Every month, we round up a list of travel essentials to make life (and our trips) easier. This July, we take a look at everything to help make our baggage funkier, earphones less tangled and feet comfortable.
Designer Trunks by Casa Pop
Channel the romance of Audrey Hepburn’s Roman Holiday—with a slight twist—as Casa POP launches their new line of designer trunks this summer. Combining utility and style, the spacious and hardy creations can be used both for travel and interesting home decor. Featuring charming retro-themed prints of hummingbirds, reptiles, polka dots, cheetahs and more, the contemporary kitsch collection designed by the award-winning Raseel Ansal is perfect for the trendy urban consumer who’s looking to make a statement while on vacation. Stack up the trunks at home to create a sure-shot conversation piece, or tug it along on your next getaway. Available at all Casa POP stores. From ₹24,000; casa-pop.com
Travel Essentials by Ellement Co.
Ellement Co. rolls out their delightfully hassle-free Travel Essentials collection: an exhaustive accessory kit simplifying the most stressful of packing routines. Basic items for backpackers include an adorable First-Aid pouch, the Bug Me Not insect repellant, and a spill-free mug for when you’re on the go. Cosy sweatshirts and a travel neck pillow (with an attached hoodie) add to comforts, combating those dreary long hauls. Beauty products make up a significant chunk of the package, with a Cuticle Care Kit, nourishing Roll Me On Cuticle Oil, and the Just A Min Gel Kit that promises instantly flawless, glossy nails; the Rose Water Spray is an indispensable addition to refresh your skin after a long day in the sun. Thoughtfully curated with items that every traveller has pined for at some point during their journey, Travel Essentials has set the bar high. From ₹550; ellementco.com
Handcrafted Leather Earphone Case by Headphone Zone
Leather means great durability and, style-wise, it is always leather weather. So why leave your earphones hanging? Look out for these practical cases with leather pullers and smart mesh compartments. With linings of suede and smooth metal zippers, designer Khyati Dodhia of The Black Canvas comes to the rescue and tastefully crafts a trusty leather earphone case companion. ₹699, headphonezone.in
Baby-G Athleisure by Casio
The woman of today understands the charm of combining fitness with style. With features like ‘Step Trackers’ supporting daily health activities, the Athleisure series of the Casio Baby-G watches conquer the worlds of sports and latest trends. Digital readouts display laptimes and quirky colours of the hour hand and band lines are combined with a water resistance depth of 100 metres, attracting some serious attention. Available in colours from lime green to pastel pink, these watches are here to glam up time. From ₹5,995; casio.co.in
Designer Foldable Ballerinas by Carlton Flex
Always wished for a ballerina’s flexibility? Don’t be disheartened and embrace the grace and airy bounce in your step with these durable, foldable, and easy-to-wear Carlton Flex shoes, available in shades of everyday wear—browns, blacks and whites. Made with lightweight material to relax your feet after a long day at work, these shoes combine comfort with fashion and practicality. So wear these and get ready to walk on clouds. From ₹1,595; carltonlondon.co.in.