It’s that time again! Summer means all of the travel, and you know tmm has tips, tricks, and opinions. Lucky for us, July’s project with the container store is all about packing efficiency and ease.

Packing a suitcase (especially a carry-on!) is definitely no easy feat, especially if you’re trying to travel for a longer period with minimal luggage, or if you need to access your carry-on during the flight, you definitely need things to be neat, organized, and accessible.

CALPAK packing cubes

Packing cubes are an essential element of any organized suitcase. You can sort by category (bottoms, tops, underwear, accessories, sweaters), or by day/outfit type. Rolling full outfits together and organizing packing cubes by daytime + evening outfits can be a really great timesaver, especially if you’re traveling with kids! Kids can go through so many outfits, whether you're at home or on vacation, so having things preplanned and set aside can be a major stress saver. Packing cubes also provide a bit of compression to help you maximize the space in your suitcase.

If you’re looking to be an extra space-saver, then the compression cubes are for you! They zip just like the regular packing cubes but have an additional compression zipper that allows you to reduce the size of the cube by up to 2.5 inches, which is a total life saver if you’re trying to squeeze those last couple items into your carry-on.

RAINS wash bag small

An essential packing item is a toiletry bag. There are all kinds of things on the market from large and bulky hanging toiletry bags to classic makeup bag styles. This little toiletry bag meets all of our packing criteria. It’s small, slim, and aesthetically minimal, but its greatest feature is that it’s waterproof! Bring it with you to the beach, the pool, in the shower, wherever your heart desires.

Thule Subterra power shuttle mini

In today’s day and age tech is a huge part of travel. We’ve got computers, phones, AirPods, corded headphones, and all the chargers. Cords and chargers are a classic for turning into a giant tangled mess and causing hours of frustration, or worse, getting lost in the great beyond that is our suitcase.

The thule subterra is a game changer for tech organization. It’s compact with a padded exterior layer for added protection and could easily fit into your personal item or in between packing cubes in your suitcase.. It has pockets, zippers, and elastics to keep all of your items neatly tucked away where they’ll be easy to locate to use. Never be caught in rummaging through your bag trying to find your charger before your phone dies again.

the home edit pill organizer

A pesky element of travel that is often forgotten - what do we do with all of our medications and supplements? At home it’s easy to go choose your own adventure style when it comes to storage and organization because you have more options. When on the go, there needs to be a more streamlined solution. That’s where this handy organizer comes in! It has 14 storage compartments, perfect for a week of morning/afternoon doses, or for up to 2 weeks of once daily doses. It’s clear, with flexible hinges and a completely removable lid for easy access and cleaning.