25 Stylish Travel Items to Wear and Use Forever

As someone who tends to last-minute panic shop before a trip, I can confirm that it isn’t wise, and typically leads to a lot of unsuccessful purchases. So for my summer 2024 travel, I opted to plan ahead a bit more than I usually do, and have made more successful, smart purchases than I usually do as a result. So far this season I’ve traveled to Paris, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Asheville, NC, and will next head to the beach and Seattle. As you can see, my destinations have all been quite different and have required different wardrobes, but I’ve managed to invest in some items that work for almost any destination.
Because sharing is caring, I’m divulging the travel-friendly items I’m referring to, which I may have purchased for a moment in time, but in many cases, will wear and use for years to come. Scroll on to shop the items that I already vetted for you.
Rhode
Pocket Blush in Piggy
This compact blush is perfect for a travel bag. My go-to shade is Piggy.
Aritzia
Airy Terry Perfect Hoodie
I purchased this hoodie for the long flight to Paris and found it to be the perfect weight and fit.
Augustinus Bader
X Sofia Coppola the Tinted Lip Balm
Another smart pre-Paris purchase (that I now want in every color).
Madewell
The Darted Barrel-Leg Jeans
Given how comfortable and perfect these are, I’m not surprised Madewell can’t keep them in stock.
Toteme
Double-breasted cotton jacket
Paris is chilly at night in June so I packed this lightweight trench.
Staud
Alba Ballet Flats in Tan Netting
I think I’ve worn these more than any other shoes this summer.
Peony makes the prettiest swimwear in the game.
Shop the matching Holiday Pant ($100).
Celine Eyewear
Triomphe Oval-Frame Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses
This versatile sunglasses are the only pair you need to pack.
Agolde
Parker Long Clean Denim Shorts
I’m such a fan of these shorts that I now own them in three different washes, with the black ones being my latest acquisition.
Ancient Greek Sandals
Saionara Jelly Sandals
These are the shoes that convinced me to start wearing flip-flops again.
Dae
Cactus Fruit 3-In-1 Styling Cream With Taming Wand
The only hair-styling product I’m packing for the foreseeable future.