With summer almost coming to an end (brace yourself!), it’s always nice to take an end-of-the-season vacation.  Whether you’re heading to a relative’s somewhere in the country, taking a Euro adventure to sharpen up your language skills (or just for the to-die-for shopping), or going to one of those trendy islands like St. Tropez, traveling fashionably is always key.

Whenever I go away, I must be organized.  I like to have one roller suitcase so I don’t get a sore neck while dragging my bag through the airport, a great fedora to hide my tired eyes if I have an early flight, or to block out the sun while bathing on the beach, two cosmetic bags (one for makeup, and one for skincare/hair products), and of course a fabulous passport case.

Most of my traveling occurred in the beginning of the season, but in about two weeks, I’m planning on visiting my grandparents in Pittsburgh, PA for a few days.  I always love going to Pittsburgh because some of my best friends and family live there, so it feels like a second home (plus, it’s a break from my usual routine).  Not to mention, the Nordstrom there is amazing. 

Below are four of my favorite traveling essentials.  Click on each image to go directly to the site of the item.