Travel Essentials: Inspiration for your next adventure

Are you escaping the mid-winter blues and heading to an exotic, balmy destination? From island getaways to European tours or city exploring, the holiday spam right now is wild. Style director Louise Hilsz is here with the packing ideas and style guide to inspire your holiday style.

SICILY

This stylish city, with epic food…

Gucci 1802 005 sunglasses, $825. No holiday outfit is complete without a pair of sunglasses, stat. We like a glam trip, not an intrepid journey, so a lightweight gold metal frame is the perfect fashion accessory.

Tom Ford Soleil Blanc Shimmering Body Oil, $110. There's a high chance your skin hasn’t seen any vitamin D in a while. A shimmering oil instantly gives your skin the glow it desperately needs and hydrates it after a long flight.

Zimmermann Ascension Wide Link one-piece, $349. This is the single piece of clothing that can take you from day to night. Pair with high-waisted pants to elevate any swimsuit.

Loewe Medium Flamenco clutch in nappa calfskin, $5790. Its medium size is ideal—spacious enough to carry your necessities without being cumbersome, making it a versatile accessory for both daytime adventures and evening outings in this picturesque Mediterranean paradise.

Never Fully Dressed Khaki Shell Miley Shirt, $279 and Khaki Shell Trousers, $249. Crafted from a lightweight, breathable cotton and linen blend, they’re incredibly soft and perfect for daywear, whether worn over a bikini or paired with the matching shirt and heels for exploring this chic city.


Tokyo

A vibrant metropolis that blends traditional culture and modern innovation…

Fendi Mini Baguette tote bag, US$3,361. Carried or worn cross-body, it’s the ultimate busys city bag.

Outsiders Division Toby Tint sunglasses, $320. So what’s so cool about these sunglasses? Everything! One pair to complement any colourful look.

Casetify Snappy Mirror Cardholder Stand MagSafe Compatible, $68. Keep your cards on hand with the Snappy Cardholder Stand MagSafe Compatible. Slim and compact, the wallet doubles as a phone stand, allowing you to capture the perfect angle - also great for inflight to watch your favourite shows.

Outsider Division Daily Indumentary three jacket, $480. Colour in Tokyo will help you make the most of your holiday memories. Also, lightweight and versatile, this is the one jacket to pack.

July Carry On Trunk, $595. We adore this luggage brand, its stylish carry-on and the SilentMove 360° spinner double-wheels mean you can glide through the airport with ease.

Shiseido Vital Perfection Concentrated Supreme Cream 50ml, $267. Already a fan, this nourishing cream is a travel essential. To combat in-flight dryness, and doubles as a day and night cream to lighten your luggage load.

Louis Vuitton Vivienne Fashionista Bag Charm, $2390. Move over Labubu this is the perfect accessory to show off shopping in Shibuya.


BALI

An island paradise, offering gourmet cuisine and friendly hospitality, it suits every budget…

Arabella The Contour Bra, $451 and The Belted Brief, $231. Pricey, but if you love a bikini, it will elevate your curves.

Briarwood Beach Bag, $99. New Zealand brand, beautiful colour combination, this roomy tote will take you from the ocean to a beach club.

Crocs Women's Bae Clog, $125. Our style directors' favourite footwear, there is a colour to suit any style, and you can customise to your heart’s content with Jibbitz.

O Cosmedics Mineral Pro SPF 50 Tinted 75g, $92. A multi-tasking tinted sunscreen that protects and perfects your complexion - poolside.

Soleil Soleil Overswim Set, $335. From day to night, this colourful and comfortable twin set will become a staple in your holiday wardrobe.