Pack Like A Pro

Pack Like A Pro, featuring a trolley luggage

Can you believe it... Summer is almost over!! Though it doesn't mean all the fun has to be over, right? It's been one of the busiest summers I can remember. It feels like I've traveled around the world. I mean, I didn't make it around the world, but I did travel a lot. There are the week-long trips to California and to Croatia, a couple of weekend getaways, and some mini trips to visit friends and family. There were definitely times I found myself repacking my bags before I could fully unpack from the trip before. 

Don't get me wrong,I'm not complaining! Instead, I feel extremely blessed and satisfied. I find myself learning more than ever when I'm traveling. If not learning about anything else, I know at least I learned to pack pretty well. You know how it is... it's not always easy to travel light AND stay fashionable at the same time. After reading an article about traveling-in-style by Ilaria Urbinati (a celebrity stylist and the owner of Confederacy Boutique in LA) and combining my personal experiences, this is my guide to a no-fail packing. As long as these basic items are packed, you're good to go for a 3-day-weekend, and you can easily build from here for a longer trip: 

-The Basics-

3 pairs of socks (personally I don't dig socks, I can go with less)

4 pairs of undies

2 pairs of bras 

-The Pieces-

1 White Button-up (you can make it business casual, or wear it over jean shorts, or as a bathing suit cover!!)

2 Tank tops

2 Basic Tees (Dress them up or sleep in them, your choice!)

1 pair of skinny jeans

1 pair of denim cutoffs (Mine is from American Eagle) 

1 pair of shorts(Usually dressier than the denim one)

1 Going-out kind of dress

1 Sundress or skirt

1 Cardigan 

1 Blazer (it dresses up everything.)

1 pair of bikinis 

1 pair of flip flops or sandals

1 pair of flats (Sometimes I go with my Converse instead)

1 pair of nude heels (They go with everything and makes your legs look crazy long! I'm thinking Christian Louboutin.)

-The Beauty-

1 Makeup Bag (I'm obsessed with my Trish McEvoy Makeup Planner, it keeps all my makeup super organized!) 

1 Toiletry bag (I heard Bare Bag is awesome, it doubles as a clutch! Go get one!)

Fascial cleansing towelettes 

Tinted Moisturizer with sunscreen

Lip Balm (or Aquaphor, or anything muti-purpose is great.)

Toothbrush and toothpaste

Body Lotion

Hair Bands and hair brush

Shampoo and Conditioner(Don't ever risk for a bad hair day!)

-The Extra- 

1 pair of Sunglasses

1 light scarf

1 pair of hoop earrings

1 day bag (Big fan of my Foley & Corinna City Tote, one bag with two looks!) 

1 nighttime clutch (If not double tasking my toiletry bag!)

1 Personal first-aid kit (usually just some cute band-aids in there)

AND

Passport, if you're leaving the country!!

I know it looks like a long list, but it really is not a lot. They usually fit loosely in my one-and-only duffle bag, which fits the carry-on standard. For colder season, This is still my starting point when I pack. I just add on warmer clothing items from here. Whether I'm driving, flying or kayaking through the ocean, I usually throw on the jeans with one of the tees, either flip-flop or Converse(easy for security check), and have the cardigan in my tote in case I get cold. It's important to travel comfortably, and it's also important (or more important) to travel in style!! When I can achieve both?! I'm not gonna lie, I do feel like a rock star! 


xxoo

Pratesi trolley luggage
$2,300 - forzieri.com

Ghurka duffel luggage
$1,095 - couture.zappos.com