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The Ultimate Packing List 2025

We’ve all been in the same position at least once; you’ve secured the dream destination, sent the group chat a flurry of food recs and local excursions, but packing? That’s still somewhere between denial and last-minute panic. The obvious answer for accessories is your favourite Pom Pom London bag (or the one you’ve been eyeing up this season), if you want to look amazing, switch up the straps for different outfits and have enough room for all of your essentials.

Whether you're a carry-on minimalist or a certified over-packer, the right everyday bag can make or break your trip. That’s where Pom Pom London steps in: classic, practical, and ready to travel as well as you do. But what kind of packer are you? Scroll through to find your travel alter ego and discover which bag (and packing list) is your perfect match.

The Over-Packer

Catchphrase: ‘Just in case.’

Bag: Original Plus

This is the type to bring three outfits for each day, even for a weekend trip. They live in fear of not having the perfect outfit for every moment. The suitcase is bursting, yet they most likely still forgot their toothbrush. When out and about, this one is also going to want a little bit of extra room in their daily bag. Presenting: the Original Plus bag. With that extra room, internal and external pockets, you’ll easily have room for your charger and power bank, all shades of lipstick, snacks and souvenirs.

The Poolside Lounger

Catchphrase: ‘Wake me up for lunch.’

Bag: Studland Stripe

Understated but sophisticated, you can take this bag anywhere. You can fit almost anything in them and the textured stripes will add a playful element to your outfit. Whether you’re running to secure a sun lounger, popping out for lunch or going shopping, you can’t go wrong. A beach towel, a book, sunscreen, your wallet and a reusable water bottle is all you need. Shop or lounge by the pool in style with this cool and classic basket bag.

The Adventure Junkie

Catchphrase: ‘Let’s rent scooters!’

Bag: Bum Bag or Barnes Belt Bag

Bouncing from a hiking adventure one day to scuba diving the next, you need a bag that can keep up with you. Hands-free and compact, but still spacious enough for the necessities, the Bum Bag is an incomparable holiday bag. Inside, you can easily fit an SPF lip balm, Card Holder, bug spray, pack of plasters, GoPro camera and even goggles. Let the fun times commence.

Sometimes, less is really more, but you can do it in style with the even more minimal Barnes Belt Bag. Made with our signature full grain leather but designed with a sporty edge, this bag is perfect for the type that needs to be ready for anything. Pop in your Card Holder, lip balm, compact, phone charger, AirPods and iPhone and head out. What more could you want?

The Content Creator

Catchphrase: ‘Just one more angle, please?’

Bag: Sutton Sling

Deceivingly spacious, these crescent shaped bags are perfect for the fashionista that has a few extras to take. A lot will comfortably sit in a Sutton Sling; a wallet, camera, any cosmetic products (that come in handy when your makeup is melting off your face in this heat), Glasses Case, phone charger (absolute necessity) and even a mini ring light so you can get the best pictures. Believe us, it’ll fit! The internal slip and zipped pockets are surprisingly roomy and will keep any lipstick or wires organised so they don’t get lost. Snap away and capture the perfect holiday photo with this equally stylish and functional bag.

The Type B

Catchphrase: ‘Work smarter, not harder.’

Bag: Kensington

The less you carry around with you, the less you can lose, right? With its built-in cardholder and leather wrist strap, your valuables aren’t going anywhere in the sleek Kensington bag. Grab your iPhone, lippy, cards, mini comb and your room key and you’re set to have a good time. You’ve got to give it to them, this type knows how to pack light. It even includes a gold chain strap so you can wear it as a clutch or switch it up without a second thought. Winning.