What To Pack For Christmas: 10 Pieces You Need in Your Lugagge
Prada arguably owns the most magical Christmas campaign of 2025. A cinematic road trip through snowy mountains and whisper-quiet forests, the film follows a group of friends whose journey becomes a tender story of return, the emotional act of going home.
Inspired by this feeling that so many of us live every December, we created a sharp, not-negotiable packing list of 10 pieces you should take home this holiday. Smart, stylish, warm-hearted. Exactly how this season should feel. Shall we see what to pack for Christmas?
1 — Pen & Journal
Intelligent Change Night Notes Journal – Aspinal of London Baby Ballpoint Pen
If there’s ever a moment to disconnect from your phone, this is it. Between long lunches and long walks, give yourself ten quiet minutes to write. Start a gratitude journal, or simply record little memories you know you’ll want to keep.
2 — A Proper Game
Prada Poker and Draughts Game Set
Surprise your family by arriving with a game under your arm: poker, backgammon, chess, whatever gets everyone involved. It’s chic, analogue and infinitely more memorable than binge-watching another series on the sofa.
3 — Something Red
Prada Leggings – Prada Mini Bucket Bag – Lou Lou de Saison Red Pullover
Prada’s mini red bucket bag is basically Christmas in handbag form. Leave the ugly sweater at home and pack one red piece that feels cool and intentional; a knit, a bag, gloves, anything that brings a hit of festive energy.
4 — Coloured-Stone Earrings
Prada Topazio Earrings – Jennifer Behr Crystal Red and Green Earrings
For Christmas Eve, pair your outfit with coloured gemstone earrings. Festive without being literal, they echo the season’s lights in the most elegant way. In Prada’s film, Letitia Wright wears mismatched blue and pink stones with a charcoal wool coat — proof that subtle statements always win.
5 — A Winter-Ready Loafer
Prada Chocolate Loafers – Dr Martens Adrian Tassel Loafer – Nicole Saldana Black Molly Loafers
Pack one good loafer, sturdy enough for winter but elegant enough for dinners. Something in the spirit of Prada’s Chocolate Loafer. The beauty? It goes with jeans, trousers and skirts; one shoe, endless outfits.
6 — The Little Black Dress
Mango Black Velvet Dress – Prada Velvet Mini Dress – Prada Wool and Satin Coat Dress
For a long holiday filled with gatherings, the LBD is non-negotiable. Prada’s version, with a white hem flipped outward, is perfection. Pack one black dress that makes you feel instantly ready, even when you’re still jet-lagged.
7 — Technical Fabric Jacket
Prada Technical Fabric Jacket – Loewe Jacket Anagramt – Mango Off-White Denim Parka
This is the true workhorse of a winter suitcase. Wear it during the day with leggings or jeans, and at night layered with a skirt. Actress Letitia Wright does it beautifully in Prada’s campaign; a technical jacket over a yellow pencil skirt with brown kitten heels. With Miuccia Prada, contrast is always the message.
8 — Backpack (Not the Travel Kind)
Prada – Acne Studios – Ami Paris Backpacks
If you’re travelling with a cabin bag, a chic backpack becomes essential. And this season, backpacks have crept back into the “cool bags” category. Not sporty, but polished. Practical, hands-free, stylish.
9 — Hair Clips
Prada Grey Velvet Hair Clip – Prada Black Velvet Hair Clip – Pura Utz Orange Bow Hair Clip – Miu Miu Velvet Bow With Crystal Jaw Clip
Nothing says festive like a beautiful hair clip, and nothing saves a bad hair day faster, especially when you’re far from home. Decorative, functional, pretty. One lives permanently in our beauty bag.
10 — Argyle Pullover
And Daughter Cardigan – Prada Pullover – Bobo Choses Green Pullover
This heritage pattern is a holiday classic. The argyle pullover looks chic in the city and cosy in the countryside. Wear it with jeans, a skirt or even over your dress. It’s comfort clothing with gravitas, exactly right for Christmas with family and friends.
FAQ
| What should I pack for Christmas travel? | Pack versatile pieces: a technical jacket, loafers, an LBD, something red, hair accessories and a heritage knit like argyle. |
| What is the key piece to elevate a Christmas Eve outfit? | Coloured-stone earrings — festive, elegant and easy to pair with winter looks. |
| How can I pack light for a winter holiday? | Choose multifunctional items: one jacket, one dress, one sturdy shoe, and accessories that change the vibe of an outfit. |
| Why add a game to your Christmas suitcase? | Games reconnect families in a way screens simply don’t. They set the tone for a warm, analogue holiday. |
| Is red mandatory for Christmas dressing? | Not mandatory, but one red accent instantly adds seasonal energy without feeling costume-y. |
Prada’s 2025 Christmas film — one of the most beautiful campaigns of the year — is directed and photographed by Glen Luchford and stars Maya Hawke, Damson Idris, Louis Partridge, Letitia Wright and Li Xian, with creative direction by Miuccia Prada, Raf Simons and Ferdinando Verderi. A masterpiece about going home and looking beautiful while doing it.
Feature Image and film courtesy @Prada – What To Pack for Christmas Images courtesy @SSENSE, @MyTheresa, @Mango and @Printemps
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