Travel Essentials for the Sustainable Couple
There will probably never be a time in your life so full of travel (at least fun travel). There’s the engagement party, the showers, the bach parties, venue scouting trips, the wedding itself, and of course, the honeymoon. If you haven’t already, make sure to register for rewards with your fave airline because you’re about to rack up a whole lotta mileage. And while we are still pretty dependent on airlines for travel (not the most eco-friendly transportation method), there are some travel-friendly changes that you can make to reduce your carbon footprint. Here are a few of our favorite travel-day essentials for the sustainable couple. Who knows, you may even find the perfect wedding favor or bridal party gift on this list too.
Photo | Steamline Luggage
If you’re reading this, then this isn’t your first rodeo. You’ve got your goto stainless steel water bottle. So we thought we’d find something a little unique to recommend and we came across this little beauty. It’s a collapsable silicon bottle that’s safe for both hot and cold bevs. So not only can you fill it up with water while you’re at the airport, but you can also top it off with your latte of choice before you take off. Then, just collapse it and throw it in your bag and you’re ready to go. Oh, and it’s dishwasher safe which is always a win in our book!
Refillable Bottle
If you’re reading this, then this isn’t your first rodeo. You’ve got your goto stainless steel water bottle. So we thought we’d find something a little unique to recommend and we came across this little beauty. It’s a collapsable silicon bottle that’s safe for both hot and cold bevs. So not only can you fill it up with water while you’re at the airport, but you can also top it off with your latte of choice before you take off. Then, just collapse it and throw it in your bag and you’re ready to go. Oh, and it’s dishwasher safe which is always a win in our book!
Photo | Amazon
We had to look this up because it was so obvious, yet so devastating to think about. Millions, literally millions of the mini shampoo and conditioner bottles at hotels get thrown away EVERY DAY. So, be part of the solution by telling the hotel that you won’t need the complementary toiletries and bring your own instead. Not only will a shampoo and conditioner bar last longer than the liquid in the bottles, it’s easier and safer to travel with. And we know you’re thinking it, but yes, they actually work and work well! You didn’t spend all that time and money gettting your hair wedding-ready to mess it up now. This shampoo and conditioner bar set by Peach is formulated to restore scalp health and deeply moisturize your locks. It restores shine without weighing your hair down, so you can still get all that volume.
Shampoo + Conditioner Bars
We had to look this up because it was so obvious, yet so devastating to think about. Millions, literally millions of the mini shampoo and conditioner bottles at hotels get thrown away EVERY DAY. So, be part of the solution by telling the hotel that you won’t need the complementary toiletries and bring your own instead. Not only will a shampoo and conditioner bar last longer than the liquid in the bottles, it’s easier and safer to travel with. And we know you’re thinking it, but yes, they actually work and work well! You didn’t spend all that time and money gettting your hair wedding-ready to mess it up now. This shampoo and conditioner bar set by Peach is formulated to restore scalp health and deeply moisturize your locks. It restores shine without weighing your hair down, so you can still get all that volume.
Photo | Grove
Yes, you totally can (and should) pack your wedding day perfume bottle with you for your wedding. We may be a little partial, but it looks so good in photos! But, for all of those other events before and after the big day may we recommend the carry-on friendly alternative to a giant bottle of perfume or a disposable mini-version, the portable perfume atomizer. There are a ton of different options out there, but this one is cute and super affordable. With these babies, you can transfer your favorite perfume to this tiny bottle that can easily fit in your TSA-approved liquids bag.
Portable Perfume Atomizer
Yes, you totally can (and should) pack your wedding day perfume bottle with you for your wedding. We may be a little partial, but it looks so good in photos! But, for all of those other events before and after the big day may we recommend the carry-on friendly alternative to a giant bottle of perfume or a disposable mini-version, the portable perfume atomizer. There are a ton of different options out there, but this one is cute and super affordable. With these babies, you can transfer your favorite perfume to this tiny bottle that can easily fit in your TSA-approved liquids bag.
Photo | Amazon
Like other typically plastic-contained hygiene products, discarded toothpaste tubes pile up in landfills too. Perfect for travel, these toothpaste tablets are dry, so they don’t take up any space in your liquids bag and you don’t have to worry about them exploding all over your clothes–WIN WIN! This is probably what most toothpastes will look like in the near future so there are new brands popping up every day. These fresh mint charcoal toothpaste tablets by Bite come in a refillable glass jar. They’ll leave your mouth feeling fresh and will even help whiten your teeth for the big day.
Toothpaste Tablets
Like other typically plastic-contained hygiene products, discarded toothpaste tubes pile up in landfills too. Perfect for travel, these toothpaste tablets are dry, so they don’t take up any space in your liquids bag and you don’t have to worry about them exploding all over your clothes–WIN WIN! This is probably what most toothpastes will look like in the near future so there are new brands popping up every day. These fresh mint charcoal toothpaste tablets by Bite come in a refillable glass jar. They’ll leave your mouth feeling fresh and will even help whiten your teeth for the big day.
Photo | Love Peace Organic
Sustainable Suitcase
A lot of couples decide to invest in suitcases right around the time of their wedding. Maybe it’s a coincidence or maybe it’s because of all of the traveling that weddings entail. Whatever the reason, there are a few sustainable (and attractive) suitcase brands on the market. We are obsessed with Roam. Firstly because they are a sustainable brand–their hard-shell suitcases are made from recycled and eco-friendly materials. And mostly because you can DESIGN YOUR OWN SUITCASE. If you’re searching for the perfect wedding gift…here it is! And it’s something they can use for years…
Sustainable Suitcase
A lot of couples decide to invest in suitcases right around the time of their wedding. Maybe it’s a coincidence or maybe it’s because of all of the traveling that weddings entail. Whatever the reason, there are a few sustainable (and attractive) suitcase brands on the market. We are obsessed with Roam. Firstly because they are a sustainable brand–their hard-shell suitcases are made from recycled and eco-friendly materials. And mostly because you can DESIGN YOUR OWN SUITCASE. If you’re searching for the perfect wedding gift…here it is! And it’s something they can use for years…
Photo | the good trade
Clothing Rental Service
You’ve got so many events surrounding your wedding (including your honeymoon) and the sustainable queen inside you knows that it’s irresponsible to wear a different ensemble to each event–or is it? If you haven’t tried it already (and you’d be surprised how many people haven’t!) you definitely need a Rent The Runway account! You can seriously fill a suitcase with new (to you) clothes, wear them and post them once with ZERO GUILT! It’s good for the planet and it will save you a ton of $$$. And while RTR is just for womenswear (at the moment) Vince.unfold has some great menswear rental options.
Clothing Rental Service
You’ve got so many events surrounding your wedding (including your honeymoon) and the sustainable queen inside you knows that it’s irresponsible to wear a different ensemble to each event–or is it? If you haven’t tried it already (and you’d be surprised how many people haven’t!) you definitely need a Rent The Runway account! You can seriously fill a suitcase with new (to you) clothes, wear them and post them once with ZERO GUILT! It’s good for the planet and it will save you a ton of $$$. And while RTR is just for womenswear (at the moment) Vince.unfold has some great menswear rental options.
Reusable Zip-Top Bags
How many ziploc bags do you use when you travel? Be honest. There’s the one for your toothbrush, then the one for your liquids, then the one in the checked bag for anything else you’re bringing that you’re scared may leak, etc. It’s safe to say that some reusable zip-top silicone bags would be a good sustainable investment.
Photo | Zip Top
Silicon Travel Containers
We know that bar shampoo and toothpaste tablets aren’t for everyone. Or maybe you have a skin/hair care regiment that you really need to stick to. Whatever the reason, there’s no judgement if you want to bring your essentials with you. But, instead of buying disposable travel sizes, we can’t reccommend transferring your bigger sizes to small reusable containers like these. Plus, they’re so cute!
Silicon Travel Containers
We know that bar shampoo and toothpaste tablets aren’t for everyone. Or maybe you have a skin/hair care regiment that you really need to stick to. Whatever the reason, there’s no judgement if you want to bring your essentials with you. But, instead of buying disposable travel sizes, we can’t reccommend transferring your bigger sizes to small reusable containers like these. Plus, they’re so cute!
Photo | Etsy
