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The Faithful Shopper: LovelyLuggage

With the busiest travel week of the year - Thanksgiving -- coming momentarily, now is the time to investin a nice piece or set of luggage that will impress your relatives. And traveling in style has never beeneasier, thanks to retailers that excel in finely crafted bags of all sizes and shapes that will let everyoneknow that you've made it!

T. Anthony - 445 Park AvenueT. Anthony's luggage are feats of stunning hand craftsmanship and quality - as customers who'veincluded Jacqueline Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, and Elton John haveattested for decades!

Coach - Multiple locationsDesigner Stuart Vevers has breathed new life into this venerated American brand, marrying the classicleather and designs with some brilliant color. From backpacks to cabin bags to duffles, arrive in greatcasual style!

Ghurka - 781 Fifth Avenue - Prince StreetAll-American quality and craftsmanship, whether you select twill or leather, duffels or suitcases. Thesepieces are classics that will carry you through business and casual travel for decades to come.

Hartmann - 520 Madison AvenueFor more than 135 years, Hartmann has created chic, durable luggage and leather goods that arecompletely contemporary and innovative (they pioneered the business suit compartment), yet utterlytimeless. Become a part of the legacy.

Hermès - 691 Madison Avenue - 15 Broad StreetYou expect extraordinary quality and materials from Hermès, and you'll pay accordingly. But they'realso beautifully organized with pockets for everything!

Mitsosa Luggage - Multiple locationsSpinners, carry-ons and more from various brands (Bric's, Tumi, Hartmann and more) in various colorsand at different price points. Whether you need something for under $100, or can spend in thethousands, they have it here.

Tumi - Multiple locationsSolid-steel screws, nylon fabric that never shows wear, and a variety of sizes and styles make Tumi oneof the go-to brands for business travelers. Have the same security for your voyages, too!

Louis Vuitton - 1 East 57th Street - 116 Greene StreetA bag or trunk from here is a sure sign of success. But its durability also makes it a practical investment- a truck once ran over one of my Vuitton bags, and you'd never know!

Coming soon:

Goyard - 20 East 63rd StreetCurrently available at Barneys and Bergdorf, this descendant from an 18th century trunk maker toFrench aristocracy continues the tradition of finely crafted, customized bags and trunks by controllingevery part of the manufacturing process. You may not become a duchess, but you can travel like one!Look for the boutique in coming months.

Rimowa - 535 Madison AvenueLightweight yet strong and elegant, Rimowa has defined practical travel since the late 19th century. Itwas the first to create aluminum trunks, waterproof cases, polycarbonate bags and more. The brand isavailable in many luxury stores, but look for its first boutique shortly.

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Bric'sOne of Italy's premier luggage makers, Bric's bags are made for the person on the go, using state-of-theart manufacturing techniques, a choice of materials including fabric, leather, nylon and microsuede,and sophisticated styles.

A piece or three from any of the above will carry your clothes and gifts safely and stylishly. HappyThanksgiving and Happy Shopping!

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