For artist and maker Chloe Caroline, what’s in her bag isn’t just about what keeps her grounded – it’s about what keeps her grounded.
Between music video shoots, content creation and daily walks to the beach (where she says many of her best ideas come from), Caroline’s essentials help her stay creative, balanced and camera-ready wherever she goes.
Here’s the thing she never leaves home without.

Essential Products Inside Chloé Caroline’s Bag
Credit: Ian Moore/Mashable Composite; Spotify/Instagram
Content Creator Basics
These first two are basic content creator needs other than my iPhone and MacBook Pro. First up: my mini iPhone tripod. I easily travel everywhere with it. And my little attachable ring light for my iPhone.
mini iPhone tripod
Attachable Ring Light for iPhone
Beauty Products That Make You Look Camera-Ready
These next three products help me look good on camera in every photo and video, even when I don’t have access to mascara or the rest of my makeup.
Elf Cosmetics Glossy Lip Stain in Spicy Sienna
Tower 28 Sunny Days Tinted SPF 30 and Swipe Hydrating Concealer
Ritual De Fill Inner Glow Cream Pigment
gear that keeps the music going
JLab LX ANC Headphones
$54.99
at walmart
$79.99
Save $25.00
These are incredible noise-canceling Bluetooth headphones that have a “Stay Aware” mode and long battery life for long editing sessions.
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JLab Create Wireless LAV Mic System, EPIC Talk Microphone and GoParty Bluetooth Speaker
These are perfect for playback during my music video shoots (you can connect up to 100 speakers!).
taylor 210e acoustic guitar
I mean, I started making stuff with just me and a guitar, so I can’t forget about it.
Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation Audio Interface
$299.99
on amazon
$329.98
Save $29.99
It’s small, portable, and great for both beginners and experienced users. I use it most when I’m recording at home or even live recording for high quality acoustic videos.
Smart accessories for creators on the go
ZVE Crossbody Wallet Case for iPhone 16 Pro
I sometimes go for a walk while editing, and it wraps around me making it easy for me to hold the phone. It can also be used as a kickstand.
mindfulness essentials
a magazine
I need it to write affirmations, gratitudes, and goals for the week. This keeps my mind a little less cluttered!
Intelligent
It may sound woo-woo, but it makes it easier to film in an environment that feels relaxing to me and smells good.
Chloe Caroline is a paid contributor to Mashable.