I am not someone who's good at packing light [1]; even if I'm only taking a carry-on bag [2] on a trip, it is stuffed to the brim. This is why I've traditionally favoured soft suitcases; they're more malleable and easier to stuff things into. However, today luggage brand Away has released a new collection of Flex suitcases [3], which come with an extra two inches of extendable space in every hard suitcase.

There are many benefits of having hard luggage, namely that it's a more secure way to travel. These new suitcases have all the benefits of a traditional Away suitcase [4], with that extra expandable space that makes all the difference. You don't have to use it if you don't want to, but if you buy something new on holiday, don't worry, it'll still fit in your bag. The collection has four sizes, the Carry On, the Bigger Carry On, the Medium, and the Large suitcase. So basically, travel and shop to your heart's content. I might just invest in a hard suitcase now.

The Staple Suitcase: Away The Carry-On Flex

Wherever you're going, take this Away The Carry-On Flex [5] ($255) with you. It also comes in black, and contains an extra two and a quarter inches of space to be used at your leisure. If you're travelling internationally, this is the suitcase to use.

The Ultimate Carry-On: Away The Bigger Carry-On Flex

If you're travelling through the United States, this Away The Bigger Carry-On Flex [6] ($275) is the suitcase for you. Going somewhere and only want to take a carry on bag? Well, you've met your match. It contains an extra two and a quarter inches of space and comes in four colours.

A Mid Size Suitcase: Away The Medium Flex

This Away The Medium Flex [7] ($325) is a bag that would need to be checked on a flight. It's big enough to fit all your essentials, but not so massive that it feels overwhelming. It has an extra one and three quarter inches of space, and also comes in navy.

The Biggest Suitcase You Can Find: Away The Large Flex

When you need to store everything, this Away The Large Flex [8] ($355) is the bag for you. It's massive, and can fit everything you need. It has an extra one and three quarter inches of space, and comes in four colours.