If you're looking for ways to make use out of your old or retro suitcases, then these examples of upcycled luggage will offer up some creative techniques on how to transform these suitcases into brand new items.
While ordinarily most people would simply throw out old suitcases and replace them will brand new ones, these upcycled luggage designs are here to showcase that there are a plethora of fun and crafty ways that you can reuse these distinct travelling bags. From luggages humorously transformed into feline loungers to those that have been revamped into vintage speakers and comfy seats, these upcycled luggage designs will definitely make you think twice about throwing these creative suitcases away in the trash.
Perfect for those who hate the thought of throwing useful things away, these upcycled luggage designs will definitely provide some crafty techniques on how to reuse these large items.
20 Examples of Upcycled Luggage

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Second-Hand Suitcase Seats
Katie Thompson Takes Household Furniture on a Trip

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Battery Pack Suitcases
Jung Inyoung's Rolling Luggage Concept Provides Power in a Pinch
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Upcycled Suitcase Pet Beds
Etsy Artists Make a Cute Eco Case for Cats
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Luggage Sound Systems
Case of Bass Upcycles Vintage Suitcases
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Recycled Carpet Suitcases
The Terracase by Daniel McLaughlin Uses Old Floor Coverings to Be Made
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Chic Recyclable Luggage
Papier Bags by Saskia Diez Looked Like Crumped Paper
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Vintage Suitcase Vanities
Reuse Old Travel Goods in Your Luxe Lavatory
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Suitcase Sofas
Recycle Your Old Suitcases Into Eco Furniture
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Suitcase Chairs
Katie Thompson Recycles Old Suitcases into Chic Chairs
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Luggage Feline Loungers
The Samsonite Suitcase Pet Bed Lets Kitty Rest After Her Day's Travels
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Vintage Luggage Speakers
The BoomCase Turns Old Suitcases into Boomboxes
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Recyclable Luggage
Funky ‘Cardboard Baggage' by Chiara Goose
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Recycling Gives Back
Laptop Sleeve & Bag From Recycled Bottles
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Recycled Suitcase Chair
Sit Bag
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Gas Can Luggage
Upcycling Jerry Cans for the Stylish Traveler
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Vintage Suitcase Sculptures
The Hotels by Bo Christian Larsson Offer Mini Accommodations
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Soiled Seed Suitcases
The Gionata Gatto Urbanbuds Promotes Gardening on the Go
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Vintage Luggage Landscape Displays
Kathleen Vance’s Luggage-Based Art Work Encapsulates Nat
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Scooter Luggages
The Suitcase Bike by Nexus Makes Traveling Effortless
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Solar Suitcases
Schott Solar's Suitcases are Specially Designed for School Students
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Sneaker-Centric Cargo Bags
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Suitcase-Inspired Traveler Backpacks
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Chic Sustainable Nylon Luggage
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Carryall Crochet Bags
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Upcycled Sneaker Sustainable Bags
Bibi Bazz Designs the Limited Collection of Eco-Friendly Bags
Hybrid Ultra-Strong Suitcases
The Peak Design Roller Pro is Made with Versa Shell 550D Fabric
Car Camping Storage Solutions
The Luno Cargo Hammock is Convenient and Versatile
Personality-Forward Luggage Brands
Airs Luggage is the Perfect Travel Companion for Expression
Artistically Adorned Luggage Collections
Samsonite Taps Kenny Scharf for Its New Collection
Minimalist Repairable Suitcases
The Bellroy Transit Carry-On is Streamlined and Sustainable
Pre-Owned Travel Collections
Rimowa Re-Crafted Turns Dents into Desirability with Vintage Luggage
Luggage Tracking Safety Technologies
LuggageCam is Revolutionizing Luggage Tracking
Sleek Multifuntional Lifestyle Bags
two-point Introduces the BASK Bag with Various Functions
Designer Upcycled Bags
Comme Des Garçons Released Its Collaboration with FREITAG
Laptop-Stowing Portable Desks
The Conceptual 'LAPCASE' Transforms to Support Working from Anywhere
Fashion-Inspired Luggage Campaigns
Samsonite's Jet Gala Event Fuses Fashion and Travel Essentials
Versatile Travel Duffle Bags
The Mission Workshop Mass Transit Duffle Bag is for Short Travels
Off-Grid Traveler Packing Cubes
The Matador Gear Cube Set is Durable and Organized
Tubular Supplemental Luggage Bags
The 'Jollying' Messenger Bag is Stylish and Distinct
Eco-Friendly Intricate Furniture Series
Rosana Sousa Designs a Sustainable Furniture Collection
Chic Skate Culture Suitcases
The Floyd Bold Suitcase Has a Retro Build with an 87-Liter Capacity
Metallic Optical Illusion Suitcases
The RIMOWA Original Cabin Optical Has an Illusive Design
Modern Pet-Friendly Furniture
Ricardo Sá Designs the Choo Choo Console for Pets
Modern Travel Nylon Bags
The 'Gry Mattr Weekender Bag' Provides Functionality for Commuters
Foldable Luxury Luggage Pieces
The Rimowa Foldable Range Features Two Models
Cartoon Mouse Carrying Capsules
Loungefly Launches a Mickey & Minnie Checkered Bag Collection
Ultra-Sustainable Luggage Designs
Samsonite Debuts Two Limited-Edition Sustainable Luggage Designs
Upcycled Plastic Bag-Made Chairs
Sungai Watch Creates the Ombak Chair from Plastic Bags
TV Packaging Seating Solutions
The 'Cuna' Furniture by Valeria Coello is Made Out of Cardboard
Edgy Speaker Designs
The Brutalist Speaker Marries Home Audio and Industrial Elegance
Minimalist Leather Bags
The Jacket Maker’s Vintage Leather Bag Collection is Timeless
Stylish Cooler Accessories
DaCosta Verde's Tote Cooler Bag Collection is Fun and Functional
Dutch Oven-Themed Tote Bags
Le Creuset Dreams Up a New Durable Tote Bag Design
Stylishly Functional Weekender Bags
The Samsonite Better Than Basics Weekender is Practical
Multifunctional Traveler Speakers
The Harman Kardon 'Traveler' Speaker Has an Elegant Form
Textured 60s-Inspired Suitcases
The RIMOWA Hammerschlag Collection Includes Two Pieces
Repurposed Patchwork Footwear
ReImagined by UGG Gives New Life to Leftover Leathers & Suedes
Quick-Dry Mesh Duffle Bags
The Luno Mesh Gear Duffel is Easy to Rinse and Dry Out
Upcycled Camping Gear Collections
Luno Boasts a Range of Upcycled Gear at Affordable Prices
Toy Brick-Inspired Luggage Sets
LEGO Introduces a New Bright Trolley and Backpack Set
Stylish Hard-Shell Trunks
CASETiFY Debuts its 'Bounce Check-In Trunk'
Chinese Lantern-Like Speakers
The Sirocco Speaker by Shengtao Ma Pays Homage to Chinese Festivals
Colorful Retro Luxury Suitcases
RIMOWA Presents the Bold Tonal Holiday Hand-Cary Cases
Ultra-Sleek Luggage Collections
The Samsonite x BOSS Capsule is Limited-Edition and Elegant
Repurposed Vintage Apple Computers
Aquariums, lamps, and clocks made out of Apple iMac Computers
Fashion-Branded Coffee Carriers
The Barbour Tartan Reusable Travel Mugs Come in Two Options
Ultra-Chic Contemporary Luggage Collections
Samsonite Releases the Virtuosa Capsule
Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures
Origin Made Boasts the Exquisite Barco Basket Sculptures
Rolling Luggage Capsules
Dagne Dover's Rolling Luggage Line is Celebrated for its Chic Design
Retail Overconsumption Campaigns
Coachtopia's 'The Wasted Parts' Explores Overconsumption Culture
Tech Accessory Luggage Lines
The CASETiFY Travel Range Features Luggage and More
Recycled Clothing-Crafted Furniture
Hemingway Design Transforms London's Traid Store
Witchy Luggage Capsule Collections
Béis Travel Has Unveiled a New Collaboration with Wicked
Poortlaand-Inspired Practical Bag Collections
Portland Gear Offers a Line of Travel Bags & Apparel
Simplistic Repair-Friendly Suitcases
Bellroy Introduces its New Transit Carry-On Suitcases
Pastel Summertime Suitcases
The RIMOWA Essential Cabin Bag Now Comes in Mint and Papaya
Posh Pooch Travel Trunks
Archi’s Travel Trunk Packs Essentials and Offers a Place to Rest
Rice Straw Fashion Collections
Siam Kubota and Greyhound Original Launch 'Turn Waste to Agri-Wear'
Modern Upcycled Garden Chairs
Sebastian Alberdi Designs the Eiger Garden Chair for Füür
Pop-Up Closet Suitcases
The MoMA Solgaard Carry-On Closet Suitcase 4.0 is Collapsible
Modular Minimalist Travel Bags
The FIREFLYX Travel Bag is Designed for Frequent Fliers
Rolling Pentagonal Speaker Systems
The 'Pentatonic' Foldable Speaker Concept is Adaptable
Hybrid Travel Bags
The Taskin SWIFT Doubles as Full-Size Luggage or a Compact Carryon
Everyday Sustainable Bags
Out of the Woods Offers Versatile Bags for Essentials
Triple-Style Travel Bags
The Tefors Ultimatum Bag Works in Three Orientations
90s-Style Cosmetic Cases
e.l.f. Cosmetics x Caboodles and Laurel DeWitt Created a New 'It Bag'
Remixed Americana Bag Designs
The BEAMS x L.L. Bean Bags Updates Two Classic Silhouettes
Washing Machine-Inspired Speaker Concepts
Hari 3D Designs a Speaker Resembling a Home Appliance
Convenience-Focused Upcycled Tote Designs
Out of the Woods Enhances Its Out of the Ocean® Range
Repurposed Pasta Boxes
Barilla & Marie Kondo are Sharing How to Reuse Packaging
Sustainable Furniture Launches
Retroloop's Sustainable Furniture Boasts a Nostalgic Aesthetic
Professional Long Weekend Luggage
The Bennett Winch Weekender is Handmade in England
Recycled Wallet Collections
FREITAG Boasts a New and Colorful Collection of Wallets
Luggage Resale Programs
Second Béis Shares Gently Used Bags and Travel Essentials
Personality-Matched Luggage Collections
Airs Debuts Personality Quiz-Based Travel Gear for 2025
Wardrobe-Style Luggage Designs
The Drobe Luggage Evolves Into a Cupboard for Travel
Antique Rug Duffle Bags
The King Kennedy King Duffle Has an Opulent, Ornate Form
Limited-Edition Winery Luggage Ranges
The Silver Oak Wines x Paravel Aviator Trunk is Demure
Simplistic Organically Sculptural Speakers
Western Acoustics Unveils New Customized Speakers
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Golden Ratio-Inspired Luggage
The Db Journey Hugger Collection Was Developed Over 10 Years
Vibrant Luggage Connectors
Cincha's Luggage Connector Offers a Practical Solution for Travel
Sustainable Modern Luggage Collections
Samsonite Unveils Its ESSENS Collection
Uniquely Constructed Suitcases
The Carl Friedrik 'Hybrid Luggage Collection' is Lightweight
Bra-Preserving 3D-Printed Hangers
Joyce Lai Creates the Bras Up Hanger with Recycled Materials
Ultra-Sleek Duffle Designs
The Samsonite Elevation™ Plus Duffel is Stylish and Practical
Scent-Flavored Tumblers
The Tumbler by air up Offers a Refreshing Way to Hydrate on the Go
Customized Luggage Lines
Travelpro and Dominic Ciambrone Team Up for a Limited-Edition Drop
Multifunctional Travel Totes
Sidney Byron Debuts Hat-Carrying Bags with Vegan Materials
Chic Statuesque Suitcases
The RIMOWA x Rick Owens Original Cabin Bronze is Limited to 500 Examples
Vibrant Carry-On Luggage Prints
CASETiFY Unveiled Customizable Backgrounds for Suitcases
Chic Scandinavian Luggage Lines
The NUDIENT Luggage Collection Features Two Styles
Reusable Paper Lunch Bags
Out of the Woods Reinterprets a Nostalgic Lunch Classic
Co-Created Luxury Luggage Collections
The Boss x Samsonite 2025 Capsule is Luxurious
Celebrity-Approved Luggage Lines
The Samsonite x Sarah Jessica Parker Collab is Chic & Practical
Classic Leather Travel Bags
Samsonite Introduces the Classic Leather Weekender
Protective Militant Carry-On Suitcases
The Pelican ATX Carry-On is Hard-Sided Yet Lightweight
Fashion-Forward Grocery Totes
The Latest Waitrose x Lulu Guinness Tote is Made of Recycled Plastic
Exceptionally Durable Suitcases
Bugatti’s Black Friday Deals Encompass the Brand's Bestsellers
Upcycled Carrying Bags
Targus Unveiled its 'Coastline EcoSmart' Collection at CES 2024
Sophisticated Parisian-Inspired Luggage Designs
Lipault Caters to Style-Minded Globetrotters
Upcycled Material Musical Instruments
The Yamaha Upcycling Guitar Concept Models are Sustainable
Urban Debris-Crafted Portable Lamps
We+ Designs the Beautiful Remli Lamp Using Rubble and Debris
Accessible Functional Bag Designs
Lug Earns Sensory Accessible & Inclusive™ Certification
Luxury Expandable Hard Shell Suitcases
Quince Launches Expandable Shell Suitcases in Three Sizes
Sustainable Pastel Luggage Capsules
Morrama Teams Up with Phoenix for the Conscious Tela Range
Durable Hardcase Luggage Collections
The Bugatti Stockholm Collection Boasts Quiet Rolling
Ultra-Modern Multifunctional Luggages
The Luggical is a Solution which Streamlines Travel
Official Sailing Luggage Partners
US Sailing Has Teamed Up with Samsonite for 2024
Geometric Foldable Speaker Concepts
The Pentatonic Speaker is a Foldable Concept
Thoughtful Reclaimed Material Stools
The NOAH Folding Stool Has Nume Leather Seat
Suitcase-Style Vinyl Players
The Mixx Revival 55 by Mixx Audio is a Portable Record Player
Luxe Retro-Inspired Luggage Designs
The Carl Friedrik Trunk Has a 90-Liter Capacity
Upcycled Courier Uniforms
FedEx and Mori Notes Transform Old Delivery Uniforms Into New Products
Ocean-Friendly Upholstery Textiles
The 'Sport' Textiles Are Crafted From Shoreline-Sourced Plastic
Next-Gen Softside Luggage
The Away Softside Line is Lightweight, High-Strength and Durable
Upcycled Plastic Furniture Series
Kasper Kyster Presents the Crafting Plastic Series
Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags
Pop ‘n’ Swop Bags Can Be Decorated with Badges, Handles & More
Unashamedly Romantic Pop-Ups
Laura Ashley's Workshops Use Deadstock Fabric to Create New Totes
First-Ever Sleek Luggage Capsules
NUDIENT Introduces an Inaugural Luggage Collection
Urban Explorer-Centric Accessories
Topologie Introduces its Latest Capsule for the SS25 Season
Sustainable Duffel Bag Designs
Samsonite's Ecodiver Large Wheeled Duffel is Cheerful & Stylish
Fictional Spy-Inspired Suitvases
Globe-Trotter Presents the James Bond Carry-On Trolley Case
Sleek Luggage Capsules
Tumi's Fall 2024 Line Boasts New Voyageur Leather & 19 Degree Frame Designs
Celebrity-Coveted Travel Bags
Sprayground Introduces Functional Bag Options for the Holidays
Integrated Speaker Jackets
The Coperni x Transparent Speaker Jacket Makes Favorite Music Wearable
Hard-Shell Luggage Campaigns
TUMI Unveiled its 'Uncompromisingly Light' Campaign
Cherry-Tonal Luggage Capsules
Béis Taps Lonely Ghost for a New Cherry-Colored Luggage Line
Recycled Phonecase Art Installations
Casetify Creates Public Displays for Journey to Re/Birth
Guitar-Holding Benches
Yamaha Design Lab Created This Unique Place to Sit
Mindful Travel Lineups
farans Offers Up Sustainable Travel Accessories for Mindful Exploration
Durable Carry-On Bags
The Bugatti Victoria Carry-On Boasts Scratch-Resistant Faux Leather
Collaborative Color-Focused Suitcases
Away Taps La Ligne for Two New Orange and Navy Colorways
Exclusive Gold-Hued Luggage Collections
Tumi Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary with New Designs
Upcycled Sea Plastic Luggages
MCM Teams Up with Harper Collective to Create Eco-Friendly Luggages
Stylish Suitcase Turntables
The Mixx Revival 55 is Great for Listeners Who are New to Vinyl
Auto-Themed Luggage Collaborations
Delsey Paris and Jeep Launched a New Outdoor Luggage Line
Vibrant Collaborative Luggage Series
Away and Resident Advisor Present the Soundwave Collection
Pink-Tonal Suitcase Capsules
Away Releases a New 'Island Pink' Colorway for its Travel Accessories