What To Pack For A Work Trip – A Woman’s Essential Packing Guide

Travel packing can be stressful at times, especially when you are trying your hardest not to forget anything. Don’t worry, your about to get some help. We’ve complied a packing guide to save you some time when you get ready for your next work trip.

When packing for a business trip, your luggage pieces should include the following:

 (1) a carry-on (2) a laptop bag (3) a personal item (purse or backpack).

Note: If you choose to place your laptop in your personal item, be sure that it is sufficiently padded to avoid damaging it when you place your bag down, or when you stow it away in the overhead plane compartment.

Always ensure that you have copies of the following:

  • Passport
  • Visa (if applicable)
  • Itineraries
  • Boarding passes
  • Hotel/ transportation accommodations

Clothing

Your clothing will be dependent on your length of travel. The items below are recommended for a 3-day business trip:

  • 2 bottoms (If you will be traveling in one, you will only need to pack 1 more)
  • 3 work blouses (If you will be traveling in one, you will only need to pack 2 more)
  • 1 blazer
  • 1 casual top
  • 1 set of pajamas
  • 1 set of hotel lounge wear
  • 2 changes of underwear (per day)
  • 1 pair stockings/socks
  • 1 pairs of work shoes
  • 1 pair comfy shoes (flats, slippers, flip flops)
  • 1 set of jewelry
  • Workout clothes & shoes (optional)

Electronics

Ensure that you have your basic electronics including:

  • Laptop
  • Tablet (if applicable)
  • Earbuds/ headphones
  • All necessary chargers (phone/tablet/laptop)
  • Cell phone (of course)

Additional items may include:

  • USB flash drive
  • Journal

Toiletries

  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste (travel size)
  • Body Lotion (travel size)
  • Sunscreen (travel size)
  • 1 Bottle of body spray/body oil/perfume
  • Deodorant
  • Brush & Comb (if needed)
  • Moisturizer
  • Basic makeup (foundation, face powder, eye/lip liner, mascara, 1 lip gloss/lipstick)
  • Vitamins/medication/ pain relievers

Now you have a complete business packing guide for your upcoming trip.

Happy business travels!

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