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Summer Beauty Edit: Travel Favorites

June 1, 2023

Best Summer Travel Beauty and Makeup Calpak Clear Makeup Case

 

Today I’m sharing a roundup of summer beauty favorites I packed for a two-week trip! Covering everything I brought with me and favorites I used!

Travel Cases

I pack beauty items in separate cases to keep things organized: one case for makeup, one bag for brushes and another case for skincare/body/hair care. I wish there was a one-size-fits all packing option where all my cases were coordinated or matched, but I haven’t found the perfect set yet.

The Calpak Clear Cosmetics Case (small) has been my go-to for several trips now and I love how much I can fit inside the smallest one. (It used to be called the mini but is now called the small.) It has two zip compartments that are the same size and it folds and zips to a compact size that’s easy to pack. So far the clear plastic has held up pretty well even though clear plastic can be hard to maintain. You can see WHAT FITS INSIDE here.

I own two luxury vanity from Louis Vuitton. The Nice BB and Nice Mini were quite the splurge but I really love them. I’ve found the BB size to be the most ideal for travel. A number of you expressed concern about keeping it clean from spills or leaks. I haven’t had any issues yet with product leaking (keeping fingers crossed). If I have any liquids I’m super concerned about I’ll pack it in a Ziploc before putting it in the case.

Louis Vuitton Nice BB

For brushes I’ve been using Stephanie Johnson Zip Cases. I’ve tried brush rolls but find they can be bulky and the separators are rarely the right size for what I need. Having a separate slightly longer bag is perfect for me to keep brushes, pencils, mascaras etc. The color I have isn’t made anymore but there are different colorways at Nordstrom and Saks for the same shapes.

Stephanie Johnson Travel makeup pouches

I was just introduced to Cadence and love them! They recently added some larger container sizes and I found them perfect to store my cleanser and some hair serums. They were 100% leak-proof for me and had plenty of space for 2 weeks worth of cleanser and hair serum. I also used some of the smaller sizes for pills. They sent me a set with pre-labeled tops for shampoo, cleanser and a few other symbols. I love these so much I plan on ordering a few more for our next trip. They’re magnetic so they stack together and won’t move around in your beauty case.

You can create your own custom set with different sizes and labels. 100% recommend.

Cadence System Refillable Leak-Proof Containers

Other travel case alternatives you might want to check out for different sizes and options: Mark & Graham, Leatherology, Truffle Jetset Clarity Cases, Dagne Dover Mila Toiletry Cases.

Travel Skincare I Packed

Summer Skincare I Packed for Travel

For skincare I tend to pack more than the average person because Andrew also uses my skincare when we travel and he uses a lot. This is what I packed with me:

Quick shout out for Loving Tan self-tanners if you’re looking to self tan before a vacation. I tried Loving Tan for the first time this year and am obsessed. It’s the only self-tanner formula I’ve tried that doesn’t have that terrible chemical smell and it looks super natural. You can see the before and after transformation with their 2 Hour Express Formula in Medium + their Deluxe Applicator Mitt. Application was super easy and effortless. Results were pretty impressive and completely streak free. On me it lasted around 2 weeks before it started to fade.

Loving Tan Self Tanners

 

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For hair I packed my ghd Platinum+ Styler and Dyson Supersonic. The ghd Flat Iron also doubles as a curling tool! In terms of styling products I packed the Kerastase Elixir Ultime (mini) and the Chronologiste Heat Protecting Leave-In Treatment (in one of the cadence capsules). I forgot to pack dry shampoo but picked up the Olaplex and Living Proof formulas at Sephora. Of course also packed the R&Co Dart Stick which is an essential for flyaways. The only complaint I have is that it’s semi-thick so if you’re vacationing in hot humid weather you will have to wash your hair daily but it’s the only product I’ve tried that truly tames my baby hairs that have started to grow near the top of my head.

If you’re looking for some great Travel Sets I brought and used a few from Colleen Rothschild. The Quench and Shine Travel Essentials Set has everything you need for hair care (really loved these and will be purchasing some full sizes soon). The Discovery Collection is also great to take care of everything from your morning to night routine, I have been really impressed with the Radiant Cleansing Balm, Clarifying Detox Mask and Extreme Recovery Cream.

Colleen Rothschild Skincare Travel Sets

I packed so much sunscreen with us and we used everything up in two weeks. If I could only use one for the body the Shiseido Ultimate Protector Lotion is hands down the best. For the face I love the Supergoop! Glowscreen the most right now. The new Chanel UV Essentiel is also excellent.

Best Summer Sunscreens Shiseido

Makeup Favorites for Summer

Summer Makeup Favorites

Summer Makeup Essentials

I overpacked on the makeup but I used every single thing I packed. For a more edited version I’ll list the items I used the most during our trip:

I’m going to be hosting some giveaways on the blog and social this summer! Kicking if off today with a Summer Beauty giveaway with some travel cases, my beauty favorites, skincare minis and more.

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What I Packed For Miami

May 29, 2023

What I Packed for Miami Rails Ellis Top and Loewe Anagram Ibiza Basket in Ochre

We had such a great time in Miami Beach this past month! We packed up a few suitcases and drove from Tampa Bay to South Beach and had so much fun we nearly extended our trip another week! This trip we stayed in an Airbnb so we could bring Ollie and also work part of the time. I shared some outfit snaps on Instagram stories and the highlights. I know many of you don’t always catch them since they expire within 24 hours but I’ve saved them to my MIAMI VACAY highlights and tagged all the places we ate and visited.

I’ll have an updated roundup of our favorite places to stay, eat, shop and relax. For today I have a highly requested roundup of what I packed and what I wore during our trip.

 

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Beach Essentials

Summer Beach Essentials

1 sunscreen spray / 2 jack black sunscreen / 3 glow screen / 4 uv essential / 5 sunglasses / 6 water bottle / 7 aloe gel / 8 shiseido spf / 9 clear sunscreen stick / 10 favorite hat / 11 brown oval sunglasses / 12 slides / 13 woven tote medium / 14 yellow basket / 15 green swimsuit & bottoms / 16 ivory one piece / 17 black one-piece / 18 cooler / 19 cooler tote / 20 beach towel / 21 after sun balm

I packed a ton of sunscreen for the beach and for every day. My personal favorite for the body is the Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion with SPF 50+ because it’s the longest lasting, stays on the skin the best through sweat, water and heat, and it’s not thick or sticky. Andrew’s favorite is the Jack Black Oil-Free Sun Guard with SPF 45. For him this is the best sweat-resistant sunscreen.

Other favorites include the Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick, new Chanel UV Essentiel, Supergoop! Glowscreen, Vacation Classic Spray (now in SPF 50). We also really love the Vacation After Sun Gel (it’s alcohol free) and I love the new Dior Solar After-Sun Balm (this one does have alcohol but it’s not as high on the ingredient list).

For swimsuits I love Montce Swim and Hunza G for more conservative swim wear that covers a lot. Since we stayed at an Airbnb I packed my own towels from Business & Pleasure and I really love them. They have matching coolers and cooler totes too!

Celine Oval Sunglasses, Hunza G Domino One Piece Swimsuit, Rag and Bone Hat

Loewe Anagram Paulas Ibiza Medium Basket

Best Summer Sunscreens Shiseido

Accessories and Bags

Vacation Edit

 

1 woven tote (medium size) / 2 shell basket / 3 brown oval sunnies / 4 black sunnies / 5 square sunnies / 6 scrunchies / 7 small jewelry case / 8 mini raffia tote / 9 zip pouches / 10 hat / 11 towel / 12 hair clip / 13 slides / 14 sunscreen / 15 sunscreen / 16 white bag / 17 sneakers / 18 white sandals / 19 chloe slides / 20 fendi slides / 21 black sandals

Best Summer Bags Loewe, Bottega, Prada

Outfits I Packed

I didn’t get outfit snaps of everything I wore on the trip but I here’s what I did get photos of throughout our trip! Also linking what I packed for tops, dresses and bottoms.

Vacation Tops and Tanks

Tops Linked

Dresses & Bottoms

Vacation Dresses and Shorts

 

What I Wore

Reformation Carol Tank, Agolde Parker Shorts, Prada Mini Raffia Bag

Top Reformation / Shorts Agolde / Shoes Chloe / Bag Prada / Sunnies Celine

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Free People Boulevard Tube Top, Agolde Parker Shorts, APL Sneakers

Top Free People / Shorts Moussy / Shoes APL / Bag Loewe / Sunnies Celine

Ollie and Sabrina

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Free People Neighborhood Tank Agolde Parker Shorts Loewe Basket Celine/Chanel Sunnies

Tank Free People / Shorts Agolde / Bag Loewe

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Free People Love Letter Cami, Loewe Shell Basket, Agolde Parker Shorts

Top Free People / Shorts Agolde / Bag Loewe / Sunnies Celine

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Free People Vanda Mini Dress (white) Chloe Woody Sandals Loewe Basket Tote

Free People Vanda Mini Dress (white) Chloe Woody Sandals Loewe Basket Tote

Dress Free People / Slides Chloe / Bag Loewe / Sunnies Chanel

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Free People Where’s Your Tux Top Agolde Parker Moussy Chloe Woody Slides Loewe Basket Celine Sunglasses

Top Free People / Shorts Moussy / Shoes Chloe / Bag Loewe/ Sunnies Celine

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Free People Tank Clean Lines Muscle Cami Isabel Marant Skirt Chloe Sandals Bottega Loop Bag

Top Free People / Skirt Isabel Marant / Shoes Chloe / Bag Bottega / Sunnies Celine

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Favorite Summer Shoes

Shoes Linked

Chloe Woody Sandals

That wraps up my packing post part 1! I’ll have a summer travel beauty edit coming soon with a giveaway this week so stay tuned!

Florida Packing Travel

What I Packed for Miami

December 31, 2022

Miami Packing List

Sharing a look at what I packed for Miami! We had mild weather for South Florida – probably the nicest weather we’ve ever experienced in Florida! I packed a bunch of my favorite tank tops and shorts – many the same style just in multiple colors.

Outfits

 

I’ll link everything I wore that’s still available but here are a few style notes. I think the most flattering tanks are the Citizens of Humanity Isabel Tank (runs TTS) and the Reformation Julia Top (runs small, I’m usually an XS but sized up to a Medium). My loose gauzey button down from Rails remains a closet staple perfect for the beach.

The Betsy Hotel South Beach - Sabrina beautylookbook

For beach bags I really love the Naghedi St. Barths Totes (I have the medium size). Durable, sturdy, flexible and easy to clean. I also brought along my YSL Panier Basket (size is the small variation) for a beach bag and Prada Raffia Tote.

YSL Small Panier Basket Tote

For shoes I wore in my new Celine Low Top Sneakers (unboxing here) and absolutely love them. I sized down as they recommended (I’m usually a size 6.5 and bought the Celine in a size 6) and they’re a great fit, super comfortable, no break in required. I also brought along my Veja Venturi Sneakers which I still really love too.

I’ve really grown to love the HunzaG swimsuits. The Domino One-Piece is a great one I find myself wearing the most. It doubles as a top too when you add shorts or a skirt.

Hunza G Domino Swimsuit

Ollie and Sabrina

Ollie Sabrina

Tops & Swim

 

Shorts, Shoes & Jeans

 

Accessories

Skincare and Hair Care

Travel Skincare Packing

I was very impressed with myself that I kept my skincare and hair care packing to a minimum this trip! I stuck with the basics with one in each category. This trip I used everything I packed. The R+Co Dart Pomade Stick is an essential for flyaways and I wish it would stay in stock. I keep checking for it multiple places like Amazon, Neimans, Saks etc. If you can’t find it the Ouai Matte Pomade is also very good.

I almost always pack my Chanel CC Cream with me (it’s my favorite) but this time I decided to try a few different things. I really like the Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Primer for a sunscreen.

For perfume I didn’t pack anything with me but purchased a few on my trip including Celine Parade and Loewe Eclectic which I think are going to be new favorites for the upcoming year.

Of course I had to pack my ghd Platinum Plus Styler which is a hair care essential for smooth hair. Helps me get ready in under 15 minutes for hair styling!

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Travel Makeup Picks

Travel Makeup Packing Miami

I did a makeup packing reel on Instagram if you want to see if all in action. I am an over packer when it comes to makeup but tried to limit myself to 1-2 things in each category. I used everything I packed on this trip so I think I packed just the right amount! The only thing I forgot was a beautyblender sponge and foundation brush. I stopped by Sephora to pick up a beautyblender because I discovered I can’t live without one, lol.

I’ve linked everything below but will list the colors too:

Base:

Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Primer
Chanel Glowing Makeup Primer
Chanel Les Beiges Water-Fresh Complexion Touch in B30 + B40
YSL Touche Eclat in Shade 3
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Powder in Medium

Blush/Bronzer:

Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Drops
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Powder in Deep (not shown)
Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks in Chouchette
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette in Elephant
Charlotte Tilbury Air Brush
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Beauty Wand
Tarte Maneater Blush in Coral (new shade)

Eyes:

Charlotte Tilbury Eyes to Mesmerize in Rosegold
Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow in Golden Amber
Sisley Phyto Matte Eyeliner in 2 Tonka
Hourglass Scattered Light Eyeshadow in Ray
Charlotte Tilbury Eyeshadow Palette in Bella Sofia
Tarte Tartelette Tubing Mascara
Too Faced Superfine Brow Detailer and Brow Wig in Medium Brown

Lips:

Hermes Lip Oils
Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lips in Grapefruit + Juicy Lip Plump in White Peach
Tarte Maracuja Lip Liner in Rosy Brown
Hourglass Phantom Volumizing Glossy Lip in Slip
Dior Rouge Dior Lipstick in 100 Nude Look Velvet (also in action here)
Dior Addict Lip Maximizer in Pink (older version, review of new formula soon)

 

South Beach Miami

South Beach Miami

South Beach Miami

South Beach Miami

If you’re looking for packing ideas I hope you found this helpful!

Florida Packing Travel

What I Packed for Key West

July 31, 2022

What I Packed for Key West

I’m back with a packing roundup! We took a week off for a mini getaway to Key West. It’s been five years since we’ve visited and this trip we took my in-laws with us. We took the Key West Express from Fort Meyers this time. Overall it was crazy hot and humid during our time but we still had a lot of fun! It was a relaxing trip, we did a lot of walking.

A quick look at the hotel we stayed at. Andrew and I booked a 2 bedroom cottage at The Capitana Key West. It’s one of the newer hotels and we really liked it! Super clean, nice modern design, daily housekeeping, cute pool and lounge area. It is 2 miles outside of downtown so you will definitely need a car or golf cart of some sort as it’s too hot to walk that far. Here’s a quick look. If you want to see the inside, I did a mini room tour on Instagram I’ll post below.

Capitana Key West Hotel

Capitana Key West Hotel

Capitana Key West Hotel

Away Bigger Carry On White

For packing Andrew and I packed up 3 Away Bigger Carry-Ons (there was a size limit for luggage on the ferry). I still really love these suitcases and highly recommend them. The Bigger Carry-On is the perfect size to pack essentials for an extended weekend getaway. I also really love their Packing Cubes – both Andrew and I use these. For longer trips we have and like the Medium Suitcase. Their Accessories selection is pretty good these days too! I bought Andrew the Large Toiletry Case and he approves of the design, material and quality!

What I packed below (each item is clickable to take you directly to shop the item):

I didn’t manage to get photos of every outfit I wore but here are a few snapshots.

Outfit 1: Top Bella Dahl // Shorts Agolde Parker // Bag Loewe Pochette // Sandals Fendi // Sunglasses Celine Triomphe Oval

Vacation Outfit Bella Dahl Top, Agolde Shorts, Loewe Raffia Pochette

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Outfit 2 Poolside: Swimsuit HunzaG Domino // Sunglasses Celine // Lip Balm Makeup by Mario // Tote Loewe Small Basket // Hat Jacquemus

Poolside HunzaG Domino Swimsuit, Celine Sunglasses

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Outfit 3: Dress Reformation (older style, similar here) // Sunglasses Celine // Shoes Tory Burch

Reformation Linen Dress

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Outfit 4: Top Free People // Shorts Agolde // Sandals Chloe // Bag Bottega

Free People Halter, Agolde Parker Shorts White

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Outfit 5: Top Rails Ellis Button Down // Shorts Agolde // Bag Loewe // Sandals Fendi

Rails Ellis, Loewe Raffia Pochette, Agolde Parker Shorts

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Outfit 6: Dress Abercrombie // Sandals Tory Burch // Bag Loewe Small Basket

Abercrombie Halter Dress & Loewe Small Basket

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I’ve never received so many questions as I have about shoes! Here are the highlights on sizing and comfort:

Vacation Shoes and Sandals

Tory Burch Double T Sport Slide is one of most comfortable sandals I’ve tried. I’ve owned this pair for a couple years now (also seen here and here). They’ve held up really well even though I’m not the most careful with my feet. While it doesn’t have arch support there’s a cushion in the sole which makes them really comfortable on the feet. They run true to size (I’m a 6.5 in most sandals). Comfort is 10 out of 10.

Ancient Greek Sandals Eleftheria Sandal are a recent splurge and I love the minimalist look. They’re very sturdy and I like that they stay on the feet. The straps are not adjustable so it was pure luck that they fit me perfectly. I wish the straps were adjustable though – it seems like having a perfect fit isn’t always going to happen since everyone has different widths for feet, ankles, toes etc. Comfort is 8.5 out of 10 for me. These come in whole sizes and the Size 7 works perfectly for me.

Chloe Woody Slide Sandals are ones I think are super cute, but comfort is a level 7 out of 10 for me. They’re not painful but they’re also not ones I want to walk around all day in. These come in whole sizes only and I wear these in a 37.

Veja Venturi Sneakers are cute for that chunky sneaker trend and I find them very comfortable. They’re very comfortable to walk in around all day. Sizing reviews seem to be mixed (it may depend on color). For these I wear them in a US 6/ EUR37.fendi

Fendi Feel Slides were a splurge and I love them. They’re very comfortable and I had no issues (no break in period). There is a slight arch support inside and the sole has some beveled edges to hug the feet (so there’s no sliding around inside). Even with sweaty feet they stayed on. Sizing is big and wide. I have narrowish feet so I took these in a Size 36. I could have probably gone down to a 35.5 but the 36 is very comfortable. I would recommend going a 1/2 down from your regular size or buy from a retailer that has a good return policy.

Travel Makeup Bags Louis Vuitton Nice BB Calpak Mini

For beauty packing I packed up products in 2 different cases this time. For skincare and haircare I splurged on the Louis Vuitton Nice BB Case and love it. I just bought it so I’ve only been able to use it once on this trip. I’ll be able to share more thoughts as we travel more! Packing Reel sharing what fits inside below.

Louis Vuitton Nice BB

Skincare + Hair Care:

 

For makeup I packed everything in the Calpak Mini Cosmetic Case. This had been sitting in my online shopping cart for many months. I finally decided to order it in Caramel and love it. Super roomy even though it’s the “mini” version. There’s a bigger option available too!

Calpak Clear Makeup Bag Mini Size The Beauty Lookbook

I don’t always pack hair tools but with the humidity in the Keys I wasn’t going to take any chances on the hotel dryer. I packed up the T3 Micro Aireluxe and the ghd Platinum+ Styler. Both were great! I will probably switch up the dryer for a different one next time (this one took up a lot of room) but will 100% travel with the hair straightener. It’s perfect to smooth out the hair in the morning.

Hair Tools T3 Ghd

Last thing I wanted to highlight is how I pack my jewelry. I usually wear my necklaces while traveling since I haven’t found a travel case that works for chains (they always end up getting tangled). But for everything else the Mejuri Travel Case is perfect to store rings, three pairs or earrings and thicker chains. It’s also available in black.

Mejuri Travel Case

Loewe Basket Small

Have you been traveling this summer? We have been itching to travel more but Ollie is not yet ready to go with us (hopefully soon). He’s been in puppy training the past 2 weeks so the timing worked out for us to have someone watch/train him this time. We really wanted to bring him but we’re glad we did not (it was too hot and the ferry ride was too long for him!). He’s learning so much! If you’ve traveled this summer let me know where!

If you want to see the places we visited you can check out my Key West highlights on Instagram @beautylookbook.

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Away Travel Minis are Back!

March 12, 2020

Away Travel Minis

Away Travel Minis are back again! The minis are usually available during the holidays but they’ve brought them back. For those who missed out on previous launches you’ve asked me to alert you if they are back and they are now! These are my favorite miniature travel-sized cases perfect for quick trips, long vacations, inflight essentials, for the beach, for my gym bag etc. Basically great to carry anything you want protected from the hard shell exterior.

Away Mini Blush

Featured in this post: Hat – Eric Javits / Sunglasses – Celine / Slides – APL / Gloss – Dior (review soon!) / Balm – Bobbi Brown Crushed Lip Oil New Romantic / Dry Shampoo – IGK / Mini Brush – Aerin / Comb – Gisou / Sunscreen – Chanel

 

They currently retail for $45 each and are available in the individual empty cases. I’ve done quite a few reviews in the past. If you want to see what I can fit inside you can find previous posts by clicking on my Packing Tag.

Dimensions are 7″ x 5″ x 3″+ latest version reviewed here.

His and Her Travel Essentials

Also thought it was fun to share that Away featured me on their website! Andrew took this during one of our Miami trips you can read about here. Outfit details: Tank – Jcrew / Hat – Eric Javits / Shorts – 7 For All Mankind / Sunglasses – Rayban / Sandals – UGG Kari Sandal (runs true to size).

 

 

Away Beautylookbook Web Feature

You can find the Away Minis at Away Travel or in their stores.

 

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Away Minis for the Holiday

November 14, 2019

Away Travel Minis Holiday 2019

I’m so excited to share the news that the Away Minis are back for the holiday! Individual minis launch on their website Away Travel and in their stores today (with more holiday goodness launching very soon). I’ve gifted these every year they’ve launched and they are always well received – even by the picky ones! These are my favorite cases to travel with and I also carry them to the beach and to the gym. The hard exterior is perfect to protect things from getting squished in your bag or luggage (like sunglasses and squeeze tubes).

The 2019 edition has a couple of updates to the design. The size and dimension are the same with an open interior and mesh pocket on one side. This year they’ve added a small hook on the top front to attach a key ring and on the inside they’ve added another elastic band for those who want something extra to hold products in place. They are available in 9 Core Colors, Aluminum and a few limited-edition shades as well.

Double zip, zipper matches the polycarbonate shell, new ring attachment at top this year:

Away Mini Suitcase 2019

Away Minis

On the nails is Chanel Le Vernis in Richness from the holiday collection (review soon)

The Away Minis measure 7″ x 5″ x 3″ and come with a double-zip closure. They’re small but I can fit quite a bit inside! I always get questions about TSA restrictions and liquids. I’ve never had any issues but I usually put everything into a quart size bag at home first to make sure I’m not over the limit.

What I travel with varies depending on season. We’re getting ready for some holiday travel before the end of the year so I’m starting to put together a packing list. Some things I’ll probably check like face wash, moisturizer, etc. But for reference to get an idea of what you can fit, this is what I can fit inside mine:

Away Travel Mini Suitcase

His and hers travel favorites, Andrew is partial to Kiehl’s and Jack Black for skincare:

His and Her Travel Essentials

 

If you haven’t checked out their products recently they just launched their Luminous Collection for holiday. They have new colors of luggage, everywhere bags and a few more accessories. In addition many of you have asked about the pink nylon Everywhere Bag that I have from last year. There’s a pink leather version available right now if you’ve been holding out for pink!

This post is about the minis but I always get questions about Away products so I thought I’d do an FAQ. I’ve reviewed Away luggage in several posts over the years. Simply click on my PACKING travel tag to see what I’ve packed on previous trips. Top questions I receive about their products:

  • Which size do I recommend?
    • I’m usually a carry-on traveler and typically travel within the US. I prefer the bigger carry on because it will fit in the overhead bins (except for the smaller commuter flight planes).
    • On one of our trips last year we used the Medium and loved it. I feel like now I’ll always travel with the Medium.
    • To find out if it will fit on your airline there’s a helpful FAQ section on the Away website. Measurements include the wheels which is super helpful.
  • What are the stand outs about their luggage over other brands?
    • The design is streamlined and well made. The wheels have 360 spinners which makes it SO easy to maneuver upright, at an angle, to rotate etc. The handle is designed well so it doesn’t take up a lot of room on the inside. You can still fit a lot in between the handle bars. Quality is also excellent.
  • Does it get scratched? How do the light colors hold up?
    • If you check it, it’s only a matter of time before you get scratches. Both Andrew and I have checked ours (even the carry on size sometimes). They hold up pretty well! The scuff marks can be cleaned up with warm water and a Magic Eraser.
  • How does the Everywhere Bag compare to other travel totes?
    • It’s thoughtfully designed with REALLY good pockets for easy access and separation. It’s easy to carry on the shoulder even when full. I’m 5’3″ and I am an over packer but was able to carry it without any issue. It is easy to sling over the handle of your suitcase as well. Andrew has one in black leather and likes his too. He was 100% convinced it wasn’t going to be better than his briefcase which he also uses for travel to carry his laptop and electronics. After one use he’s a convert.

Snapshot of previous minis in action from past travels:

The Beauty Look Book Away travel minis

Away Minis launch individually today. Available in 9 core colors, Aluminum and 5 limited-edition colors. Starting at $45 each.

Be sure to follow @away on Instagram or sign up for their newsletter for new launch alerts. There are more things launching for holiday gifting very soon! For now individual minis are available in all of their core colors on the AwayTravel.com.

 

Minis gifted by Away.

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Away Travel Mini Cases Are Back!

May 9, 2019

Away Travel Mini Suitcase

The cutest Away Mini Travel Cases are back for a limited time! I’ve been writing about these since 2016 and am completely obsessed. The minis are typically launch only during the holiday season and sell out very quickly – if you missed out here’s another peek at them. They retail for $35 each just for the case itself and right now come in the core colors. These are hard zip cases with a mesh pouch in the interior and measure approximately 7″ x 5″ x 3″ – they’re nice to store things you don’t want to get smushed when traveling like small hair brushes, sunglasses, beauty essentials etc. You can find them right now online at AwayTravel.com (under their Gifts and Extras section).

Away Mini Travel Case in Blush via The Beauty Look Book

The cases are versatile for a wide range of things. I don’t just use these for travel. I use them for weekend day trips, going to the beach, etc. They’re nice and compact and perfect for carrying inflight essentials. If I’m flying to be safe I put all my liquids I’m carrying on the plane into a quart size zip loc back before putting them into the hard case to make sure it will be within the quart size limit. Pulling one image from the archives below:

Away Travel Mini Toiletries Case | The Beauty Look Book

A peek at past trips when I brought my Away mini with me. Also shown on a shelfie and with other things for scale. They’re pretty sturdy and easy to clean on the outside – just use a Magic Eraser and warm water and it cleans up perfectly!

The Beauty Look Book Away travel minis

A number of you asked me how the Away Mini compares to the Truffle Jetset Clarity Case. They’re both excellent for travel – it just depends on your packing style and preference. The benefit of the Away Mini is that it has a hard shell so it will protect things better than a leather zip pouch. However the Truffle Jetset is a little bigger around and shorter in depth so you can fit longer things.

Away Mini ($35, seasonal)

  • hard exterior
  • zip closure
  • measures 7″ x 5″ x 3″
  • has one mesh pocket

Truffle Clarity Jetset ($88, permanent)

  • leather exterior trim with clear top and base
  • zip closure
  • softer but still structured
  • measures 7 1/2” L X 5 1/4” H X 2″ W
  • one open compartment

Travel Beauty Cases Away Mini vs Truffle Clarity Jetset

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Travel Beauty Cases Away Mini vs Truffle Clarity Jetset

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I’ve traveled with both on numerous occasions. Each one has their benefits for carrying on the plane or for travel. I do think the Away Mini is more budget friendly and they make really cute gifts. I’ve bought one for so many of my friends and family. It makes me so happy to hear and see how they use them for even just everyday things. My brother keeps his everyday essentials (like contact solution, etc.) in the Away case in his backpack. Some of you have told me you keep your essential travel documents like passport or other papers inside for easy access when you travel.

They just came back in stock for a limited time. If you have these on your wishlist I recommend buying soon! I just ordered a few more colors to stock up for gifts. For now they’re available just with the case alone. I’m hoping they’ll also bring them back during the holiday with sets like they have in the past!

The Away Mini is available only at Away Travel online and in their free-standing stores.

Away mini gifted. Truffle Jetset purchased by me.