Packing Light for a Weekend Trip

And Don’t Leave Home Without…

1. Super-compact sunnies: These shades fold down to palm-size.

To buy: American Eagle Outfitters plastic sunglasses, $10 each, ae.com.

2. Bandana: works as a headband, a hand towel, a hair tie, or a cover for yucky airline pillows.

3. Dental floss: also acts as an impromptu clothesline or sewing thread.

4. Duct tape: salvages broken luggage (or broken anything); removes lint; baby-proofs a hotel room.

5. Safety pins: fix missing buttons, broken zippers, and fallen hems; secure luggage zippers to deter thieves.

6. Travel mug: transports sunglasses or small delicate souvenirs; hides valuables in your hotel room.

7. Twist ties: repair broken necklaces or glasses; organize electronic cords.

8. Wet wipes: clean spilled toiletries; remove makeup and clothing stains; wipe down hotel remotes.

9. Zippered plastic bags: contain wet swimsuits or leaky liquids; can be blown up to cushion breakables.