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Travel + Leisure
There’s no way around it: packing can be stressful.
But thereareways you might make it as easy as getting ready in the morning.
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Have you thought to place your heavy items closest to the wheels?
You should; it helps keep your luggage from tipping over.
Keep reading for my foolproof packing tips and product recommendations to make your time away even more relaxing.
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With so many colors available, you wont be losing your bag or your patience at baggage claim.
The laundry bag, on the other hand, is nice for storing stinky items after adventures.
To avoid your intimates spilling out when you open your bag, zip them into the smallest cube.
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I dont know a flight attendant who doesnt use packing cubes and you should, too.
I’m using the long weekend to stock up on a few more while they’re $17.50 apiece.
If youre traveling with friends and the bathroom is crowded, the LED mirror comes in handy.
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I love having my brushes organized and accessible, so the brush panel checks off another box for me.
Packing tip: put this cube-shaped case closest to the wheels.
I refill the balm containers with my favorite skin salves and theLaneige lip maskto ward off painful dryness.
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I was shocked at how well it took off my mascara and long-wear lipstick.
So of course, Ive added these reusable facial cleansing cloths to my packing list.
But theyre just too big to take on trips with me.
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This 18-ounce hydration flask, on the other hand, is perfect for travel.
I love that Iron Flask includes three different lids so I can pick and choose according to planned activities.
Future (and very thirsty) you will thank you.
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Dokooto T-shirt Maxi Dress
A classic maxi dress is always in my suitcase.
Packing tip: rather than folding, roll this dress and other items like T-shirts for fewer wrinkles.
Rain-Mate Compact Travel Umbrella
To simply put it: Some items should live in your luggage.
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I even use it on domestic layovers when there arent as many convenient outlets as I need.
Youll look like a hero when someone on your trip forgets their charger and needs to borrow yours.
I love having solutions to every issue less stress equals more fun, after all.
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Luxtude Cord Organizer Bag
Cords and cables can be as messy as lotions exploding in your luggage.
Keep everything in its place and easy to find with this cord organizer.
I love the elastic straps and mesh pockets so each individual charging cord stays separated and tangle-free.
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Youll notice this cable organizer bag is similarly shaped to the packing cubes.
Think of packing your suitcase like the block stacking games: everything fits together like puzzle pieces.
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