Do I need a PayPal account to purchase an item from this online store?
No, the checkout process will take you to a PayPal screen to complete your purchase. However, you do not have to log in or create a PayPal account. You can log in and pay with PayPal or use a credit card without logging in to complete the purchase. Return to top
What are your regular store hours?
We are open 10-7pm M-F; 11-6pm Sat; 12-5pm Sun. Return to top
What is your Return Policy?
We accept returns and will issue refunds or exchange products as necessary. Refunds must be made to the method of purchase. In the case of online purchases, the return will be processed through PayPal. Returns must be completed within 30 days of purchasing the item. Please contact us at sales@hidesinshape.com or call the store at 1-800-786-4804 for more information or to start the return process. Your money will be credited to you after the item has been received.
*Items personalized through monogramming are not eligible for refund.
*Shipping costs are not generally refunded and will be deducted from refund in cases of free shipping.
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Do you take custom orders?
Yes, we will customize or build leather items from scratch to match exactly what you’re looking for. Contact the store for more details. Return to top
What will you monogram?
We can monogram any leather item, including the luggage tags for most Rimowa products.
We will select the appropriate color for the item unless you specify a request in the comments section of your oder.
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Repairs:
We’re an Authorized Rimowa Repair Center. We’ve been working with Rimowa for years and we will make both in and out of warranty repairs. We also repair shoes, leather bags, other luggage brands and any other product we sell in our store. You can ship the product to us and we’ll ship it back or come drop it off. Return to top
Shipping Policy:
All shipping is calculated at checkout based on the weight of the product and the speed you choose for shipping. If you live in the continental U.S. and your purchase exceeds $99, we provide free ground UPS shipping.
We also offer International Shipping. Email or call 1-800-786-4803 to receive a international shipping discount coupon. Just provide your address and the product(s) you are seeking to purchase in the email. Your country may require you to pay additional duties or tax upon receipt of the item. Return to top
Privacy and Security:
Your purchases and potential returns are all processed entirely through PayPal and are subject to their extensive security measures and encryption. Hides in Shape will not have access to your credit card information.
In addition, Hides in Shape will only use your physical address information to ship your item. We will not give out your personal information. If you have submitted your contact information to us and would now like the information removed, please log into your account to erase the information or contact us directly for removal. Return to top
The Newsletter:
Our Newsletter is a monthly email sent only to account holders who have subscribed to the service. The newsletter is a way to receive information about current promotions as well as to gain access to special promotion codes for additional discounts. If you would like to subscribe, you may do so by submitting your email address in the Newsletter toolbar at the top of the page. If you have subscribed in error or would like to unsubscribe from this Newsletter, please log into your account and unsubscribe. You can also contact us at sales@hidesinshape.com for removal. Return to top
Carry-On:
We have divided the products on our site into carry-on and non carry-on categories. However, these categories should not be considered absolute. Carry-on requirements vary according to the airline.
You should check with your airline first, but most US domestic airlines permit a carry-on piece of luggage that is 45 linear (total) inches. A common sized bag for carry-on luggage is 22"x 14"x 9". Most airlines have a carry-on weight limit of 40 pounds.
You are also permitted to carry on an additional personal item, such as a purse or briefcase. The personal items must be small enough to fit under the seat in front of you.
International airlines may have different restrictions for carry-on luggage. Again, it is always best to check with your airline first to get their exact requirements.
Airlines enforce all size and weight limits much more strictly now than in the past. Bags are weighed at check-in and many airlines have placed bag sizers at their gates. If your carry-on bags are too big, you will have to check them. This might cause them to be classified as "extra bags" which usually carries an extra charge.
The chart below contains examples of both domestic and international airlines with their carry-on size and weight restrictions and is intended only as a reference point.
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Airline
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Inches
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Centimeters
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Weight
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Aer Lingus (EI)
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9x14x18
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23x43x46
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22 lbs.
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Aeromexico (AM)
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9x14x22
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23x35.5x56
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22 lbs.
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Air Canada (AC)
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9x16x22
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23x40x55
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22 lbs.
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Air France (AF)
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45*
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115*
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22 lbs.
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Air New Zealand (NZ)
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45*
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115*
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15 lbs.
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Alaska Airlines (AS)
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10x17x24
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25x43x61
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20 lbs.
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Alitalia (AZ)
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45*
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115*
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11 lbs.
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All Nippon Airways (NH)
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45*
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115*
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70 lbs.
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American Airlines (AA)
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45*
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115*
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40 lbs.
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America West (HP)
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45*
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115*
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40 lbs.
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Cathay Pacific (CX)
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9x14x22
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23x36x56
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15 lbs.**
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Continental Airlines (CO)
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45*
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115*
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40 lbs.
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Delta Air Lines (DL)
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9x14x22
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23x35.5x56
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40 lbs.
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El Al (LY)
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8x16x21
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25x45x56
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17 lbs.
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Japan Airlines (JL)
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45*
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115*
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40 lbs.
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KLM (KL)
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45*
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115*
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40 lbs.
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Korean Air (KE)
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45*
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115*
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40 lbs.
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Lufthansa (LH)
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8x16x22
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20x40x55
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18 lbs.
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Midwest Express (YX)
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+
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+
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+
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Philippine Airlines (PR)
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45*
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115*
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15 lbs.
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Qantas Airways (QF)
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45*
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115*
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15 lbs.
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Saudi Arabian Airlines (SV)
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45
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115
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44 lbs.
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Scandinavian Airlines (SK)
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9x16x22
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23x40x55
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18 lbs.
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Singapore Airlines (SQ)
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45*
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115*
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15 lbs.
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Southwest Airlines (WN)
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10x16x24
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25x40x61
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+
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Checked Baggage:
Airline requirements also vary for checked baggage, but generally speaking, checked bags should weigh less than 50lbs. Most airlines charge extra for all checked bags, even the first one. Make sure to check with the airline you’re flying for specifics. Below you’ll find information that was valid as of January 2011.
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Also note bags over 62" refers to the cumulative inches of the bag. A bag with dimensions 32"x21"x10" is considered an oversized bag at 63" inches. Please note that all checked bags should only be locked with a TSA approved lock. All locking luggage sold on this site uses TSA locks. If you use a non TSA lock you will risk having your lock cut off. The TSA locks can only be opened by you and the TSA agent with the special key. If you are checking a bag, feel free to use the chart below as a guide, but please confirm with the airline directly as this information may have changed. Return to top
What size luggage is right for you?
18-20"
These are considered the International carry-on sizes, as they are allowed as a carry-on for most International flights. They are ideal for trips of 1-2 days, as they have packing space for a few outfits, a pair of shoes, and toiletries.
21-22"
These are the most popular sizes of carry-on luggage for U.S. domestic flights. Most U.S. airlines have carry on restrictions of 22" x 14"x 9", or 45 linear inches. These are the ideal sizes for business travelers or weekend trips, and some have a foldout or removable garment sleeve that can hold one suit or dress and has sufficient packing space for a few outfits, a couple pairs of shoes, and toiletries. Most also have an expansion feature, which allows an additional 2 to 4 inches of packing capacity, but when expanded these sizes may exceed the carry on restrictions and would have to be checked.
23-24"
These sizes are popular for travelers looking for a smaller, lighter option of luggage to check. These pieces are too large to carry onto the plane, but are perfect for trips of 3 to 5 days. There is room for 2 to 3 outfits, a couple pair of shoes, and toiletry kits. The suiter (a fold out or removable garment sleeve) has space for up to 2 suits or dresses.
25-27"
These sizes are the most popular size of luggage to check. They are ideal for trips of 5 to 7 days, or longer, depending on how you pack. They have a large capacity for multiple outfits, shoes, and toiletries. The suiter (a fold out or removable garment sleeve) can hold two thick wool suits and up to four dresses. These are the best option for luggage to check, they have lots of room to pack but you won't break your back trying to move it.
28-32"
These are very large suitcases meant for trips exceeding a week. They have a tremendous capacity for anything you would like to travel with. Due to their large size, when fully packed they can be difficult to maneuver and may exceed the 50 lbs. weight restrictions that most U.S. airlines enforce. Along with the weight restrictions, most U.S. airlines have a size restriction of 62" linear inches and these sizes may exceed that size, especially when expanded. But if you know you need the biggest piece of luggage available, these would be for you. Be sure to pay attention to the weight of the luggage. A lighter piece of luggage, like the Rimowa Salsa Air series, will be able to pack more before reaching that 50 lb limit. Return to top
Who is Rimowa?
Rimowa is a German luggage company founded in 1898. For more than a century they have been leading the way in luggage innovation. While nylon soft luggage is common in the United States, more and more travelers are discovering the benefits of luggage with a hard, indestructible shell for protecting their belongings. Much of this realizations stems from Rimowa’s long lasting standards for making their luggage strong, yet light weight. The patented polycarbonate shell of many of their luggage lines has not been replicated to be as light or as solid by any other manufacturers.
Rimowa says of themselves:
The first case was produced in the year 1898 – in the case factory in Cologne. At the time, the name of the company was Kofferfabrik Paul Morszeck. At the turn of the century, the cases were made of wood but the Cologne factory is already creating a great story with a design that is as lightweight as possible. Within a few years, Rimowa’s large wardrobe and steamer trunks have become the representative travel companions of high society. In the 1920s discerning globetrotters are delighted by the elegant cases produced by the company. In 1937, Richard Morszeck, the son of the company founder, brings the first steamer trunk made of lightweight metal onto the market. This is only the first of numerous brilliant innovative ideas upon which the global success of Rimowa is based. The brand name RIMOWA was derived from Richard Morszeck (Richard Morszeck Warenzeichen). In 1950, the first case was made from aluminium with the typical contour structure that has since made Rimowa products unmistakable. The great thing: The design combines minimum weight with maximum stability. Among the international jet set the contour cases quickly attain the status of cult objects.
The heritage of Rimowa:
