Lipault, the brand that has brought colour to your luggage
A lightweight, colourful suitcase to help you stand out from the crowd! Available in small, medium or large sizes, it’s perfect for your next destination. Here’s everything you need to know to choose the one that suits you best from the Lipault range.
Lipault has built its reputation on a simple idea: why should all suitcases be black and hard-shelled? According to L’Opinion (June 2025), the brand “dares to use a palette of rich colours that stands in stark contrast to the austerity of the black, hard-shelled suitcases that dominate the market”. Le Parisien also ranks Lipault among the best suitcase brands on the market, simply describing it as “the colourful one”.
Two collections, two colour palettes
Plume: lightweight nylon and its timeless colours
The Plume collection is the brand’s flagship range. Crafted from water-repellent twill nylon, it stands out for its colours, which are both classic and on-trend: Bordeaux, Khaki, Rosewood, Midnight Blue… Sophisticated shades that complement any style without ever looking garish.
Its main practical advantage: the large 70 cm Plume long-stay suitcase weighs just 2.9 kg and has a capacity of up to 93 litres. The 55 cm Plume cabin suitcase is Air France-approved. For those travelling even lighter, the Foldable Plume Mini Cabin 45 cm is EasyJet-approved and folds away easily to save space at home or in a cramped overhead bin.
Lost in Berlin: contemporary colours with a rubberised finish
The Lost in Berlin collection takes a different approach. Its exclusive polyurethane material, with a matt ‘peach skin’ finish, gives the colours a unique depth and texture. The shades explore a more urban palette: Blue Me Away, Mango Burst, Urban Lilac, Rose Quartz, Spiced Mocha, Ash Stone...
The range is also waterproof and shock-resistant (and scratches), making it a well-designed piece of luggage for both city streets and the hold of an aeroplane.
Are Lipault suitcases easy to manoeuvre thanks to their wheels and handles?
Both collections share the same technical fundamentals. All suitcases are fitted with dual, multi-directional, silent wheels, but those in the Lost In Berlin collection feature suspension and are shock-absorbing. The telescopic handle adjusts with a single click, and the side handles are padded for optimal comfort when carrying the suitcase up stairs. Lipault cabin suitcases are designed to fit into overhead compartments without any hassle — a detail that really matters when you need to board with peace of mind.
Customisation: going even further than just colour
If you’re bothered by the idea of having the same colour as someone else, Lipault has the solution. Several models from the Plume and Lost in Berlin collections are customisable: you can choose up to three letters or icons to be embossed on your luggage tag, with a range of embossing colours available.
Other brands: what they do well (and not so well) when it comes to colour
Let’s be honest. If you’re looking for a hard-shell suitcase in a very specific colour — such as electric blue or lemon yellow in polycarbonate — there are alternatives. Other brands offer brightly coloured hard-shell cases at affordable prices.
But if you’re looking for all of the following:
- a lightweight suitcase that doesn’t compromise on colour,
- a wide range that’s updated every season,
- colours designed like fashion collections (not just ‘blue’ or ‘red’),
- the option to personalise it,
- and the ability to pack it time and time again, thanks to the bag’s flexibility,
...then Lipault really has no direct equivalent in the soft luggage market.
Which format should I choose?
Cabin suitcases (45 cm and 55 cm) are designed for short breaks. Compact and compliant with Air France or EasyJet dimensions for the 45 cm size, they are available in the full colour range of both collections.
Medium-sized suitcases (63 cm) are ideal for a week-long trip. Their organised compartments and silent multidirectional wheels make travelling effortless.
Large suitcases (70 cm, 72 cm, 79 cm) offer generous capacity for long stays, without exceeding the empty weight limit. The 70 cm Plume, weighing 2.9 kg, is the best example of this.
If you often travel as a family or as a couple, suitcase sets allow you to buy several matching sizes with up to 20% off — a great way to create a beautiful, colour-coordinated set.
How to look after your Lipault suitcase
Bright colours require special care. For Plume suitcases (nylon), use Lipault cleaner with a soft cloth, working in circular motions. For Lost in Berlin suitcases (polyurethane), the material is naturally scratch-resistant and waterproof — a quick wipe is usually all that’s needed.
Check the zips and wheels regularly to ensure your luggage lasts. The Lipault care guide provides all the advice you need to keep your colours bright, trip after trip.