RIMOWA’s classic “Classic” and “Original” models are both iconic aluminum suitcases. Although they share a similar exterior with a ribbed design known as grooves, there are clear differences in their expressions: the Classic has an angular shape, while the Original has a rounded form. In this article, we will look beyond the framework of the Rimowa brand to examine the two major models that symbolize aluminum suitcases, sort out their similarities and differences, and find clues to help us determine which model to choose.
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Commonalities between 'Classic' and 'Original'Rimowa's iconic aluminum body and ribbed design
The most distinctive feature common to both models is the aluminum exterior. The Classic and Original are the only current models to feature this iconic Rimowa material.
Left: Classic / Right: Original
The robustness of the body, which originated from the aluminum trunks introduced in the 1920s, is world-renowned and has long been the choice of adventurers and travelers because even scratches and dents can be enjoyed as the years go by.
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The ribbed design carved into its exterior was also inspired by German aircraft. It is the brand’s original design code that transformed the design to enhance the strength of the surface into a design.
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