Since 1950, when Rimowa debuted its first grooved aircraft-aluminium trunk inspired by the golden age of aviation, the German manufacturer has stood as the gold standard of luxury travel engineering. With the release of ‘Ink Blue,’ the brand presents a rich, meditative midnight shade that enters the catalog as a permanent core finish within the iconic Original collection.
Advanced Anodization on Classic Silhouettes
Achieving the deep, light-shifting tone of Ink Blue on aerospace-grade aluminium requires Rimowa’s specialized electrolytic anodizing process. The pigment is locked deep within the microscopic pores of the metal surface, resulting in a lustrous, durable finish that resists scratches and reveals subtle navy undertones under natural sunlight.
The Ink Blue finish is available across Rimowa’s foundational Original silhouettes:
- Original Cabin: The quintessential overhead companion for international jet-setters.
- Original Check-In L: Built for extended journeys with expansive packing capacity.
- Original Trunk Plus: The heritage wardrobe-inspired shape with high-volume depth.
Engineering Refinements & Lifetime Guarantee
Each Ink Blue suitcase incorporates Rimowa’s latest mechanical hardware enhancements:
- Handle Systems: Features the stage-free telescopic pull handle engineered for ergonomic micro-adjustments, paired with newly engineered grab handles fitted with an internal damper mechanism for a smooth, silent retraction.
- Movement: The proprietary Multiwheel system with ball-bearing mounted wheels and cushioned axles, ensuring near-silent glides across polished airport terminals and European cobblestones.
- Interior Organization: An updated height-adjustable Flex Divider system finished in matching tonal lining, now featuring an integrated zipped pocket for delicate valuables.
- Lifetime Guarantee: All suitcases are backed by Rimowa’s comprehensive Lifetime Functional Guarantee.
Extending the Hue: Leather, Denim, and Metal
Demonstrating its evolution into an all-encompassing luxury travel house, Rimowa has applied Ink Blue across multiple categories: the Groove Italian calf leather cross-body bags, reversible denim bucket hats with travel pouches, modular packing cubes, toiletry pouches, and anodised aluminium cardholders.
Originally reported by Sofia de la Cruz on Wallpaper*.
