The star in the transit sky, is the tote bag – it’s the companion to share your journey and service your needs. It holds all your must-haves.

Size matters. It should be roomy enough for your tablet, cosmetics and other personal items
Light-weight with handles or a strap to wear over the shoulder and be comfortable in the crook of your arm
An inner pouch, preferably zipped to protect valuables
A zipped top to secure items through security screening

Ines de la Fressange showing how it’s done

A guaranteed performer is the Le Pliage shoulder tote by Longchamp. In choosing your travel mate, opt for styled utility.

Longchamp Le Pliage tote personally monogrammed

Whether you’re a mile high, on the high seas, or on terra firma, hydration is everything.

For the face

Neutrogena Night Calm Make-up remover wipes are a desirable choice for dissolving all traces makeup. They deal with waterproof mascara as well. No panda eyes!
Pack your favourite face oil/serum. This is the way to deliver moisture and radiance without residue. Try Aesop oil free face hydrating serum for all skin types if you haven’t a favourite
Trusty make up bag with all your usuals

Aesop oil free face hydrating serum

For the body –

Before checking in moisturize your entire body with your favourite lotion and take a small top up supply in your tote. Apply regularly especially on exposed areas like hands and feet. Diligence will be well rewarded.
Your favourite fragrance and lashings of it.

Amouage Gold Woman Eau de Parfum

Essential items –

Your personal preferences and more –

Your tablet downloaded with your favourites + those headphones
Slim fit panty liners to keep you feeling fresh and confident
Tooth brush and paste for that fresh meeting greeting, plus your favourite hair tidy utensils
Cosy additions – sox and scarf/pashmina. See previous post Keeping up appearances in transit
Pen and small note book. Always called for when you don’t have them
A map of your destination to study up and put you in the zone ahead of the pack