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What to Pack for a Chic Weekend Getaway

These artful accoutrements, perfect for sojourns near or far, pack a stylish punch

By Jill Sieracki
Luxury seaside resort with palm trees, an infinity pool, white furniture, and ocean views under a bright blue sky.
Le Toiny in St. Barths. Photo: Courtesy of Le Toiny

September is probably the most glorious month of the year to travel as the warm summer weather lingers on and the seasonal crowds begin to ebb. Now is the perfect time to book a winery tour in Napa Valley, tour the museums of London and Paris, or relax on the beach in the Caribbean. In St. Barths, where the stylesetters visit every late fall, the popular Le Toiny is preparing to reopen with a newly refreshed interior by Bee Osborn, who also crafted the chic spaces at the Cheval Blanc Isle de France. At the striking 22-suite boutique resort, reopening October 15, guests can unwind in one of two new guest villas, including Villa Nureyev which was previously the island hideaway of famed ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev. Then take in the scenic views from Le Toiny Restaurant, schedule a surf lesson at the Surf Shack, or while away the afternoon in the secluded Serenity Cottage wellness center.

Before you go, upgrade your travel attire with these luxurious accessories.

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What to Pack for a Chic Weekend Getaway

Rimowa partnered with fashion brand Chaos, helmed by style iconsu00a0Charlotte Stockdale and Katie Lyall, on a limited-edition collection that includes a painterly version of the luxury luggage makeru2019s signature Cabin suitcase.

Photograph by Courtesy of Rimowa

Travel in first-class style with this GG star and anchor cashmere silk throw from creative director Alessandro Micheleu2019s latest designs for Gucci Du00e9cor.

Photograph by Courtesy of Gucci

Whether you want to remember a delectable wine or journal about an inspiring art exhibition, Smythsonu2019s new Mara Portobello notebook (shown in the Wisteria colorway) is a fashionable place to record all your thoughts.

Photograph by Courtesy of Smythson

Traveling internationally got a stylish upgrade with this refined leather passport wallet from Mark Cross.

Photograph by Courtesy of Mark Cross

In Louis Vuittonu2019s Fall-Winter 2021 collection, artistic director Nicolas Ghesquiu00e8re debuted a spirited collaboration with Fornasetti. Among the clothing and apparel, first presented in the Louvreu2019s Michelangelo and Daru Galleries, is a gold metallic version of the brandu2019s signature Keepall Bandouliu00e8re.

Photograph by Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

Highlighting Orient Expressu2019s debut collection of travel goods, called Steam Dream, is the Au Du00e9part Lounge trunk, a debonair case packed with Trudon candles, Hennessy Paradis, and other covetable items.

Photograph by Courtesy of Orient Express

Never lose a checked bag again with the new Apple AirTag Hermu00e8s, a sumptuous leather charm that connects to the iPhoneu2019s Find My app.

Yellow and white suitcase with a unique dripping paint design and four wheels on a white background.
Green and beige patterned scarf with fringe, folded neatly, featuring a repeating design of symbols and motifs.
Purple crocodile-patterned leather notebook cover with silver clasp.
Brown and red leather wallet open, showing card slots and logo on brown section.
Gold designer handbag with classical face prints and brown leather straps.
Open luxury trunk bar displaying books, glassware, bottles, and a fold-out desk with a laptop.
Orange leather keychain with a circular silver button and stitched detailing.
Yellow and white suitcase with a unique dripping paint design and four wheels on a white background.
Green and beige patterned scarf with fringe, folded neatly, featuring a repeating design of symbols and motifs.
Purple crocodile-patterned leather notebook cover with silver clasp.
Brown and red leather wallet open, showing card slots and logo on brown section.
Gold designer handbag with classical face prints and brown leather straps.
Open luxury trunk bar displaying books, glassware, bottles, and a fold-out desk with a laptop.
Orange leather keychain with a circular silver button and stitched detailing.

 A version of this article first appeared in print in our 2021 Fall issue. Subscribe to the magazine.