You'll Need...
- Your Suitcase
- Carry On Bag
- Killer Playlist
- A Buddy (lucky for me A agreed to sit in on my packing process)
- Mirrors (preferably full length)
1. Press play on that playlist and let the fashion show begin. I usually start by trying a few different outfit possibilities to start building a foundation or color palette I can work with. Then I can add different pieces that will mix and match with each other. This part is great to have a buddy so they can share their opinions on what works well and what doesn't.
2. Find shoes that go with every outfit. I stick to neutrals or blacks. It just makes everything easier. I usually bring 2 pairs of wedges or heels, a pair of gym shoes, a pair of flip flops for the pool/beach and another pair of nicer flip flops to wear at night.
3. As you narrow down your day or night outfits now move to any workout clothes, pajamas, swimwear or loungewear items you'd like to bring and place them in their own pile.
4. Let these piles sit for a day or so outside of your suitcase. As you let your choices sit in your mind, you'll either feel confident about your decisions, feel like you've packed too much or not enough. Usually at this point I end up pulling an item or 2 out of my piles realizing that I don't need that many choices.
5. Go back to your piles and think about how many outfits or pieces you really need...I'm going to be gone for 7 days and here's what I'm bringing
- 1 pair of jean capri pants
- 1 pair of leggings
- 4 tops
- 2 dresses
- 1 skirt
- 2 workout tops & pants
- 4 pairs of shoes
- 2 swimsuits
- pajamas
- loungewear outfit
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| Everything is all packed away with plenty of room to spare to add some new additions from the trip :) |
6. Begin packing your suitcase with shoes on the bottom and try to fold or roll your clothes so you can make the most of your space. Then start adding in those other essential items you'll need.
7. Then it's on to accessories. When traveling I like to bring a simple set of gold and silver jewelry then a few nicer things to add on dressier occasions. I lay out these pieces and have my jewelry case ready to go. This is just in case I wear something in the days leading up to my departure.
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| I have a few things for gold, silver and to mix & match. I bring a small pouch for earrings and another for rings. An easy way to keep things organized. |
8. I also prep my toiletries. I refill any medications, hair products or lotions so I'm sure I'm prepared. Then I pack any "extra" items I have for travel: razor, toothbrush, toothpaste, hair accesories etc.
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| I love this organizer from L.L. Bean. There's a spot for everything! And you can get it monogrammed with your name or initials if your heart desires |
9. Lastly is the makeup and hair styling tools. I wait to pack these until the day I leave so I can use them and throw them right into my toiletry bag. It's easy and I know I'm not forgetting anything.
10. DON'T STRESS! The worst thing that could happen is you forgot something. Luckily there are drug stores and Targets pretty much everywhere so you can always buy what you may have left behind.
I hope my packing ritual helps you tackle what can be a mundane or stressful project, in a more organized and fun way. And always ask your buddy if you really need that extra pair of shoes or one more top. They'll be honest with you and help you keep that weight down on your suitcase. Just think the lower the starting weight, the more you can buy! :)
xoxo,
B.
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