Named after the Japanese concept of mono no aware – the profound appreciation of the beauty in fleeting moments—Monos, the Canadian travel and lifestyle brand celebrated for its minimalist design and commitment to intentional travel, just landed in Back Bay. Celebrating its global expansion, Boston marks the first U.S. store for Monos, opening on the iconic Newbury Street.
Designed for travelers, by travelers, Monos is an accessible luxury travel brand that designs travel allies. The hero product is Monos’ luggage, with sizes ranging from a universal carry-on to larger check-ins and trunks. All pieces are functional, stylish, and easy to maneuver, allowing travelers to appreciate their number one travel companion—their suitcase.
Monos also features lifestyle products that elevate exploration—intentionally designed clothing, wallets, and more. These sleek styles are available online and at the new Monos store, the first to open in the nation which marks an elegant addition to Newbury Street.
Meet the Monos Hybrid Carry-On
A bestseller for a a reason, this carry-on will actually make navigating Logan Airport something to look forward to. The sleek, zipperless design of the Monos Hybrid Carry-On radiates quiet luxury and the customizable pull-out handle features 5 heights ranging from 10-22 inches that prevent any discomfort in maneuvering your luggage.
With every element of Monos luggage color-matched, the result is a seamless monochrome suitcase that is as stylish as it is functional. With four “whisper-quiet” wheels, the carry-on moves in silent power, able to conquer even the most uneven of Boston sidewalks.
The featherweight design makes this carry-on one of the lightest on the market, at only 8.81 pounds. The aluminum and polycarbonate luggage easily fits two pairs of shoes, a laptop, toiletries, 3-6 outfits, a few books, and then some, recommended for trips of 2-5 days in length. The zipperless design not only looks sleek, it means closing the luggage is a easy as two clicks. Customize the built-in TSA-approved locks to enjoy peace-of-mind while you travel.
With an accessibly priced strategy, you get what feels like a $1000+ suitcase for $355; Monos uses the same manufacturers and materials as high-end luxury suitcases but retails for a fraction of the price, with luggage starting from under $300.
A Boston Strong combination
The design-forward luggage brand just released a new collaboration with luxury fashion house, SIMONMILLER. Known for their whimsical designs and bold colors, the new collection features a Costal Blue fleet of suitcases and bright yellow banana charm that are the ultimate pairing to carry your Boston pride with you to your next adventure.
A brand that balances boldness with timeless refinement, they were the perfect partner to put a new spin on the Monos ethos, bringing joy to the journey through a sense of play,” said Victor Tam, co-founder and CEO of Monos. “In this capsule you’ll see distinct tactile and visual cues: the raffia-weave textures evocative of warm regions, a banana charm that adds an unexpected wink of delight, and striped interiors that reward discovery,” Tam adds. “Ultimately, we hope customers experience more than a product and that they encounter a feeling. The rush of departure, the dialogue between craft and character, and the quiet thrill of owning something both self-aware and effortlessly cool.”
The inside of the luggage features signature SIMONMILLER stripes for some added pizzaz. The new collection offers an equally alluring Jungle Green colorway that’ll make your luggage the easiest one to spot at a Logan turnabout.
With this collaboration, I wanted to infuse Monos’ timeless silhouettes and incredible craftsmanship with SIMONMILLER’s world of color and play,” said Chelsea Hansford, CEO and Creative Director of SIMONMILLER. “Our customer is a working creative — always on the go, always traveling, and always expressing herself with a bold playful, yet luxurious wardrobe. We brought that spirit directly into the collaboration with our signature greens and blues on the exterior shells and the blue and white cabana striped interiors inspired by our best-selling poplin sets.”
For a more muted look, the Monos core colorways—in Champagne, Silver, and Obsidian (a lustrous black) makes a timeless choice.
About Monos
Since launching in 2018, Monos rapidly expanded into a global favorite among conscious travelers, serving customers in 56 countries and selling a piece of luggage every 10 minutes. Monos now boasts 5 U.S. stores and 2 in Canada, with a travel-inspired cafe, Postcard, that opened in Chicago.
The design of Monos makes the mundane and stressful part of travel—packing and lugging around your belongings—something to actually get excited about. They understand that the journey is just as meaningful as the destination. If you’re looking to give the gift of exploration this holiday season or enter 2026 with a travel upgrde for yourself, a Monos suitcase is the perfect addition to a traveler’s arsenal. Shop Monos now at 136 Newbury Street and online.
Monos Boston:
📍136 Newbury Street
⏰Open daily from 11 AM