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Wear to Where: Proper Packing

05.25.11

Whether your car is full of gas or your plane tickets are burning a hole in your inbox it's time to get the heck out of dodge. Even if you're only traveling a short distance this Memorial weekend, packing properly is the essential first step to having a great trip. What should I pack, you ask? Well I'm here to go over some basics as well as some commonly made mistakes.

#1 - Nothing gets packed unless it goes with at least two other pieces! (Hint: this is also a great tip when buying clothes). We all fall into the pattern of over packing with miss-matched items thinking that we’ll have some ah-ha moment and make a spectacular outfit. Don’t do it, make a plan! List all the places and events included in your travel itinerary and think of the clothes that will be perfect for them.

#2 - Commit to neutrals on at least one half of your body; save the other half for prints. For instance pair a bohemian printed skirt with a white tank, or a striped Breton top with your favorite denim. Remember that the color grey is the best working neutral for both day and night.

#3 - Bring accessories. One of the ways you can be stylish is by adding a statement necklace or a wrist full of bangles. They will certainly take up less space and will still allow you to create different looks. Avoid bringing your expensive pieces; there's no better vacation buzz kill than losing an expensive or sentimental item.

#4- This might be controversial for my shoe lovers (if you know me personally you might think I didn't write this) but limit shoes to no more than two or three pairs. Remember your outfits should have already been preselected, so there just is no need for the extra baggage. A pair of comfortable sandals or even espadrilles would work well, and one dressier pair for evening is all you really need.

Now, that you have a plan it’s time to pack, I suggest rolling, NOT folding. You'll find that you will have a lot more space and the items won't shift around so easily. Make sure all toiletries are separated into plastic bags! Shoes should be neatly wrapped in a shoe bag with jewelry tucked inside the toe. You're all set, have a great weekend and I’ll see you next Wednesday.

Leslie Christen writes "Wear to Where" for pacific-creative.digital each week. She is the owner of Leslie Christen | LifeStyling a business that does personal shopping, fashion styling, closet edits and organization. For tips on What to Wear and Where to Buy view her website at www.LeslieChristen.com and contact her at Style@LeslieChristen.com.

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