Hot Girl Travel Essentials

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From classic luggage to on-the-go beauty routines, here is the essential travel checklist for hot girls.

a dark green travel case, filled with gold jewelry, on a white bed

Carry-On Suitcase

This one is probably at the top of your essential travel checklist. I have the Monos Carry-On Pro in midnight black. It’s sleek, rolls like a dream, and goes with every outfit. That said, choosing style over substance comes with a cost.

Like most hard-shell luggage, this option scuffs like a bitch. And you can’t fit anywhere near the amount of stuff as a soft-sided suitcase can.

But some sacrifices are worth making.

black rolling suitcase with handle extended

Personal Item

When I need to be practical, I use the Away Everywhere Bag in jet black. It’s thoughtfully designed, with plenty of compartments and a trolley sleeve

I also own and love the Naghedi St. Barths Tote in ecru. This is a more stylish option, essentially a big empty bucket, which does requires the use of numerous mini bags and pouches.

Compression Packing Cubes

If you’re the type of person who likes to travel with a carry-on and personal item only, packing cubes are your best friend.

Right now, I use a basic neutral set from Amazon. It comes with a lot of containers (I like having options) and is pretty affordable. But I have my eye on some chicer choices.

an assortment of black white striped packing cubes

an assortment of rectangular cream packing cubes

an assortment of beige and white checkered packing cubes

four light pink packing cubes with black trim

Travel Bottles

This is my personal opinion but…the majority of travel bottles out there are WAY too big. I keep things small and compact so I can bring MANY different products.

a set of black round mini plastic travel containers

two mini clear spray bottles with white caps

a set of four clear toiletry containers with black lids

refillable sifter with black lid and pink puff

a set of 5 pink travel toiletry containers

Water Bottle

My favorite water bottle for traveling (and commuting in the city) is the 16-ounce Zojirushi. It’s slim, has a leak-proof lock, and keeps liquids cold. But the best feature is the attached lid, which protects the drinking spout and opens with the push of a button.

Travel Outfit

I like having a designated travel outfit (when space allows), separate from the clothes I specifically packed for the trip. And I wear the same one to and from my destination. It needs to be comfortable. But it needs to look put together.

Here are some basic pieces I love.

woman modeling a white buttoned cardigan with beige stripes

woman modeling a sleeveless navy two piece lounge set

Silk Eye Mask

Another beauty sleep habit I refuse to travel without. It protects against eye wrinkles (great for side sleepers) and block light (perfect for naps on the plane).

beige silk eye mask with matching box behind it

emerald green eye mask with mini panther embroidery

beige and orange floral pattern eye mask

pale pink silk eye mask with white stripes

red silk eye mask with mini white fan pattern

a beige silk eye mask with a beige box in the background

Mini Bags and Pouches

Makeup bag, toiletry bag, tech bag, jewelry case. The list and need for bags within bags goes on. Here are some of my favorites.

All-Purpose Bags

For Little Things

taupe zipper jewelry case with ring inside

open square jewelry case with ring holder and mirror

small black jewelry case opened to show interior compartments

Vanity Cases and Makeup Bags

blue and white gingham print makeup case

white woven vanity case with three smaller bags inside

Silk Pillowcase

Another beauty sleep habit worthy of a spot on the hot girl travel essential checklist. Like a silk eye mask, a silk pillowcase is gentle on the skin and hair, protecting against wrinkles and breakage.

a flat white silk pillow with an upright pillow behind it

a white silk pillowcase with a small black box in front

House Slippers

I wear slippers at home and I’ll wear them in a hotel. I don’t care if it’s a 5-star hotel or a royal palace, my bare feet won’t be making direct contact with the floor.