I purchased the mauve a year ago for a trip to SoutheastAsia. The color is unique and easy to spot on the baggage carousel. I just returned from Spain with the same set and again, no issues. I like the fact that it is expandable and it holds up well and its unique color. The only problem is that the airline broke one of the tabs on the zipper, easy enough to fix. Like the other person, I do not use the two smaller bags, but the suitcases are the right size for international and local travel.