Newest regs are one carry one suitcase that can be put under your seat or in overhang and a tote bag. I take the biggest tote I can find for change of undies, pj's and deordorant, make up, meds, book to read, etc.. and put my purse in there too. Used to be a woman could carry her purse besides the tote but not any more. Make sure you take only small shampoos, etc., think only up to 2 oz. each and they have to be in zip lock plastic baggies. Do you still have to take off your shoes at the baggage scan? May in Jersey