There’s a certain art to traveling in style—and your rollaboard luggage has much to do with it. Opting to pack your belonging into one of the best carry-on luggage cases serves as a reference to how you take care of your things, what you like to do in your free time, and where you like to travel. They are a small glimpse of your lifestyle. So, whether you’re jet-setting to Le Barthelemy in St. Barts for the opening of their new restaurant Amis or heading to Vienna for the holiday shops, it’s important to make sure that your carry-on luggage represents you best.

In fact, when I observe my fellow travelers (people-watching is the best way to burn time at the airport), I take notice of their carry-on luggage before anything else. A leather duffle indicates a sense of refinement while rolling steel-cased luggage suggests something more serious and corporate. Canvas totes mean someone is headed to someplace warm and loves to relax, while large backpacks make me think that the wearer is practical and heading to an adventure in the great outdoors. When someone chooses to pack their suits with a sleek garment bag, I’m astounded at the attention to care and detail. That is, to me, the ultimate refinement.

Below, find the best carry-on luggage options complete (and complement) your travel style.

For Those Traveling for Business

If you’re catching flights for the sake of business, consider carry-on luggage that is practical and durable. Hard side luggage protects your belongings and is usually equipped with 360- wheels, making it easy to zip through terminals in between connecting flights. Also, you should consider packing your conference and meeting attire in garment bags to prevent any sort of wrinkling.

For Those Heading to the Tropics

If you’re heading to the tropics, the odds are that you’re there for some rest and relaxation. While also protecting your resort wear, you’ll need to pack extra things like sunscreen, an extra set of shades, and flip-flops. Opt for luggage that does the job of carrying these things with ease while also being appropriate for the warmer weather.

For the Traveler with a Glamorous Social Calendar

Holiday galas, dinners, and parties tend to be the reason for travel during this time of the year. Not only should your carry-on luggage reflect the elegant engagements that you’re committed to, but they should also offer a bit more room for accessories, shoes, and longer garments.

For Those Headed to Adventure into the Great Outdoors

The luggage of travelers looking to reconnect with mother nature should not only be stylish but super practical. You’ll probably need carry-on bags with plenty of compartments so that the gear you’re taking on your trip can be stowed away neatly and properly.