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JOY MANGANO LUGGAGE?

Tinkrbl44 — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 17:48:22 GMT

Not sure which category includes "Luggage", so I'll post it here.

I saw the TS of 3 pieces of Luggage ... with drawers !!! ... and am wondering if anyone can comment on this brand of totes and luggage.

I was planning to purchase one large piece when the right one came along, to add to my collection, but now I'm liking the idea of drawers in my suitcases.

I usually don't like to purchase large items because returning them is such a PITA .... so would like to be confident I'll probably keep it if I buy it.

Anyone have any feedback ? TIA !!

Tink

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HULAGIRL — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 17:52:54 GMT

If you want a soft-side piece....check out the deals HSN has with Samantha Brown.

Personally, I prefer hard-side light-weight luggage.....I have a Heys case that I love and I use Samantha Brown packing cubes. It has held up well and is easy for me to handle.

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JaneMarple — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 18:00:45 GMT

I just took a peek at HSN and looked at reviews for Joy's luggage, (not the TS, but similar). 3 out of 5 stars. Her luggage is beautiful but I would read up on it first. I like Joy but since this is a lot of money, it's best to be safe than sorry.

BTW Samantha Brown's luggage has not so great reviews.

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conlt — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 18:04:31 GMT

Joy sold me on this luggage today because of the wheels. A couple of weeks ago, I bought a Samantha Brown wallet and I sent it back because I thought the price was too high for the quality. We will see, Joys luggage has the Good Housekeeping seal and a 10 year warranty. I hope it lasts, seems like it is made out of strong material and I like the drawers. I got the periwinkle blue.

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NickNack — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 18:08:28 GMT

I bought a three piece set of her luggage many years ago. It had the drawers and the wheels. The first time I carried it I knew would be the last. The zippers were not strong. The wheels were not smooth like other luggage, and I ended up not liking the drawers either. I got rid of it right after that trip. It was a complete waste of my money. It may have improved through the years, but I would never take a chance on it again.

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sunshine45 — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 18:25:14 GMT

have two sets of her luggage for several years now......not the drawer style though.

they are still holding up well. use them often for airplane trips and weekend getaways by car. no problems with the hardware or with the soft sided material. quality pieces. i also have a set of imans quilted luggage, which i think is made by the same company.

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bonnielu — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 18:49:02 GMT

I have a luggage collection so I am not in the market for more. I travel with one garment bag on wheels (4 of them) and a large suitcase, also four wheels. I check them. I have a soft carry on for stuff to read and things that are too valuable to check. Actually I have several choices of everything. I have too much and darn the airport experience never seems to destroy them so I can buy the latest and greatest. It is like my car, cannot get a new one because it never goes bad.

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Kachina624 — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 21:13:55 GMT

I have one of her earlier sets and what a bunch of junk it is! The largest piece won't even stand up when it's packed. I was literally in tears trying to pack this thing according to instructions. Used once and will never, never use it again. The next time the Salvation Army is around they'll take the whole mess with them.

Save your money for Samantha Brown. Her luggage is very nice, holds up well and looks good.

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kaydee50 — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 23:01:25 GMT

I would not buy luggage without seeing it in person.

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Tinkrbl44 — Sat, 18 Feb 2017 23:57:36 GMT

@bonnielu wrote:
I have a luggage collection so I am not in the market for more. I travel with one garment bag on wheels (4 of them) and a large suitcase, also four wheels. I check them. I have a soft carry on for stuff to read and things that are too valuable to check. Actually I have several choices of everything. I have too much and darn the airport experience never seems to destroy them so I can buy the latest and greatest. It is like my car, cannot get a new one because it never goes bad.

@bonnielu

Oh boy, I hear ya! I also have a "luggage collection" and a fine running Toyota that has paid for itself 5 times over. LOL

On the other hand, you probably update programs on your computer when they come out .... at least some of them. Maybe it's time to "update" your luggage collection and donate the used pieces so someone who's short on cash can get a decent piece of luggage for a trip.

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BabyYoda — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 00:52:42 GMT

I will never buy anything that woman sells. I stopped buying from her 3 years ago. Her stuff used to be good when she first came on HSN. Then her products are all made in China and would break or fall apart. Complete garbage line she has now. Example... I bought her huggable hangers when they first came out and they are still in my closet. I wanted more sets for my guest bedroom so 3 years ago I ordered them and they were thinner and actually broke in half and some metal hooks came right out of the hanger. Wth. Same thing happened with her My Little Steamer. I still have her original one and it still works. The later ones all stopped working. I even gave them as gifts and not one person told me theirs still works. They all stop working. My friend had Joys luggage she bought 2 years ago and she went to get her bag at the baggage carousel at the airport and the handle came right off!!!

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patbz — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 01:01:17 GMT

I don't own any of Joy's luggage (or any other tv luggage). I travel all the time, worldwide and choose my luggage carefully. Buy it from Ebags (there is an outlet I use). I go by size, weight, construction and brand. I am partial to Travel Pro and LeSportsac (for carry on and "just in case").

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itiswhatitis — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 02:23:42 GMT

There is/was a California Proposition 65 Warning on her luggage that many people freaked out about. I personally would not buy it without having first seen it with my own eyes. I say this, because a decent luggage set is an investment.

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happy32 — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 02:42:25 GMT

I bought a luggage set from Samantha Brown several years ago and I love it. It still looks great and functions very well. Having the right luggage can make traveling a lot easier and a bit less stressful.

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wildlifewitch — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 06:51:39 GMT

@Tinkrbl44 wrote:
Not sure which category includes "Luggage", so I'll post it here.

I saw the TS of 3 pieces of Luggage ... with drawers !!! ... and am wondering if anyone can comment on this brand of totes and luggage.

I was planning to purchase one large piece when the right one came along, to add to my collection, but now I'm liking the idea of drawers in my suitcases.

I usually don't like to purchase large items because returning them is such a PITA .... so would like to be confident I'll probably keep it if I buy it.

Anyone have any feedback ? TIA !!

Tink

Briggs/Riley have an unconditional life time warranty. Tumi reduced theirs. Keep doing your homework. Joy and the gang never mention B/R, but every other name gets dropped. Hm....

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gacat123 — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 19:36:56 GMT

@patbz

Thank you for your wise luggage suggestions!

My DH is looking for a laptop/IPad tote trolley with SPIN wheels he could put under the front seat during plane travel and put his carry on in the overhead bin. Many are the drag along wheels, he prefers the spin wheels.

His computer bag fits under the seat but is HEAVY , he is thinking a rolling tote makes sense.

I would appreciate any suggestions.

We have a nice TRAVEL CHAT group over on the AMONG FRIENDS Forum, do drop in!

We are trying get a dedicated QVC TRAVEL FORUM set up for questions like luggage.

Keep Calm and Travel On,

CAT

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sassenach1 — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 19:41:41 GMT

I am a road warrior, on several flights per week. Briggs & Riley is excellent and backed by a lifetime warranty. My current bag is a spinner hardside by Travelon. I love it. I never, ever check my bags. I think Travelon has a laptop size version, too.

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Jbar — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 20:54:01 GMT

I live near an HSN outlet. Last time I was there, they had tons of Joy luggage. I would give it a C-.

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Lipstickdiva — Mon, 20 Feb 2017 15:41:05 GMT

I don't like Mangano anything. The only item of Joy's I've had luck with are her hangers from years ago. Even the newer version of those aren't the same.

I never tried her luggage but I know more than one person who has and it fell apart. Pieces broke off, zippers broke, etc.

I own Samantha Brown luggage and love it. Right now I have a 2 piece set that is a 21" carry-on and I think the other piece is called the under seater. I do want the larger bag to check.

I personally wouldn't even consider Joy's stuff.

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ctinaw — Mon, 20 Feb 2017 18:05:28 GMT

My mom purchased this recent TSV in yellow for my daughter who is going on a school trip to Washington DC in June. For her purposes I think it will be great. It sounds as if Joy has made improvements to her luggage since several years ago. The double zipper as an example. I remember reading some not so great luggage reviews for joy, but that again was from a long time ago. I'm definitely curious and hopeful as to what will come in the mail. I have an expensive set of luggage that was purchased a around 13 years ago and while it still looks great, the dimensions of carry on luggage has changed and even the smallest is not carry on friendly, which is a shame. I did notice that the smallest wheeled piece in this set is ONE inch over what most airlines allow for depth... (really joy? why would you do that???) not sure if that would be something you could get away with or not... I guess there is only one way to find out. I have my fingers crosse dthat this one is decent. I can see my daughter really liking the drawer funciton... I just hope it works well. I thought it was a little weird that during the presentations joy wasn't packing and unpacking the luggage which would have showed how much was in there and how easily or not easily the drawers went in and out. I'll try to remember to come back report after we get it

I totally understand the skepticism. Joys products are really hit or miss. She is quite the saleswoman, I'll give her that.

As a side note, someone asked about the PROP 65 warning on the hsn forums and an hsn rep responded that this new luggage does not have that warning.