NBC Select editorial operations associate Jem Alabi loves pulling up to the airport with this bag, which she says is perfect for chronic overpackers. It includes a removable, self-supporting shelf system that holds enough for 10-15 days of travel, and is made from a lightweight yet sturdy polycarbonate frame, according to the brand.

Sales on Black Friday rose from a year earlier, according to a key data provider — a sign that US consumers are continuing to spend despite persistent economic concerns.