The term 'Luggage Item' can refer to two different items: a SUITCASE and a VALISE. A SUITCASE is a large, rectangular container with a handle and a hinged lid, typically used for transporting clothes and other items when travelling. A VALISE is a smaller, more compact version of a SUITCASE, usually made of leather or canvas, and often used for carrying documents or other small items. Both suitcases and valises are commonly used as luggage items when travelling.