I'm married to a Flight Attendant, who puts her carry-on luggage through grueling endurance tests on a daily basis. So when it came time for me to look for my own 21" upright, I used her bag as an example of what features and craftsmanship are important for a great carry-on. I selected the London Fog 21" Upright because its reviews were stellar and it was different than the run-of-the-mill carry-ons you see being wheeled around the airports. The LF has more than fulfilled my list of desirable features. It's perfect for a 3-day getaway, with strong pockets for my array of electronic power adapters and battery chargers, as well as the structure I needed to carry dress attire and a pair of shoes. The detached, one-quart clear plastic zippered pouch is a nice touch for the Homeland Security conscious. I love this bag, and my flight attendant wife is impressed, too. Fortunately, the bag isn't the airline regulation, any-color-as-long-as-it-is-black color.