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Béis luggage review: Our honest thoughts on the suitcase and weekender bag
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We all have baggage; may as well make it look good, right?
That was our feeling when we kept seeing Béis luggage all over our social media, from TikTok to viral moments involving our favorite (or least favorite?) Bravo stars as of late. Regardless, anyone who is anyone seems to have these bags, so we wanted to get in on the action and put the brand to the test ourselves.
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Béis luggage and bags are created to make travel both seamless and stylish. With designs as functional as they are fashionable, Béis bags boast weight-limit indicators, spinner wheels, stain-resistance, large capacities, and more safety and security features to secure your belongings.
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Pros: Built-in weight indicator
Interior pockets and laundry bags
TSA-approved lock
Durable shell and spinner wheels
Gorgeous colors that turn heads
Cons: Light colors scuff easily
Slightly heavier than some competitors
The Medium Hard Shell Roller is Béis's second-largest suitcase, designed to endure the trials of airport chaos while looking damn good doing it. It features a 360-degree wheel system for gliding across terminals, a TSA lock for security, a cushioned handle with a built-in weight limit indicator (which lights up red if you exceed 50 lbs), and an exterior clip for attaching other bags. Inside, you'll find multiple compartments for organization, including compression flaps, zipper pockets, and even labeled laundry bags.
Size options: Available in Small Carry-On, Carry-On, Medium Check-In, Large Check-In | Color options: 13 | Special features: TSA-approved lock, 360 spinning wheels, Stain resistant, Expandable design
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Pros: Dedicated shoe/toiletry compartment
Padded laptop sleeve for easy TSA removal
Spacious interior with multiple organizing pockets
Smart trolley sleeve converts into hidden pocket
Stylish and structured
Cons: Shoulder strap may wear or break with heavy use (Béis sent a replacement)
Can be a tight fit in regional or budget airline overhead bins
Light colors may show dirt over time
The Béis Weekender Bag is the overachiever of carry-ons — part overnight bag, part gym tote, part chaotic travel goblin whisperer. It's got structure (thanks to a firm frame that doesn't collapse when empty), sophistication (in colors that look expensive), and smarts (like a bottom zippered compartment just for shoes, wet clothes, or TSA-angering toiletries). The main compartment includes a padded laptop sleeve, key leash, two open pockets, and a zippered section for tech or your emergency snacks. The pièce de résistance? The back sleeve slides over your suitcase handle and doubles as a secret pocket when zipped at the bottom. In other words, it's not just a bag. It's a system.
Size options: Mini Weekender, Regular Weekender | Color options: 7 | Special features: Key leash, Organizational pockets, Trolley pass-through
What is Béis, and why is it so popular?
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If luggage had a hype brand, this would be it.
Béis, at its core, is a luggage brand for the aesthetic traveler, who also values function as much as fashion. It was founded by actress, model, and mom, Shay Mitchell, who also happens to be an avid traveler. She is also the CEO of the brand, giving the company the most honest celebrity endorsement.
Aside from the star-factor, the bags themselves gained popularity for their multi-purpose design and matching colors, including the very millennial pink set reviewed below.
'You don't need to buy a plane ticket to find our designs useful—we made sure every detail delivered on your day-to-day goals,' reads the site. 'For instance, our duffle doubles as a gym bag, and our backpack goes from carry-on to carrying all your tech. Our hard-side luggage sets are made for traveling with every feature carefully designed to keep you moving effortlessly while staying fashion-forward.'
Lastly, for those who follow internet drama and Bravo reality shows, the Béis bags made an appearance in the middle of the #scandoval 'Vanderpump Rules' drama, when Raquel Leviss was seen leaving Tom Sandoval's house with a beige weekender bag. Then, the brand not only used this for social media fire, but gifted Ariana Madix an entire set of luggage, which she then took to the airport as seen in this Page Six exclusive.
All in all, Béis is the luggage brand for both the 'it' girl and the high-speed traveler and go-getter, combining all the amazing features listed below and a touch of fashion, too.
Our review
I put both the hard-sided luggage and the weekender to the ultimate test — flying on not one or two mainstream flights via JetBlue but also on a smaller budget airline before the bags could finally return home. That's a total of four trips to the airport, eight luggage shoots, two hotel bellhops, and many forms of car and van transit for the bags to get roughed up, scratched up… or survive without a ding?
There's something about having a matching set of luggage… I also loved how the bag clipped right to the front of the suitcase and could also slide over the handle for another way to carry.
Sophie Cannon
I have never felt fancier parading through an airport in my life. This is a lofty statement, especially as someone who travels frequently and with all sorts of luggage. However, on my way to JFK, even the cab driver noticed my bags — 'Nice color, I like this.'
Aside from aesthetics, the true test of a suitcase is twofold: Does it pack well, and does it hold up through the rough conditions of TSA, baggage claim, and traveling? I put both to the ultimate test, flying on not one or two mainstream flights via JetBlue but also on a smaller budget airline with minimal overhead space and only one-by-two person seating.
Sophie Cannon
Packing: As with any trip, packing is the first hurdle. When I opened the suitcase, I was pleasantly surprised to see that not only did I buy a sturdy, hard-sized bag, but it also came with two internal zipper pockets for organization, a flat flap with a zipper for more delicate dresses or even art work on the way home and my favorite part, two bags for dirty clothes labeled 'dirt bag' and 'not so Béisic.'
Another huge win for me was the weight sensor, built right into the handle of the bag. When you hit 50lbs, the sensor lights up red, telling you to pack a bit less and avoid a sticky situation when you get to TSA. I tested this with the old-fashioned step-on-a-scale-and-step-off trick, which I also hate in general — I don't want to weigh myself, thank you — and it was accurate, as my massive bag clocked in at under 50lbs and didn't light up, but when I added an extra outfit it lit up with the warning and sure enough, the scale showed 51lbs.
The TSA lock (left) made me feel safe lugging my luggage around the country, and the packing situation on the inside kept my art safe and flat and my breakables tucked away inside the hard-shell bag.
Sophie Cannon
Baggage Claim and TSA: This part was the easiest, as I already knew my bag would be under the 50-pound limit. Sure enough, at the JetBlue gate, my bag was under the limit by a few pounds, and I was given my luggage tag receipt and sent on my way with my weekender in hand.
On the larger planes to and from JFK, I was able to easily slide the bag under the seat in front of me and put it in the overhead bin. I was a bit scared for the skinny plane from Aruba to Curaçao, as even the flight attendant at the gate warned me that if my weekender didn't fit in the overhead, I would have to gate check it. However, with full faith in my Béis bag, I was indeed able to turn the bag on its side and successfully close the overhead bin. Be sure to check your airline's dimensions, though, as others may find themselves on even smaller planes.
TSA with my weekender was also a breeze, as I easily found my laptop in the padded pocket and removed my baggy of liquids from the main inside compartment. The bag just barely fit in the provided bins at the airport, but the bag does have little feet on the bottom and can ride on the conveyor belt alone, pending your airport's rules.
Sophie Cannon
Cannon's not the only Post Wanted member who's a fan of Béis. Barret Wertz, New York Post's commerce editorial director, is also a fan, owning the same set in a different color.
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How much does Béis luggage cost?
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What is the price for seamless packing and travel? Not priceless, but we're willing to spend a pretty penny on pretty luggage.
Starting with the actual hard-sided luggage, the smallest carry-on bag goes for $248 and includes 360-degree wheels, a weight indicator for packing, a cushioned handle, and TSA-friendly locks. These features can also be found on the larger check-in roller collection, which includes a 26-inch roller ($338) and a 29-inch roller ($368) in a rainbow of colors and neutrals.
The viral weekender bag retails for $108 and comes in matching colors to the suitcases above. You can also check out the mini weekender for $98.
Béis sizes and specs
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Looking at their luggage specifically, Béis carries one 21-inch Carry-On and two sizes in their hard-shell luggage, a 26-inch Medium Check-In Roller and a 29-inch Large Check-In Roller. They also carry one black soft-sided carry-on and one black soft-sided check-in bag, with a 21-inch and 29-inch size, respectively.
Each suitcase also comes with unique features that make travel a breeze, one in particular for over-packers. On the side of the bag is a weight indicator that automatically lights up red if your bag is over 50 pounds. This alone is a stand-out feature, but when combined with the TSA lock, cushioned handle, and the outside luggage clip to attach more luggage or totes, this suitcase can really do it all.
The weekender collection also comes in two sizes, with the larger having a 49-liter capacity and the Mini at a 33-liter size. They both have a separate bottom zipper compartment that can store shoes or toiletries, while the interior of the bag comes with a padded laptop sleeve, a zipper pocket, two open pockets, and a key leash clip.
How we tested
All products were tested on multiple flights across various airlines, including JetBlue and a small regional plane in the Caribbean. Our editor used both the hard shell roller and the weekender bag for four full travel days — including hotel transfers, baggage claims, car rides, and overhead bin Tetris. Each product was packed to full capacity and weighed against the built-in sensor to verify accuracy. TSA checkpoints were also used to test ease of use with laptop removal, liquid access, and bin compatibility.
Additional criteria included:
Durability: Assessed by visible wear after flights and handling
Assessed by visible wear after flights and handling Functionality: Interior organization, ease of transport, built-in features
Interior organization, ease of transport, built-in features Design/Aesthetic: Style, color options, and social response (yes, compliments count)
Style, color options, and social response (yes, compliments count) Value: Quality compared to price and competitors
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