Few endeavors rival the plight of packing a suitcase, particularly for those hyper-concerned with personal presentation. In our new series Case by Case,, we painstakingly investigate how stylish creatives pack for various locations. Sparing no detail, fashion publicist and stylist Lilly Sisto gives us a peek inside her suitcase following her recent trip to Jaipur, India.
Destination: Jaipur, India
Duration: 1 Week
Season/Climate: Warm!
Traveling By: Air
Checking A Bag? Yes
Packing Medium: “I usually only ever travel with a carry-on but knew I was going to need more space for all my purchases, so this time I brought the big Paravel checked bag and also the large Longchamp because it folds up for going there and then you can check it on the way back.”
Process: “I have recently turned into a packing cube girl, and I will never be the same. It helps me stay super organized the entire trip. I also roll everything because it creates more space and makes for a much more efficient process. Packing cubes also makes it much easier when you are staying in more than one place. We did three different hotels, so I never truly unpacked and left everything in the cubes.”
Extra Purchases: “SO MUCH. I was in block-print heaven and went crazy at every store. From pajamas to napkins to makeup pouches—you name it, I bought it. Plus, I got a gift for every person on my list.”
Laundry? “I don't, but I always pack an extra lingerie bag to put my laundry in so it's separate from all my clean clothes. And it makes it easier when I get home and throw that bag right in the wash.”
Plan Your Outfits Ahead? “I pick them out in my head but never really lay them out—always wing it on the spot!”
Case by Case Breakdown
Carry On:
“I knew that It was going to be hot, so I pulled out mostly all of my summer items. I also knew that I needed to dress more conservatively, so I brought a lot of long dresses and long skirts. I always pack for the number of days I am there and then include a couple of extra pieces just in case. I also always wear the thickest or chunkiest item on the plane to save weight and space.”
Checked Bag:
Toiletry Bag(s)
“I have gotten the packing of my toiletries down to an art! I have four separate bags.”
“My favorite are the Roller Rabbit cases because they are lined, so if anything spills, it's no big deal. I also love the liberty print cases from Bon Dep.”
Final Verdict: “I would say I wore about 85% of what I brought. I think anytime I pack a checked bag I always end up overpacking because there is a mindset that I have more room!”