This size is perfect for everyday use. My go-to purse is this size and I am always surprised how much I can fit into it without it looking overstuffed. If you carry a mid-size purse every day you NEED to put some of these items in it. You will thank me later.

Advil

Breathe Mints

Hair Tie

Tissues

Cash

Safety Pins

Chap Stick/ Lipstick: Whether you are a lipstick or ChapStick girl it is smart to keep your favorite brand of either in your purse; I keep both. I always keep a spare chap stick in my purse and if I am wearing lipstick that day (which usually I am) I throw that in there too before I head off for the day. You do not know how much chapped lips with annoying you until it happens.

Pen: I know what you are thinking, “If I need to write something down, I will just put a note in my phone.” Not everything can be written down in a phone.

There have been multiple instances where I needed one and was so thankful for the little red pen I keep tucked in the bottom of my purse. Trust me, pack a pen.

Band-Aid: I keep my nails long which is sometimes a problem because I scratch myself and others all the time. I don’t mean to, but when your arm is bleeding, and you have to write a paper; you end up getting blood everywhere. It is a real helper and it is so tiny it will take up no space, so what is the harm in throwing one in there?

Tampon: I don’t think I need to describe why you might need this.

Roller Perfume: Get your signature scent in a tiny roll-on. Smelling bad isn’t cute on anyone.

Hand Sanitizer: Let’s face it; the outdoor places are dirty. City or suburb, there are some gross places out there. Hand sanitizer may sound like something your mom would carry, but maybe it is time you took a note from her book.

Pepper Spray: I live in a city, so I am a bit of a worry wort. You don’t know that there isn’t a mugger behind that dark corner. It is best to be prepared in case that happens.

Condom: Being responsible isn’t slutty. Carrying a condom is being a responsible adult who doesn’t want a child. Not a mark of a slut who is always ready for action. You never know when you when the moment will strike, don’t be unprepared.