I Travel a Lot for Work—These Are the Useful Items I Always Pack

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Janessa Leoné

"I think an oversize button-down shirt is the most versatile piece in any wardrobe. It can be used as a bathing suit cover-up or worn with a suit. I usually travel with several variations of men's shirts."

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Janessa Leoné

"I love the ease of a classic ballcap. It's the hat that I wear most on the flight itself. It makes me feel a little less exposed and perfectly creates an effortless look while traveling." 

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Janessa Leoné

"It's pretty rare if you see me in something different than a blazer and jeans. I love the relaxed ease of a blazer. The clean tailoring of a blazer keeps an outfit elevated while being such a simple thing to throw on."

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Janessa Leoné

"I usually only travel with three shoes: black boots, running shoes, and sandals. Between black boots and an elevated sandal, all occasions are covered."

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Janessa Leoné

"I spend a lot of time on airplanes, and I bring this blanket scarf on mostly every trip. It makes flights more comfortable and transforms hotel rooms into a home environment."

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Janessa Leoné

"I'm a minimalist when it comes to makeup. I rarely wear any makeup at all, but I always travel with this easy-to-apply red lip. My go-to look for an event is a clean face and a red lip."

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Janessa Leoné

"A classic black boot is an essential part of my wardrobe. I only pack essentials when I travel and usually only carry on a suitcase, so shoe space is limited. A black boot can be worn day and night, leaving room in the suitcase for clothes."

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Janessa Leoné

"I am very careful about sun protection for my face, which forces me to travel with a sun hat on almost every trip. I always bring a hat carrier with me to hook onto my purse, which creates a hands-free traveling experience."