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A good carry-on has everything you need. A great one also has the frivolous things you’ll want. However, squeezing all of the essentials for a flight into a small handheld bag is truly a skill.

To help you nail this near alchemy, we have compiled all of the small-sized items that will ensure that you travel in comfort and style. This includes a range of items that you will find as useful on your journey as you will once you have arrived.

Scroll down to take a look at some of the best carry-on essentials for your next trip.

Tom Ford Lizard Passport Cover

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Tom FordLizard-Effect Leather Passport Holder
$690
Buy at Mr Porter

Depending on where it is issued, a passport is valid for up to ten years. Protect the ultimate travel essential with this luxe, lizard effect leather cover to ensure that it remains in one piece for a decade.

Floyd 4 Wheel Cabin Case

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Floyd4-Wheel Cabin Case
$535
Buy at Browns

There's no point in even debating carry on essentials, without the carry on itself. The copper chrome shell adds a unique though no less tasteful touch to its functional properties.

Dr. Martens Slingback Mules

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Dr. MartensZebzag Suede Slingback Platform Mules
$130
Buy at Dr. Martens US

For those who like to travel comfortably but in style, enjoy these suede mules. Created by the Doctor himself, this pair provides extra comfort through its trademark bouncy sole.

Pleasures Zip Hoodie

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PleasuresOnyx Zip-Up Hoodie Faded
$152
Buy at Slam Jam IT

With its lightly distressed, faded look, Pleasures' hoodie offers the coziness of a pajama, with the design edge of a fashion piece. Win Win for your airport OOTD.

A.P.C. Tote Bag

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A.P.C.Recovery Tote
$295
Buy at ssense

What good are all these items without somewhere to store them? This A.P.C. tote has all the pockets you will need and comes in this neutral colorway that is sure not to clash with your airport 'fit.

Hunter Lab Face Fuel

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Hunter LabDaily Face Fuel
$41
Buy at Harvey Nichols

Few things are as drying for your skin as airplane ventilation, so be sure to keep your face plump and hydrated.

Bang & Olufson Beoplay H95 Headphones

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Bang & OlufsenBeoplay H95 headphones
$1015
Buy at Farfetch

Drown out the noise and enjoy an onboard audio treat through the active noise cancellation from these Bang & Olufson headphones.

New Balance Sweats

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New BalanceSport Essentials Fleece Jogger
$65
Buy at New Balance

Love 'em or hate 'em, if there was ever a time to wear 'em, it's lengthy travel days and nights; aboard trains, planes or cars, you'll wanna be as comfy as you can.

mophie Powerstation Mini Portable Charging Station

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mophiePowerstation Mini Portable Charging Station
$17
Buy at amazon

Especially needed for a long-haul flight, get up to 12 hours of additional energy with this pocket-sized charging station.

Diptyque Hand Cream

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DiptyqueDo Son Hand Cream, 45 mL
$50
Buy at ssense

The need to ensure your hands are clean, especially while traveling, does not need to be re-iterated. The more you wash and disinfect them, the more you'll need something to keep 'em soft though. This on hand – pun intended – and dry paws will be a thing of the past.

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