The Travel Edit: Planes, Trains, And Impeccable Taste

Accessories that ensure your vacation look is as sharp as your itinerary

By Komal Shetty | LAST UPDATED: NOV 19, 2025

No matter what the destination, the right wardrobe makes all the difference. But not without the right accessories for the occasion.

Whether you're lounging beachside, are up for a city vacation, or a scheduled for a business trip where first impressions really do matter, or its a calming long getaway with friends, Esquire India has a list of accessories that ensure your vacation look is as sharp as your itinerary.

Here's a curated checklist for different kinds of trips:

Smart Business Trip

Here are slick essentials for looking sharp—even on a break.

TIEHermes
PASSPORT CASEZEGNA
CUFFLINKS BY HACKETT LONDONTHE COLLECTIVE;
GLASSESBALMAIN
BAG BOTTEGA VENETA

LOAFERS CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN;
WATCH BY JAEGER-LECOULTRE ART OF TIME INDIA

LONG GETAWAYS

Far-flung plans? These picks go the distance. Safaris or road trips— when plans involve outdoorsy trips, trust khaki and earthy tones. They'll help you look the part, and make any staining, soiling or spilling less conspicuous

BELT BY HERMÈS HERMÈS
BACKPACK BY ONITSUKA TIGER ONITSUKA TIGER

SUNGLASSES BY BURBERRY THE COLLECTIVE

WATCH BY CARTIERART OF TIME INDIA
NECKLACE AMI
SNEAKERS NEW BALANCE;
Hat by AMIAMI
WATCH GUCCI

BEACHY DAYS

Make a statement with every shoreline stroll with

HAT AMI
SLIDES DOLCE&GABBANA
BAG CHARM LOUIS VUITTON
WEARABLE WALLET LOUIS VUITTON
PouchDior
. SUNGLASSES BY PRADA LUXOTTICA
BEACH TOWEL HERMÈS
BAG BYHERMÈS;
VISOR SHIVAN & NARRESH
NECKLACE DOLCE&GABBANA

CITY VACAYS

Elevate your urban escape but make sure you dress well for air travel which means keeping it slick (yes, comfort and cool can go together). Above all—while we aren't for rules, but the one that applies regardless:

SCARFAMI
PouchZegna
WATCH BVLGARIArt of Time
BAG BYPOLO RALPH LAUREN THE COLLECTIVE;
SCARF ALEXANDER MCQUEEN
SNEAKERS Converse x DRKSHDW TURBOWPN;
WalletTed Baker
SUNGLASSES CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
BEANIEAMI

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