Enhancing the travel experience with style

Our Correspondent
EMIRATES BUSINESS

Launched by French designer François Lipovetsky in 2005, Lipault has become one of France’s leading luggage brands. Lipault aims to put the fun back into travel with— Bright fashion colors, ultra-lightweight designs, luxurious-yet-durable fabrics, and unique, innovative and well-made gear. Its great sense of style—vibrant and on-trend colors in simple and sophisticated shapes has attracted a fan-following across the globe.
This combination of function and fashion makes Lipault unique in the world of travel. From the brand’s trademark “0%” foldable to sturdy wheeled travel and business cases and super-stylish everyday bags, Lipault makes savvy travel effortless. In the GCC, Lipault is marketed by Qatar-based Abu Issa Holding under the umbrella brand of Samsonite, and is available in Mosafer stores.
Ashraf Abu Issa, Chairman of Abu Issa Holding, explained the significance of the launch at the Mosafer outlet in Dubai Mall: “We continuously endeavour to build socially conscious brands in the region. Extending Lipault’s heritage in enhancing the travel experience with stylish designs and durable bags, the new collection aims to provide travellers with an opportunity to contribute to the psychological and intellectual development of displaced people, especially children.”
Based in Doha, Abu Issa Holding (AIH) owns and operates a global network of market leading businesses, as one of the most diversified and progressive establishments in Qatar and the region. At present, the company houses over 70 distinguished businesses across 11 sectors – such as Retail, Auction & Art, Engineering & Contracting, and Healthcare & Education amongst others.
With a portfolio that supplies the best in talent, innovation, expertise and resources, AIH continually challenges the regions it works in, and the standards it works at. They constantly endeavor to change with the evolving market and look to partner with tomorrow’s innovator. Some of its leading brands in travel bags and accessories are Lipault, Samsonite, American Tourister, and Mosafer, which also houses Bluesmart – a technology company that develops and produces Internet-connected travel products.
The travel and luggage bags – designed by Palestyle’s pool of trained artisans -exhibit the cross-stitch technique to form uniquely embroidered patterns that symbolize prosperity, success, and strength in the face of odds. “The aesthetics of the new line– rightfully named ‘Prosperity Collection’ – is a story in itself,” says Ashraf.“The intricate designs and vibrant colours are a reminder of the rich Arab heritage, and evokes optimism amongst the people of the region. Employing the design acumen of Palestyle members – refugee women themselves – also allows us to give back towards skill and community development.”