The packing cube set that gave me more space in my suitcase
In a desperate attempt to find more space in my suitcase without having to buy a bigger one, I caved this summer and treated myself to some packing cubes.
Although I had seen these little mesh bags on Amazon before, I had always considered them an unnecessary indulgence. When my set of nine bags arrived, I quickly became a convert, as rolling, folding and stashing my stuff in each little bag helped me to find those all-important extra inches in my carry-on.
Costing just £9.99, my Amazon travel cubes blew my mind and I am pretty sure that they have changed the way I pack my holiday outfits, sandals and sun cream forever.
The packing cube set I choose was just a basic one that came in a neutral grey colour. I opted for one of the lowest-priced options on Amazon in case I decided not to use them. For less than a tenner I was impressed to receive a set that contained:
- Three travel packing cubes with see-through mesh tops
- One private cube for bras and underwear,
- One travel shoe bag,
- One toiletry bag,
- One toothbrush cup,
- One laundry bag for dirty clothes and
- One flat bag for small items, like socks, electronic accessories or keys
Made from nylon fabric, the cubes may not feel like they have been built to last a lifetime, but on the whole, they look like they will do the job on many future adventures.
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This nine-piece set from Amazon helped me pack more in my suitcase (Amazon)Each packing cube comes with smooth rolling zippers that open fully for easier packing and the mesh tops let me see what I have stashed in each bag without having to open and unpack it all.
The shoe holder is only big enough for one pair of shoes, but the wash bag, makeup bag and toiletry bag are brilliant little bonus items and a great idea for when you don't want to take your full kit away with you.
What do packing cubes do?
Packing cubes can help you to better organise your suitcase and pack your items far more efficiently.
Each of the different-sized cubes and containers can be used to separate your stuff by type (tops, undie, swimwear etc), by day or even by the passenger, making it much easier to find what you need when you get there.
The cubes can also help you to make more space in your luggage, as the zippered design lets you compress your items slightly, making them a little more compact than if they were just folded.
Each of the packing cubes and handy little bags can also be transferred straight from the case to the hotel storage without having to be unpacked, meaning they never have to touch a pre-used chest of drawers.
The best packing cubes on Amazon today
If you are thinking about taking the plunge, there are some awesome-looking packing cube sets available on Amazon.
Pink packing cube set with compression pouch
This travel cube set is pretty in pink (Amazon)Indulge your inner Barbie with this super cute set of 9 packing cubes. Including four different-sized packing cubes, one drawstring bag, one cloth bag, one shoe bag and one compression pouch, this is a great set for style-conscious travellers who like to be well-organised on the go.
Buy Now: Amazon £19.99
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Six-piece compression travel cube set
Double zippers help to compress clothing (Amazon)Made from durable material, this set features double zippers to help compress your items to save space in your luggage or backpack. Available in large, medium, small and slim sizes, the set also comes with a laundry bag.
Full zip-around closures make it easy to pack and unpack the travel bags, and each bag can be washed in between uses.
Buy now: Amazon £35.99
Suitcase packing cubes
Designed to help organise your suitcase better (Amazon)Designed to fit perfectly in your suitcase, this set of 10 different-sized travel cubes will keep your gear organised on the go and can be used to keep items neatly folded when you get there.
Containing two large cubes, one medium cube, an underwear bag, a shoe bag, a double-layer wash bag, a zipper bag and three drawstring bags, this cheap and cheerful set is an excellent choice for families and those who refuse to travel light.
Buy now:Amazon £19.99
Four-piece clothes storage cubes
Four versatile cubes for organised travellers (Amazon)This basic but brilliant set of cubes would be a good choice for carry-on cases. Just the right size to help keep your t-shirts, undies, socks and other items neatly organized, the mesh design lets you see what each one contains nice and quickly.
Containing four 27.5x10x20cm coloured zipper bags, these can be folded up nice and small when not in use and will come in just as handy at home as they will on the go.
Buy now:Amazon £17.97
Eight-piece business bag set
A sophisticated set of packing cubes (Amazon)Sophisticated and extremely useful, this eight-piece set is made from durable Oxford material with a streamlined waterproof and tear-proof design.
Featuring five travel cubes for clothing, one large shoe bag that can hold at least two pairs, one toiletry bag with a built-in handle and a USB cable bag, this set will keep your luggage neat and well-ordered in transit.
Buy now:Amazon £18.99
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