Perfect for petite women! How to choose the right suitcase size

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Update date: 2025.10.20

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Every time you travel, have you ever felt like your suitcase was too big and difficult to carry, or that it was difficult to carry up the stairs ?
Especially for petite women who are around 150cm tall, choosing the right size suitcase is more important than appearance alone.

If you choose a size that doesn't fit your body type,

Increased strain on the wrists and shoulders

・It is difficult to move around stations and airports smoothly.

- The wheels may not fit together properly, causing the bike to lose balance .

On the other hand, if you choose the right size , you can move around easily even if you are small, which will greatly reduce stress when traveling.
In this article, we'll thoroughly explain how to choose the right suitcase size for petite women!

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1. Understand the relationship between height and suitcase size

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When choosing a suitcase, many people tend to think about the capacity (liters), but for petite women, what's really important is the balance between height and weight.
This is because if the height of the suitcase does not match your height, it will be difficult to handle and will put strain on your arms and back.

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🔹スーツケースサイズと身長の目安

サイズ 高さの目安 容量の目安 旅行期間 小柄女性との相性
SSサイズ 約45cm前後 〜35L 1泊〜2泊 ◎非常に扱いやすい
Sサイズ 約55cm前後 35〜45L 2泊〜3泊 ◎バランスが良い
Mサイズ 約65cm前後 50〜70L 3泊〜5泊 ○体力次第で最適
Lサイズ 約75cm以上 80L〜 6泊以上 △重く扱いにくい

For petite women, size S (height around 55cm) is the most balanced.
It is said that size M (around 65cm) is the "maximum size that can be used most comfortably."

💡 おすすめモデル例

  • New Trip 0201:軽量ABS+PC素材で女性に人気。ハンドルが3段階調整できる。
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Point 1: Check that the height of the handlebars matches the position of your elbows.

When pulling a suitcase, if the handle is too high, your arms will lift up, and if it is too low, your posture will be affected.
The ideal height is for the handle to be slightly below your elbow .
For a woman who is around 150cm tall, the recommended length when stretched is about 95-100cm .

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Point 2: Check the actual dimensions including wheels rather than the height

For many suitcases, the actual height, including the casters, is about 5cm higher than the height listed in the catalog.
In other words, even if it says "55cm," it may actually be closer to 60cm.
When you go to a store or visit the official website, be sure to check that the size includes casters.

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Point 3: Lightweight and balanced center of gravity

Petite people have a shorter arm reach, so they tend to find it difficult to pull a suitcase if the center of gravity is far away .
Therefore, it is best to choose a lightweight model with a short vertical length .
The latest lightweight series from New Trip is definitely worth checking out, as the handle position and center of gravity have been optimized for petite women .

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2. Recommended suitcase size chart by height

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What size suitcase is best for my height?
This is the most important thing petite women consider when choosing a suitcase.

The "ideal height" and "ease of pulling" vary depending on your height, so it's very important to choose the size based on your height .
Use the chart below to find the size that's right for you.

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🔹身長別スーツケースサイズ早見表

                                                                 
身長スーツケースの高さ(キャスター込み)容量の目安旅行日数おすすめポイント
〜150cm約45〜55cm30〜40L1〜3泊肘の高さに合わせやすく、軽量&扱いやすい。機内持ち込み可サイズ中心。
155cm前後約55〜60cm40〜50L2〜4泊バランスが良く、S〜Mサイズの中間モデルが最適。収納力も十分。/td>  
160cm前後約60〜65cm50〜60L3〜5泊Mサイズ中心。容量と扱いやすさを両立できる万能タイプ。
 

For petite women to enjoy a comfortable trip,
The most important thing is to find the balance between your height and the height of your suitcase .

especially,

・Under 150cm → S size (up to 55cm, around 35L)

・155-160cm → S-M size (55-60cm, around 45L)
If you choose within this range, it will be easy to carry and look well-balanced.

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3. How to choose a suitcase that is easy for petite women to use

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Once you have decided on the size of your suitcase, the next important thing is ease of handling .
Even if the capacity is the same, just changing the length of the handle or the performance of the casters can make a surprising difference in the comfort of your trip.

Here, we will check out four criteria for choosing a suitcase that is comfortable for petite women.

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1. Choose a type with precisely adjustable handle length

The most important thing for a petite woman to consider when pulling a suitcase is the height of the handle .
Most suitcases can be adjusted in two or three steps, but recently there are an increasing number of models that allow for fine height adjustment in four or five steps .


The New Trip 0501 is a prime example of this type of suitcase with a four-position adjustable handle .

💡 理想の高さ:

  • ハンドルを伸ばしたときに「肘が90度前後」になる位置がベスト。
  • それより高いと腕が疲れ、低すぎると背中が丸まりやすくなります。
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2. Check the stability and quietness of the casters

For petite women, the ease of pushing and pulling a suitcase is very important.
By choosing stable four-wheel casters or quiet double wheels , you can move smoothly even over uneven surfaces and carpets.

The New Trip 0201 and0701 Plus models feature high-quality, silent casters.

It is both lightweight and quiet.

💡 ポイント:

  • 360度回転する4輪タイプを選ぶ
  • ゴム製の静音キャスターが床面でも滑らか
  • 車輪が大きめの方が段差に強い
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3. Choose lightweight materials (ideally under 3kg)

The weight of the suitcase itself is a point that is often overlooked.
Especially for petite women, "lightness" directly translates into both ease of lifting and reduced fatigue .

Ideal weight:

・S size → approx. 2-3kg

・M size → approx. 3-4kg

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Here are some recommended lightweight suitcases:

"New Trip Ultralight Suitcase"

💡 おすすめ素材:

  • ポリカーボネート:軽くて丈夫。表面のツヤも美しい。
  • ABS+PC混合素材:価格と耐久性のバランスが良い。
  • ファブリック素材(布製):さらに軽量だが、耐水性に注意。
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4. Balance design and functionality

When it comes to suitcases for petite women, visual balance is also important.

Although the device is compact in size, its color and texture give it a striking presence, allowing it to blend in naturally with your travel fashion.

Recommended colors:

・Spring/Summer → Beige, pink beige, mint

・Autumn/Winter → Greige, navy, burgundy

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Here are some recommended lightweight suitcases:

"New Trip Ultralight Suitcase"

💡ポイント

  • 明るめカラー(ベージュ・ホワイト・パステル系)は軽やかに見える
  • 艶消し(マット)素材なら高見え効果あり
  • シンプルデザイン × 小ロゴが上品
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4. Recommended size guide for different trip lengths and occasions

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The "right" size of suitcase will vary depending on the length of your trip and your destination.

Here we will introduce the optimal size for petite women based on the number of days of travel x New Trip model.

All models are made by New Trip , which is renowned for its light weight, quietness, and ease of use.

Find the perfect one for your next trip.

📊 New Trip小柄女子向けの軽量スーツケース比較

モデル名 重量/容量 高さ 対応日数 主な特徴 機内持ち込み
New Trip 0701 Plus
New Trip 0701 Plus
2.9kg/約40L 53.5cm 1〜2泊 ストッパー付き/静音キャスター/TSAロック
New Trip 0201
New Trip 0201
2.8kg/約40L(拡張時48L) 55cm 3〜4泊 拡張機能/TSAロック/静音キャスター 可(拡張時不可)
New Trip 0502
New Trip 0502
4kg/約65L(拡張時78L) 65cm 5〜7泊 静音キャスター/PC素材/長期旅行向け 不可
Monomi 0801
Monomi 0801
4.8kg/約95L(拡張時109L) 74.5cm 7泊以上 拡張機能/TSAロック/超静音キャスター 不可

New Trip is available in all sizes, making it comfortable for even petite women.

All New Trip suitcases feature a lightweight design, silent casters, and stylish design, regardless of size.
0701 Plus and 0201 are especially recommended for women in the 150-160cm range.

💬Guidelines for selection:

・Compactness is the priority → 0701 Plus (40L)

・Versatile ・For women's trips → 0201 (40 → 48L)

・For long-term travel and those who prioritize storage capacity → 0502 (65 → 78L)

・Overseas/Long Stay → 0801 (95→109L)

Even petite women can "enjoy traveling lightly and stylishly" by choosing the right size.

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When choosing a suitcase, it's important to find a balance between size, weight, and ease of use .
Especially for petite women, choosing a size that suits your height will reduce stress when traveling and make your trip much more comfortable.

The " New Trip Series " introduced here is lightweight and easy to operate in all sizes, and is packed with features that are friendly to women , such as expansion functions and quiet casters.

Choose the size that's perfect for you and discover a new style that allows you to travel lightly and in your own way, even if you're petite .

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FAQ: Suitcase lock trouble Q&A

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Q1. 小柄女性におすすめのスーツケースサイズはどれですか?

A1:身長150cm前後の女性には、40L前後のSサイズが最も扱いやすいです。 「[New Trip] 0701 Plus(40L)」は軽量で持ち運びやすく、キャスターの安定感も抜群です。 1〜2泊の国内旅行や出張にぴったりです。

Q2:機内持ち込みできるスーツケースのサイズは?

A2:多くの航空会社では、**3辺の合計が115cm以内(およそ高さ55cm×幅40cm×奥行25cm)**までが機内持ち込み可能です。 「New Trip 0701 Plus」や「0201」はこの範囲内なので、小柄女性にも持ちやすく機内持ち込みもOKです。

Q3:小柄女性でも大きめスーツケース(65L以上)を使えますか?

A3:可能ですが、荷物の詰めすぎに注意が必要です。 65L以上のモデル(例:「0502」や「0801」)は安定感がありますが、重量が増すと取り回しが大変になります。 荷物を7割程度に抑えると快適に扱えます。

Q4:スーツケースの高さとハンドルの長さはどう選べばいいですか?

A4:小柄女性の場合、ハンドルを伸ばしたときに肘が少し曲がる程度の高さが理想です。 New Tripシリーズは多段階調整式ハンドルを採用しており、身長150cm〜165cmまで快適に使用できます。

Q5. 軽量スーツケースと耐久性は両立できますか?

A5:はい。近年のスーツケースはPC(ポリカーボネート)やABS混合素材により、軽くても衝撃に強い構造です。 特に「New Trip 0502」は、軽量かつ耐久性に優れたPC素材を採用しています。

Q6. 女性向けにデザイン性も重視したいのですが?

A6:New Tripのスーツケースは、淡いニュアンスカラーやマット質感など、上品なデザインが特徴です。 小柄女性でも「見た目も可愛く」「スタイリッシュに旅を楽しむ」ことができます。