Purses are our best accessory, don’t you agree ladies? It
completes our whole look. Regardless of the size, or the style of handbag – be
it hobos, totes, satchels, whatever you want to call it, we gotta admit, we cannot go anywhere without it. Just let it coordinate with your outfit, then voila! It seems simple enough, no? Sorry to
burst your bubble if this is how you think, but it’s not that simple. The most
challenging & time consuming part is choosing what to pack wherein it
includes all your basic necessities without causing it to overflow. We all
think that we are good at this but in reality; most women either carry their entire
house with them or pack less than necessary. So, in this article I will be enlisting
some of the most essential things to bring. When it comes to purse packing,
it’s important to consider where you’re going, how long you’re going to be, and
the accessibility of your destination.
The items on this list will vary on the occasion and the
size of your purse of course. If you’re
one of the lucky ones you may have a purse that looks small but has lots of
space/compartments inside. If not, well you got to work with what you have
right? Unless you’re filthy rich that you can purchase any bag you want anytime
you want then this doesn’t apply to you (we’re incredibly jealous of you by the
way). If you’re the latter, you can always use a small pencil or makeup bag to
put some of your more personal or small stuff in. This way, it’s easily
accessible and mess-free especially if you choose to bring some makeup (this
happened to me & believe me you’d rather not clean up spilled liquid liner
in your bag.. fun times). Anywho, I always say, it’s better to bring
more then less! Always be prepared. I cannot stress this enough. The last
thing you want to do is make unnecessary expenses on things that you already have.
Without further ado, let's talk about the definite must – brings:
1
* * Gum/mints
No matter where you are, it’s important to
have minty, fresh smelling breath especially if you were adventurous with food
that day. Unless you’re one of the rare ones that carry a toothbrush &
toothpaste wherever you go, you don’t want to risk it! You could be in a job
interview or meeting the love of your life for the first time and as we all
know first impression is important (or first smell in this case). Furthermore,
it not only makes you feel good & fresh but other people will notice it to,
or smell rather, which will in turn make them feel comfortable with you.
2
* * Lotion
Be kind to your hands. With winter coming
up, keep your hands soft. We all know this season is especially brutal on our
skin. Don’t let it win. Dry hands = problems (you can hurt easily, too!), not
to mention that it’s unattractive and ages your hands quickly. Just like you
moisturize your face, don’t forget your hands too.
3
* * Tampon/Pad
As much prepared as we think we are when it comes to our monthly visits
(and yes we are OCD when it comes to these things), Mother Nature do tend to
surprise us at times. Sometimes it comes when we least expect it. Be prepared. You do NOT want to look like you got shot in what your mama
gave ya. Must this really be explained?
4
* * Wallet
This is self-explanatory. You don’t want to
seem like a loser and ask people for change (if you take transit or for parking).
Or suck up your self-reliant, independent attitude & forcibly turn your
charm on so someone will buy you lunch/dinner (unless this is your style,
nothing against that). But I’m just warning you that the odds might not be in
your favor on this one. Also don’t forget your Driver’s license/id as well.
5* Cell phone
In this day & age, no one forgets their
cell phone, right? It’s the first thing we check in the morning, every 5 min of
everyday and last thing we see before we sleep at night (If you do this, good
luck to you). However, if you’re one of the few who begs to differ (there’s
some hope in humanity after all), cell phones are indeed very useful tools (if
used wisely, and no wisely does not include playing candy crush or stalking
your crush on social media). For one thing, in case of emergency, 911 is one
call away & it keeps creeps away as well. In addition, you
could even go as far as use it to sabotage your boring – as - fuck date. Tip: Text your friend to call you
during a bad date & when she does, pretend there’s an emergency that needs
your physical & mental attention asap! There, you got rid of your date
without it seeming obvious. Thank me later.
6* Phone Charger
If you have one of those phones that
quickly drain your battery life or you’re completely obsessed with your phone,
bring a charger with you! You might not be able to use it at a time when you
actually need it. This happens more than we’d like to admit, doesn’t it?
7* Chapstick
Just like the hands, be kind to your lips.
Dry, chapped lips feels & looks awkward. Not only that but dryness of lips
will cause it to crack & bleed as well. You’re not going for that look like
you just got punched in the mouth, are you?
8* Sanitizer
Keep the germs at bay. Keep hands clean,
and sticky-free.
9* Napkins
Who knows, the washroom you’re in might’ve
run out of tissues & paper towels. This does happen. We all know tissues
are a must after we do our business! This also comes in handy for spilled
drinks & food and also sticky messes in your bag.
1* Band-aids
It's one of those nights where you've had too much to drink &
showed your wild side which included you tripping in your stilettos and LBD which
then led you to fall flat on your face. Inevitably as a result, you get an open
wound. Keep that closed up girl! Nobody likes to see blood trickling down your
body parts.
* House Keys
Last thing you want is to get locked out of
your house after a night out & you cannot call a locksmith since everything
is closed for business. But then again, there’s that option where you can sleep
over at a (cute) neighbor’s house ;)
1* Tide pen
Mess-free is stress-free. This will come very
handy when you’re going to a job interview or a date and those unexpected
stains & messes occur. It does work!
These Items are Optional
Depending on the individual’s Preferences/Life Situation:
1
* * Perfume/cologne
If you‘re the type that likes to wear
perfume/cologne, and you’re at a non fragrance-free place, go ahead give
yourself a good spray. This can be beneficial when you’re on a date; at
a club and you’re sweating like a pig because you kill the dance floor every
time; or you just came from a place that just plain STANK. It’s sexy when used
moderately but don’t overdo it, nobody likes to suffocate in your artificial
scent. Note: Perfume is not an alternative for showering. Please do all of us a
favor and shower. Good hygiene lasts and most importantly, be
kind to other people’s nose.
2* Some
makeup, mirror, blotting sheets
Good to bring when you’re going to have a
long day. Bring a compact mirror & some makeup products (that you can put
in your pencil/small bag) for those quick touch-ups. But please do NOT bring
your entire makeup collection. You think you’ll need it but you
will NOT have time to put on all the shit you brought. Only bring the
necessities i.e., blush, loose powder, lipstick, mascara. Remember the keyword
is “retouch”. You already put on
your makeup, no need to add another layer or else you will look like a clown.
And oh! Do not forget your blotting sheets especially if you have oily skin
otherwise you’re going to look like a ball of grease.
3* Pen & paper
For those awesome people who still prefer
to write (just about anything – random info, planner, etc.) instead of punching
letters on their smartphones.
4* Mace/pepper spray
We are beautiful creatures & as much as
we hate it, don’t be surprised if once in a while we do encounter creeps &
sometimes even stalkers! Don’t risk your safety. If you feel unsafe or if someone
is making advances towards you, and if all else fails, tsh tshh tshhhhh, pepper
spray that shit out of them, run and call the police! Hope it doesn’t get
to this though.
5* Medications
Don’t jeopardize your health. If you’re on
prescription pills, take those at the recommended times, no exception!
No matter what you decide to bring, bottom line is to consider comfort, convenience and accessibility. The items on this list just serve as a guide. Ultimately, the final decision will be up to you.
You’re the one who will carry that purse, not other people (except your
boyfriend of course ha ha) so pack whatever you feel comfortable bringing.
Regardless of where you’re going, good luck and stay safe. Remember that the
best accessory is no not the purse, but your smile and personality! Keep
smiling and be confident (even if you’re clueless & nervous as hell).
One more thing, don’t forget to clean your purse often. This
is a place where germs & bacteria can accumulate. It is NOT a trash bin so
don’t put your junk & old receipts in there. Clean your purse with a wet
sanitized wipe inside and out and it’ll be good as new! And for it to smell
good, you can leave a pack of gum in there (I use Take 5 - "rain") and every time
you zip it open, a wave of fresh minty scent will greet you.
You’re welcome.
No comments:
Post a Comment