Train Case

I know a lot of us will be traveling this week for Thanksgiving, and a few serious beauty mavens will likely tote a train case with them. Train cases are a bit of an investment, but if you want a portable solution for organization, they're worth the expenditure.

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Most of my friends, whether they're really into makeup or not, have so many products that they have a hard time organizing everything. Take a cue from the pros, I say, and consider investing in a train case. Makeup artists tote these to photo shoots and fashion shows, and they've always seemed like a good way to keep things in one place.

I've been admiring this Solia Jet Setter case ($59.95), which has a rubbery exterior and fabric-lined trays inside. But since there are so many out there, I'd like to hear which ones you love—or just lust after. Share your favorites by tagging your choices with the phrase "train case." I'll feature the readers' favorites on BellaSugar next Tuesday, November 20.

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So long Caboodles and hello Goyard! A highly anticipated ultimate holiday gift for the rich and famous will arrive exclusively at Bergdorf Goodman in limited-edition quantities by special order. As you may remember, I am a huge fan of Goyard. My laptop bag is one of my prized possessions, but after seeing this extravagant train case designed by Gucci Westman from Lancome and Goyard, I find myself coveting this!

It's a beauty editor's dream come true to own this hand-crafted white canvas printed case, which is enhanced with cognac colored leather (you know, the kind that looks even better as it gets worn in over time).

Unfortunately, I'd have to win the lottery to actually have that dream come true, since the makeup case sells for a whopping $18,000. I guess it's not totally outer limits, considering it's pimped out with multiple removable compartments, a mirror and a white makeup bag and 36 of Gucci Westman’s makeup essentials — I'm kidding, of course. But still, it sure would look pretty sitting on my vanity!

When you love makeup as much as I do, it helps to have a professional-grade makeup case. I particularly like this roomy, easy-to-carry Japonesque Train Case ($60), with its seemingly bottomless accordion-tiered trays. It's made from vinyl-wrapped wood and chrome trim, so it will withstand tons of toting around, and the case can be wiped down easily when it's time for cleaning.

If pink isn't your color, it's also available in black, red, green, and lavender. To see more photos of the case, read more