Packing For A Summer Break In The Sun

If you’ve booked a vacation to somewhere exotic this summer, you’re most probably counting down the days until your plane leaves. Summer is all about getting away from everyday life and taking a much-needed break. Once you’ve picked your destination, chosen your travel buddies and booked your trip, the next thing to think about is packing. You would think that packing for vacation would be easy, but with weight limits to think about, it can be a real struggle. There’s also the worry of whether you need to buy new clothes for your trip, and if you do, what you should get. Want to know how to nail summer vacation packing without the stress? Read on!

Go through your closet

Just because a piece is from last summer, that doesn’t mean you should discount it. Styles come and go, but that doesn’t mean you can’t work an older piece into your vacation closet. If the piece is smart and stylish, then there’s no reason not to wear it. Any pieces that have gone out of style, however, don’t hold onto, get rid of. As you go through your closet, look at what you have and work out what you need. For instance, a selection of swimwear and a range of cover-ups are a must, if you don’t have enough of these, you need to invest in more. Two bikinis are the minimum for any vacation. After all, there’s nothing worse than having to put on a wet, sandy bikini, is there?

Pack a capsule wardrobe

The best way to ensure that the luggage limits that come with your vacation don’t affect your style is to pack a capsule wardrobe. The great thing about capsule wardrobes is that you only need to pack a few item, and you’ve got everything that you need for stylish trip. The great thing about a capsule wardrobe is that it’s not too hard to create. It’s just a case of deciding what your essentials are. For instance, if you love wearing cut off shorts and pair them with casual but stylish sneakers like Vans, packing a selection of tops that pair well is a must. Or, if you love wearing dresses, pack a couple of cute ones plus a denim jacket to mix and match with them.

Don’t forget accessories and beauty essentials

For any trip, two of the most essential things are your accessories and beauty items. Without a selection of accessories, bringing your outfits to life can be a struggle. Write a list of all the accessories that you want to take with you, from jewelry to hats, to ensure that you don’t forget anything. Remember to think about your clothing when you pick your pieces, to make sure that you’ve got accessories that will work well. I do this by laying out my clothes on my bed so I can see them all and then place the accessories over top to make sure they all go (not match, but “go”).

As for beauty essentials, you may find it helpful to put together a list for these too. That way, you can ensure that you don’t forget anything. Steer clear of any makeup that’s too heavy – for warm weather a natural makeup look is always best. You might also want to grab a makeup setting spray, to ensure your makeup stays in place all day.

Packing for a summer vacation comes with a lot to think about. From the weight limits for your bag to the essential items that you have to have, there’s a lot to take into account. Hopefully, the above guide will help you to ensure that you get your holiday packing just right.  

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