Luxury Travel Packing Essentials: How to Stay Organised on Holiday

Annual family Christmas in New York? A much-needed dose of winter sun in the Maldives? Whether you’re skiing in St Moritz, sunning in Providenciales, or packing up the car for a cosy Cotswolds holiday, travel often means juggling multiple climates, destinations and people — sometimes all in one trip.

At The Organised Atelier, we believe calm travel starts before you leave home. With the right organisation systems in place, your suitcase becomes intuitive, accessible and easy to maintain — allowing you to reach for what you need without unpacking everything along the way. Below, we’re sharing our favourite elevated travel organisation essentials to keep your holiday packing beautifully in order, wherever the season takes you.

Packing Cubes: The Foundation of an Organised Suitcase

Packing cubes are the backbone of a well-organised suitcase. We think of them as portable drawers — each category has a designated place, making it easier to pack, unpack, and repack throughout your trip.

They’re particularly useful for:

• Multi-city travel

• Packing for different climates

• Family holidays where multiple suitcases are involved

Our Go-To Picks

July – Packing Cubes 
Clean, modern and beautifully made, July’s packing cubes strike the perfect balance between luxury and practicality.

Away – Packing Cubes for Kids
Waterproof and durable with a quiet, premium feel. These cubes maintain their shape well and are ideal for longer trips and add a pop of fun in your suitcase.

Tropicfeel – Smart Packing Cube 10L
Perfect for carry-on only trips or city hopping, these compression cubes reduce bulk while keeping categories neatly separated. A great option for ski trips or layered packing.

How we use them:

• One cube per clothing category (daywear, evening, loungewear, ski layers, swim)

• One colour or monogram per family member

• Smaller cubes for children to keep outfits grouped and easy to access

Clear Zip Pouches: Calm Category Control

Clear zip pouches are one of our most relied-on travel tools — especially when travelling as a family. While simple, they are incredibly effective for category containment.

They’re ideal for:

• Swimwear

• Medications and first aid

• Chargers and small electronics

• Snacks, goggles, hats or ski accessories

Being able to see exactly what’s inside means no rummaging, no repacking, and no frustration.

Our Preferred Sources

Muji UK – Clear EVA Zip Cases
Minimal, functional and well-made, Muji’s clear cases feel intentional rather than disposable and work beautifully inside both suitcases and carry-ons.

Clear Zip Pouches (Various Sizes)
We often use a range of sizes so each category has its own “home” — particularly helpful when packing for children.

Tech & Charging Organisation: Less Scrambling, More Calm

Loose cables are one of the quickest ways for a suitcase — or hand luggage — to descend into chaos. A dedicated tech organiser keeps everything accessible, protected and easy to find.

Our Favourite Options

Bellroy – Tech Kit / Tech Kit Compact
Understated, beautifully designed and highly functional. These kits hold chargers, adapters, power banks and headphones in one streamlined case, making airport security and hotel unpacking far simpler.

Native Union – Tech & Charging Organiser
Design-led tech accessories that feel elevated and intentional. Their organisers and charging kits are ideal if you want something functional that also looks considered.

Universal Travel Adapter
We always recommend one shared family adapter stored inside the tech kit — particularly important for international and multi-country travel.

Additional Travel Organisation Essentials We Always Recommend

These thoughtful extras make a noticeable difference, especially on longer trips or family holidays:

• Shoe & Laundry Bags
  Keep worn clothes or bulky footwear contained and separate from clean items.

• Family Document Pouch
  A single place for passports, boarding passes, insurance documents and travel confirmations.

• AirTags for Checked Luggage
  Added peace of mind when travelling internationally or checking multiple bags.

Calm, Organised Travel — Wherever You’re Headed

Whether you’re travelling with children, hopping between cities, or heading somewhere far-flung for the holidays, thoughtful packing systems allow you to move through your trip with ease. And if a Christmas staycation is in the cards this year — whether you’re hosting at home or simply carving out time to rest and recalibrate — these elevated travel essentials also make beautifully practical gifts, even for the most organised jet-setter in your life.

One-Day Unpack in Primrose Hill: A Wardrobe Worth Showcasing

How we transformed a fashion lover’s new home — in just one day.

Moving into a new space is always exciting, but for one Primrose Hill client — a true fashionista with an enviable collection of clothing, shoes, and handbags — it also meant facing the daunting task of unpacking and organising it all.

With a new flat featuring beautiful built-in wardrobes and generous storage, the foundations were ideal.
She simply needed a thoughtful system to bring it all together — quickly, beautifully, and intuitively.

That’s where The Organised Atelier stepped in.

A Fast-Paced, One-Day Transformation

We approached this project with precision and pace — unpacking and styling an extensive wardrobe in a single day.

From the moment we arrived, our focus was on creating structure without sacrificing style.
Shoes were grouped and displayed to highlight her remarkable collection, while handbags were arranged by size and use — transforming storage into subtle display.

Every rail, drawer, and shelf was mapped out with intention:

• Everyday pieces arranged by tone and texture for visual calm.

• Eveningwear and statement items separated and elevated.

• Accessories and seasonal pieces contained elegantly, ensuring everything had its place.

The result? A wardrobe that feels both personal boutique and perfectly practical.

Where Style Meets System

What made this project special was the client herself — a woman with incredible taste and a clear sense of her personal style.

Our role was to bring that personality forward through organisation:
to turn her new wardrobes into spaces that celebrate her love of fashion while keeping her daily routine effortless.

By the end of the day, every shoe, bag, and garment was perfectly placed — ready for her to enjoy, wear, and admire.

Because sometimes, all it takes is a single day to turn a new house into a home — and a collection into a curated story.

Creating Space for What Matters

Whether it’s a one-day unpack or a full-home move, our process blends efficiency with elegance — creating systems that support your lifestyle and reflect your style.

📩 Get in touch with The Organised Atelier to learn more about our one-day unpack services.

Our First Industry Event: Highlights from the Home Life & You Show

Back in October, we had the pleasure of attending the Home Life & You Show in London — one of the biggest and most inspiring events in the home organisation and interiors calendar. As a new business, it felt like the perfect moment to immerse ourselves in the wider industry, meet the people shaping it, and explore the innovations elevating how we organise and live in our homes.

Freshly welcomed as new members of APDO (Association of Professional Declutterers & Organisers), we were especially excited to visit their booth. It was wonderful to connect with fellow organisers from across the UK, learn more about the community, and begin building new relationships. We even took part in the APDO “How Fast Can You Organise the LEGO” challenge — a fun (and surprisingly nerve-wracking!) moment to show off our skills under pressure. The warmth, openness, and shared passion for helping people create calmer, more functional homes made us feel immediately at home.

As we explored the show floor, we discovered an inspiring mix of small home-grown businesses, clever new organising tools, and established brands showcasing the latest products in home improvement and interiors. From beautifully designed storage solutions to innovative tech supporting everyday living, it was exciting to see how much creativity goes into making homes more intuitive, joyful, and functional.

One of the standout moments of the entire show was the opportunity to see Marie Kondo speak live. Her gentle, thoughtful approach to creating joyful, intentional spaces has influenced so many of us in the organising world, and hearing her in person felt truly special.

Attending the Home Life & You Show was the perfect way to mark the beginning of our journey with The Organised Atelier. We left feeling energised, connected, and even more committed to helping clients create systems that bring clarity, ease, and beauty into their everyday lives.

We can’t wait to return next year — and hopefully with even more friends in the organising community by our side. A special thanks to APDO for making us feel so welcome into the organising community!

A Subtle Refresh: Creating Calm in a Beautiful Family Home

Not every project calls for a full overhaul — sometimes, it’s about the edit.

Our St. John’s Wood based client, whose home already exuded warmth and style, reached out for a gentle refresh: a few key cupboards in the kitchen, master bedroom, and children’s room that had started to feel a little unruly amidst daily life.

Together, we refined rather than reinvented — restoring order, flow, and that unmistakable sense of calm that comes when every item has a home.

In the kitchen, we focused on efficiency and aesthetics: aligning categories, containing loose items, and creating intuitive zones for everyday cooking and entertaining.

In the master bedroom, we introduced subtle systems to support the rhythm of her mornings and evenings — from jewellery trays to a more intentional wardrobe layout.

And in the children’s room, we built practical yet beautiful containment for toys, books, and clothing — easy for little hands to maintain.

Sometimes the most rewarding transformations are the quietest ones.
A touch of structure, a dash of styling, and a renewed sense of ease in the spaces that matter most.

Ready to refresh your own home?
Whether it’s a single cupboard or a full household project, The Organised Atelier brings a refined, design-led approach to creating space for what matters most.
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Creating Space for a Growing Family in St. Johns Wood

A nursery designed to make room for two.

When Danie and her husband reached out to us, they were preparing for the arrival of their second child — and their St John’s Wood rental flat wasn’t quite ready to welcome a new baby.

Their toddler son’s bedroom felt cramped and cluttered, with awkwardly shaped rooms, underused closets, and overflowing shelves. Like many growing families, they needed more than space — they needed a system.

That’s where we stepped in.

From Cluttered Corners to Clever Solutions

Our first focus was the closets. The existing built-in shelving wasn’t serving the family’s needs — in fact, it was creating more chaos than clarity.

By removing the fixed shelves and inserting temporary dressers inside each closet, we introduced essential drawer space and a clear division of storage: one side for their son, one for their soon-to-arrive daughter.

Every inch now works harder — beautifully and practically.

Taming the Toy Explosion

The open bookshelves were overflowing with toys, books, and keepsakes — all without structure.
Using a curated selection of baskets, bins, and bookstands, we transformed the chaos into calm.

Now, every item has a home — making it easier for their son to play, tidy up, and grow in a space that supports his independence.

A Nursery with Heart

To bring warmth and personality to the room, we added soft baby-animal wall decals — a small change with a big impact.
The result? A space that feels intentional, inviting, and ready to evolve as the family grows.

Because sometimes preparing for a new chapter means more than decluttering — it means creating space for what matters.

Expecting a new arrival or simply need a home reset?
We help families reimagine their spaces with practical systems, soft design touches, and zero stress.

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Marylebone Move: Turning Chaos into Calm

The Challenge

How we helped a busy couple unpack and create order across their new London home.

Moving homes can feel exhilarating — and exhausting.
When this Marylebone couple reached out to us, they had just moved into a beautiful three-bedroom home and were surrounded by boxes, travel bags, and an overwhelming to-do list.

Between demanding careers and frequent international travel, finding time to unpack — let alone create systems that would actually work — simply wasn’t realistic.

That’s where we came in.

Four Days to Functional

Over the course of four focused days, The Organised Atelier turned the couple’s new space from a maze of moving boxes into a calm, intentional home.

Our brief was clear:

Make the space liveable, intuitive, and tailored to their lifestyle — quickly.

We began with the kitchen, often the heart (and chaos) of a move. The cabinetry had tricky depths and uneven shelving, so we implemented modular drawer inserts, custom-fit baskets, and zones for daily-use items.
Now, every utensil, plate, and pantry item has a designated place — designed to keep up with their busy rhythm.

Bedrooms that Breathe

Next, we turned our attention to the main bedroom — a serene escape for two people constantly on the go.
By introducing thoughtful drawer dividers, concealed storage for travel essentials, and seasonal wardrobe rotations, we created systems that make dressing and packing effortless.

No more rummaging before a flight — everything is visible, folded, and ready.

Bathrooms & Beyond

Bathrooms can be deceptively complex, especially in central London flats where cabinetry is limited.
We implemented tiered drawers and under-sink organisers to maximise every inch while maintaining a clean, minimalist aesthetic.

The result: easy morning routines and streamlined storage — even in tight quarters.

Workspaces that Work

The remaining two bedrooms were repurposed as dual home offices, designed to support productivity and balance.
We applied OA’s same design logic — visual calm, practical order — to each workspace, incorporating labelled storage and desktop containment that blends function with elegance.

For a couple constantly moving between time zones, coming home to clarity was essential.

Creating Space for What Matters

By the end of the week, the home was no longer just unpacked — it was organised with intention.
Every drawer, surface, and cabinet now supports the way this couple lives and works.

Because at The Organised Atelier, we believe moving in should feel like a fresh start — not a fresh layer of stress.

Planning a move?
We help you unpack, settle, and style your home so you can focus on everything else.
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