Bespoke trunks occupy an interesting niche in luxury goods, pulling triple duty as task-driven storage, elegant home décor and of a practical way to transport precious belongings. Though less common today, the craft has survived partially because of the legacy created by brands like Louis Vuitton and Goyard, whose vintage trunks are sought by collectors around the globe.

Thankfully the centuries-old art of building these classic cases is alive and well, preserved by both brands previously noted as well as a small number of highly skilled independent craftsmen offering made-to-measure trunks. If a custom order is on your to-do list, here are our favourite players in the segment, and brief notes on what to expect from the process.