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Weekend trip packing tips

Updated: Oct 11, 2025

Time for a Trip: Because “Crime of Passion” Won’t Hold Up in Court


I’m this close to losing faith in humanity! While I have three long vacations already booked, what I really need right now is a quick-fix. A weekend escape to remind me that good people are still out there. So, no need to drag a full-size luggage behind you. For a weekend, all you really need is a trusty day-to-day purse and a solid weekender bag that affirms, “She’s fun. She’s stable. Trust me!"


Let’s break down the weekend trip packing must-haves, starting with the weekender bag, the outfits, and the little extras.



Weekender Bags We Love


The Beis Weekender

If there were a travel MVP, this would be it. It's roomy, sleek, and Béis offers a variety of colors. We’re drooling over that rich brown hue! It fits more than you'd expect without looking bulky. A true style-meets-function moment!


Brown Béis weekender bag with detachable shoulder strap on a white background. It has a front zipper pocket and an embossed logo at the bottom.

As seen on our sister who was traveling to Greece.


Traveler in beige outfit at airport check-in, carrying brown Beis weekender bag and two Beis luggage.
Bonus if the outfit matches the bag!

Betsey Johnson Bag

If bold and playful is your thing, this bag has your name all over it. It's fun, no-fuss, and gives off “I woke up like this” airport energy. Toss your things in and go. Effortless style included!


A colorful floral Betsey Johnson bag with gold accents and black straps, holding all beauty essentials for travel. Perfect for weekend getaways for young women.

Woman in a white sweatshirt holding a colorful floral Betsey Johnson bag with gold accents and black straps. Perfect for weekend getaways for young women.
She's seeing the world with the scuffs as proof!

Your Travel Checklist


Outfit Planning

Think of your itinerary (if you created one). Bring pieces that mix-and-match. You're only gone for a few days, so every piece should earn its spot.

  • 2–3 tops

  • 2 bottoms (jeans + something comfier)

  • 1 layering piece (cardigan, denim jacket, or lightweight blazer)

  • 1 outfit for going out (if that’s on the agenda)

  • Comfy sneakers and maybe one pair of heels


Makeup

Keep it minimal, but make it count.

  • Your go-to foundation

  • A travel-sized eyeshadow palette

  • Blush

  • 3 lipsticks (one for each of your personality traits that come alive when you’re abroad.)


Undergarments

  • 4–6 undies

  • 3 bras

  • 4 pairs of socks

  • Pads/tampons/menstrual cups.


That’s it. Resist the urge to bring your whole drawer. You won’t need it! You don’t need “just-in-case” underwear... Just in case of what?? LOL


Accessories

UNLIMITED! We’re not even going to pretend to pack light here. If you're a jewelry over-packer, welcome to the club. Necklaces, rings, statement earrings. Bring the sparkle to suit your vibe when you land.


And that's your travel checklist.



The Results of Emi's Weekend Trip Packing for Her Mexico City Adventure


Day 1

Woman going from explorer to healer in green Zara dress sips from a mug at a table. Palm plants and greenery in background. Relaxed, casual outdoor setting.
Dress by Zara. Earrings by Abbeke, @abbeke

Day 2

Smiling woman with curly afro hair and vibrant earrings in a white outfit using travel as therapy. Background features black and white Spanish-style patterned wall and hanging plants.
Dress by Akira. Top by Zara. Jeans by Express. Earrings by Abbeke, @abbeke

A woman in a white coat from Akira leans on a rail, holding a colorful bag in the garden Frida Kahlo with stone sculptures and vivid blue walls, exuding calm. Perfect inspiration for weekend getaways for young women with tips for beauty essentials for travel.

Day 3

Woman showing fashion-forward travel tips in patterned jumpsuit leans on a marble railing inside Chapultepec Castle, Mexico City, holding a brown Patricia Nash purse. Stained glass window with "Mexico" text in background. Healing through travel.
Belt by Express. Purse by Patricia Nash, @patricianashdesigns. Shoes by Aldo

Woman showing fashion-forward travel tips in patterned jumpsuit sitting on a marble bench outside Chapultepec Castle, Mexico City. Woman looking pensive which is perfect for wellness and travel for black women and healing through travel.


Woman poses in front of a Chapultepec castle with fountain in the back, surrounded by trees. Sky is partly cloudy, creating a serene atmosphere. Perfect inspiration for weekend getaways for young women. Beauty essentials for travel.

If you’re stuffing 14 outfit options and 6 “maybe” pairs of shoes in your full-sized luggage for a weekend trip… we see you. Own up in the comments. How bad is your weekend trip packing? We’ll include you in our over-packer support group.


Happy travels!!


FIN

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