Description In the 1960s, the design of cardboard suitcases experienced a real boom. At that time, they were mainly used for air travel, as they were much lighter than leather suitcases. Cardboard suitcases were also accessible much more economical, which made them available to everyone. Today, vintage cardboard suitcases have become very popular with design enthusiasts. They are often used as furniture, as lamps or as decorative objects. They can be found in many decoration and vintage shops.