The curtain between first class and coach is finally being pushed aside thanks to these business class innovations. No you can see what it's like to fly first class, even if you can't afford it.
Opulence, beds, closets -- all this and more can be yours just by checking out these business class innovations. Clicking through this cluster won't earn you any frequent flier miles, but it won't cost you any either.
13 Business Class Innovations
From Fully Reclined Airplane Beds to Personal Plane Wardrobes:
Michael Hines — Sep 27, 2010 — Luxury
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Extravagant Airplane Cabins
Etihad Airways
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$14,000 Showers in the Sky
Emirates A380
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Fully Reclined Airplane Bed
Flying in Style
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Business Class Bedrooms
The Asiana Airlines OZ Quadra Smartium is an Airborne Room
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Sound-Proof Flights
Lufthansa Airbus A380 Jetliner is Extra Extravagant
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Business Class Beds
Airfrance's New Business Class Seat Provides Comfort and Privacy
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Travelling in Luxury
Japan Airlines Introduces First Class Suites
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Super-Luxe Airline Suites
Swiss Air Makes Joining the Mile High Club Irresistible
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Local Airline Amenities
Virgin Atlantic's V Australia Offers a Distinct Aussie Flavor
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Personal Plane Wardrobes
Etihad Airways Suites Include Massagers, Beds and More
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All-Business Class Flights
British Airways Business-Only Service Jumps Tough Market
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5-Star In-Flight Feasts
Lufthansa Partners Up With the Ritz-Carlton for Airplane Food
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Heavenly Flying
Singapore Airlines Ups the Ante
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Yacht-Inspired Camping Trailers
This Modern Travel Trailer Concept by Maria Prokosheva is Sleek
Hydrogen-Powered Hypersonic Airplanes
The SKY Magnetar Travels at Five-Times the Speed of Sound
Plane-Inspired Vehicle Designs
This Mercedes-Benz Concept Vehicle by Al Yasid Balances Aesthetics
Optimized Airline Travel Bags
The Air Porter Backpack Meets Carry-On Requirements
Double Bed Airline Upgrades
Japan Airlines Elevates its First Class Suites with Larger TVs
Luxe Garage-Friendly Trailers
The Airstream Studio F. A. Porsche Concept Travel Trailer is Compact
Leather-Wrapped Premium Suitcases
RIMOWA Presents New Stealthy Leather Suitcase Designs
Luxury Fashion-Branded Hospitality Projects
Coach Debuts Restaurant & Coffee Shop in Indonesia
Timeless Furniture Capsules
EQ3's Spring/Summer 2023 Embraces Simplicity & Head-Turning Aesthetics
Art Deco Recliner Seating
The Atlanta Recliner Seating Fuses Art Deco Glamour with Modern Living
Comforting Adaptable Sofa Chairs
The Baby Bird Reincarnation 3-Way Sofa Bed Comes in Five Colors
Innovation-Focused Furniture Design Collectives
Haworth Launches DesignLab to Push Innovation
Luxurious Airline Amenity Kits
Etihad Airways Debuts Giorgio Armani Loungewear and Amenity Kits
Tailor-Made Van Camping Systems
The 'CampBoks' Camping Box Elevates Van Living
Ultra-Sophisticated Sofa Designs
Fogia Boasts a Range of Sofa Designs with Swedish Sensibilities
Ultra-Slick Modern Cube Chairs
Blå Station's BOB Solo Chair is Versatile and Privacy-Focused
Voice-Enabled Recliner Chairs
The Sit-joy 'Smartsofa' is Packed with Technology Features
Curvaceously Classy Campervans
This Luxurious Campervan Swaps Hard Interior Lines For Soft Curves
Hybrid Worker Furniture Collections
The Herman Miller OE1 Range Responds to Changing Lifestyles
Flying Car Concepts
Alef Aeronautics Comes Closer to Making Flying Cars a Reality with Model-A
3D-Knit Airplane Seat Designs
The 'Modulo' Aircraft Seat Concept Sustainably Upgrades First Class
Luggage-Inspired Backpack Designs
The Ekster Grid Backpack Functions Like a Suitcase
Ultra-Modern Bunk Beds
The 'Flexy' Junior Bed by Joao Teixeira is Functional and Fashionable
Reconfigurable Furniture Designs
Qbit Furniture Adapts to Changing Needs
Advanced App-Connected Yachts
The Conceptual Wajer 44 Yacht is Highly Customizable
Technical Comfort-Focused Apparel
The NOMATIC Outset Apparel Collection Has Four Styles
Envelope-Packaged Couch Designs
The 'Couch in an Envelope' is Modular and 100% Recyclable
Portable Air-Filled Sofas
Muji's Sofa Made from Air is Lightweight and Easy to Move
Thai Airline Amenity Kits
Thai Airways Unveils the New Royal Silk Amenity Kits for Passengers
Sustainable Luxury Handbags
The First-Ever Reformation Handbags Just Dropped
Hotel Room Vehicle Designs
The Mercedes x Belmond Vision Pullman Express is a Hotel on Wheels
Connected Workplace Privacy Pods
The New Framery Office Booths Come in Four Models
Opulent Material-Focused Furniture
Hermès Showcases its New Home Essentials Collection
Self-Assembling Rooftop Tents
The Cinch 'Air Cruiser' Has a Lightweight, Inflatable Design
Hybrid Sit-Stand Furniture Designs
The 'Lean On' Chair Concept Allows for Rest While Standing
Travel-Friendly Luggage
BÉIS Recently Introduced the Commuter Collection
Luxury Technical Clothing Lines
Y-3 Embraces Performance-Driven Fabrics and Luxury
Supersonic Aircraft-Inspired EVs
The Conceptual Concorde 20+ Features Aviation Inspiration
Tablet-Integrated Fashion
The Lenovo Tab Wear Collection Explores the Concept of "Me Time"
Interactive VR Styling Apps
'J.Crew' Launched a Closet Management and Shopping App for Vision Pro
Commuter Napping Jackets
The 'Napow' Jacket by Loris Dadda Supports Sleep During Commutes
Upgraded Airline Cabin Products
Lufthansa Launches Its Allegris Product for Premium Customers
Cutting-Edge Bathroom Designs
Kohler Debuts a Range of New Products at CES 2024 in Las Vegas
AI-Powered Virtual Closets
Stylitics' Products Support Next-Gen Personalized Shopping
UltraSsleek Luggage Collections
The Samsonite x BOSS Capsule is Limited-Edition and Elegant
Ultra-Chic Contemporary Luggage Collections
Samsonite Releases the Virtuosa Capsule
Luxury Hotel Furniture Lines
The Luxury Hotel Group Aman Launches Its Debut Furniture Line
Relaxing Airplane Seat Designs
The Tranquil Airlines Seating Technology Has a Rocking Mechanism
Futuristic Bladeless Planes
Jetopetra Creates Planes That are Able to Fly Without Propellers
Rewarding Travelwear Collections
Fruit of the Loom and Southwest Airlines Made Travel Uniforms
Sliding Flatpack Seating Solutions
The Conceptual 'Folio Chair' by Jeongwoo SEO is Leather-Covered
Elegant Jet-Setter Luggage Collections
The Peugeot Voyages Collection Was Made with Delsey Paris
Ultra-Luxurious Bejeweled Cards
Jacob & Co. Launches the Billionaire Card with Unique Amenities
Optimized Business Class Cabins
Lufthansa's Next-Gen Business Class Comprises Seven Seat Versions
Pop-Up Closet Suitcases
The MoMA Solgaard Carry-On Closet Suitcase 4.0 is Collapsible
Expanding Three-in-One Furniture
The 'Expandy' Adapts to Needs in Seconds Without Tools
Two-In-One Neck Pillows Chairs
VEAR's Neck Pillow Lounge Transforms to a Comfortable Seat
Durable Minimalist Travel Bags
The Bellroy Venture Duffel 55L Offers Three Carrying Modes
Premium Skincare Amenity Kits
JetBlue's Mint Airline Amenity Kits Feature Multiple New York Brands
Premium Skincare Airplane Kits
The JetBlue Mint Amenity Kit Now Has Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
Flight-Inspired Collaborative Apparel
The Elderstatesman and Air Drake Launch a Capsule Together
Tailor-Made Furniture Ranges
Last Ditch Design's Capsule Balances Aesthetics and Functionality
Dog-Friendly Airlines
BARK Air is a First-of-Its-Kind Airline for Dogs
Avian-Inspired Privacy Chairs
The 'Peacock Chair' Concept Offers Protection from Distractions
Contemporary Leather Classic Chairs
Parachute Unveils a Modern Take on the Sling Chair
Modular Minimalist Travel Bags
The FIREFLYX Travel Bag is Designed for Frequent Fliers
Luxurious Amenity Kits
EVA Air Teams Up with Giorgio Armani and Jason Wu for a New Travel Kit
Traveling Fine Art Campaigns
EasyJet's Get Out There Features Mona Lisa, The Thinker and More
Storage-Equipped Restaurant Chairs
The RACK Chair Design by Zhiyuan Fang is Multifunctional
Minimalist Active Lifestyle Luggage
These Graphene-X Luggage Styles are Optimized for Travel
Fashion Designer Bedding Collections
The Thom Browne Bedding Collection Was Created with Frette
Modern-Day Travel Campaigns
Louis Vuitton Invites Gisele Bündchen for 'Horizons Never End'
3D Product Visualization Services
Herman Miller and Design Within Reach Tap 3D Cloud™ by Marxent
Chic Loungewear Sets
Waverles Boasts the Detachable Feather Pleats Please Set
Luggage-Honoring Fashion Collections
The Louis Vuitton 'Flight Mode' Collection is Travel-Ready
Airline Inclusive Jumpsuit Uniforms
British Airways Includes a Jumpsuit Option for Airline Staff
Intentionally Dented Luggage Designs
There is a New and Upgraded Crash Baggage Edition
Capacious Airline Seats
These Opulent Seats Are Designed For Ultra-Long-Distance 'Qantas' Flights
Cozy Cushion-Resembling Luxe Clutches
JW Anderson Presents the Cushion Clutch Bags for FW23
Reclining Massage Beds
The BEREX Reclining Massage Bed is a CES 2024 Innovation Awards Honoree
Ergonomic Luxe Comfortable Chairs
Porsche Design Unveils a New Reclining Lounge Chair
Multifunctional Performance Apparel
The côte&ciel FW23 Range is Visually Striking and Practical
Sustainable Air Travel Concepts
The Airbus Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ Concept is Eco-Focused
Pod-Inspired Bulbous Furniture
One Week Presents Its New Pod Collection of Furniture
Airline-Branded Travel Loungewear
Emirates Launches the New Business Class Pyjamas in Soft Blue
Timesaving Bedding Systems
Truuce Debuted the Perfect Timesaving Duvet and Sheet Set
Travel Trunk-Inspired Shelves
The Louis Vuitton Cabinet of Curiosities by Marc Newson is Artistic
Streaming Service Sleeping Bags
The Netflix Sleeping Bag Reminiscences on Olden Days
Zero-Emissions Aircraft
This Battery-Electric Aircraft Aims to Revolutionize Air Travel
Chic Convertible Bag Designs
The Flai Switch-A 7 Days Work Bag & 48-Hour Travel Pack is Convenient
Luxury Expandable Hard Shell Suitcases
Quince Launches Expandable Shell Suitcases in Three Sizes
Science-Backed Smart Beds
Sleep Number's Smart Beds Use AI to Adjust to Sleepers' Changing Needs
Spacious Rooftop Personal Tents
Cinch and Wildland Designs the Off-Roader Air Cruiser
Inflight Sparkling Wines
Emirates Debuts Vintage Sparkling Wine for Premium Economy Passengers
Elegant Wrap Robes
JJwinks Debuts New Robes for Those Looking to Take Relaxation Further
Airline Amenity Add-Ons
Etihad Airways Launches a New Amenity Kit and Loungewear Selection
Luxe Retro-Inspired Luggage Designs
The Carl Friedrik Trunk Has a 90-Liter Capacity
Inclusive Amenity Kits
Formia Launches the New Business Class Amenity Kits for Japan Airlines
Contemporary Luxury Mattresses
The Cloverlane 15" Hybrid Luxury Firm Mattress is Comfort-Focused
Feature-Rich Airport Apps
The 'byAir' App Offers Indoor Maps, Transport Options and More
Accessible Airline Seats
Delta is Incorporating Seats to Support Travelers with Mobility Issues
Accordion-Style Air Conditioners
The Conceptual 'Foldable AC' Expands and Contracts
Personal Overnight Train Cabins
The 'Yolochka' Cabin Concept Supports the Needs of New Passengers
Premium Airplane Amenity Kits
Emirates Presents Its New Bulgari Amenity Kits for Travelers
Space-Conscious Air Conditioners
The ComfyAir is Simple to Install for Climate Control
Ultra-Soft Convertible Pillows
The Butterfly Sleep Pillow Converts to Provide Quality Sleep
Bespoke Interior Design Services
IKEA is Offering Online Design Assistance For Homes & Businesses
Insulated Sci-Fi Garments
The Columbia x Star Wars Skywalker Pilot Ski Collection Has Nine Styles
Floating-Style Classroom Designs
Ennead Architects & Rockwell Group Completes the Bloomberg Center
Sleek Cradle-Transforming Suitcases
Amith Paul Designs the Schwan Portable Crib Structure
Contemporary Debut Furniture Series
Nine United Launches a New Collection of Furniture
Entirely Business Class Aircrafts
BermundAir Presents its Aisle Class with New Seating
Progressive Sleeper Transit Designs
2050 Lab Designs a New Sleeper Car for Comfort On-The-Go
Versatile Modular Couches
The Transformer Couch 2.0 Adds Flexible Style to the Living Room
Eco-Friendly Aviation Startups
Ecojet Will Offer Hydrogen-Electric Flights With a Green Ethos
Upcycled Aircraft Luggages
Emirates Launches a Collection Made from Upcycled Aircraft Interiors
Elevator-Inspired Cozy Sofa Collections
Julien Renault and MOR Design Presents the LIFT Sofa
Revisited Inflight Menus
Alaska Airlines' Greatest Hits Menu Brings Back Favorite Inflight Meals
Fashion House Airport Lounges
Louis Vuitton Opens a Luxurious Airport Lounge in Qatar
Time-Saving Travel Hangers
Fold-N-Pack Releases the World's First Packable Travel Hanger
D2C Custom Upholstery Brands
Coley Home Works with High-Quality Materials & Artisan Craftsmanship
Home Mobility Accessible Furniture
Capella Design Creates Furniture that Blend Style and Function
Pop Culture Airline Costumes
easyJet's Crew Traded easyJet Uniforms for Iconic Eurovision Outfits
Lounge-Inspired Artful Sofa Capsules
EQ3 Presents its New Bird Collection of Sofas
Comfort-Focused Business Features
Uber Launches a Series of Features to Benefit Business Travelers
Airline Clothing Rentals
Japan Airlines is Launching a New Clothing Rental Service for Passengers
Tailored Sophisticated Fleece Designs
Nike Japan Engineered the Tech Fleece Reimagined Series
Sleek Sustainable Sleepwear Lines
CLB Living Launches a New Night Slip Collection
Opulent Airline Kits
Hawaiian Airlines Elevates the In-Flight Experience with Stylish Amenity Kits
Inclusive Braille Integrated Planes
United Airline Builds Braille into its Plane Cabins
Airplane Apology Agreements
Carter's is Easing the Travel Journey for Families with Fussy Flyers
Elevated In-Flight Menus
Delta Airlines Enhances its Onboard Experiences with Upgraded Menus
Reconfiguring Dutch-Based Cabin Designs
Caspar Schols Created the New Modular Cabin Anna
Demure Luxury Sleepwear
Veronica Beard and Petite Plume Unveil Luxurious Sleepwear Collection
Opulent Traveler Rewards
Bank Of America Rewards Program Adds Experiential Perks for its Customers
Upcycled Down Furniture Series
Christoph Kurzmann Breathes New Life to Old Furniture
Last-Minute Gifting Ads
Uber Eats' Money Can Buy You Class Features RHoNY Stars
Revamped Airline Pricing
Fiji Airlines Launches a New Pricing Structure with Different Categories
Nature-Inspired Lounge Furniture Series
Encore Presents the Mayland Guest + Lounge Collection
Spacious Airline Seating Selections
Quaras Airlines Presents the New Neighbor Free Seating