The worlds of art and travel merge with the popular C-Lite collection
SINGAPORE, Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsonite introduces a long-awaited collaboration that fuses the popular C-Lite luggage collection with the iconic and recognizable artwork of beloved artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. Aimed at an artistic audience as well as Generation Z and millennial travelers who appreciate pop culture, the luggage will become the coolest travel companion and also a coveted collector's item that will be preserved for years.
Available worldwide in limited quantities, this collaborative edition features two unique yet harmonious exterior designs that are a bold celebration of Jean-Michel Basquiat's neo-expressionist style. The first model in the collection, called the Pez Dispenser, features a dinosaur with a crown - a reference to the American candy known as "Pez", which is a symbol of pop culture. The figure is printed on a crisp white background to make the artwork stand out. The second model in this collection, called the Untitled Skull, features rich, textured artwork depicting an X-ray-like view of the upper and lower jaw of a head. This iconic graphic is packed with multiple colors and graffiti details to create a powerful and eye-catching impact on any luggage carousel.
Artistic credibility and cool factor aside, C-Lite suitcases stand out for their high functionality, a quality for which Samsonite, the world leader in luggage, is known. Made in Europe, all C-Lite cases are shock absorbent and feature a striking self-reinforced design, perfect for resisting scratches or withstanding extreme travel conditions. Constructed from Curv® material, the luggage collection is extremely strong, incredibly lightweight and features dual smooth-rolling wheels that ensure travelers get around effortlessly while maximizing maneuverability. A long, sturdy double-tube handle makes carrying a second bag easy and comfortable. Each C-Lite piece of luggage includes a TSA-approved combination lock and integrated ID tag for added security. The cabin version of the C-Lite, undoubtedly the most demanded by modern travellers, is equipped with an integrated USB port (with a pocket for the battery), which means that charging your devices on the go has never been easier. .
The interior functionality of the Jean-Michel Basquiat x Samsonite collection is as remarkable as its exterior. Equipped with a high-quality RECYCLEX™ liner made from post-consumer recycled PET bottles, the C-Lite collection is especially appealing to sustainability-conscious travellers. C-Lite luggage also features a large apron pocket, lowered cross straps and divider pads to keep belongings organized with exceptional ease. Basquiat's bold and raw graphic style extends to the interior of each suitcase, which features the artist's signature design that layers individual words and short lines of text with the occasional inset of an image. The result offers a visual framework that is synonymous with Basquiat's creative style. Each Jean-Michel Basquiat x Samsonite suitcase carries an interior collaboration tag to identify this special project.
The Jean-Michel Basquiat x Samsonite C-Lite collection is available in three sizes, including one cabin size and two check-in sizes, and comes with a 10-year warranty. The unique result of this collaboration is a celebration of travel and art grounded in creative believability and practicality.
Partnership made in collaboration with Artestar, a global creative consultancy and licensing agency that represents high-level artists, photographers, designers and creatives.
The full legal line must be included when the name of the artist or artwork is used:
© Property of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Licensed by Artestar, New York.
All Instagram posts/stories/IGTV/Reels must include @mysamsonite, @artestarnyc, and @BasquiatOfficial in the tags and captions.
All LinkedIn and Facebook posts and stories must include Samsonite, Artestar and Basquiat Official in the tags and captions.
Curv® is a registered trademark of CANCO Hungary Ltd.
AVAILABLE IN SAMSONITE STORES AND ON SAMSONITE.COM BEGINNING OCTOBER 20, 2022.
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