6 Weird But Useful Things to Keep in Your Purse

It’s not hard to imagine things like a stain remover pen or a package of tissues lurking around the bottom of someone’s purse.

After all, these things are likely on almost every list of the most important purse essentials. But for many women (and men who choose to carry bags as well!) their purses are an extension of themselves.

Looking to get a better understanding of what to put in your purse?

If so, then this is the post that you’ve likely been looking for.

From items that will help you to make the most of a night out (and a potential next morning) to multitools that will allow you to tackle any problem, read on to learn about the best things to keep in your purse.

Then, clean out yours, and replace the junk with some of these useful items instead.

1. Breath Mints

Let’s start with one of the most obvious purse essentials: the classic breath mint.

Whether you feel like you’ve got a serious problem with halitosis, or if you just can’t seem to kick your coffee habit, it’s never a bad idea to freshen up your breath a little bit.

Before you head to a meeting, out on a date, or just have to grab a quick lunch with that seriously judgmental parent? Chew on a mint.

Another awesome thing about your basic breath mint?

If you go with a peppermint flavor, they’ll actually help you to improve your overall focus. So, if you feel yourself fading at work, pop a mint to give yourself a pick me up that doesn’t require a trip to the office coffee pot.

If mints aren’t your thing, you can always try a stick of gum instead.

But if you want to avoid having to share them with everyone around you?

We suggest that you sneak one of your mints in private.

2. Feminine Hygiene Products

We’ve all been snuck up on by our periods at some point in our lives.

But why does Aunt Rose always seem to pick the most inopportune time possible to show up — like when you’re wearing white pants or seated for long periods (no pun intended) of time?

Sneak a few extra pads and tampons into your purse before you head down to the beach, into a conference session, or pretty much anywhere else.

Even if you don’t end up needing them yourself?

We can guarantee that, eventually, you’ll help out a fellow sister who is in serious need.

And if pads and tampons aren’t quite your thing?

Consider switching things up to a menstrual cup instead. Not only are they much more effective and unnoticeable than you might be thinking. They’re also an awesome way to cut down on waste.

3. A Concealable Self Defense Weapon

This is certainly one of the items that we wish we didn’t have to include on our list of things to keep in your purse.

And while we definitely hope that you never end up actually needing to use a concealable self defense weapon?

Sometimes, even just knowing that you have it on you can make you feel much safer. It’s an especially good idea if you have to work at night, if you have to use a larger parking garage, or if you just feel like you’re going to end up in a more dangerous part of town.

Plus, you might be surprised by just how cute some of these self defense weapons are!

You can find pepper spray or mace that looks like a tube of lipstick, a comb that transforms into a small knife, and much more.

You should always take the time to completely read through the laws in your state before you decide to carry around a weapon of any kind. However, in most cases, self defense products are allowed.

Just make sure you put them in a place in your purse that you can access quickly and easily.

4. A Keychain Tool

You’ve spent more time than you can count looking around for your keys in your purse.

You also frequently come across situations where your keys just can’t help you to open up that stubborn package, measure something, or of course, help you to open up that precious bottle of wine.

In short, a keychain multitool is one of the best answers to the question, “What to carry in a purse?”

We’re especially crazy about the keychain gadget offerings from My Keyport.

Their fabulous multitool serves as an awesome keyport that’s also compatible with the keys you currently have.

You’ll also get a USB stick, a pen, a knife, a flashlight, and so much more. In short, think of this as everything that you need in one place when it comes to your purse essentials.

5. An e-Reader

We all love the smell of an old paperback book. But the truth is that, especially if you’re a fan of the old Russian doorstopper novels, they can take up tons of room in your purse.

Plus, what if you finish the novel that you’re reading while you still have hours left on your plane or train ride?

What’s the solution?

There’s no time like the present to invest in an e-reader.

First of all, you’ll be able to download hundreds of titles. But you’ll also be able to explore and discover new books and authors that you might not have come across in the bookstore.

Reading is an amazing way to kill time while boosting your brain cells and being seriously entertained in the process. Plus, if you get hit with a sudden delay in your train or at the airport, you’ll still have plenty of things to do.

It’s also an awesome way to save paper, and to be just a little bit kinder to the Earth.

Just make sure that you’ve brought your e-reader up to a full charge before you decide to bring it with you on a longer trip!

6. A “Go Bag”

You know what they say: girls just wanna have fun!

Whether you’re heading out for a date with the potential of a sleepover, or if you’re just meeting up with friends for an especially long girl’s night?

If you decide to spend the night away from home, then you need to make sure that you have some of the things that you need the most with you.

You don’t want to be stuck at the man of your dreams’ house without a toothbrush, deodorant for the next day, and above all, without a change of underwear.

You also might be surprised by just how compact some of these items can actually end up being. If you need a change of clothes but don’t want to have to bring a huge bag with you, then throw an item like The Backup Dress into your purse instead.

Also, invest in a disposable toothbrush that has toothpaste pre-applied to it. You can even get a mini-pack of makeup remover towelettes, a travel-sized deodorant, and of course, a sample size of perfume!

Also, throw in your favorite makeup to touch up your face later on.

Trust us when we tell you that, when you do find yourself in need of these items, you’ll be incredibly grateful for the fact that you thought ahead.

One final entry on our list of the best things to keep in your purse before a romantic night out?

You guessed it — the right protection.

After all, your health should be your number-one priority when it comes to any evening activity.

Things to Keep in Your Purse: What Else Is Out There?

Knowing what to put in your purse is a job that can either take five seconds or what can feel like five hours.

In the end, it’s all about prioritizing what’s the most important to you when it comes to deciding on things to keep in your purse.

We’re willing to bet that, on more than one occasion, you’ve found some pretty wild things in your purse!

However, that leftover cereal bar that’s apparently been in your purse for a month is far from the strangest thing that some people have encountered out in this weird and wonderful world.

Looking to learn more about some of the strangest things that have happened, whether it relates to alien encounters, the bizarre world of the Internet, or funny items people have tried to get rid of?

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