The trendsetter and packing expert shows us the essentials she brings on a vacation to Japan

Packing for a trip is an undesirable chore — whether you’re the type to get organised with check lists or shove everything in your suitcase at the last possible moment. Seeing how others hack it can inspire you to approach the deed with efficiency, which is why we’ve created a packing video series with some of our favourite jetsetters to show you exactly how it’s done.

When it comes to sorting out all the essentials for a trip, there’s no one more seasoned than stylist and fashion consultant Grace Lam. The respected former senior fashion editor of Vogue China cut her teeth at London’s i-D magazine, working under styling extraordinaire Edward Enninful. With more than two decades of experience loading up trunks and editing down the right looks for photo shoots, she knows exactly what to bring — and what to leave behind — on every type of vacation imaginable.

Watch the video above to see all the fashion essentials, beauty tools and tech gadgets she’s taking with her on an all girls’ vacation to the Kansai region of Japan.

Grace Lam’s Packing Essentials


Estée Lauder Nutritious Vitality8 Radiant Energy Mist 

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 Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair PowerFoil Mask

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Available at Estée Lauder


René Caovilla Pearl Thong Sandals

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Available at Farfetch.com


Lumio Lamp

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Available at Lumio.com


Joanna Ho Tulle and Cashmere Knit Cardigan

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Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Masque

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Available at Kiehl’s


Kiehl’s Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

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Available at Kiehl’s


Gucci Soho Leather Disco Bag

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Available at Gucci.com


APM Monaco Ear Cuff

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Available at HarveyNichols.com


Special thanks to The Upper House Hong Kong