Whether you are planning a holiday in the Maldives, a city break in Rome or a skiing trip in St Moritz, escape the January blues in style with our expert guide to what to pack for surviving a flight in style. We cannot get enough of Beoplay headphones for uninterrupted noise whatever is going on around you; plus they look super-stylish too, along with Smythson’s gold currency case for organising your money. No brand beats Susanne Kaufmann for a beauty flight kit ‒ the leg and vein spray is an absolute lifesaver.
The Global Blue edit of 12 of the most stylish products and clothes to fly with. From beauty travel packs to the most comfy cashmere trousers, not forgetting the fashion crowd’s holdall of choice, the latest collaboration between Fendi and Italian sports brand Fila, these are essentials to take on that January getaway
Fendi Mania logo-appliqué leather holdall, £3,150 at Matches Fashion
The logo trend is here to stay and Fendi and Fila’s latest collaboration is certainly one to be seen with. Gone are the days when a plain holdall would do; stand out from the airport crowd with a holdall created by two renowned Italian labels.
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Sachajuan beauty bag hair perfume collection, £65
When it comes to hair, you can’t do better than a Sachajuan hair kit. These travel-sized minis are perfect for a long weekend, when hotel toiletries don’t quite do the trick. Use the hair perfume pre-landing to freshen up instantly.
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Smythson Panama gold zip currency case, £215
If you enjoy organising your currency, then Smythson’s currency case with many pockets is for you. We have to admit the gold is rather fetching too, and the case will be easy to locate deep in your bag.
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Chinti & Parker navy Trapeze cashmere straight-leg trousers, £450
Meet the cosiest travel trousers you will ever come across. These Chinti & Parker cashmere trousers tick all the boxes for comfort, stylish design, quality finish and flattering fit.
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Veja V-12 low-top trainers, £110 at Matches Fashion
It’s all about sustainable, vegan lifestyles at the moment, and why not support this movement with Veja’s V-12 trainers that are not only seriously comfy but are also stylish too? Meghan Markle has been spotted in a pair recently, which gives you even more of a reason to invest.
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Susanne Kaufmann Flight Kit, £66
We pack this kit every trip we go on; it’s our little beauty saviour, packed with all the moisturising essentials you need to keep you hydrated on a flight. It also offers cooling leg and vein spray, deodorant and hand spray for freshening up pre-landing.
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Tumi international expandable carry-on case, £437.50 (sale price)
Of all the cabin bags we’ve tested over the years, we always come back to Tumi’s. The brand creates truly functional luggage that’s hardwearing, light and comes in an array of finishes for which the choices seem endless. We are particularly enjoying this olive green case at the moment.
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B&O Play by Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i wireless Bluetooth active noise-cancelling headphones, £349 at John Lewis
These are the headphones of all headphones. Expect the smoothest sound, and enjoy a premium listening experience with Bluetooth, up to 30 hours of playtime, and noise-cancelling for blocking out the sound of even the loudest of fellow passengers.
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Frédéric Malle Eau de Magnolia, 30ml, £85
Frédéric Malle fans rejoice, the brand has just launched its signature fragrance line in travel-friendly 30ml versions. Choose from classics such as Portrait of a Lady, Eau de Magnolia and Carnal Flower; the hard part is deciding which to select.
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Minä Perhonen travel pillow, £95, exclusive to Couverture
This Minä Perhonen pillow is made in Japan using the softest duck down for the ultimate comfort on your travels. It is available in two of Minä Perhonen’s famous prints.
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Allbirds merino wool eye mask, £35
Block out cabin light in a stylish way with this cosy merino wool eye mask from Allbirds.
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Chloé Shell sunglasses, £286 at Liberty
A pair of Chloé sunglasses always brings out our inner 1970s bohemian vibe. These pretty shell-shaped glasses will take you right through to spring/summer – and they offer a quick way to get you beach-ready.
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