What the British fashion designer always takes with her on holiday…
26 November 2020
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Want to know what British fashion designer Amanda Wakeley packs when travelling and which essentials she takes on a flight? We asked the founder of the namesake fashion label, distinguished by its clean lines, restrained glamour and sports-luxe appeal, for her ultimate must-haves – from echinacea tincture to Guatemalan dark chocolate.
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CC cream
Erborian CC cream, from £18
‘There’s no need for bulky foundation and sunscreen with this tube of high-definition radiance face cream with SPF 25. It’s a brilliant quick fix and all-in-one for your face.’
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Dark chocolate
Sunday in Scotland Guatemalan dark chocolate, from £5
‘I am a complete chocoholic and don’t go anywhere without a bar or two of dark chocolate tucked in my bag. I have recently discovered this beautiful brand – if only I could stick to the daily recommended dose…’
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Wireless headphones
Bose wireless headphones, £249.95
‘These really are the best for shutting out the world and immersing yourself in music, an audio book or meditation with flawless sound quality.’
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Cross-body bag
Amanda Wakeley crossbody bag, £280
‘I designed this piece with travel and versatility in mind. The front pocket is perfect for your passport and is removable, so it transforms into a clutch or mini shoulder bag – just change the strap – when you arrive at your destination.’
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Ceramide capsules
Beauty Pie Super Active Face Capsules, £50
‘Total genius, just like the brand’s founder Marcia Kilgore. These tiny capsules are wondrous for those who travel with hand luggage only – you don’t even need to pack the container. Not to mention they are awesome on your skin.’
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Echinacea tincture
Viridian 100% Organic Echinacea Tincture, from £9.80
‘Even pre-Covid, I never went anywhere without this immune-booster to ward off as many nasties as possible.’
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Lightweight scarf
Amanda Wakeley lightweight cashmere blanket-size scarves, £295
‘My original travel luxury – a mood boost of colour and a cocooning swaddle of softness (not to mention a touch of humour if I take a Zodiac scarf to remind me of the characteristics of a star sign).’
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Notepad
Moleskin pocket-sized hard notebook, £14
‘There is nothing better for jotting down thoughts on your travels… and the Virgo in me is a compulsive list maker.’
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Smart carry-on
Louis Vuitton wheelie bag, from £1,860
‘It’s a cliché, I know, but I started investing in Vuitton luggage in my early 20s and still have those pieces today. Although I no longer use the hard cases, they sit stacked up in my wardrobe as mementos of many happy miles travelled together.’
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Kimono cardigan
Amanda Wakeley camel cashmere kimono cardigan, £995
‘A hug of soft cashmere for the plane, a gorgeous robe in your hotel instead of the bulky ones often provided, and a lightweight coat to throw on over a T-shirt and jeans. For me, this cashmere kimono cardigan is a little bit of heaven.’
