10 Must-Have Items in My Bag

Do you remember the craze of "What's In My Bag" blog posts from 2016-2017?

10 Must-Have Items in My Bag

Ah, the nostalgia! Those were the days when we all couldn't wait to peek inside each other's bags and see what essentials we carried around. I did a couple of those posts back then (I even did a pandemic version!), and I have to say, they were just so much fun to write! 

Well, I'm bringing it back, kinda! Let's dive right in and see the 10 must-have items I carry with me everywhere. Trust me, I've got everything but the kitchen sink in there!

1. My phone and my business phone. Can't leave the house without my lifelines to the digital world.

2. A compact mirror. Just in case I need to see what's up with my makeup. There's no worse feeling than realizing halfway through the day that your eyeliner has gone rogue.

3. A whole lotta lip products...
  • I have the Peripera Ink Velvet in 17 Rosy Nude, Dazzle Me Lip Mouse in Body Talk, and barenbliss Lip Velvet in 08 Choco Sense – my current favorite combo!
  • This plumping lip oil is SO GOOD?!
  • My favorite lip gloss too because one can never have too many lippies, right? 

4. Cat treats. I always have cat treats in my bag. Whether it's for my furry baby or a stray I meet, I'm always prepared to spread some kitty love.

5. Pack of tissues. My eyes tend to get pretty watery in daylight. These tissues are my savior for those unexpected tearful moments.

6. My feel-better kit. Aromatherapy roll-on, painkillers, and Yu Yee oil. Because ya girl is either battling a headache or a tummy ache – there's no in-between.

7. Wallet. Duh! For all the obvious reasons – ID, cards, cash, and a few surprise receipts.

8. Band-aids. For those unexpected cuts or scrapes that life throws at you. Plus, they come in handy when someone else is in need too.

9. Eye drops. My eyes have a habit of drying out, whether I'm wearing contacts or not. A few drops of the Rohto eye drops, and I'm good to go again!

10. A good ol' Sharpie. I frequently hit the post office to send out packages for Sisters & Brushes, so a Sharpie is a must-have for all that labeling.

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What are the must-have items in your bag?

16 comments

  1. I love that you keep cat treats in your bag for any kitty you come across, that's so thoughtful! The majority of these items are in my bag also! Especially my phone, keys and lip balm! x

    Lucy Mary

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    1. Thanks Lucy! It's always nice to be prepared for any feline friends I meet xx

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  2. I always have hand sanitizer, hair tie, tissues, lip balm, a mini hand cream, my phone, card holder & keys. Oh, and a mirror but I'm on the hunt for a mini hairbrush! x

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    1. Sounds like you've got everything covered! Good luck finding that mini hairbrush!

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  3. Love this list! It's so practical and relatable. Especially the cat treats and feel-better kit. Thanks for sharing your must-haves!
    Doris/ Pure Life Gem

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    1. Glad you loved it! Those cat treats are a must and the feel-better kit has saved me so many times!

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  4. I love that you have cat treats in your bag! I have several lip products in mine too!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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    1. Thank you! You never know when you'll run into a cat! Lip products are a must-have; can't go wrong with being prepared!

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  5. Ah yes blogging nostalgia! I was just thinking of that today when I first started and the feeling of excitement and the experiences I was having. The lippies look so good and love that you keep cat treats in your bag I should do this!

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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    1. The good old days of blogging! It really was such an exciting time. I'm glad the lippies caught your eye—they're some of my faves. And yes, keeping cat treats in my bag is a game-changer for me! Lots of kitties appreciate it :)

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  6. omg, I love that you carry around cat treats! That is so cute, I occasionally have some dog treats in my pocket from when I walk my dog in the morning, but I would have never thought to have them in my bag! I love a good what's in my bag post, gives me 2016 youtube/blog vibes. You may have influenced me to do my own! What a fun post xx

    Melina | www.melinaelisa.com

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    1. Aw, thank you so much! It's honestly just a habit from having my fur baby with me everywhere. Dog treats in your pocket sound super handy tho! And girl, you should totally do a what's in my bag post, it's such a throwback to those 2016 vibes!

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  7. Great post, Lenne! I love how practical and stylish your must-have items are. Your list has inspired me to rethink what I carry in my bag! lol

    www.winterlala.com

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    1. Thank you so much Winter! I'm so happy to hear you found it inspiring hehe!

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  8. I probably have like 10 different lip products in my bag! :D

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    1. I totally get it!! I have a lip product for every mood and occasion too so you're not alone haha :D

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