The item description didn't say one way or the other, so I purchased this at Black Friday based on Jay's comments that it definitely did expand.

It doesn't expand; it isn't even designed to expand, because the area with hinges is rigid.

I need the expansion because I tend to travel back with a lot more than I originally left with.

I linked ot this page by clicking on my orders, so I am positive I'm reviewing the right suitcase.