This suitcase is ADORABLE!!! So much so that my 13-yr old daughter has assumed ownership of it! In fact, we giggled when we saw it on the last episode of iCarly!!
It VERY LIGHT WEIGHT, almost to the point that you wonder about the durability after extended use, but so far it has heald up beautifully! It's amazing how much fits into this case- much more than I can fit into my tradiitonal XXXXXXXXXX Black 29-inch luggage. Its basically two empty shells on each side secured by zippered material flaps. So you throw your stuff in (I like shoes and toiletries on one side and clothes on the other), zip it up, flip it upright, & off you go! So far we have used it on several vacations and one cruise, and there are still very limited scratches (they might actually rub out since they look more like scuffs from being thrown around by the Porters). Definitely easy to spot at the Baggage Claim and you will always get compliments from other travelers! The wheels spin freely 360 degrees and the retracting handle seems sturdy (not super duper sturdy) but fine. I probably wouldn't take this for any travel abroad, but perfect for crusies and frequent hotel stays. I am considering the larger 28 inch case now, maybe in the brighter turquoise color :) Buy and you will be pleased!!