Many people have at least one trunk in their lives.
Usually it is a trunk that was handed down in the family and has been in the attic, cellar, or garage for quite a few years. It's probably dirty, dusty, rusted, moldy, or otherwise unattractive. Lately, however, trunks have been on the hot item list of decorators and young couples just starting out. Many owners of trunks are also starting to see value in those old steamers. They are being used as coffee and end tables.