitcase with a three-point locking system, offering ultimate strength and security. The Oyster was an immediate success. With 140,000 suitcases sold in the first year, it was also the fastest-selling suitcase ever.

Ziplite™

Ziplite introduced the first zippered polypropylene suitcase, combining the advantages of a hard-shell suitcase with those of a soft-shell suitcase. Sales rose rapidly, and the market for zippered hard-shell suitcases was born.

Xylem™

The first Samsonite suitcase made of aluminium.
The accompanying attaché plays an important supporting role in the James Bond film "The World Is Not Enough", where it was used to transport bundles of cash throughout Europe.

Samsonite introduces the first 4-wheeled Spinner, which can steer the traveler beside their side in any direction. This innovation significantly improved mobility and convenience for travelers as they navigated through modern airports.

Cosmolite®

Samsonite launched Cosmolite in response to the rising demand for stronger and lighter suitcases.
This was the lightest and strongest Samsonite suitcase ever developed.
The seashell-inspired design was an immediate success, and the collection won many design awards, including the Red Dot Award "Best of the Best".

The ECO collection

Globally, Samsonite is launching 23 collections made from recycled polypropylene or Recyclex™, a fabric made from 100% recycled PET bottles.

S'Cure ECO Green Grey edition

The "Green Grey" edition of S'Cure ECO is the first Samsonite suitcase made from recycled household plastic waste.

In this way, plastic waste is reused and material that is too valuable to throw away is processed into the bowls of this high-quality functional product.