Airports worldwide are seeing a new trend of travellers using funny face photos on their luggage covers. It helps them quickly find their bags and avoid mix-ups or damage.
The trend became popular after a video on X showed a family at an airport with suitcases printed with their own funny faces. The clip got over a million views and quickly went viral. Many people online found the idea funny and useful.
How it works
Many companies now make custom luggage covers with personal photos, so it’s easy for travellers to get one. A unique, eye-catching picture helps you quickly spot your suitcase among similar bags.
What social media users are saying
Reactions online were largely enthusiastic and humorous. One user joked, "Nobody stealing THAT luggage," while a third noted, "Even people will tell you your suitcase is there!!! It's yours." Further comments included, "Respect is due to this intelligence; the suitcase is now VIP protected," and "Identity tags get forgotten, but this method is never forgotten." One user simply confessed, "I really want to try this."
Spread across platforms
The trend has appeared across multiple platforms. A Reddit user posted a photo of a woman at an airport beside a suitcase bearing a zoomed-in print of her own face. Instagram features similar videos from friend groups and families, adding humour to their travels. A widely shared Facebook video showed a man presenting his family with customised covers displaying exaggerated facial reactions and quirky looks involving sheet masks and unusual headgear, resulting in not just laughter but also a set of suitcases that were impossible to miss. This trend may not solve every travel problem, but it helps in a smart way. It makes luggage easy to spot and brings a smile to other travellers.
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