Winter...yuck...I am NOT a cold weather person at all. So far no vacation plans for me, but lots of my friends are going places, so this one is for them. The prospect of going away on vacation is a true mixed bag of several emotions. First of course you're excited and full of anticipation. The weather will be beautiful, you're leaving all your cares behind, it's a great feeling. A great feeling that for many lasts only a few fleeting moments when we drag the dusty suitcase out of the attic and realize we have to put everything we want to wear for ONE WHOLE WEEK in that little tiny bag!!, (Even if it's the largest of the 3 in the set..let's face it, it's still not big enough). It's hard enough some mornings just picking out what you're going to wear for the DAY, let alone a whole week.
The first suggestion I have is to first check the long-term weather forecast for the area you're traveling too. You want to make sure you have at least the proper inclement essentials, umbrella, closed toed shoes, snow boots..yuck again, but for those traveling to a ski resort. Next jot down a list of activities you're most likely going to be participating in. Do you run or work out on vacation? Don't forget the proper footwear, layered workout wear and extra underwear for each day you plan on getting some exercise in. Are you going to be doing a lot of sightseeing, walking, will you be in air conditioning? Once you have that down, you can begin by laying out each days worth of clothing, giving you're self some mix and match options. It's a great idea to also plan what you're going to wear while traveling, you certainly want to be comfy in the plane (or if you're me...in the car).
I like an outfit that can go from day to night (unless you're on the beach all day and can't wear a swim suit to dinner) you can sight see in a pretty sundress and flip flops or wedgies (which may prove to be the more comfortable option) and dress it up for dinner adding some special accessories, changing your big straw bag for a small evening one. Cold weather? How jeans and turtle neck during the day (with a colorful scarf of course) switch out the pants for a skirt and tights.
They key here is to get the most wardrobe options while taking the least amount of clothes. It is best however to pack one or two extra tops just in case of any mishaps during the day.
Most importantly leave enough room in your suit case to BRING home more STUFF!!!!
