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what's in my work bag? music industry edition
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items Everything that's in my work bag! I work in marketing in the live entertainment industry so some things in here are specific to that role!
Sections
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The Bag(s)
Accessories
Beauty
Hygiene
Snack
The Bag(s)
I currently use the Coach bag listed; however, I also do want to list the other bags I've used throughout my career! The totes are better for office desk jobs. Sturdy and stylish. And the backpack worked better as my everyday bag when I worked at a startup where I traveled often and was constantly on-the-go. All of these options are great and I hope you find one that fits your office lifestyle!
This bag (although sold out) is my current and absolute favorite work bag! I only really walk from my car to the office and back with it, so I'm fine without a zipper securing the top. I put my work laptop in the middle. It's the perfect size and it'...
COACH® | Charlie Carryall 40
I bought this work bag with my first ever corporate paycheck! I used this earlier in my career and liked it. It's a good sturdy bag with a lot of room. It doesn't get dirty easy. One side did start creasing after two years of use, but I steamed it an...
DAGNE DOVER - Classic Tote
I used this backpack when I was on-the-go more, and have switched out of this since. This will be a great bag for you if you travel a lot for work or you don't have a stationary office setup. This one is nice, keeps my hands free, and it has a good a...
BÉIS Backpack
Accessories
I got these for Christmas and I've gotten so many compliments on them! Not only are they stylish, they're super helpful in filtering out loud live music. I find myself putting my hair up more often just to show them off.
Swarovski x Loop Experience 2
Hands-down one of my favorite mini mics that aren't too expensive! For my role, I sometimes make videos with fans so this has been super helpful in picking up their voice even in loud environments.
Rode Bluetooth Mini Mic
I have this specific notebook in my bag. I keep this to jot down accomplishments so I can keep track of them! I also work where a lot of artists are so I like to just write down some of my experience with interacting with them. Basically a burn book ...
Anthropologie x Papier Notebook
I work in music, so I bought this fun pen set and keep one in my bag. I did not know they were colored ink so that was a fun surprise.
Short N' Sweet Jotter Pen Set
I have a couple of these pens in my bag, they're my favorite
Papermate InkJoy Black Pens
I work in live entertainment so earplugs are a must! These loop earplugs are stylish and match my jewelry lol. They're my backup ones for the Swarovski loops!
Loop Earplugs
I work in marketing and social media so I’m constantly on my work phone! Definitely need a charged phone!
iPhone 16 Charger
I got a Kindle for Christmas two years ago, and I keep it in my work bag! I don't always read on my breaks, but it's nice to have :)
Kindle
Beauty
My everyday lip balm! Love the color and flavor of the Summer Fridays Iced Coffee lip balm.
Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm Iced Coffee
I actually got this for free, but I love this hand cream. I wash my hands a lot and it gets dry in a cold office. This hand cream smells fresh, like powder.
L'Occitane Hand Cream
I do my makeup at home but I like to keep this powder in my bag to retouch the oilier spots on my face! I like its scent and packaging. Any powder would help with retouching, but I just found this one to be so good.
Mattifying Face Powder - Gucci
I use this if I'm feeling a little more color on my lips but without having to put lipstick on!
Rhode Lip Tint
For show days where we need to dress up more formal, I use the Charlotte Tilbury lip kit!
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Mini Lipstick & Lip Liner Set
Hygiene
I like to have these on hand to keep my breath fresh especially after meals!
Extra Polar Ice Mint Gum
No matter how careful I try to be when eating/drinking, spills inevitably happen. These are a lifesaver when that happens. Your coworkers will also thank you because you'll have this on hand for their spills.
Tide To Go Stain Remover Pen -
You probably touch millions of germs in a day, so hand sanitizer is a must. I'm a big believer in hand sanitizer that smells like the hospital so I like to have the Purell brand.
Hand Sanitizer
Snack
A ton of walking around so I always need water! I love my Owala and it keeps my water so cold for so long ❄️
Owala
Love these and keep a few in my bag just in case. Working in the music industry is fast paced and unpredictable so sometimes I don’t prioritize meals (even though I should) but these keep me afloat.
Honey Stinger Energy Waffle