Summer is just around the corner and with a little luck, your holidays have been booked for a while already. With just a few days or a couple of weeks to go, the time has come to start preparing yourself. Do you have everything you need for your getaway? Are there still a few things to buy in order to be well-prepared? With our own summer plans in mind, we listed 10 accessories you might consider buying for a hassle-free styling journey.
1. A handsfree water bottle
Staying hydrated is important, especially when you’re travelling. Whether you’re abroad for business purposes or an outdoor adventure, the Dopper Insulated (€37,95) is a classy option that will keep your drink hot or cool, as preferred. The steel exterior goes with everything and if you add the matching Dopper Cord (€16,50), you will be able to stay hydrated handsfree under all circumstances.
2. Never lose your sunglasses
Buying a new pair of fancy sunglasses for our holiday and then losing them just two days later: been there, done that. Dutch brand Ateljé – which you might know from its phone cords and cases featured in Emily in Paris – have just teamed up with glasses label Ace & Tate, delivering a very aesthetically pleasing glasses cord (€32,99) which will prevent you from ‘misplacing’ those sunglasses ever again. The matching sunglasses (€125) are a treat too.
3. A day of adventure within sight
All adventure lovers will know the importance of a good pair of binoculars when you’re out in the wild and looking to spot some wildlife. The Eden HD 10×42 binoculars (€169) are a great option as they offer great views while remaining easy to pack, and reasonably priced. Whether you’re planning a safari or a trek in Scandinavia, these will be a neat travel companion.
4. The perfect cup of cold brew
While there are exceptions to the rule, many hotels don’t offer the best coffee-making stations and things get even more complicated when out and about in nature. Thanks to GRIND’s Cold Brew Bottle (€65,95), any worries about finding the right cold brew for the occasion can be cast aside. The glass bottle has an integrated filter and makes it easy to drink the perfect cup of cold brew anywhere.
5. Easy showers
Travelling with a piece of soap instead of a body wash isn’t just better for the environment, it also possibly means there’s one less bottle of liquids to worry about when packing your bags. However, as not everyone likes to use a simple bar of soap under the shower, the Handso (€40) easily turns that solid bar of soap into a huge amount of foam for easy yet sustainable showers.
6. Just in case it rains
You might not think of rain while packing for a Summer getaway but even the sunniest destinations are acquainted with a literal rain shower every now and then. The classic K-Way Le Vrai 4.0 (€140) is the perfect travel companion thanks to its very packable size and its unisex fit is great, as it allows you to easily share the jacket with just about anyone. The many funky colours to choose from are an added upside.
7. Fuss-free wireless earbuds
Whether it is on a plane or at the gym, not all appliances are currently made to use wireless earbuds and this can be quite a hurdle when you’re someone who has gone wireless a long time ago. The Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 Deluxe Wireless Bluetooth Audio Transmitter turns any normal 3.5mm Audio Jack into a wireless earbud receiver and takes up virtually no space in your suitcase.
8. Chameleon backpack
A simple yet practical backpack is an accessory we could all benefit from. Whether you’re going away for a night, doing groceries, or playing tourist – the Rains Rolltop Rucksack (€110) will always come in handy. The water-proof material lends itself well to almost any occasion and the sleek design blends in seamlessly with a classy outfit.
9. The perfect travel soundtrack
Music lovers will know how difficult it can be to travel without being able to listen to their favourite tracks. Most speakers take up too much space, offer bad-quality sound, or are just not well-adjusted to the changing circumstances one might encounter while travelling. The JBL Clip 5 (€49,99) resolves all those issues – it is compact, has great battery life, and is both water and dust-proof. Thanks to the clip, it is easily attached to almost anything.
10. Riviera-worthy swims
While some hotels might have their own towels to go for a swim at the pool, some do not. And a beach day isn’t complete with the perfect towel to lounge on. If he is in need of a new beach-proof towel that will give him instant Riviera feels, La Serviette’s towels are a foolproof gift.
We like the striped version (€80) but La Serviette also just launched a collaboration with Paris’ famous Art Deco hotel and pool Molitor.
