How to Personalize Your Away Bag with Embroidery or Engraving
By Away: Built for modern travel | Published: 2026-10-23
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to add embroidery or engraving to your Away luggage. Two simple ways to make your bag uniquely yours and easy to spot at baggage claim.
Quick answer
You can personalize your Away bag with embroidery for a soft, stitched monogram or engraving for a sleek, permanent mark. Both options are available as add-ons when purchasing select Away luggage.
Embroidery vs. engraving: which is right for you?
Embroidery uses high-quality thread to stitch initials, a name, or a short word directly onto fabric panels of select Away bags. The result is soft, colorful, and durable, but it is limited to fabric surfaces and cannot be removed or changed later.
Engraving uses a precision tool to etch text into hard surfaces like the polycarbonate shell or metal hardware of your Away luggage. It creates a permanent, sleek look that won't fade or peel, but it is only available on certain models and cannot be undone.
Choose embroidery if you want a visible, personalized touch on a fabric bag. Choose engraving if you prefer a subtle, lasting mark on a hard-shell suitcase.
What you need to know before ordering
Both personalization options are available as add-on services when you purchase select Away luggage directly from the Away website or store. You cannot add embroidery or engraving to a bag you already own unless you purchase a new one with the service.
Embroidery costs $14.40 (regularly $20.00) and engraving costs $35.00 (regularly $50.00). Prices are subject to change and may vary by promotion.
Standard personalization options include initials, a name, or a short word. Away does not offer custom fonts, logos, or artwork for either service.
How to personalize your Away bag step by step
- Choose your bag and personalization type: Browse Away's luggage collection and select a bag that supports embroidery or engraving. Add the personalization service to your cart during checkout. Embroidery is available on select fabric bags; engraving is available on select hard-shell models. Not all Away bags offer both options. Check the product page for personalization availability before you add to cart.
- Enter your personalization text: During checkout, you will be prompted to enter the text you want embroidered or engraved. Keep it short: initials, a name, or a single word. Standard options include up to 12 characters for embroidery and up to 15 characters for engraving. Avoid special characters or symbols. Double-check spelling and spacing. Once the order is placed, the personalization cannot be changed or canceled.
- Review and place your order: Confirm your personalization text and the bag model in your cart. Complete your purchase. Away will process your order and apply the embroidery or engraving before shipping. Delivery times may be slightly longer than standard orders due to the personalization process. If you need the bag by a specific date, order early to account for the extra processing time.
- Receive and enjoy your personalized bag: When your bag arrives, inspect the personalization to ensure it matches your order. The embroidery or engraving is permanent and should last the lifetime of the bag. Use it to quickly identify your luggage at baggage claim or on the go. If you notice any errors or damage, contact Away customer service immediately. Personalization is final and cannot be returned or exchanged.
Personalization options at a glance
- Engraving (personalization): Add a personal touch to your Away luggage with our engraving service. This customization option lets you mark your bag with initials, a name, or a meaningful word, making it uniquely yours and easy to identify on any journey. Engraving is ideal for hard-shell suitcases because it creates a permanent, scratch-resistant mark that won't wear off over time.
Engraving (personalization) - Embroidery (personalization): Add a personal touch to your Away luggage with Embroidery (personalization). This accessory service allows you to customize your travel gear with embroidered details to make it uniquely yours. Embroidery works best on fabric bags and adds a soft, colorful monogram that stands out and helps you spot your bag quickly.
Embroidery (personalization)
