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| Clockwise from the top: Coach Chelsea Shopper, Love Quotes Rayon Scarf, Mary Kay Satin Lips Balm, Fashion Mags, Headphones with retractable cord, iPhone, Bobble, Gum |
I have a Coach tote that I purchased at Marshall's more than 15 years ago. It was a little pricey for me at the time, even though it was a great deal. The bag has paid for itself many times over and it still looks great. I can fit all of my purse essentials as well as my travel items, even my magazines. Because of this awesome tote, I only have one carry on (when I check my suitcase). They no longer make the style I own but the Chelsea Shopper is similar.
Last spring I snagged a Love Quotes scarf during a shopping trip to Loehmann's. I own quite a few pashmina type scarves that I purchased from street vendors for about $10. I hesitated to buy the Love Quotes scarf because it was $35 (which was a steal, they sell for $70+) and most of my similar scarves cost less that $20. Now I regret not purchasing it in a few other colors. It's the softest and largest pashmina type scarf that I own. It's perfect for travel. It serves as a regular scarf when it's chilly but also as a blanket or wrap on the plane. I use this scarf constantly and it still looks brand new. If you can find one for that amazing price, good for you! It would have been a great purchase even if I'd paid full price. I highly recommend purchasing one.
My lips always get so dry on an airplane. As much as I love lipstick, I don't usually wear it on a long flight. Lip balm is much better for me. Mary Kay Satin Lips, lip balm is my all time favorite. It's super moisturizing, without being greasy and it lasts.
I can't believe that I've managed to save the March issues of Vogue and Harper's Bazaarfor this trip. I haven't looked at them at all. It's an amazing exercise in restraint. I usually open them as soon as they arrive. I've even surprised myself.
A few years ago my sister gave me a pair of headphones with a retractable cord. My headphones always got tangled in my bag before I got this pair. I love them.
Music, videos, audio books, Kindle app, all on my iPhone. Enough said.
Ear popping is one of my least favorite parts of air travel. I always carry gum with me and chew during take off. It helps me tremendously.
I drink tons of water but hate to purchase bottled water. Many bottled waters are just filtered tap water. They charge a fortune for bottles of water at the airport, not to mention the waste of throwing the bottle away when you are done. The Bobble, is a reusable water bottle with a built in filter. You fill it with water from a faucet or water fountain and as you drink, the water is filtered. It's a fantastic invention.
I will be traveling until Monday. I'm going to try to do a few posts from the road about my travels. You can also follow me on twitter.
