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From its name inspired by ancient Peruvian culture to its evolution into sculptural carry-ons and forward-thinking travel bags, Tumi reflects on its journey, celebrating 50 years of design and innovation
In Seoul’s Cave House, actor and global brand ambassador Mun Ka Young offered an early glimpse of what was to come for Tumi’s 50th anniversary. Dressed in a structured all-black ensemble with knee-high leather boots, she carried a gold Lex Mini Train Case as she arrived at the lifestyle brand’s celebration in the South Korean capital.
True enough, this preview heralded Tumi’s fifth decade as a travel and lifestyle brand by introducing a capsule collection featuring four of its 19 Degree Aluminum silhouettes, reimagined in a new Bullion Gold finish. The series also pays tribute to its namesake, a gold-plated ceremonial Peruvian knife, making the anniversary drop a nod to heritage and design evolution.
The release includes the Briefcase, International Carry-On, Watch Travel Case, and Minaudiere, each produced in a limited run of 250 units and stamped with a special story patch bearing its edition number.
Creative director Victor Sanz calls the drop a tribute and a statement piece: “This ultra-limited-edition drop is all about celebrating where we’ve been, 50 years of pushing boundaries in design and craftsmanship, and where we’re headed.”
The capsule collection has been spotted on models Alioune Badara Fall, cosplayer Hakken, fashion creators Mark Boutilier and Lisa Corbo, Thai actors Pongtiwat Tangwancharoen and Dunk Natachai, and Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee.
A curated selection of the anniversary pieces will be available in limited quantities at select retail locations in New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto. Globally, the capsule will launch at key Tumi flagships and select stores in Asia-Pacific, including Japan, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam, as well as in major European markets such as Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and Switzerland.
According to the brand, the milestone also reflects their global journey, traced through its name rooted in ancient Peruvian culture, its presence in over 75 countries, and its roster of ambassadors, including British racing driver Lando Norris.
For more information, visit Tumi’s official website.
