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Stuff I Keep in My Car (and Use!)
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items Car essentials for the girls: ranging from useful and aesthetic to must-have on-the-go items that you didn't know you needed until now.
Sections
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Clean & Organized
Essentials That Save Me
Just for the Vibe
What's In My Glove Compartment
My Middle Console Musts
Clean & Organized
Keep your car from turning into a trash bin or black hole of receipts. These are the items that help me keep things tidy and manageable.
Foldable, waterproof and it'll match anything!
Trunk Organizer for Chaos Control
This organizer just looks more polished. A little more expensive, but I just think it looks cuter.
Another Option: Trunk Organizer for Chaos Control
I literally haul my purse everywhere, so having it swinging off the headrest instead of on the floor was a game‑changer. Leather looks adult, it holds my everyday bag and grocery totes, and keeps everything off the ground. Small detail, big differenc...
Because Your Purse Deserves to Ride Shotgun Too
I didn't think I'd need this but it actually helped me keep my car much more clean and organized. Goodbye random gum wrappers and receipts!
Trash Can That Hides the Mess, Not the Aesthetic
I hated the look of crumpled napkins or tissues in the cupholder. This one actually looks cute in my car, and it clips to the visor or seatback super easily. You could totally use it for masks or wipes too.
Tissue/Napkin Holder That Doesn’t Ruin Vibe
Again, you can never be too prepared. You'll be thanking yourself the next time you accidentally dump fries down your seat. PLUS: It’s compact so it fits easily in my trunk or backseat, cordless, and comes with all the attachments to suck up crumbs, ...
Mini but Mighty: This Thing Eats It All
I was so sick of losing my phone or random wrappers down the side of my seat—until I got this. It fits snugly between your seat and console, holds cards, coins, or your keys, and keeps everything in easy reach. Budget-friendly, simple to install, and...
No More Black-Hole Seat Gap Disasters in My Car
Essentials That Save Me
These are the ride-or-die basics that make my life easier, safer, or less of a hot mess. Think of this section as the real MVPs that keep things running smoothly on the road.
Living in an area that experiences fall and winter, early mornings and late nights are a nightmare. This rechargeable heated blanket plugs into the car outlet for insant heat. Plus, you never know when you might need an emergency blanket.
Heated Car Blanket for Luxurious Drives
This thing is powerful AND surprisingly compact. Plus, it doubles as a power bank and emergency LED lamp, so it’s perfect for road trips or winter drives. I keep it in my trunk organizer at all times.
Portable Jump Starter That Saved Me Once Already
It never hurts to be prepared. And TRUST ME: you're always the saving grace when you're the one friend who carries bandaids or pain relief around.
Compact Practical & Cute First Aid Kit
Forget scrambling and screwing around trying to figure out old-school tire pressure gauges. Make your life easier and give yourself some comfort knowing the correct measurement ASAP.
Don't Guess, Check Your Tire in Seconds
It’s powerful, zoomable, and fits in my glove compartment without taking up space. If you want something you’ll actually reach for in an emergency (even if it's just to find your phone or keys under the seat) this is it.
Emergency Flashlight for Trunk Use
This folded-up umbrella lives in my trunk organizer and has honestly saved me from more than one surprise drizzle. It's perfect because it's compact, reliable, and shockingly durable for its size.
The Umbrella That Fits & Won't Let You Down
De-icing your windshield is the worst part of winter. Make it a little easier on yourself by keeping a snow brush scraper on-hand in your car at all times. It's been a real life-saver more times than I can count.
Make Your Winter Mornings Less Brutal
In a rush? This de-icer spray is my go-to. I use the snow brush and scrape for the bigger chunks I can't get with it. It makes my icy mornings so much faster.
Winter Hack That Keeps My Sanity Every Year
This phone mount uses strong magnets so your phone stays put through every curve, and it still looks chic and minimal on the dash. Clips in with no messy cords or suction cups.
Minimalist Car Phone Mount - Secure Hold
Just for the Vibe
Do I need these? Maybe not. Do they make my car feel more like me? Absolutely. This is where I put the cute, fun, and aesthetic extras that bring the personality and the vibe.
I didn’t expect to love this as much as I do — but I do. I’ve already bought two scents and I’m obsessed. It makes my car smell amazing without being overpowering, and the packaging is soooo cute. Bonus points: it’s from a small business based in Pen...
The Cutest Car Diffuser That Actually Lasts
These little coasters were such an easy win for my car. They catch crumbs, spills, random drips, and I don’t have to deep clean my cupholders constantly (but if I do, it's easier). Plus, you can pick whatever color best matches your vibe.
Car Coasters to Keep Cupholders Clean
Because helloooo cute details matter!!! It’s a little crystal cover for your start button that makes a subtle sparkle every time you turn on your car. Perfect for adding a pop of personality without going overboard.
Car Button Cover for Start Button Fancy
I didn't think I'd be excited about an insurance card organizer, but this is so cute. I feel so put together knowing where my important car documents are AND it helps free up space in my glovebox.
The Most Chic Way to Store Your Reg and Insurance
These little clips saved me from chasing sunglasses around my car for months. They clip right onto your visor and hold multiple pairs securely, without damaging them. Plus, they look sleek and discreet. Way cuter than a dangling hook or a falling-out...
Keep Sunglasses Safe & Snatched
These cherry blossom clips don’t do anything but look adorable—and that’s exactly the point. They’re tiny, pink, and the easiest way to add a little ✿ to your dashboard.
Because Air Vents Can Be Cute Too
Air fresheners not your thing? This jeweled rearview mirror charm is perfect for anyone wanting a little celestial sparkle on the road.
Make Every Drive Feel Magical
Perfect for when you want something you picked, not just a random trinket. Best part? It’s handmade and supports small businesses.
Custom Mirror Charm So Your Ride Feels Uniquely You
What's In My Glove Compartment
Take a peek at what I carry in my glove compartment that makes my life 10x easier, 10x more prepared and 10x less stressful.
Having a brush within reach meant fewer tangles and emergency bathroom runs. It’s simple, effective, and exactly what you need for on-the-go refreshes.
Stay Prepared for Emergency Hair Days... or Moments
I keep this case in my glove compartment stocked with essentials: mascara, lip gloss dry shampoo, breath spray, you name it. It’s lightweight, water-resistant, and perfectly fits the limited space.
My Backup Beauty Stash
I stash this in my makeup bag. It’s discreet, mess-free, and gives instant confidence without hauling around bulky gum or mouthwash. Perfect for keeping fresh on the go.
Save Date Nights, Interviews & Drive-Thrus
I can't live without this mascara. So it's obviously a staple in my glove compartment makeup bag.
My Go-To for When Your Eyes Need a Quick Lift
It’s compact, mess-free, and gives me a quick oil refresh without looking chalky. Perfect for post-workout fixes or surprise plans mid-drive, wherever you are. Plus, your friends will thank you.
When My Roots Need a Reset FAST
I stashed this soft, refillable kit (I've refilled it SO many times already) in my glovebox and it's come in clutch more times than I expected. Cuts, scrapes, or blister emergencies? Done.
The Mini Lifesaver Within Arms Reach That Doesn't Take Up Space
My Middle Console Musts
Tiny space, big energy. This is where I stash the grab-and-go stuff I need to reach for within a moments notice, or even faster.
I keep two of these in my center console and they both hold exactly what I need: emergency travel deodorant, spare hand sanitizer, back-up chapstick, sunscreen… you get the idea.
Tiny Trays, Big Win for Console Storage
This fits right in one of those mini tray organizers. Perfect for days when I forget to put sunscreen on my face and remember before I pop my sunroof open.
Glow and Go Protection that I Always Have on Hand
I don't always have to be driving to need tissues. These are right where I can grab them when I need them, wherever I need them since I prefer to use my tissue dispenser for napkins.
For Spills, Tears & Random Sneezes
I keep this little pack of Advil in my center console so I never have to rummage through my purse or glovebox when a headache or cramp hits mid-drive. It's a life saver no matter where I am. Restaurants, out with friends, mid-drive, you name it.
Travel Pain Relief for When It Hits Fast
An essential after touchscreens, gas pumps, or snack runs that sits perfectly in my center console.
Small, Stays Put, Smells Good
You never know when you might need a claw clip. So I always keep a neutral-toned one tucked away to match any unexpected occasion.
Stay Prepped for all Hair Possibilities
Ever had an itch that just won't go away? Or torturous cracked-knuckles you forget to moisturize before you leave for your 9-5? Doesn't matter anymore when you keep a spare travel lotion in your car right where you need it. Say it with me: life saver...
Hydration Check... But Make it Cute and Convenient