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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Business Traveler Suitcase Concepts
The Capsule Luggage Solves a Number of Suitcase Pain Points
Expanded Compact Campers
The Wingcube Transforms from a Box Trailer into a Spacious Family Camper
High-End Pop-Up Camping Vans
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo Elevates Camping Experiences
Airline-Based Creative Platforms
Qatar Airways x Swizz Beatz Launch The Qatar Airways Creative 100
Personality-Forward Luggage Brands
Airs Luggage is the Perfect Travel Companion for Expression
Elevated In-Flight Dining Experiences
Alaska Airlines Introduces Several Chef-Derived Meals
Singular Metal Sheet-Made Chairs
The Fold Chair by Lorenz Krisai is Sleek and Stackable
Luxurious Luggage Team-Ups
RIMOWA and Rick Owens Unveil a Sleek Luggage Collaboration
Minimalist Repairable Suitcases
The Bellroy Transit Carry-On is Streamlined and Sustainable
Premium Narrow-Body Cabins
United will Introduce the Airbus A321XLR Cabin This Summer
Foldable Luxury Luggage Pieces
The Rimowa Foldable Range Features Two Models
Luxury Hotel Fashion Capsules
The Ritz-Carlton and Late Checkout Unveiled Chapter Two
Airline Highlight Advertisements
Spirit Airlines 'More Fly' Campaign is A Fresh Take on Travel
Sophisticated Wardrobe Essentials
UNIQLO: C Launches the 'Modernity in Motion' Collection
Shared Charter Scheduling Tools
Revaire App Connects Members With Calendar-Driven Flights
Streamlined Private Jet Apps
Elevate Jet Debuts a Mobile Application to Simplify Booking
Women-Centric Vehicle Designs
The Buick Envision Celebrates Human-Centred Innovation
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Architect-Inspired Travel Trailers
Airstream Presents the New Usonian Limited Edition Trailer
Nostalgic Youth Culture Capsules
Coach Presented Its Fall 2026 Line During New York Fashion Week
Elevated Classic Sneaker Silhouettes
Reebok Upgrades Three Classic, Fan-Favorite Footwear Styles
AI-Powered Sleep Systems
Sleep Eight Pod 5 Features Zero-Gravity Elevation, Surround Sound & More
Luxurious Eco-Conscious Amenities
Aeroflot is Launching Eco-Friendly Amenity Kits for Passengers
Tech-Infused Living Room Sofas
The Sofology Allure Sofa Range Responds to Consumer Lifestyles
Privacy Workspace Pods
Kabin Unveils Three Modular Privacy Pods for Focus and Clarity at Work
Simplistic Repair-Friendly Suitcases
Bellroy Introduces its New Transit Carry-On Suitcases
Unexpected Boundary-Pushing Chairs
Marco Segovia Presents the Atypical Chair Concept
Premium Amenity Kit Collections
ELIE SAAB x Saudia Airlines Redefine In-Flight Luxury
Reimagined Minimal Parisian Apartments
The Minimalist Cocoon Apartment Maximizes Function in Paris
Rollable Mattress Bed Systems
The 'Roll' Bed by Luka Buljan Disappears When Not in Use
Convenient Garment Bags
Halfday Travel's Roller Bag is the Brand’s First Garment Bag on Wheels
Modular Living Furniture
Riffmade Collection Has Portable Furniture with Textile Curtain Systems
Elevated Loungewear Lines
UNIQLO's New Collection Blends Comfort with Street-Ready Style
Premium Inflight Cuisine
Air France is Expanding Its Michelin-Designed Dining
Bold Exclusive Folding Chairs
Carnival X Nike Folding Chair Arrives for Sneaker Customers
Ultra-Sleek Camper Van Models
The Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo Horizon Has Space for Four
Sleep-Focused Hotel Offerings
The Equinox Sleep Lab Unlocks the Future of Sleep Tourism
Personality-Matched Luggage Collections
Airs Debuts Personality Quiz-Based Travel Gear for 2025
Wardrobe-Style Luggage Designs
The Drobe Luggage Evolves Into a Cupboard for Travel
XL Luxury Bed-In-Boxes
Ace-in-a-Box Launched the First Oversized Modular Bed-in-a-Box
Upcycled Aircraft Capsules
Emirates Unveils a New Upcycled Collection Made from Aircraft Interiors
Modern Ergonomic Office Chairs
LiberNovo Expands Availability of Its Omni Ergonomic Office Chair
Adventurious Luxury Furniture Campaigns
Louis Vuitton's 2025 Travel Campaign is Visually Appealing
Economy Sleep Seating
United Airlines Relax Row Introduces Bed-Style Seating in Economy
Ultra-Stylish Travel Pouches
The Voyage Bag by Aeston West is Minimalist and Sophisticated
Chic Hanging Toiletry Bags
WaterField Designs Debuts the Convenience-Focused Hanging Toiletry Bag
Airport Lounge Seating
This Airport Lounge Turned Mondrian’s Boogie-Woogie into Wood Islands
Luxury Outwear Programs
ModernHaus SoHo and Canada Goose Partner for a Unique Experience
Long-Term Premium Travel Partnerships
Via Carota Craft Cocktails & Blade Enhance Experiences
Smart Support Mattresses
Sleep Number ComfortNext Offers Enhanced Support & Pressure Relief
Airline-Inspired Cocktail Lounges
Carry On Airlines is a 1970s Jumbo Jet Experience
Designer Airline Pajamas
Air France Will Offer Complementary Jacquemus Pajamas to First-Class
Co-Created Luxury Luggage Collections
The Boss x Samsonite 2025 Capsule is Luxurious
Airport Sleep Stations
Airport Dimensions Offers a Quiet Refuge for Travelers Craving Relaxation
Luxury Chauffeur Apps
Wheely’s NYC Launch Introduces Concierge-Level Chauffeur Services
Vintage-Inspired Sleep Sets
Reformation’s First-Ever PJ Collection Debuts Elevated Nightwear
Artist-Designed Airline Loungewear
Lufthansa Allegris First Class Loungewear is Luxe
TV Series-Inspired Airline Dining
United Airlines & Chef's Table Boast Exclusive Inflight Meals
Comfort-Focused Bedding Capsules
Shinebed International Highlighted Bedsure & Breescape Products
Chinese Culture Car Interiors
The Bentley Mulliner 'Inspired by China' Series is Luxurious
Contemporary Travel Backpacks
BÉIS' Classic Backpack Boasts Refined Organizational Features
Airline Loyalty Program Revamps
British Airways Elevates Loyalty with The British Airways Club
Refreshing Inflight Spritzes
Archer Roose Wines' Skyhigh Spritz is Made Be Mixed from a Plane Seat
Collectible Amenity Kits
British Airways Launched a New Range of Business Class Amenity Kits
India-Based Luxury Hotel Concepts
Series by Marriott Launches with 26 Properties in India
Briefcase-Like Flexible Laptops
Samsung Display Presents the Flexible Briefcase Laptop
Autonomous eVTOL Aircraft Models
The Wisk Aero Generation 6 eVTOL Has No Interior Controls
AI-Powered Corporate Booking Features
BizTrip AI Introduced BizTrip Platform
Bold Mobile Work Seating
Omniseat Portable Productivity Seat Adapts to the Mobile Workforce
Cheeky Sandwich Seat Campaigns
Subway Takes Away the Dread of the Middle Seat with Free Sandwiches
Entertainment-Integrated Luxe Vans
Mercedes-Benz Introduces the Vision V with a Spacious Cabin
Lie-Flat Economy Seats
The United Relax Row Transforms into a Couch for More Comfortable Travel
Travel-Optimized Baby Products
Stokke Launches the 'Jet Kids' Collection for Seamless Travel
Lie-Flat Night Bus Seats
Twiliner Reimagines European Night Travel with Hotel-Grade Sleeping Seats
Luxury Electric Van Concepts
Mercedes Vision V offers a first-class travel experience on wheels
Worldwide Service Marketplaces
Airbnb Services are for Booking Everything from Catering to Makeup
Premium Commercial Airlines
Magnifica Air's Premium Air-Travel Experience is Akin to a Private Jet
Tech-Forward Teen Furniture
Rooms To Go Kids' Cloud9 Collection Features Smart, Modular Pieces
Stylish Airport Lounges
Virgin Atlantic Introduces 'The Clubhouse' for a Multisensory Experience
Humorous Playful Airline Campaigns
Spirit Airlines Adds Personal Space with the Seat Blocker
Cheeky Recliner-Focused Campaigns
The Lovesac Company Changes the Social Image of the Recliner
Alpine Basecamp Trains
The All Conditions Express Relaunches Nike's All Conditions Gear
Luxe Travel Essentials Collections
George Cleverley X Zachary Weiss Unveil a Collaborative Capsule
Elevated Aircraft Interiors
United Airlines' Newly Unveiled Its Elevated Aircraft Interior
Transformative Luxury Voyage Campaigns
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Debuts Unlike the Rest
Bold Compact Hotel Interiors
Pocketbook Hudson by Charlap Hyman & Herrero Reworks Guest Rooms
Airline Loyalty Program Expansions
Flying Blue Launches a Status Equivalency Offer
3d-Printed Retail Suitcases
The 3d Printed Suitcase Reframes Retail as Human-Centred Experience
Haute Hotel-Branded Travel Experiences
The Latest Four Seasons Private Jet Experience is Luxe
Smart Temperature-Balancing Beds
Sleep Number's Innovation Series Smart Beds Boast Personalization
Comfortable Theater Seat Designs
Valencia Theater Seating Debuts a New High-Tech Recliner
Mid-Century Sculpted Lounge Chairs
Jamie Mclellan Designs the Artful Plane Lounge Chair
Rotating Clothing Storage Chairs
Simone Giertz Launches the Laundry Chair on Kickstarter
Retro-Futuristic Ev Concepts
Buick Electra Orbit Reimagines Jet‑style Design for Electric Future
Compression Backpack Designs
The Airback FLEX Fits Under the Seat on Airplanes
Research-Backed Swooped Work Chairs
Haworth Refines Research to Create the Breck Chair
Upgraded Airlines Mobile Apps
United Airlines Adds Connecting Flight-Centric Feature to Its App
In-Air Wine Tastings
The Magellan Jets Journeys Program Reflects Private Clients' Passions
Resort-Style Yacht Experiences
VidantaWorld’s ELEGANT Yacht Brings Resort-Style Luxury to Sea
Signature Hotel Brand Beds
The New Westin Heavenly Bed is a Refreshed Version of the Iconic Design
Centennial‑Inspired Airline Menus
American Airlines' Themed Menu Offers a Taste of the 20s
Modular Airline Trays
System Tray Reorganises Airline Meal Service Through Detachable Components
Lightweigght Onboard Wheelchairs
The Airchair II is Supportive andCompliant with Federal Mandates
Modernization Airport Projects
United Airlines Improves Washington Dulles International Airport
Minimalist Fashion Brand Housewares
The Row Soft Goods Collection Debuted at Milan Design Week
Fashionable Hospitality Aprons
JClark Designed Reimagines Aprons for Cafés and Restaurants
Chef-Led In-Flight Dining Programs
Alaska Airlines Introduces Chef’s (Tray) Table for First Class
Sophisticated Stroller Designs
Silver Cross Has Introduced a New Series of Strollers
Customer Feedback-Backed Bag Upgrades
WaterField Designs Upgrades Its Air Porter Carry-On
In-Flight Wi-Fi Services
China Airlines Makes a Significant Advancement in Passenger Connectivity
Exclusive Luxury Properties Previews
Home Team Luxury Rentals Debuts Coming Soon Properties
Luxury Cruise Refurbishments
Cunard Announced the Refurbishment of the Queen Elizabeth Ship
Premium Indian-Made Handbags
Carriall Expands Into Women’s Handbags with an Accessory Collection
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Personalized Performance-Driven Sleep Systems
BEDGEAR Embraces the Theme 'Sleep Just Got Personal'
Comprehensive Air Travel Programs
The Avianca Accessible Demonstrates a Systematic Approach
Public Airport Seating Designs
Alexamder Lotersztain Designs the Gateway Collection
Collapsible Flat Hats
Bellar's Patent-Pending Collapsible Hat Supports Traveling in Style
Mixed-ABV Inflight Cocktails
Air France and Matthias Giroud Crafted Recipes for La Première Guests
High-Performance Travel Seating
Departures Seating is a New System for Airport Gates & Terminals
Luxury Sea Concepts
Beyond Horizons is a Club Project Developed by Mercedes-Benz Design & Maybach
Plant-Based Airline Burgers
NotCo and Aeromexico Partnered for a Plant-Based Airplane Meal
Spring-Forward Cruise Offers
Celebrity Cruises Features Budget-Friendly Options for Travelers
Daring World-First Aviation Maneuvers
Red Bull Athlete Dario Costa Lands & Takes Off from a Train
Elevated Private Train Accommodations
Nox Presents an Ambitious Vision for European Travel
Hotel-Grade In-Flight Mattresses
Air France and Sofitel are Boosting Comfort in Business Class
Textural Luggage Designs
Carl Friedrik Released 'The Carry-on X Core Collection'
Parisian Altheisure-Style Sleepwear
BED Sleepwear Debuts Adjustable Satin Loungewear
Bespoke Interior Design Projects
The Invisible Collection Debuts Its Latest Project in NYC
Sleek Portable Air Recliners
The ZLounger Folds Compact but Supports Like a Classic Recliner
Sleek Modern Furniture Designs
POVISON Debuts Its Furniture Collection at NYCxDESIGN
Economy Class Experiences
Air Transat Launched its 'Seat Sale' for Sought After Destinations
Finnish Airport Lounge Designs
Joanna Laasjisto Unveils Designs for Finnair at Helsinki Airport
Free Inflight Wi-Fi Perks
American Airlines Adds Sponsored High Speed Wi Fi Access
Sponsored In-Flight Wi Fi Perks
American Airlines Offers AT&T Sponsored Free High Speed Wi Fi
Budget-Friendly First-Class Seating
Frontier Airlines Adds First-Class Seats to its Planes
First-Class Airline Suites
Air France Presents Its New La Première Suites of Comfort
Transforming Camp Vehicles
Citroën ELO Concept Car Alters into a Mobile Camp with Inflatable Beds
Air-Filled Seating
The Knit One Chair Replaces Traditional Foam Cushioning with Air-Based Support
Revolutionized Automotive Customization
Bentley's Bespoke Studio Mulliner Pushes Personalization