Want to know where SUITCASE editors get their luggage? Horizn Studios is top of the list. The Berlin-based brand has quickly become a favourite in the office, thanks to its perfect blend of sleek design and finest craftsmanship, plus ultra-smart features – everything our editors look for in a perfect travel companion.
Known for blending the precision and quality of German engineering with ultra-sustainable design, Horizn Studios offers an impressive array of suitcases, weekenders and backpacks crafted from durable, recycled polycarbonate shells and fully vegan internal materials. Its promise of longevity – backed by a lifetime warranty – is a refreshing championing of slow consumption, too, making the brand one of our trusted favourites, with Horizn Studios pieces accompanying us on business trips, spontaneous getaways and far-flung adventures. The clever features – think telescopic handles, removable chargers and smart internal compartments – really take the hassle out of travel.
With so many standout pieces from the brand, we’ve narrowed it down to the essentials – the items we know from first-hand experience really perform on the road. Here are the Horizn Studios luggage must-haves, handpicked by the SUITCASE team.
Known for blending the precision and quality of German engineering with ultra-sustainable design, Horizn Studios offers an impressive array of suitcases, weekenders and backpacks crafted from durable, recycled polycarbonate shells and fully vegan internal materials. Its promise of longevity – backed by a lifetime warranty – is a refreshing championing of slow consumption, too, making the brand one of our trusted favourites, with Horizn Studios pieces accompanying us on business trips, spontaneous getaways and far-flung adventures. The clever features – think telescopic handles, removable chargers and smart internal compartments – really take the hassle out of travel.
With so many standout pieces from the brand, we’ve narrowed it down to the essentials – the items we know from first-hand experience really perform on the road. Here are the Horizn Studios luggage must-haves, handpicked by the SUITCASE team.
M5 Essential, Sand Grey
The M5 Essential is the cabin companion for discerning travellers. Flying as regularly as they do, our editors know exactly what carry-on must deliver: durability, practicality and a touch of style, of course. Crafted from partially recycled German polycarbonate, this case is as robust as it is lightweight. Its spacious 37L interior, lined with premium vegan nylon, provides ample room for your mini-break essentials, while the smooth-gliding Japanese spinner wheels offer effortless 360° manoeuvrability – a godsend in busy terminals. A telescopic handle adapts to any height (useful), but the pièce de résistance? A thoughtfully designed front pocket, perfect for stowing your laptop and travel documents in, and granting quick access whenever work calls, mid-journey. It’s eco-conscious, subtly luxurious, and in the Sand Grey colourway, turns plenty of heads.£430; horizn-studios.com
H6 Essential, Purple Night
Planning to escape for a week or more? You’ll want to take the H6 Essential. As with the M5, this sophisticated check-in luggage boasts generous space and exceptional protection, with a lifetime warranty included – and at a refreshingly reasonable price. For our editors, the standout feature is the roomy 61L interior, thoughtfully organised with dual-zippered mesh compartments that keep everything neatly in place, and it’s the Purple Night colourway that’s currently getting the most love. Built from the same resilient, partially recycled German polycarbonate as the M5, the H6 Essential aligns with our sustainability ethos while confidently enduring the rigours of travel – and looks good doing it.£450; horizn-studios.com
Packing Cubes, Sand Grey
Make packing easier; get some packing cubes. Horizn Studios offers a set of four in the same Light Quartz Grey as the M5 Essential, so you can match your luggage interiors to its exteriors. These cubes are specifically designed to fit seamlessly within Horizn Studios suitcases, maximising space and keeping items organised – separating out clothing, accessories and toiletries makes unpacking is a cinch – meaning more time for exploring. Our editors often have to jump from place to place in a hurry, and these packing cubes make it super-easy to locate what they need from their luggage without disrupting the contents of the entire suitcase. They’re made from 100 per cent recycled materials, too.£80 (set of four); horizn-studios.com
SoFo Weekender M, Light Quartz Grey
Touted by our editors as the “most versatile” piece in the Horizn Studios collection, the SoFo Weekender is perfect for a short hop: just fling in the essentials and head out the door. Whether you’re packing for a quick overnighter or looking for a smart secondary carry-on for longer trips, this multi-tasker’s water-resistant materials promises to keep your laptop and documents safe from the elements. Multiple interior compartments make staying organised en route a breeze, too. With its beautiful, minimalist design – a signature of Horizn Studios – this bag complements any luggage set and nearly any outfit – it’s a go-to travel staple for hassle-free trips.£240; horizn-studios.com
SoFo Rolltop Backpack X, Dark Olive
Sometimes, you want adaptability. That’s what the Rolltop Backpack X offers. The SUITCASE editors love how form meets function in this all-in-one offering. It’s roll-top – so there’s space to expand if you need to pack something last-minute – and the backpack is crafted from durable, water-resistant materials. It also features a spacious main compartment, laptop pocket and smaller zippered sections, allowing easy access to your keys, phone and anything else you might need to put your hands on fast. Phrases that came up when our editors were reviewing the backpack included “ideal for city exploration” and “compact in looks, but unexpectedly spacious”. One editor also praised the bag’s “rugged yet refined aesthetic”. If you’re looking for a workhorse of a bag that’s also stylishly on-point, this is it.£170; horizn-studios.com
RE Series
We couldn't overlook the groundbreaking innovation of Horizn Studios' Re Series – a luggage collection that’s setting a new standard in sustainable travel. This eco-forward line redefines what travel gear can be, leveraging advanced materials science to create cabin and check-in luggage made almost entirely from recycled materials. Each Re Series piece features a hard shell made from 97 per cent recycled, premium polycarbonate, reducing CO2 emissions by an impressive 72 per cent compared to traditional production methods. Interiors also hit a high standard – they’re composed of 100 per cent recycled fabrics.This ultra-eco collection aligns with everything our editors want from their luggage and resonates with their beliefs in making travel as planet-friendly as possible. These suitcases are built to last, so we’re excited to see where our Re Series pieces will take us, and how many kilometres we’ll cover together. If you’ve been on the hunt for high performance in a sustainable build, you’ve just found your new luggage set. Oh, and did we mention that Horizn Studios carbon offsets all transportation costs involved in producing and shipping your luggage, too?
From £360; horizn-studios.com
