Lifestyle & Parenting

Ahead of the Pack: 5 Suitcase Essentials

June 20, 2013

Whether its 7 European cities in 10 days, or a local long weekend, packing the wrong pieces can be downright disasterous. Herewith, our packing guide for planes, trains and automobiles.


This jumpsuit from Zara is comfortable, stylish, and can be worn with flats or chucks for long travel days and finished with a denim or military jacket. Best of all, it is under $40. www.zara.com


A scarf is a travel essential use it as a blanket when the air conditioner is blasting, or protection from icky airplane or rental car seats; plus, it polishes an outfit without much effort. This bows and arrows scarf by Yarnz is large enough to offer good coverage, but light enough to store in our purse. $225 at Augustina Boutique, www.augustinaboutique.com


For lounging around all morning (hey, its vacation) or doubling as a beach cover-up that you actually dont mind walking through the hotel in, this Christine Lingerie caftan is light, colourful and takes up zero space in the suitcase. Win, win, win. $295 at www.christinelingerie.com


The carry-on is quite the point of contention some people swear by it, and some people think that with all the security restrictions it is not worth it. Im firmly in the former category this Hershel bag is unisex and fits a surprising amount of clothes. Bonus points for the secret shoe compartment, which easily fit two pairs of heels and a pair of flats on my last long weekend trip. From $80, http://shop.herschelsupply.ca


Everlane, a rising star on the e-retailer scene, is know for radical transparency with its factories and true cost of production. Its first shoe is an Italian leather summer sandal and made in the USA. The design is simple and chic, and the no-fuss closure comes in handy at airport security. $105 at https://ca.everlane.com

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