Summer travel is here—doesn’t it feel all the more special since we couldn’t do it last summer? I know I’m so grateful. Here are some quick tips for you and your suitcase. Buon viaggio, everyone!
Start with your shoes. Determine what you’ll need based on where you’re going. To the beach? Then sandals, flip-flops, pretty going-to-dinner shoes (not necessarily a heel). Sight-seeing? Then comfy-but-still-cute sandals and sneakers for lots of walking. Aim for 4-6 pairs in total.
Build your outfits up from the shoes you choose. If you start the other way around (with the outfits), often you end up needing to bring too many pairs of—heavy, space-consuming—shoes. Choosing a color story (blue/white/bronze for example) or a motif (florals) helps to ensure most items mix-n-match and can be worn multiple ways and multiple times. Be sure to include shoes and accessories in your color stories, too.
Remember the in-between times. Bring casual but presentable pieces to wear to breakfast or for lounging around in the afternoon, taking a walk or post-spa treatment. I’ve added a few ideas in the photo above—click here for more details.
And, last but not least—The White Rule: if you’re packing white jeans/pants, bring more than one pair. They just always seem to get a stain or a little “dingy “ if you wear them on repeat while away. Here are a few of my current favorites!
Safe and Happy Travels to you!