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What’s in my purse?
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items Everything I could ever need in a pinch thrown into one bag. I’m someone who always needs to be prepared and there’s nothing I hate more than being without. Here’s the things you might not think to have until you need them.
Sections
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Hygiene
Tech
Mini Makeup
Handy Tools
Bag Recommendations
Hygiene
Freshen up anywhere with everything you need in a pinch. No worse feeling than feeling without!
No comment. The panic of needing this in a friends house or public place is something of the past. Seriously a life saver and is so cute and also effective. It’s small and lays flat taking up no room. Can’t recommend enough.
Poo~Pourri Pocket: Travel Ready Freshness for On-the-Go
The salt and stone line is to die for, and the mini ones are so handy in a bind. No white transfer onto clothes, and fit perfectly inside every bag. Great for the gym and a hot day. The discovery set lets you try all the scents too!
Mini Deodorant Discovery Set
As someone who’s had long natural nails ever since she was 15, I prioritize the strength of them. The cuticle oil pens are so handy and I never have to worry about them exploding in my bag and making a mess. I can’t stand dry nails and this saves me....
Nail Oil Pen | Nail Care
The lotion of all lotions. The scent lasts longer than a lot of perfume does and I love how hydrating it is. The perfect size to where I feel like I’m not replacing it every week, but it doesn’t take up my whole bag. Smells actually amazing too.
Vanilla Cashmere Travel Size Body Lotion
I loved my big version of the wet brush, so naturally I needed to have the mini one with me everywhere I go. I never have to worry about messing my hair up doing the things I love because I know I can fix it so easily. It’s so cute and small it’s lik...
Mini Detangler - Frost Purple
Tech
Things you won’t catch me dead without. I have reaching for these and them not being in my pocket. I use them both multiple times a day and make life so much more fun!
My best investment to date. So fast and I rarely ever edit the photos because of how good they come out raw. The perfect compact size that I take EVERYWHERE. I know it’s pricey, but I use mine everyday and my instagram feed has thanked me for it.
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera Black
No worse feeling than being in a long car ride without having AirPods. These have been my favorite ones I’ve had, and I love turning the noise cancellation on and off. They come with me everywhere I go and when they’re not where I need them, it’s a s...
AirPods Pro 3
Mini Makeup
Cute little things I love for doing touch ups throughout my day or event. Go read my makeup rec list for a full rundown of my routine!
Stumbled upon this on a whim, but it’s my favorite lip product yet! It’s so hydrating while having the perfect glazed effect when it’s on. Everything from the color to the packaging is adorable and I seriously have one in every purse I own. The pink...
star balm™ starfruit
The holy grail of lash curlers. There’s a reason for the cult following because I’ve never used one so good. Never breaks or rips out my lashes but gives me the best curl that stays. And even if it doesn’t, I have it in my purse to recurl throughout ...
Eyelash Curler
Don’t worry, I don’t carry a full makeup routine with me, and while this isn’t mini, I feel like it’s the only base I need. If I ever have a breakout I’m self conscious about I just throw a bit of this on and the day is saved. No worse feeling than a...
Vanish™ Airbrush Concealer | 16 Hour Wear
The dusty rose color of this looks good on everyone, and I love the creamy formula. This is the only lip liner I own and the only one I feel like I need. I use it with every lip combo and it’s in all of my purses. Really easy step to feel that much m...
Lip Liner
My favorite everyday perfume. It comes in the cutest little mini bottle that’s perfect for travel. Works in every season and gets so many compliments.
Replica Beach Walk EDT Perfume | Maison Margiela Official
Takes care of fly aways like a champ, and also great for slick back greasy hair days. I will say it’s a bit bulky for a smaller bag, but for any shoulder bag it’s a necessity.
TIGI Bed Head Hair Wax Stick - Strong Hold
Handy Tools
Be the girl who can say “I have one!” when someone is in need. These have saved the day on countless occasions, and if they aren’t in your purse, at least throw them in your car.
These are better than tide pens in my opinion. They soak up product better while also removing the stain. The amount of times these have saved my ass is too many to count. They work so well and fit in every pocket of every purse.
Shout Wipes Stain Remover for Clothes
Even if you can’t sew, this adorable little kit is so handy. Having scissors on hand is seriously my favorite thing because I always feel like I need them at the weirdest times. Quickly stitching a bra strap to my dress to prevent it from showing is ...
Travel Sewing Kit
If you want a subtle designer flex that won’t break the bank, whip out this bad boy from your purse. Yes, more money than a normal compact mirror, but $57 for Chanel is pretty good if you ask me. I feel so chic every-time I do my lip liner with this....
CHANEL $57 Compact Mirror
These are like Hershey kisses on steroids. If you know See’s candy, you KNOW. Anytime I feel like my blood sugar is low or I need a boost to get me to dinner I pull out one of these floating around in my bag. So yummy. Not for the summer though haha ...
Celebration Hearts
So chic and cute for every outfit. Great for driving and I find mine often used to hold my hair back in a bind. Small but perfect.
Stella Round Sunglasses
Bag Recommendations
The three bags that do it all. I feel like all are super durable and can be beat up while still looking cute and holding EVERYTHING. Look for a future list of ALL of my bag recommendations for more than just functionality.
This bag holds EVERYTHING. It’s an actual marry poppins bag, and it’s really sturdy yet affordable. Whether you’re dressing it up or down, it always goes with every outfit and occasion.
BAGGU Medium Nylon Crescent Bag
If you want a designer bag that won’t break the bank and will go with everything, this is for you. So classy and a great option if you want a brand name bag you can keep for life. Has lasted me forever and I can even fit my laptop in it!
COACH® | Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 28
Out of the the three price points provided obviously this is the high end. But if you have the money saved, I would recommend considering the Prada Bonnie. I got given this as a gift, and I cannot explain how amazing the quality, and functionality of...
Prada Bonnie Large Suede Handbag