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Telegraph
4 days ago
- Health
- Telegraph
Grandmother died of sepsis after being misdiagnosed with stomach complaint
A grandmother died of sepsis after doctors failed to recognise signs of a urinary tract obstruction, a coroner has found. Suzanne Edwards, 71, of Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, visited her GP on Nov 29 2024 with abdominal pain and vomiting but despite urgent blood and urine tests she was not sent to hospital. Later that day her symptoms worsened and she went to A&E at Milton Keynes University Hospital, Bucks. Her test results were indicative of systemic inflammation and dehydration but she was diagnosed with gastroenteritis and discharged. Her condition deteriorated further and the following day her family called NHS 111. She was directed to an urgent care centre and transferred to Bedford Hospital where clinicians identified a 7mm stone in her urinary tract and sepsis. She underwent emergency surgery but died later on the evening of Dec 1 from septic shock. 'Heart of our family' Stacey Edwards, her daughter, said: 'My mum was the heart of our family – full of warmth, compassion and humour. 'It's devastating to know that her death may have been avoided if the signs of sepsis had been recognised sooner.' Her family described her as 'an unbelievably kind and caring woman with a wicked sense of humour and fun'. She leaves behind husband Terence, two children and two granddaughters. Stacey said: 'When she visited her GP she was so unwell she used a wheelchair. 'After she was taken to A&E we were told it was likely gastroenteritis. She was given IV fluids and pain relief but she was still in pain and struggling. 'There was very little communication from doctors and when she was discharged we were simply told to come back if symptoms returned. 'At home, things got worse. But because she'd been examined by medical professionals we thought she just needed time to recover. 'The call we received later that evening asking us to come in urgently is something we'll never forget. 'Neither is watching her suffer in those final days.' Jewellery went missing Soon after her death Mrs Edwards' family realised her jewellery worth thousands of pounds – three necklaces and four bracelets – were missing. Stacey said: 'Mum never took off her jewellery. 'It is heartbreaking to think someone may have taken advantage of such a tragic situation.' Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust launched a full investigation and search at the time but the items were never found. Tom Osborne, the senior coroner for Milton Keynes, recorded a narrative verdict saying there was a failure to recognise the signs of a urinary tract obstruction, leading to missed opportunities to treat Mrs Edwards before sepsis developed.
Buzz Feed
30-01-2025
- Buzz Feed
29 Travel Items You'll Use Forever Because They Make Packing A Breeze
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Shopping · You'll be saying "easy peasy lemon squeezy" after zipping your bag shut. 1. A packing checklist so you can avoid running behind schedule as you try to remember that thing you know you're missing — but you can't *quite* put your finger on it. This full, extensive list helps you double-check that you have everything and can help avoid any CVS or Walgreens runs once you land! Amazon It has sections for how long your stay is, what the weather will be like, and any ~special~ events (to dress extra special for) that may slip your mind in the heat of packing. Promising review:"We travel frequently and have two children. As any parent knows, packing for yourself and your children can be overwhelming (especially for a trip longer than a few days). I have found this list to be a lifesaver, and I also give it as a gift for other traveling families. It is easy to plan, organize, and list out items that are easily forgotten. You can also list the quantity of each item needed. It has a variety of clothing options and space to add more. Overall, wonderful purchase and has likely saved me many forgotten items!" — I-really-bought-this Get it from Amazon for $7+ (available in three colors). 2. Silicone travel bottles to safely bring your face wash, shampoo, conditioner, and any other liquid toiletries through security without your bag getting flagged by TSA. The 3-ounce containers are not only super cute, but they're also more space-efficient and lighter. PS: It also comes with pre-printed labels and a handy, clear zipper pouch! Promising review:"Just took a trip to the Dominican Republic and used carry-on luggage only throughout the entire trip, never once was questioned about the size. The bag they are in seems thin, but it worked great to put bottles back in as well as some smaller items fit in the bag, too, like lip gloss, mascara, and such. The holes are big enough to get your product into the bottles without any complications. My fiancé and myself had plenty of shampoo, conditioner, sunblock, and lotion for seven days. Highly recommend these bottles; they are perfect for carry-ons!!" — Stephanie Miller Promising review: " I had in checked luggage, and they didn't spill or leak, are easy to fill due to the wide mouth, and are easy to dispense. Used for shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Much more convenient to fill my own bottles than search for travel sizes or use products I don't prefer!" — Suzanne Edwards Get a set of four 3-ounce bottles from Amazon for $14.99 (available in a variety of sizes and colors). 3. Or, a set of Cadence containers designed to be TSA-compliant so you can breeze through security with all of your lotions, cleansers, pills, and accessories. The labels, colors, and magnetic sides (that'll compactly hold every "capsule" together) will never make you question if you forgot to pack something again. It comes in different colors and the labels are customizable. Check it out on TikTok! Cadence is an AAPI woman-owned small business that was founded by Steph Hon as a way to eliminate single-use travel-sized plastics. The containers are made from recycled ocean-bound plastic. BuzzFeed contributor Abby Kass has these and loves them! Here's what she has to say about them:"I recently got a set of four of these, and, wow, I love them so much. I used them on a six-day trip recently, and they were perfect. I customized the label so I knew which one was my shampoo vs. conditioner and did a general label for any other things I wanted to bring along. They do hold a surprising amount. According to the brand, they hold approximately one to two weeks of skincare products, more than two weeks' worth of serum, two to three days' worth of haircare, and more than 15 tablets (for medicine and such). And while two to three days worth of haircare might not seem like enough, I found it held more than that for me, but I also don't wash my hair every single day. They were small enough to slip right into my toiletries bag and go through TSA with no problem. The container was easy to open in the shower (even with wet hands), and I had no leakage from them (like I did from my face wash bottle that will not be making the trip with me next time. SMH). These are an incredibly useful tool anyone who travels will want in their luggage." Get the daily routine capsule set from Amazon for $138 or a set of seven from Cadence for $161 (available in seven colors and with label customization). 4. A set of compression cubes with a regular zipper to close, and a second zipper to flatten and press out excess air, so you can compactly fit your million outfit changes. Plus, your bag will be less stressful to pack when returning home since it can stay neat the *entire* trip. Promising review:"Must-have traveling accessory. Best way to pack a suitcase! I'll never go back to stuffing everything in on its own. These compartments held way more than I imagined and kept me organized. I will definitely add more to my collection. Makes a great gift for frequent travelers, too!" — Lisa Get them from Amazon for $18.95+ (available in 11 sets). 5. Or, for a particularly long stint of travel, vacuum storage bags so you can majorly increase the storage space in your bag — by 80%, to be ~exact~. If your coats, sweaters, or endless clothing options need to somehow magically fit, these will help you! Former BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jasmin Sandal is a fan: " I swear by these bad boys not only for general storage purposes, but also if I know I'm going to be traveling for an extended period of time. As someone who tends to pack for every eventuality (who doesn't like to be prepared?!), I have learned that it's better to travel with them than without — especially since it's more or less a guarantee that my clothes are gonna take up a ~substantial~ amount of room in my suitcase. And if I can use something that's gonna shrink the size of my bulky hoodies and/or big tees in order for me to create more space, I'm sure as heck gonna do it. Plus, the satisfaction is indeed guaranteed because when you see those chunky layers flatten into a just *chef's kiss*." Promising review: "We needed to travel for a long trip to Japan, which included two days of skiing, and make all our clothes and gear fit in carry-on luggage. These bags were incredible. They worked well without any issues, and they were able to compress ski pants, gloves, and warm sweaters down to a nearly flat surface. Everyone in our family used at least two in their carry-on bag, and that was what allowed us to pack everything we needed. Each bag worked well repeatedly, as we opened and shut them during the trip. Highly recommend when traveling and space is an issue." — whitnch Get a six-pack from Amazon for $17.99 (available in four sizes, a variety pack, and a bundle option) 6. A digital luggage scale that'll squash *any* anxiety that your bag is too heavy so you don't have to worry about forking over some money (for that big overweight bag fee) or ripping open your suitcase in front of everyone — with this, you can avoid both! To use, just hook the scale to your luggage handle, lift up, and the LCD display will show the weight! You can also switch between pound and kilogram measurements. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly put this scale to the test while packing for a trip to Iceland — check out her demo of how it works on TikTok! Promising review:"Took this for a 10-day trip overseas with lots of flights. Weighed the luggage as things were added to it/purchased, and when we weighed in at the airport, it was perfectly accurate. Very important when the airline charges $70 more for a suitcase that is too heavy or make you open the whole thing up and take stuff out in order to fly with it. Saved so much hassle." — B. M. O'Connor Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in six colors, as well as a two-pack and another style). 7. A space-saving shoe bag that fits three pairs so you don't throw them on top of your clothes and squish them. This can hold your comfy sneakers, poolside sandals, and slip-on shoes — which is all you need! Plus, this keeps the dirty soles of your shoes separate from all of your clean clothes. You can, of course, just use the one pair of shoes you wear on the plane for the entire trip, *but* if you have a lot of different events (that are casual to fancy) — it's nice to have options! Promising review:" You can totally fit three pairs of shoes in this! (I wear a women's size 6.5 shoe, and it fits heels, wedges, and sandals.) I bought two and will absolutely be buying more for my husband. 10/10 would recommend! I travel frequently, and I always overpack; this helped cut down space and stress immensely!" — Taylor Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in nine colors and patterns). 8. A wheeled carry-on bag — it fits everything you need for a short trip, slides under your plane seat, *and* counts as a personal item *cough* Spirit *cough*. This also ~rolls~ so you can say goodbye to that duffel that hurts your shoulder while carrying it! Now you won't even have to pull your suitcase out of the overhead! Promising review: "I've always struggled with how to comfortably travel with an item that maximized packing volume while still qualifying as a personal item. This suitcase fit the bill perfectly. It is highly maneuverable, fits under the seats of all types of aircrafts, holds a tremendous amount of things (for its size), and meets airline requirements for classification as a personal item. I highly recommend this product." — William C Get it from Amazon for $99.95. 9. A small eight-compartment pill organizer to fit any and all of your pill needs in one lightweight container — meaning that you don't have to stuff six different bottles for one trip into your bag (and possibly get flagged by TSA). Promising review:"My husband and I travel a lot and take a number of prescription drugs. It was always a hassle accessing our medication when needed, so I purchased this organizer to make things easier. I used a label maker and labeled each little compartment, and it has performed wonderfully. I highly recommend this organizer to anyone who travels and needs medications throughout the day." — Jacqueline Get a three-pack from Amazon for $8.97 (available in two color packs). 10. A 2-in-1 hair tool so you don't have to pack either your curler or straightener when there's no space left in your bag — you can have both with this! Reviewers swear by it for international travel since it's dual-voltage, so no need to worry that you'll blow up your outlet overseas! Promising review:"The international traveler's BFF. Don't be fooled by the tiny price or size, this little baby is serious. If you are looking for a small travel option rather than lugging your big straightener and giant curling iron around the world, then I think you'll love this. It performs really well, turning my frizzy, wavy hair into a smooth and sleek style. The curling iron option also creates shiny, silky lasting curls! It's easy to transition between both. I also like the grippy handle and the fact that the curling iron clip is a different color than the straightening bars because that helps me see how I should be maneuvering it around. The voltage goes up to 240 so you are good using it internationally without a converter (but you will need an adapter just to fit it into various foreign outlets). At this price, definitely give it a try and flaunt your tresses abroad." — Christine Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in black or white). 11. A mattifying powder dry shampoo for a quick, easy hair touchup that's more convenient to pack than clunky bottles or large aerosol cans. If your luscious locks feel greasy or not as volumized as you want, then this ultra-fine powder can help with both! Just dab the cushiony end on your roots, shake out the product, and style — then you're done! This is also cruelty-free! Promising review: "I was looking for a dry shampoo that would be easy to use on the go for a trip I was taking. I had no issues taking this through TSA and it was so easy to use on the go. You literally just pat the poof on your scalp and then rub the powder in. I do have black hair so dry shampoo is usually very visible in my hair, but I didn't have any harder time than usual rubbing this powder in. It did a really good job of soaking up all the oil and giving my hair volume. I'm not a fan of the price for the amount that you get, but it is lasting longer than I thought it would. I would definitely recommend and will purchase again." — Teresa Get it from Amazon for $14.40 (available in six colors, two-packs, three-packs. There are also refill containers after you run out!). 12. A hanging toiletry bag that'll easily fit all of the toiletries you can't imagine fitting into just *one* zip-up pouch. This has plenty of compartments *and* has transparent windows, so you'll find everything quickly. Plus (!) it won't take up precious bathroom counter space since the built-in hook can hang off a door. Promising review:"Seriously?! Do you see how much this holds?! Full shampoo bottles, face washes, hair brush... everything I could need or want to bring, FITS IN THIS ONE BAG! And it's so cute! Feels like great quality too — all the hardware came with protective wraps to keep from scratching and the zippers feel very hardy. The hook at the top is also VERY WELL-SECURED to the bag, it's double stitched to the top panel and almost feels like seatbelt material. And I love the extra pockets and netting inside. I would absolutely recommend this!" — mahea_c Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in seven colors and two sizes). 13. A travel jewelry case if you want your necklaces untangled, rings secure, and earrings neatly organized so you don't have to worry about your fave pieces vanishing into the bottom of your bag. Amazon Promising review: "I purchased this box for a weekend getaway. In the past I have just thrown all of my jewelry into little makeup bags, but then everything gets tangled and disorganized. I love that this box keeps everything organized and leaves all my necklaces tangle free!" — Dogmom206 Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in nine colors). 14. Or a foldable jewelry organizer designed to fit even more jewelry if you love to be dripped down in bling during vacay. Your rings, earrings, bracelets, and necklaces will stay in good condition, plus you won't have to waste time detangling them either. It's super light and barely takes up space! Promising review:"Best jewelry travel pouch ever. Plenty of room for all my travel jewelry needs. Half the size of previous pouches I have tried and holds more than any of them." — T Rex Mom Get it from Amazon for $13.59+ (available in two sizes and 10 colors). 15. A Stojo collapsible travel cup so you know you always have a cup on you for caffeine or hydration — without it taking up a bunch of space (it folds into the size of a puck!). This is good for hot *and* iced drinks and has a straw built in. It's also microwave-safe! Plus, the 12-ounce size does not include a straw, but both the 16-ounce and 24-ounce sizes do. Stojo is a small biz founded by three New York dads who wanted a better way to get their convenient coffee fix without all the waste. Now they make stylish collapsible essentials in a variety of sizes and colors, including bottles and food storage containers. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Danielle Healy has this and loves it. She writes: "This is of the first zero-waste swaps I made and I've never looked back. If you buy to-go coffee – whether you're jet-setting or just grabbing a mid-day pick-me-up — this cup is a must-have. So long as you remember to bring it, it's all the convenience of to-go coffee with none of the waste. It's leakproof and, when you're all done, it collapses down teeny tiny and can be tossed back in your bag. Oh! And it comes with a straw, so all you iced coffee lovers can get in on the action, too." Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four sizes, 28 colors, and with or without a straw). 16. A charger organizer that's much better than just throwing them all in your personal item and calling it a day (which is me, I fear). You can neatly organize all of your cords *and* slip in any other small travel or tech gadgets into the zip-up pocket. Mister Crafter is a small business that creates handmade, personalizable travel products, wallets, and accessories made from 100% top-quality genuine cowhide leather. Promising review:"I bought this for my husband before a trip and he loved it! The quality and durability were obvious the moment I took it out of the box. Definitely recommend this company and product." — Maureen Murphy-Weiss Get it from Mister Crafter on Etsy for $31.84+ (originally $79.60+; available in two sizes and two colors; personalization also available). 17. A comfy Trtl neck pillow — the ergonomic design gives you the support you're looking for while sleeping upright without the hassle of packing or carrying around a big neck pillow. It's slimmer and more compact, which is perfect if you already over-stuffed your personal item! Amazon It also easily attaches to backpacks and luggage handles, weighs less than half a pound, and is machine washable! Promising review: " This is by far the best travel pillow I've ever used and this is my second one since I accidentally left my old one on the plane! I've travelled all over the world and this is the best and most comfortable support out there. It does get a little warm but usually the long flights are chilly so it's kind of nice. Buy one - you'll love it!" — SWB Get it from Amazon for $64.99+ (available in five colors). 18. A refillable travel perfume atomizer so your fave scents can come on the trip with you without lugging around a huge bottle. Just pour your perfume into this secure (non-leaking) spritzer with the included funnel and you're set. Amazon Promising review: "These are an amazing invention. I needed to pack my cologne for a trip to Punta Cana and these were perfect! It holds a lot more than you think and it has the perfect spray!" — Jonathan Tomenendal Get a three-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 11 color schemes and a 7-piece set). 19. A 40-count set of laundry soap sheets so you can pack less and save some room by outfit repeating — without sacrificing hygiene! Just add these to your sink with some water and get to cleaning. Amazon Promising review: "Bought for when we travel. Easy to pack, easy to use, and don't have to worry about liquid leaking. They dissolve in seconds and leave the clothes clean and fresh. Very pleased. And can cut to size for hand washing 2 or 3 items." — SH Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in four sizes and eight scents). 20. A bungee cord — now you can pack your carry-on with as much heavy stuff as you like, because no matter the weight, this can safely hold it on your roller bag without any worries it'll plop onto the ground. Even as you walk (or run) to your gate, your duffel, handbags, and coats will be all set for take-off. Promising review:"Don't know how I traveled without this piece of basic equipment, but it is a third hand and arm when you need it most. Easy to put into action, easy to put away when you are finished. For instance...I need a heavy coat outside the airport or conference center, but inside, it is a pain in the neck to carry and store while seated. I fold that big garment in half and attach it to my roll-around with this bungee, and the coat stays out of the way, stays clean, and is accessible. If you are tired of dealing with excess stuff while traveling, or you are in school/work and need to carry a coat around or a project around all day, then this is the go-to solution. What are you waiting for... put this in your cart!" — Patrick Molina Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two colors). 21. Or a convenient luggage strap so you won't be overwhelmed with the amount of stuff you have to carry — just attach it to the handle of your bag so you have an extra hand that doesn't get sore from lugging around another thing. It'll securely hang off the back as you stroll through the airport! Amazon Promising review:"Saw this in an article about travel items and decided to get it for a trip overseas. So glad I did — the forecast said rain so I packed my rain jacket only to find hot sunny skies. Rather than tie this around my waist and have it fall or get in the way, I wadded it up and used this strap to attach it to my bag. The strap is adjustable so you can get a tight fit. Carried my coat for me. Would also work to attach a bag to a suitcase, water bottle to a purse, etc. So many uses, just get it and try it out. Really helpful and handy little travel item." — David Shaughnessy Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in six colors and in sets of two). 22. An international travel adapter that covers you in Europe, Asia, and Australia, so you don't need to buy a bunch of different adapters for your trip. This can charge up to four devices at once, making this ideal for traveling light — all you'll need to bring are the cords. Ceptics is a small business that specializes in tech products for international travel. Promising review:"LOVE this adapter! I travel from time to time internationally and have always used just the 'standard' adapters found in airports. Exceeded my expectations of what it was capable of. Used on a recent trip to Germany, and it handled everything needed — laptop, cell phone (USB ports are so very welcome), alarm clock, dryer, etc. Did not miss a beat on the power provided. Thank you for making such a great, dependable product!" — Monkey Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in dozens of other styles depending on the countries you're heading for!). 23. Solgaard's brilliant Carry-On Closet with a six-tier pop-out shelving system that can compress and organize all of your daily 'fits — *and* you don't have to unpack from your suitcase because it really does double as a closet! The price is steep, but the carry-on feature pays for itself if you stop checking a bag altogether. Solgaard Its lining is made with plastic from coastal communities that otherwise could have ended up in the ocean! The smaller size is accepted as a carry-on by all international airlines, including European budget ones, while the larger one meets all US airline standards. Promising review:"Great design that allows me to organize everything I need in much less space than I ever expected. Take your time to select and pack your things thoughtfully, and you'll be pleasantly surprised at how much you can get into this carry-on. I have several pieces of luggage in different sizes, and I'm giving them away because this is all I need. The size and versatility make it the perfect carry-on." — Michelle C. Get it from Solgaard for $285+ (available in two sizes and eight colors). 24. An all-new, waterproof Kindle Paperwhite so you can stuff your bag to the brim with new books *and* add less than a pound of weight to your bag. You can forget the days of carefully picking which paperbacks you want on a trip, when you can just bring all of them loaded on your Kindle! This new version has 25% faster page turns and a glare-free display! Plus, a single charge lasts up to 12 weeks. Promising review: " I always have my Kindle Paperwhite with me when traveling or just sitting at the beach to read. Recently, we traveled to a tropical wedding destination, I was sitting by the pool reading when my daughter's boyfriend sat down with his book and said he was almost finished reading it, he was complaining that he wanted to bring more, but they would be too heavy. I showed him my Kindle and said that I loaded five books into it for the trip, he was was very interested and amazed after I let him play with it. So now, he's getting one for Christmas." — Steve M. Get it from Amazon for $159.99 (available in three colors and with or without Kindle Unlimited or Ads). 25. Alleyoop's Pen Pal — a 4-in-1 pen to do your lip liner, brows, eyeliner, *and* highlighter. If your toiletries bag is already overflowing, this can still give you all of your beauty needs while traveling (without taking up precious room). Idk about you, but it's making me nostalgic for my 5-in-1 pen from elementary school. Alleyoop is a woman-owned small biz that specializes in easy-to-use, time- and space-saving products with different uses to simplify your beauty routine. Former BuzzFeed Shopping writer Jasmin Sandal says, "I didn't realize I'd ever use a makeup product in my 20s that had the ability to transport me back to a piece of stationery I used in sixth grade, but here we are; and here I am using a multitool my face. I gotta say, I love the concept of the Pen Pal from Alleyoop! After using all of the functions (eyeliner, highlighter, lip liner, eyebrow pencil) and as someone who LOVES makeup but was applying as little as humanly possible during lockdown, I think it's a great tool for anyone looking to streamline their routine. It's ideal to use for touch-ups come the end of the work day, or a subtle, minimalist way to apply makeup in the a.m. The brow pencil is particularly soft and pigmented, and filled in my eyebrows quickly. I just adore the ease of application of each product, and appreciate the universal, does-it-all-for-you concept. Plus, it saves me so much room in my already-overflowing makeup bag!" Get it from Amazon for $20 or direct from Alleyoop for $15 (available in three shades). 26. A plush microfiber makeup-removing cloth to pack instead of your disposable makeup remover wipes — *this* is more compact, cheaper, gentler on your skin, more eco-friendly, and only requires water. Reviewers say it's like the famous Makeup Eraser, but *this* is cheaper! Note that this is best if you're staying in one place for the entire trip — one of our editors traveled to several hotels in one trip with this cloth and noted that didn't allow enough time for it to dry out for the next use. Promising review: "This is incredible! I can't believe how well this works! I travel a lot for work and usually take makeup remover wipes because of the liquid restrictions for travel, but they are expensive and heavy. I have been using this cloth all week and LOVE IT! A bit of warm water and everything comes off in a few easy swipes. I am super excited to travel with this. It weighs nothing and rolls up to take very little space. I am ordering another for my mom who also travels. Highly recommend!" — KT Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in seven colors, packs of three, and a seven pack). 27. A Hackwith Design House shirt that'll cut down on a couple of tops since you can style it six different ways. You'll sneakily outfit repeat *and* save room in your bag in the process! Hackwith Design House is a woman-owned small business. Their sustainable designs are made to order and sewn in their Minnesota studio. Their sizes run from XS–4X. On Mondays, they also release limited-edition designs so you can be one of only 25 people to own a piece! BuzzFeed editor Chelsea Stuart owns this and loves it. Here's what she has to say: "All credit for its discovery goes to TikToker @ who I happened to stumble across on my FYP. It checks all my boxes: black, comfortable, versatile, and durable. My initial worry was that I wouldn't feel secure in it (I have a 38DDD chest and most wrap tops/dresses I've tried haven't stayed where they're supposed to), but I haven't had an issue with this! I've worn it tied in the front giving me a square neck (like the middle picture) and tied in the back giving me a V-neck up front (just like the photo on the right) — both were super comfortable and I didn't have to adjust myself at all. As someone whose weight fluctuates, I also appreciate that this piece can handle pounds gained and lost. The fabric is medium weight so I'll be wearing it season to season and there's just enough elasticity in the arms that if you roll up your sleeves, they won't fall back down. All that is to say trust that I will be buying additional colors!" Get it from Hackwith Design House for $145 (available in women's sizes XS–4X and in three colors). 28. An adorable Gillette Venus travel razor, your new go-to on trips because it's light and easy to store — *and* it does the same thing as your full-sized razor anyways. You'll have baby-smooth skin in no time. It comes with a little carrying case, and one blade lasts for up to 30 days! Promising review: "I am a minimalist, so for me, the less the better, but you do need the essentials, especially when traveling abroad. This little mini razor came in so handy. You hardly even know it's in your toiletry bag; it's so small, but big enough to get a good grip and shave. I always bring this little razor with me whenever I travel. I love the compact size. Highly recommend as a space-saver when traveling." — Deb H. Get it from Amazon for $10.79 (also available in a pack with three refills). 29. A water-resistant Neutrogena SPF 50 face and body stick sunscreen for a stress-free security process since this is a solid — your bag won't get flagged by security *and* you'll be ready to take on the sun as soon as you land. No mess, no white cast, and easy reapplication? Sign me up. Amazon BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly used this: "I first bought this for a weeklong Croatian vacation two years ago when I did carry-on, and as long as you are *thoroughly* reapplying, this stuff stays on pretty well. On a beach club afternoon, I did haphazardly reapply and missed a strip on one arm, but I tend to do that with spray-on or lotion sunscreen, too. Since then, I've packed this for any trip I've been on, including a two-day Disneyland trip where I toted this around in my bag and shared with friends. I sometimes carry it with me in my purse on my everyday adventures because I know it's so easy to apply. Also worth mentioning...I am about the palest lady you've ever seen and swear by daily application of sunscreen. But when on a beach trip, I'm constantly swimming in the water and sweating. So, yeah, this stuff works. And if you're a bit hesitant about jumping on the solid sunscreen bandwagon, you can pack a stick of this, knowing you have enough sun protection to get you through to finding some spray-on or lotion SPF at your destination."
