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Anna Sui’s floral motif appears on travel and lifestyle accessories for Spring 2013 | |
Tumi’s Spring 2013 collection presents a contemporary selection of travel, business and day bags infused with natural shades and rich materials.
This season, Tumi’s travel and business collections are redefined by scaled-down proportions, without sacrificing space and function, the company said. The breakthrough Tegra-Lite and Alpha Lightweight collections make a comeback with new colours. New styles are introduced in key collections such as Alpha Bravo and Beacon Hill.
Tumi’s women’s collections take shape with a mix of bold prints and pops of colour. Silhouettes are designed with a sense of simplicity and functional purpose. Voyageur, Villa and the new, classic Carlisle collection blend classic styling with seasonal brights.
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The Ticon collection is dubbed Tumi’s new signature |
In addition to presenting the second season’s collaboration with American designer Anna Sui and the new Ticon collection stamped with the new signature of Tumi, the company introduces the following lines:
Alpha Lightweight: A twist on Tumi’s iconic Alpha collection, Alpha Lightweight combines hard side protection with Tumi’s signature ballistic nylon. The collection, available in five different styles from international carry-on to extended trip, is Tumi’s first lightweight ballistic nylon hard-sided case with a front pocket. Spruce and espresso add colour to this collection for Spring 2013.
Tegra-Lite: Dubbed Tumi’s lightest and strongest travel collection, Tegra-Lite is made from Tegris, a polypropylene thermoplastic composite material that is exclusive to Tumi for travel and accessories. Reintroduced for Spring, Tegra-Lite is offered in three new colours, carbon, indigo and white, and is available in 20in, 21in, 25in, 27in and 29in sizes.
Ducati Retro: This retro-inspired, moto-sport design collection from Tumi and Ducati takes its cue from Ducati’s 1972 championship race winning bike, the 750 Imola Desmo, incorporating design features such as metallic treatments, tumbled textured leathers and perforated details. The collection spans a 20in carry-on and an assortment of day bags.
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The Tegra-Lite line comes in several new colours for Spring 2013 |
Beacon Hill: In fresh colours and materials, Beacon Hill’s all-leather business and day bag collection introduces ballistic nylon and a coated cotton material with leather trim details. Standout styles include the Branch Slim Laptop Brief and the functional Tremont Tote. A new style, the Grove Backpack, is introduced to round out the assortment, aiming to provide a hands-free item. The colour palette includes royal blue and grey with a seasonal offering in sage.
Rounding out the leather assortment, a Storm colour is a fresh addition to the neutral palette. This new colour is offered in both the Branch Slim Laptop Brief and Brimmer Backpack in addition to two new styles: The Irving Slim Laptop Brief and the Phillips Tote. The Irving style is a slimmer, compact brief that is said to allow for an easy transition from day to night. Redefined in a sleek silhouette is the Phillips tote that can be carried over the shoulder, cross-body or by a top-handle.
Alpha Bravo: The Bravo collection is available in a Sahara colour. Made from a lightweight material with rich brown leather trim, these bags are described as both durable and stylish. Available in the Beale Mini Messenger, Knox Backpack, McNair Slim Brief and the new Randolph iPad Cross Body.
Centro: Centro provides a hands-free and compact way to carry essentials, with multiple exterior zip pockets, an adjustable body strap and iPad compatibility. A new key item is added for Spring, the Murano Sling, a stylish cross-body option. This sling, available in navy, walnut and jet, provides a simple and easy approach to the day bag.
Virtue: With the growing popularity of the backpack style, the durable and lightweight Virtue collection presents two styles in this day bag category: Courage and Diligence. Each backpack is made from lightweight nylon, coupled with premium leather and metal trim details, delivering a casual product for everyday business needs.
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Carlisle is a new collection of sophisticated business bags |
Vapor: Tumi’s core hard-sided, four-wheeled, lightweight cases will be introduced in a raspberry colour and the Anna Sui floral print. Vapor offers five different sizing options to suit travel needs.
Voyageur: For Spring 2013, best-selling styles such as the Super Leger Carry-On, Quintessential Tote and Cortina Boarding Tote blend with the seasonal Raspberry, Pansy and Anna Sui Floral print. Crafted from lightweight nylon with leather trim details, Voyageur’s women’s collection spans business, travel and day bags.
Villa: Dubbed sophisticated and elegant, the Villa collection maintains its polished look in a bold seasonal Marigold colourway. Made from Italian coated canvas, each style, from the Lucca City Tote to the Turin Shopper, is designed to meet the needs of the style-conscious woman.
Carlisle: Said to add elegance to business bags, the Carlisle collection makes its debut this Spring. Derived from four best-selling styles, these classic leather totes with a simple structure and subtle trim stitched detailing are offered in striking raspberry and ginger tones, and in classic black and bone. Each bag has an organised nylon interior with a removable, cushioned laptop case.
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The Vapor hard-sided case is introduced in a raspberry colour and Anna Sui floral print |
Georgetown: Made from ballistic nylon and stamped with a feminine croco-trim detailing, this business collection offers a seasonal raisin colour. The Turin Shopper is introduced, alongside the classic University Backpack and Forrest Attaché.
iPad Crossbody: This Spring, a vibrant colour offering in a new cross-body silhouette is introduced with both functionality and fun, according to Tumi. A dedicated padded pocket is designed on the interior to protect an iPad with additional stitched pockets for a mobile phone and credit cards. This cross-body bag can transition from day to night and is available in nine colour options, including bright colours such as raspberry.
Mobile accessories and electronics: A new assortment of iPad, tablet and iPhone cases is offered in spring colours and prints, both in ballistic nylon and leather. New to the electronics range is the Mobile Power Pack, providing extra power and allowing the traveller to stay connected while on-the-go, the company said.
Small leathergoods: From iPhone wristlets to zip-around travel wallets, the colourful Spring collection is made with Villa’s coated canvas material and Capra’s soft pebbled leather, in tones such as raspberry, pansy and orange.
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Alpha Lightweight sees fresh colour options for the new season |
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