Uniquely shaped briefcases and other carriers from Williams British Handmade luggage collection. Though the pale blue L-shaped briefcase is a little odd (I’d prefer it to be hinged at the corner so that the little flap may be flipped open without opening the whole thing), the red inverted U-shaped carrier is both pretty and practical.

Packing for the holiday season already? How’s this for traveling in style? Vintage-style handsome leather travel luggage from Steamline Luggage.

Methinks they look prettier than a Diane Von Furstenberg luggage set.

Louis Vuitton City Guide 2009 is beautifully-designed (with illustrations by Ruben Toledo) and apparently quite good. The European Cities Guide (available in French and English) highlights the best from 32 cities such Amsterdam, Prague, London, Rome, Madrid and Moscow, and at $145 for a set of 9 volumes, isn’t the most expensive of guides and definitely one of the cheapest things you can buy emblazoned with a (authentic) Louis Vuitton logo.

Dedicated guides for New York, Miami, Mumbai, Tokyo and Paris are also available at $38.