Packing your clothes for an upcoming trip can be a daunting task.
Photo by Artem Beliaikin from PexelsPutting together a stylish wardrobe can be overwhelming especially if you have to fit it into one suitcase due to your airline’s baggage allowance. Whether you are traveling for a fun holiday, a business meeting, or a special occasion, it’s best to travel light and still look chic and comfortable while you’re at it.
Plan and organize your basics, bring statement pieces like your favorite necklace or the burgundy silk scarf you can wear with every style, your treasured leather jacket, and a pretty little black dress that can go from day to night through the addition of a few accessories or layers. Think practical yet functional to maximize the most of your wardrobe to look stylish and well put together on your trip.
To help you out we have listed 7 chic tips to stay stylish while traveling.
Transform your outfits with jewelry
It is not necessary to buy a whole new wardrobe just to look chic and stylish on your next travels. Use your accent jewelry such as a black pearl necklace, an elegant bangle, or even your treasured watch you inherited from your grandmother.
Pearls or other statement jewels can elevate even the most basic pair of blue jeans and a blouse. A sparkly bangle or a cocktail ring can elevate your look without appearing overdone. Always remember to keep your valuables in your handbag and not in your check-in luggage to avoid unwanted theft.
Pack the classics
Challenge yourself and select your best pieces that are both functional and designed with classic lines and structure. Find articles in your wardrobe that are versatile and can work for a casual dinner, a formal lunch, or a business meeting without bringing added bulk to your travel bag.
Always take into consideration the weather at your final destination and include your favorite blouse, jacket, and skirt that are both comfortable and can adapt to your itinerary and last for the duration of your trip.
Photo by mentatdgt from PexelsAssign a bag for toiletries and beauty essentials
Be organized by making sure you have your essential toiletries and beauty products with you at all times. Wearing the right kind of make-up on your trip will make you look polished and stylish. Include the basics such as long-lasting foundation, sheer powder, blush, lipstick, and mascara.
Smaller travel-friendly sizes of your go-to lotion, moisturizer, perfume, and hair products can do wonders to boost your spirits to look your best while you’re away from home.
Include a few statement pieces
Twenty percent of your wardrobe should be statement pieces that can be mixed matched with basic pieces to fit any occasion. A dark pair of blue jeans, a black blouse, a fun sundress, or a warm sweater can all be coordinated while you are on your trip. Statement pieces can be combined with your basic t-shirt or shorts to create a whole new outfit that can make you look fresh and fashionable.
For example, combine a plain black tank top with shorts for a sporty activity. That same basic tank top when paired with statement pieces like an elegant pencil skirt or a chic designer cardigan can become a dressy outfit for a nice romantic dinner in town.
Layer it up or down
While on a trip abroad, layering is the key to dressing your wardrobe up or down. A sleek dress for a night on the town can be dressed down with a cute denim jacket that will work better during the day. In the same way, your slimming pair of denim jeans with a plain white blouse can instantly be dressed up with an added layer of an intricately designed scarf.
Traveling with a pair of stockings, warm socks, a feminine scarf, cardigan, or jacket is a good way to update an outfit. Dressing in layers or by adding and subtracting pieces works well for the varying changes in temperature while in transit.
Step in comfort
An effective way to spice up an outfit is by picking out an eye-catching shoe with a solid color. If you have a conservative aesthetic, basic neutral colors work just as well. Travelling will mean a lot of walking if you plan to go sightseeing around the city or countryside. So this means you need to pack your most comfortable pair of shoes with a cushioned sole that not only support your feet but match the clothes you have packed for the trip as well.
Depending on the weather and where you’re going to, pack a pair of flip flops for the beach, sandals that can work from day to nighttime, walking sneakers, and classic pumps or strappy heels for a more formal occasion.
Take your destination into account
If you’re scheduled to visit a top tropical destination, put together your best cotton dresses, tops, pants, and skirts. Depending on where you decide to go it is important to do your research on the current weather situation so you will be prepared upon arrival.
Packing light for a cold destination is a challenge, but you shouldn’t forget to bring your warmest scarves, socks, gloves that work well when layering an outfit. Take into consideration the local customs and traditions in the country you are going to. A skimpy outfit may not be socially accepted in a country with strict religious customs. Be conscientious and respectful of others when traveling, remember being stylish does not necessarily mean showing too much skin.
Plan ahead and pack your best fashion pieces to look stylish and chic while traveling. A basic white blouse can be spruced up with a classic pearl necklace, a dainty scarf, or your vintage jacket. The combinations are endless with a little creativity.
Arm yourself with practical statement pieces that can be mix-matched from day to night to make the most of your wardrobe. Looking stylish and comfortable on your travels will not only boost your confidence and make a good impression on others but will get you to take great photographs which you can look back on and cherish!
