Joan Collins travels with a trolley load of Louis Vuitton. Kate Moss prefers modern heritage brand Globe-Trotter (as, apparently, does HM the Queen who took a set on her honeymoon). Barack Obama has been spotted with Tumi. But for all you luggage-lovers out there, there’s a new set of suitcases to aspire to – and at £24,248 for six pieces, it makes even the most upmarket brands look positively bargain basement. Wraith Luggage Collection by Rolls-RoyceThe new collection is by Rolls-Royce. It has been designed to fit perfectly into the boot of a Rolls-Royce Wraith (the collection is also called Wraith), and comprises two Grand Tourer valises, three Long Weekender bags and one Garment Carrier. Clever features include self-righting wheels, positioned to glide effortlessly into the back of the boot without any of the usual pushing and shoving, and handles designed to ensure an even weight distribution which prevents undue pressure on the hand. The same invisible stitching used on the steering wheel of Wraith has been applied to ensure a perfectly smooth and tactile finish and there’s no flashy branding: just the company’s discrete double R logo.Wraith Luggage Collection by Rolls-RoyceSo if you already own a Rolls-Royce Wraith and fancy a beautiful set of luggage to match, here’s your chance (the collection is only available to order through Rolls-Royce dealerships). The rest of us will just have to make do with the photos – let’s face it, those elegant double RRs are unlikely to be making an appearance on the carousel at Heathrow.

BY MAGGIE O’SULLIVAN