Holiday travel sounds dreamy, but the reality…overpacking, wearing something you later regret on the plane, and feeling a little off once you’re in motion can make travel feel like its own sport. A few simple upgrades can make things a hundred times better. Here are the non-negotiables we’re taking with us this season.
Antler Icon Stripe Medium in Taupe
Price: $325
We love luggage that works as hard as it looks good. This medium case is the sweet spot: big enough for several days away but not overwhelming to maneuver. It glides easily through the airport, expands when you (inevitably) shop, and has a recycled hard shell that keeps your belongings protected. It just makes the whole packing and traveling experience feel way smoother.
Damastíque SPF Active Serum
Price: $65
Travel tends to mean extra sun exposure (airplane windows, long drives, outdoor time once you arrive), so a mineral SPF that actually feels good on the skin is a must. Damastíque’s lightweight SPF Active Serum delivers 100% mineral protection with 20% non-nano zinc oxide, shielding your skin and helping to prevent dark spots from forming. Unlike many mineral sunscreens, it’s a silky, treatment-forward hybrid with SPF 36 broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection, a proprietary Antioxid Melanocyte Calm™ complex, and no heavy cast or thick finish. The formula is also vegan, cruelty-free, mama-approved, and specifically designed for anyone navigating hormonal changes, hyperpigmentation, or sensitive skin.
Lou & Grey Fuzzy Wide-Leg Sweater Pants
Price: $30
The best travel fits are chic without trying, and genuinely comfortable. These soft, wide-leg sweater pants hit that sweet spot: relaxed in feel, but look instantly polished with a matching polo sweater. They’re the kind of piece you can sit in for hours and still feel like yourself when you land.
Olyxir Lymphatic Cleanse Tea
Price: $39.99
Travel tends to throw digestion and energy off, so we like having something on hand that supports the system. These instant tea strips are convenient—drop one into hot or cold water and sip—and they help with bloating, inflammation, and fatigue. They taste great on their own, but you can add milk or ice if you want a more latte-like moment.
CliqLuxe+ Wireless Magnetic Power Bank
Price: $79.99
Travel and your phone on low power mode is always a bad combo. This magnetic power bank snaps onto the back of your phone and charges it without cords or outlets — truly convenient when you’re on the move. The 10,000 mAh capacity gives most phones two full charges, so you’re covered for long days or delayed flights. It’s light, easy to toss in a bag, and also doubles as a stand when you need it.
Heat Healer Air Socks
Price: $56
Compression socks don’t usually spark excitement, but these are the exception. Over-the-knee, surprisingly comfortable, and easy to style with leggings or boots, the Air Socks look like part of your outfit, not an afterthought. Plus, they do an incredible job at supporting circulation and helping to reduce swelling on long travel days — we can genuinely feel the difference!
Start with the right bag, and the whole experience upgrades itself.
In partnership with Antler and Damastíque.
