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What’s In My Bag

I think one of the most fun and interesting posts I see bloggers do is the What’s In My Bag post. Maybe it’s me being nosey and curious, or maybe it’s wanting to know another lady’s favorite lipstick or reading material. I’m not sure. But one thing’s for sure, I carry EVERYTHING in my bag. Since my commute is 3 hours long round trip, my bag is pretty much an extension of my home. I need all the essentials on hand in case any unexpected emergencies arise. It’s filled with everything I might need, but I try to clean it out once a month or it starts to overflow so badly it can’t be closed. Today happened to be a let’s clean the bag day, so I decided to share my bare necessities with you. And boys, if you are reading this, any of these items will rock your girl’s Christmas morning, so read on!

What's In My Bag

I usually switch my bag out about once every few months. I really love my oversized Louis Vuitton, but today I’ve switched to my Madewell Transport Rucksack. The leather is buttery soft, and I like its outer pocket for carrying items I need to keep handy.

So, as you can see, I’m a bag inside of a bag girl. I love to organize smaller items in clutches. Since I carry oversized bags, I tend to lose things into the bottom of the abyss unless I wrangle them in something smaller. I also like to keep a clutch in case I’m going out for drinks after work for convenience. I hate trying to make my way through a crowd, bonking into others, and constantly saying excuse me because of a purse.

So let’s get started, shall we? What exactly is in my bag?

1. TOTeM Salvage Vintage Serape Clutch. I found this on our last trip to Pai’a Hawaii and fell in love with it. It’s completely unique, and I’ve never seen another quite like it. Its big bold colors caught my eye.

2. Draw Your Tomorrow Planner from Poketo. I can’t live without my planner and my favorites have come from Poketo only to be rivaled with The Day Designer. I had that particular planner last year but chose to switch because The Day Designer is a bit too bulky to lug around every day.

3. iPhone Plus. Can’t live without it. It keeps me organized, up-to-date, on time, and entertained. Enough said.

4. Mighty Leaf Chamomile Citrus Tea. I dropped coffee out of my morning routine, but I still like to have something warm in the early hours. I first tried this tea while enjoying a manicure. I immediately had to have a box of my own.

5. Vintage Style Motel Keychain. I love this “Rebel Racers” motel-style keychain. Mainly for its retro awesomeness, but also so I can find my office keys without dumping everything out. More often than not, I just toss them in my bag, so having them on a larger tag like this helps locate them in a pinch.

6. Bluelounge for Target Kii iPhone Charger. The Kii is a compact portable charger that fits on your keychain. The ultimate in convenience. I use this puppy on a daily basis.

7. J.Crew catalog. Today it’s just one catalog, but as the days go by these add up. You can usually add in Better Homes and Garden, HGTV Magazine, Darling Magazine, Anthology, Lucky Peach, and Sweet Paul by the end of the month.

8. Sunnies. I’m in love with these classic aviators by Oliver Peoples. I’ve had them for years and don’t see myself trading them in anytime soon. They’re laid back and have a cool 70s vibe.

What's In My Bag

9. NARS Lipgloss. Since I tend to focus makeup more on my eyes, I’m not into having a lot of color on my lips. This shade by NARS gives me the bit of color that I look for without overwhelming my face.

10. Louis Vuitton Zippy Wallet. This is quite possibly the most versatile wallet I’ve ever owned. The Boy bought this a few years back on another Hawaii trip. We traveled there for our 5 year wedding anniversary. What a surprise when we walked by the store and he said, “Well, let’s go in!” Yahtzee! It has plenty of room for money, cards, and coins and has a handy all-around zipper. I will carry this bad boy with me until it falls apart. I absolutely adore it!

11. K.slademade Clutch. This is my let’s go out and have drinks after work clutch. Buttery leather. Cute polka dots. Wearable in black or brown. Monogrammed and totally cute!

12. Rosebud Salve. One of two must-have lip balms. It’s also great for minor burns and dry knees and elbows. Who knew!

13. Train Pass. Can’t live without it.

14. Doublemint Gum. My girl louloumint sends me this gum when I order something from her Etsy shop. She’s so awesome and she keeps my breath minty fresh. I love her for that!

15. Colgate Wisp. A tiny disposable toothbrush. Love it.

16. Butter – Handbag Holiday. I first tried this cuticle oil at The Ritz in Maui. Each time I use it, its coconut and pineapple scent transports me back to one of my favorite Hawaiian vacations. It’s one of the best moisturizers I’ve ever used, but one word of caution. Do NOT apply it to your feet while wearing flip flops. Especially if you are running over the Madison Street bridge trying to catch your train. You will fall, and you will look silly.

17. Tom Ford Blush Nude lipstick. So I really hate to admit this, but Kim Kardashian got me to wear nude lip colors, and I love her for that. This one by Tom Ford is creamy and doesn’t dry out.

18. Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment. It’s super hydrating and nothing, not even the Rosebud Salve beats this lip balm. It’s kinda pricey but completely worth it!

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Last Updated on December 2, 2022 by Kyla Herbes

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Kyla Herbes is an interior designer and home decor content creator based in Chicago, IL. She shares daily doses of home decor, corners of her home, interior styling tips, and will inspire you to do it yourself. House Of Hipsters has been featured in Architectural Digest, Apartment Therapy, House Beautiful, HGTV, The Huffington Post, Refinery29, Rue Magazine, and Style Me Pretty Living. Kyla has also made appearances on BravoTV and WGN TV and was named a Better Homes and Gardens Style Maker 3 years in a row.

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    Anna
    November 24, 2014

    I love a post like this… I’m always in the market for a new pouch so I’ll be saving my bills for one of those vintage clutches! Thanks for the peak into your bag!

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    Nicki
    November 26, 2014

    Oh, so fun! I usually just skim by these type of posts, but for some reason I sat down and read this whole post, and now I am hooked. OK, what is in EVERYONE’S bag? I must see in all the bags!! I have to write a post like this. Thanks for sharing!

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    Laurie
    November 27, 2014

    Oh! Love love love purses, bags, packs, etc. Love to discuss them too! Thanks for sharing, great suggestions, always love your classy photos! My purse is a JuJuBe diaper bag right now, I love it and may use it even after it’s done being a diaper bag! My fav thing in my bag is my Coach clutch/purse/wallet. It’s wallet size but has a strap that makes it look like a tiny purse. I just grab it if I only need my wallet real quick, and hook it on my arm while I’m carrying my items. Got it cheap too at a Coach outlet store. I have reined in my purse buying since having children, but still really appreciate a good bag. You gave me my favorite purse (rainbow colored with a pink top clasp:) when we were little for my birthday, so I think you got me started on my purse obsession:) And now here we are, still talking about bags:)!

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      Laurie
      November 29, 2014

      I TOTALLY REMEMBER THAT PURSE! It was awesome and I wanted it soooo badly! Man I miss hanging out at your old house. It was soooo cool. And the woods out back kinda freaked me out yet the amazed me as how they were all in perfect alignment. I was afraid there was a bear back there. And your brother use to listen to Genesis and sometimes we’d sneak into his room and look at his stuff. HAHAHA! My purse was a diaper bag for the longest time. And on weekends, sometimes it still is =) I love that we have reconnected thru this blog. So cool!

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    Tyler
    November 29, 2014

    Oh. My. Gosh. You are putting me and rest of us to shame, haha! You’ve inspired me to get my act, er purse together 🙂 Now I want to see the inside of everyone’s purse!

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