Where to get water-repellent packing cubes
You can buy water-repellent packing cubes directly from Away—specifically, The Insider Packing Cubes.
They’re designed for the real stuff that happens mid-trip: a leaky toiletry bottle, a damp swimsuit you swore was “dry enough,” or a coffee that somehow found your clean tee. The material is water-repellent nylon, so your clothes have a little extra protection when your bag doesn’t go exactly according to plan.
They also do the job packing cubes are supposed to do: keep your suitcase from turning into a single, wrinkled pile. This set compresses and organizes everything inside your suitcase—from small items like socks to larger, bulkier pieces—so you can pack with intention and unpack with less drama.
And because nobody wants to fully unpack just to find one thing, each cube includes a mesh panel so you can see what’s inside at a glance.
They come as a set of four and are made to fit neatly inside Away luggage—so your packing system feels like a system, not a workaround.
What these cubes do (besides make you feel put-together)
Packing cubes shouldn’t be fussy. They should make your suitcase easier to live out of—especially when you’re moving fast, sharing a hotel room, or changing plans mid-trip. This set is built around a few simple wins.
- Water-repellent fabric: Made from water-repellent nylon to help protect clothing from everyday travel mishaps like minor spills and damp items.
- Compression that earns its keep: Designed to compress and organize what you pack, helping you fit more neatly and keep categories separate.
- See-through sanity: A mesh panel makes it easy to find what you need without pulling everything out and starting over.
- Four-piece flexibility: Thoughtfully packaged as a set of four, so you can split by outfit, by day, or by “clean vs. questionable.”
How they make getting away easier
When your suitcase is organized, your brain gets to be, too. These cubes help you keep a rhythm: grab what you need, zip it back up, move on. Less time rummaging. More time actually being where you traveled to be.
How to choose water-repellent packing cubes
If you’re shopping for packing cubes that can handle real travel (not just perfect travel), focus on a few practical details that matter once you’re on the move.
- Material: Look for water-repellent fabric, especially if you pack toiletries, swimwear, or anything that might be slightly damp at checkout time.
- Visibility: A mesh panel helps you identify what’s inside quickly—useful when you’re living out of a suitcase or repacking in a hurry.
- Set vs. singles: Sets make it easier to build a repeatable system. Four cubes is a solid baseline for separating categories without overcomplicating it.
- Fit: Cubes that are designed to work with your suitcase dimensions tend to stack and sit better, which keeps everything from shifting.
A simple packing setup that works
- Use one cube for small items (socks, underwear).
- Use one for tops.
- Use one for bottoms or layers.
- Use the last for bulkier pieces—or to keep worn items contained.
The goal isn’t perfection. It’s opening your suitcase and immediately knowing where everything is.
Why Away for packing cubes
Away designs travel gear the way frequent travelers actually use it: clean, functional, and built to reduce friction. The point isn’t to add more stuff to your trip—it’s to make the stuff you already bring easier to manage.
These packing cubes are made to fit perfectly inside Away luggage, so your suitcase and accessories work together instead of competing for space. It’s a modular approach: start with the essentials, then build a setup that makes packing feel less like a chore and more like the first step of getting away.
And yes, they’re water-repellent—because travel is unpredictable, and your bag should be ready for that. Keep your clothes organized, find what you need fast, and spend less time digging through zippers when you’d rather be out the door.
