Everything You Need in Your Suitcase For the Holidays

Updated on 11/14/2015 at 6:00 AM

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Between booking flights, coordinating schedules, and buying gifts, the weeks leading up to the holidays can be frantic, to say the least. On top of that, you have to be sure to pack the perfect outfit for every festivity, from family potlucks to ice skating with old friends, and there are certain pieces that you absolutely cannot leave behind. We've rounded up five must-have items right here that will ensure you're well prepared for any occasion.

Throw-Over-Everything Coat

A thick suede coat with faux-fur trim is perfect for those family outings you'll be going on, plus it's versatile enough to dress up with a skirt and tights or down with jeans and a sweater.

Evening-Ready Jacket

On the (more than likely) chance you'll make some evening plans with your hometown friends, you'll want something a little less casual and a little more polished. A faux-leather jacket in a bold hue is great for punching up pretty much anything you pull out of your suitcase. Even a fitted puffer jacket in the same bold color will work.

Head-Turning LBD

If there's one thing you should never forget in a suitcase, it's an LBD to take you from holiday party to holiday party. Whether it's an intimate gathering or a full-blown fete, a classic black shift dress is foolproof.

Everyday Sweater

A cute graphic sweater is the perfect option to throw on for running last-minute errands, cozying up inside, or recovering from the inevitable food coma.

Can't-Live-Without Jeans

Your favorite jeans are the key to throwing together effortless outfits on the go. Just make sure there's a bit of stretch to them to accommodate that aforementioned food coma.