Travelling soon or needing an upgrade? Here's the best luggage to buy right now.

Whether you're off on a fabulous overseas trip, an Aussie holiday, or even an interstate work or family visit, everyone needs some solid luggage.

So to help with the research process, we've rounded up 15 of the best suitcases we could find. If you're keen to pack light, there are plenty of carry-on suitcase options, and if you're in for the long-haul, we have large suitcases that can be checked in, too.

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When it comes to finding the best suitcase, it needs to tick the following boxes: It has to be a nice colour, functional, have lots of space, brilliant wheels and plenty of pockets and compartments inside. 

Plus, if it's on the affordable side – that's a big win in our books!

From American Tourister to Samsonite and July, we round up some of the best suitcases on the market right now.

American Tourister Curio 2 size large 80cm in Khaki, $279.30.

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American Tourister Airconic size large 77cm Deep Ocean, $266.

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American Tourister Curio 2 size small 55cm in Fresh Pink, $185.50. 

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Nere Stori 75cm Suitcase in Cashmere Blue, $149.

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July Checked Suitcase 80L in Sand, $375.

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July Carry On Suitcase 42L in Clay, $325.

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Samsonite Oc2Lite 55cm Spinner Suitcase in Navy Blue, $234.50.

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Samsonite Hi-Fi Spinner 81cm EXP in Sky Blue, $395.50.

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Samsonite Oc2Lite 81cm Spinner Suitcase in Black, $349.30.

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DKNY Bias 78cm Suitcase in Rose, $179.

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Away Checked Suitcase The Medium in Green, $345.

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Away The Carry-On Flex in Petal, $325.

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Echolac Japan Los Angeles Echolac Medium Hard Side Case 61cm in Red, $312.00.

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JETT BLACK Iceberg Paragon Large Suitcase 76cm in Iceberg White, $279.00.

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American Tourister Speedstar 77cm Case in Atlantic, $179.

Image: Strandbags. 

What's your favourite type of suitcase to take on holidays? Have any packing tips or recommendations? Let us know in the comments below!

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