These Are the Packing Hacks Every Jet-Setting Girl Needs to Know

The travel bug got us.

All we want to do is jet-set, adventure and explore. What we don't want to do is think about packing and making sure we don't leave the mistake of leaving something important at home.

Because you can't go anywhere without a suitcase in tow, we're here to lessen the pain of your next packing fiasco with these 13 hacks that will ensure your bag is organized, full and fail-proof.

The Right Case Keeps Things Contained

In your carry-on bag, keep your phone charger, cords and earphones tucked away—and free of knots—in a sunglasses case.

 

Pad Delicate Objects With Socks

Slip any breakables (like your perfume bottle) into a pair of socks. It's the perfect amount of padding.

 

Use a Contact Case for Small Amounts of Liquid

If you don't feel like bringing entire bottles of your cosmetics, store mini-sized portions of them in a contact case.

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Keep Clothes Fresh

If you want your clothing smelling like it just came out of the washer/dryer, stick a dryer sheet in your suitcase within your stack of clothing. When you unpack, your clothes will be smelling fresh and clean.

 

Carry Your Shoes in a Shower Cap

Before putting your shoes in your suitcase, stretch a shower cap over them. This will ensure that your dirty soles don't ruin your clothing.

 

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De-Tangle With Plastic Wrap

If you're worried about your jewelry getting tangled up (the absolute worst), try placing your necklaces in between two sheets of plastic wrap. Your jewelry won't move an inch.

 

Ranger Roll Your Clothes Instead of Folding Them

To save space and prevent wrinkles, roll all of your clothes. Don't underestimate the power of the roll.

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Store Small Jewelry in the Right Container

If you hate losing jewelry when traveling, use an old lip balm container to store your smaller pieces, and use a piece of fabric or lace to attach your earrings. Bless whoever came up with this.

 

Water-Proof Your Stuff With a Garbage Bag

If you're traveling in bad weather, lay down a garbage bag in your suitcase before packing. If it rains, your suitcase may get wet, but your clothes won't.

 

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Use Plastic Wrap to Spill-Proof Lids

If you're worried about your liquid products spilling out and ruining everything in your suitcase, grab some plastic wrap! Cut up small squares, place them under the cap of each of your product bottles and then screw the cap back on! Ta-da! If your liquids spill, at least you've got an extra layer of protection.

 

Upcycle Pill Bottles for Storage

Carry cotton swabs in a old pill jar and keep them extra organized.

 

Create a Makeshift Bag Lock With a Paperclip

If you're checking your bag at the airport and are worried about your suitcase getting unzipped, simply use a paper clip as a lock! Just thread it through both zippers and you're good to go.

 

Use Old Mint Containers for Storage

Tired of losing your hair accessories every time you travel? Store your bobby pins and hair ties in old mint containers. Decorate the containers if you're feelin' really crafty.

 

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