Hanging Organizer ($45 during Vera Bradley's Labor Day Sale)

As someone who travels every few months and avidly avoids checking a bag, finding an organizer that holds my toiletries and makeup has been a hassle. I used to travel with a toiletry bag and a makeup bag, which ate up much of my carry-on space. After a lot of online shopping and searching, I finally found Vera Bradley's Hanging Organizer and haven't looked back.

The Hanging Organizer ($45 right now, marked down from $60) is one of many travel bags on sale right now during Vera Bradley's Labor Day sale. You can save 25% on backpacks, duffel bags, organizers, and weekender bags. Almost all of these make for excellent bags to use as a personal item when traveling.

If you struggle to fit all of your makeup and toiletries in your current cosmetic bag, then this organizer is exactly what you need. It has two side pockets, one side with makeup brush holders and the other is big enough to store everyday essentials like foundation, concealer, mascara, and eyeliner. I am able to stuff this with all of my makeup, plus my face wash, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and every serum I find when looking up new skincare routines on TikTok. Just when I think I can't fit anymore, I am able to shove a tiny hairspray or gel into the bag. 

Vera Bradley's Labor Day sale is going on now through the end of the day Monday, September 5. All orders include free shipping.

Ana Suarez is the managing commerce editor for Hearst Newspapers. She is always on the hunt for good sales, but really, she just won't shut up about her senior dog, Tyrone.