Olivia Culpo is (literally) going places.
The jet-setting model and actress is always on the move, so it makes sense that she recently teamed up with Samsonite on a decadent, dessert-inspired travel collab.
The limited-edition line includes pieces that are “great for everyday or travel” — like the Better Than Basic Convertible Backpack, which slips easily over the handle of a rolling carry-on but also makes an excellent work bag.
“There’s a bottom compartment that’s extra insulated, so as a mom, you could put an ice pack down there, and anything perishable for your kids or a bottle,” explained the “Next Gen Chef” host, who is currently expecting her second child with husband Christian McCaffrey.
While most people dread packing for travel, Culpo loves it, telling us her top hack is to prep a list and use packing cubes so everything is easy to find within your suitcase.
As for her other travel must-haves?
“A sleep mask, chargers for all of my devices, of course, [and] a travel bag for all my skin care and makeup necessities. Plus, I always have an electrolyte of some sort, especially being pregnant.”
Added Culpo, “I use this Slip silk sleep mask and the one with the eyelash cutouts because it’s more comfortable, and it gives you a better blackout experience.”
The fashion influencer also swears by bringing scented candles along while traveling, since they remind her of home when she’s away from her family: “I’m a creature of comfort, clearly.”
While her favorite scent is Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt (which comes in a travel size), she also loves Diptyque and Le Labo candles.
“I’m such a homebody that when I travel, I really try to prioritize the things that make me feel the most comfortable and remind me of home,” Culpo said.
That also includes a travel-sized perfume; the star’s partial to Le Labo Lavande 31, and even shares it with her husband.
“[Christian] actually bought it for me — he bought it for us. Or, he bought it for himself, and I stole it,” she joked.
“I like the Le Labo scents because they’re multisex, so you can share. And they last forever.”
When it comes to clothing, Culpo prefers to pack lots of black clothing so she doesn’t have to worry about coordinating outfits — “and also, what if something spills?”
While pregnant, she’s been relying on comfy Bumpsuits paired with a cashmere cardigan or duster, like the ones from her Naadam collaboration.
“I love the challenge of packing everything you need, but not too much — just enough,” she said.
