Month: September 2014

Into the Duffle

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So last week we covered my favorite things to bring “on the way” to a trip and this week we are going to cover what to bring for the trip itself. I am going to give you all a look into my duffle on a few necessities I cannot vacation without. First of all, I cannot go anywhere without a pair of nice skinny jeans. My absolute favorite brand is Blank N.Y.C. (pictured above). I mean no matter what the weather or venue… jeans work. Now in case you’ve worn the jeans to every dinner by the third night of the trip you may want to wear something else to change it up. This is why I always pack a cute dress, something light and easy to wear. Whenever you are wearing the dress you don’t want to be walking down 5th avenue and the wind give you a Marilyn Monroe look so I would pack a pair of spandex shorts… trust me, it doesn’t hurt to wear them. Also, I always bring a cotton basic tee because you never know what wardrobe malfunction you may have. As far as the shoes go I can’t leave anywhere without taking a pair of flats. Flats can go with so many things so even if your flip flops break while you’re pretending to be a showgirl, throw on the flats and it’ll be great. Yes, in the picture above you will see that I have put a topper with my necessities and that is because it is so versatile. Toppers easily dress up a plain top or can give you another layer of fabric when it get’s chilly at night.

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Now let’s talk about jewelry. Jewelry has always been my hardest part of packing because I feel like I need a different necklace and earrings for every outfit I take. I have decided that is so not true. My main jewelry that I pack is just a pair of stud earrings and a simple necklace. I have pictured a leather and pearl necklace because it can be worn dressy or casual and is great for every season.

On the Way..

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Traveling… Always so fun but when it comes to packing, lets face it, we all get stressed. So here’s a few of my fave things that make traveling a little more delightful. First of all, you can’t go anywhere without lip balm. My favorite kind is the “black tea and blackberry” from Jack Black. I also carry an Emi Jay hair tie because you never know when you may need to throw your hair up trying to get through security… we all know that’s always a struggle. Along with the hair situation, I constantly have a Banded headband with me just in case. Another favorite of mine is  a little pouch to keep all my necessities in because who wants to dig around in your purse trying to find an Emi Jay, to be honest that’s probably how I loose mine. Last but definitely not least is a mini-emergency kit. Friends let me tell you I cannot go anywhere without this handy thing. Whether you need a bandaid, hairspray, earring back, or even sewing kit… this has it all.

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Now what to wear while traveling 101 by… well, me. When I travel I don’t want to look like I have just rolled out of bed but I do want to feel like it. Traveling comfy is the way to go but how in the world do you do it? I usually where leggings and a cute tee with a cardigan or sweater in case the “hot flashing” lady next to me on the plane needs the air on full bast. Pictured above I am wearing a comfy “need coffee” tank (describing me extremely well on those 6 A.M. flights) with a sweatshirt cardigan. On the bottom I am wearing these great leggings with a skirt overlay which I have fallen deeply in love with. As far as shoes go, flats are my favorite to wear because I can easily slip them off going through security while being a little fashion forward.

So there are my favorite things to take and wear while traveling… check back in next week to take a look into my duffle and what to bring for the trip itself.