Carl Friedrik, the luxury travel goods brand founded in 2013 by Carl Friedrik Founders Niklas and Mattis is known for its timeless design, understated confidence, and the pursuit of quality. It empowers modern travelers with refined accessories that perform day-in-day-out, giving them the confidence to focus on the journey ahead. Over the past 10 years, Carl Friedrik has grown from an aspirational purveyor of small leather goods to a global-minded travel label with a committed customer base.
Now, right in time for Christmas and gifting, Niklas and Mattis have shared their top 5 holiday gift picks from the Carl Friedrik collection.
Traverse Backpack I £545, Niklas Oppermann
“Traverse Backpack I is our newest and most voluminous backpack. The design is inspired by military and technical backpacks of the 20th century, but ultimately, it’s a stylish, contemporary take — just as suitable for city living as traversing the globe.”
Palissy Briefcase (Grained) £645 I Mattis Oppermann
“For leather aficionados, Palissy Briefcase (Grained) in our new-grained leather is the real deal. We source it from Richard Hoffman’s, a German tannery dating back to the 19th century with exceptional sustainability and longevity credentials. The subtly raised surface adds an elegant and timeless appeal.”
The Carry-on X (Hybrid) I £465, Niklas Oppermann
“With its functional front pocket and sleek aesthetic, The Carry-on X is a genuine all-rounder. It has won the prestigious Wallpaper Design and iF Design awards in the last few years. Having to dig deep through our then-current luggage to remove electronics at airport security check is a major reason why we launched The Carry-on X. I couldn’t imagine traveling without the simple but effective front pocket now.”
The Carry-On – Core I £325, Mattis Oppermann
“Core is our latest luggage range and is for zipped construction purists. Streamlined, lightweight, and effortless to travel with, I’ve taken my Carry-On Core cabin case across 8 countries in the last 6 months and the performance has been first-rate. The collection also boasts a nice balance of colors, with Navy, Sand, and Black variants.”
Trunk I £595, Niklas Oppermann
“Trunk I’s unique selling point is that it can fit bulky and irregular-sized items due to 80-20 construction — the kind a standard checked case simply couldn’t. This makes it perfect for transporting the likes of ski gear or for lengthier trips away. Retractable internal dividers and three complimentary packing cubes also help to compartmentalize your carry.”
