As usual Lauren! Excellent detailed review- but I am not into extensions-very much into Monos though!❤

I've been looking for an expandable carry on for christmas markets this winter!! Carry On going over and check it with the christmas goodies in it coming home!! Thank you for this video - just ordered one!! Woohoo!!

I want to buy a metro backpack now! What nylon and/or vegan leather colors do you think would pair best with my hybrid carry on in champagne?

I am very excited when I first heard about this expandable carry-on. Unfortunately, the color selection is too boring. Looking forward to a more firing color selection.

Hi, love your vidio's. I am a big fan of Nomad Lane. I have the Bento bag and the Origami Tote. I have bought the large Tomodachi sling. I am not so sure about it. I miss the pocket in the back, the straps don't come off and the Price??? I found on line the Alpaka Company. They have lots of slings. Have you ever reviewed them? I am wondering if they are better than the Tomodachi. Looking forward to your next vidio.

Great video, Lauren! I’d never buy a pro either! I do like the idea of the expansion for all the shopping opportunities we come across!! Like the time I bought a huge peacock in Las Vegas haha

I’ve been waiting for this one! Thank you!

Sweet Lauren! ❤ I had anxiously been waiting for this video…THANK YOU so much 😊. I am seriously considering the expandable as my best option for a Mediterranean cruise next year. If you take it to the airport, I’d like to see if it fits the European airline sizers without the expansion. I have a round trip flight from Dallas to Rome, but I have to fly from Athens to Rome probably Ita Airways or Lufthansa or Ryanair…I hear those are very strict with their carryon luggage size allowance. I appreciate your help ❤😅

I'm not in the market for an expandable bag but I love your videos, Lauren. As a lady whom is also from Detroit, I gotta support my favorite travel influencer! 😉 I'm only 5 feet tall and almost 58 years old, so lightweight luggage and not overpacking is key for me. I'm committed to carry-on only. I love my July Light (non-expandable) or my Heys Astro carry-on, along with a small backpack. I just recently ordered the Nomad Lane Ikigai backpack during their 50% off sale. I love it and I'm going to pair it with my July Light when I go to Fiji this October! Again, love your videos Lauren!

Love your dedication for showing real world packing. I read somewhere where a flight attendant said if you expand an expandable bag, pack it, close it, then sit on it (or push it right hard) you can usually then close the expandable zipper and have it packed without expanding it so it will fit the size requirements. I've never tried this so don't know if it's true.

Yes, I am definitely interested in you bringing the expandable to the airport.

Thank you for this information!

Thank you for the review. I see the ask and answer for expandable hardsided luggage, but I wonder does the flexibility of the middle expansion area compromise the stability of the bag? I hope someone reviews the rollability of the regular vs the expanded luggage.

Although I pack pretty tight, travel requires options, and this is a biggie. I had a time or two whereby I tossed something kind of old to make room for something unplanned but amazing on a trip. So I'm glad they're providing that option. I saw a really nice cognac brown (vs chocolate) suitcase once, and I think that could be a great color. Thanks for another wonderful comparison in real life.

Thanks for “busting up” your expensive luggage!

Do you think it could survive being checked? I'd really like to check it coming back from Maui so I don't have to deal with it on a red eye with a connection in SEA. I do have a second bag cover with a double layer and elastic bottom as well as a zipper for it. I'm not worried about scratches obviously. Would it be destroyed by the airline, is the question.

I love your videos! You are such an enabler! I wish I traveled enough to justify multiple bags but alas, I don’t. 😢I still watch and enjoy!

Love the expansion! Will be looking at buying! Do want more colors! I love my tarrazo tile looking one for the regular carry on!❤

If you were to travel with the expandable carry-on without expanding it and then fly back with the expansion on (with your scenario of putting a jacket, rug and blanket in it), wouldn't it be an issue with the airlines not accepting it as a carry-on as it will be well over the limit?

Wish this video came out yesterday as Monos had a discount code going on but really appreciate you making this video along with all of your other amazing videos. I purchased the Pro last year mainly due to the selling point of the front tech compartment but quickly regretted it as the additional packing space was really missing. I'm a bigger guy so my cloths are generally in the XL sizing along with size 12 shoes -- I can make it work for a 3-4 day trip during the summer but packing with winter cloths are nearly impossible with the Pro. Saw your other video (thank you for making that video) that the Plus fits in most domestic US airlines so I purchased the Hybrid Carry-On Plus yesterday. After seeing this video, I'm def interested in the Expandable Carry-On as it's closer to the carry-on size of 22x14x9 but can expand when it's necessary.

I am leaving for a trip for dubai and JFK and you have validated why I regret the luggage with the front zipper! It takes away so much more space you can optimize. And anything full in that pocket makes it difficult to zip up. I was looking at your previous mono comparison video and i really enjoyed how much more space you can fit your shoes in the zip up section. Now that they have an expandable version. This may be an option to consider. For anybody researching. The front zip pocket isnt as useful as I thought it would be, looks cool but yeah i need more space lol. Thanks for this video!

Hi Lauren, I am a very inexperienced traveler, but I have been watching your videos in an effort to train myself not to overpack. I recently returned from a car trip to a funeral. Your video on packing for a wedding helped me. But, here is my cringy question. As you wear your clothes each day, how do you pack your dirty clothes for the return trip? Do you bring an empty compression cube to pack used underwear, socks, bra, etc? I used to just stuff everything into a laundry bag, but that was so bulky. It would be harder to close my suitcase for the return trip, even tho I had not added any purchases. Maybe I get sweatier than most people, but I wouldn't re-wear shirts and dresses more than once. I know, I need to explore Marino Wool clothing. Maybe I'll start with buying a tshirt and see if it is really resistant to odor. Thank you again for all your videos. I need to buy a new suitcase, because the old relic I am using is 10 lbs!!!

Finally! Monos has made expandable luggage! What colors would you like to see in the future?

I purchased the Carry-On Pro last year and having been through 3 flights with it, I kind of regret it as I should have gotten the regular Carry-On or Carry-On Plus (saw your other video that it will fit most domestic airline sizing bins). I never have a use for the front pocket of the pro model as I always have a backpack with me as my personal item to carry most of my tech (laptop, headphones, chargers, etc.) so the sacrifice of the available packing space (36 liters vs 40 liters of the Carry-On) is very noticeable with the pro -- I also hate that if you over pack the side where the front pocket is connected to, the zipper lining on the outside will bulge out and be a little dented. After watching this video, I'm definitely going for the Hybrid Carry-On Plus due to the looks and the locking mechanism vs the conventional zippers. I also like the Carry-On Plus since it's about 12 liters bigger than my current Carry-On Pro but the Hybrid Carry-On Plus offers a much tougher build and the volume (43 liters) is a happy medium increase when compared to the volume of the Pro (36 liters) and Plus (48 liters).

Happy I stumbled across your channel, I don't travel much, and I'd never heard of this brand. I like the two roomier pockets will definitely look into Beis thanks I enjoy your content.

My problem with capsule wardrobe is I hate repeating tops! 🥺😩

I have purchased a fake bag once before. Didn't realize it was a scam. They didn't ship it to me at all. I'm so sad about it. When talking to a friend, he recommended H Q D U P S to me. The quality of their home is comparable to the original. Now I only buy bags at H Q D U P S. They also saved me a lot of money

I guess I look at things differently as I have status and get priority check-in/baggage so never encounter the delays in queues and waiting for bags. I just prefer to have my hands free and not have to lug a bag around...that's more annoying than waiting a few mins to collect a bag post flight...

I don’t like big heavy backpacks myself, too heavy. IF you are going to do a heavy backpack, you need LoadLifters!!! It makes a huge difference. The bag needs to sit close to your back and molded to your back/shoulders are much as possible…otherwise it’s just pulling you down. Tom Bihn is an outstanding travel company…I have dozens of their bags but even so, I have a couple of other backpacks that are non-TB. I have a Tortuga Lite and an Osprey Ozone 46 that both have loadlifters. Cabin zero military bags are also lightweight and great too.

Can you please do a comparison of the monos metro backpack pre-2024 and the 2024 version? I was thinking of buying one but found out there a significant differences in the 2024 version that are a con for me. Thanks!

I used the osprery fairview 40l and it seems way better then that backpack. The back of more structured, the staps have weight bearer at the top and a much better padded waist strap. Your style of bag looks like it should be a max of 25l.

Just bought this backpack based on your review. I am confused by the design - they didn’t put a packing compartment where it opens like a clamshell like the Beis backpack. As a result, you can’t pack this like a mini luggage. Did you find that odd as well?

Fixing to go on an overseas trip and was really worried my beis carry on wouldn't fit. Thank you.

I’ve been looking for a travel garment bag for a wedding for awhile . Love your reviews . You have convinced me that this is the one. Do they still offer discount? Is there an attachment that has wheels for this ?

I have no problems stuffing nearly everything I want to bring in my suit case. But I would be overweight every time. How does all of your stuff stay withing the weight restrictions. Especially internationally?

Are you going to review the expandable Monos carry-on Pro anytime soon?

Awww! It's not available on Amazon! 😞

Hey Lauren! Was wondering, are you able to do a review on the Everlane Renew Transit backpack? Please & thank you! Love your videos! ♥

Can you review the Signature Professional Tote Bag from Open Story?! Crazy how there’s no video reviews on the bag anywhere!!

What color did you have in the Sofia dress? I see a color called “ochre” but it looks very yellow on the website and your dress looks like more of a dusty soft teracotta pink?

You’re my spirit animal ❤ Such a beautiful place. Thanks for sharing.

Just placed n order for both of these in the different styles I ordered the larger for both Thank you

Another great find!

I love Teddy Blake!!

I have a wheeled underseat and a large personal that slides on under seater. It’s all I need; otherwise I fill up whatever I take. I have a small waist bag and travel vest. Years ago I checked a bad and it was always a hassle. Backpacks don’t work for me anymore.

I got the Amazon bag from Temu... it's huge. It's good for the price. I need to work on folding it back properly.🤷🏾‍♀️

What month did you visit Bergen?