Essential Summer Packing Tips

Excited for your vacation this summer? Don't know where to begin when it comes to packing? If you are like us, you want to pack your entire closet on your trip!

When packing it is important to know there is definitely a balance between packing light and packing essentials.

Where are you headed? Is it some mountain air? Will you need layers? Will you be at the beach and need swimwear? Site-seeing in Europe where comfortable walking shoes are a must?

Although some of us are not list makers, this could be the time it pays off, literally. An overweight checked bag could cost you over $70......... Do not overpack and let's be honest and realistic about the things you will actually wear.

If you are flying to your destination, it is a good idea to wear your heaviest things that day. For example, jeans, a tank and a sweater. Airplanes tend to be cold anyway

Another thing to consider is the colors you are packing. Create versatile cohesive looks that are classic with a touch of trendy.

One week trip: Pack 6-8 pieces

Your list could look something like this:

-4 tops

-2 bottoms

-2 dresses

Two week trip: 8-12 pieces

Your list could look something like this:

-6 tops

-3 bottoms

-3 dresses

Three week trip: 12-18

Your list could look something like this:

-10 tops

-4 bottoms

-3 dresses

Our Packing List

Our packing list contains 18 pieces of clothing, two accessory pieces and four pairs of shoes. From these items, there is the possibility of 29 day outfits, Eight evening outfits and one beach outfit! This list would be ideal for a 3-4 week long trip.

Tops:

Scoop Tee

Cami Top

Tank Top

Sleeveless Blouse

Long Sleeve Blouse

Denim tie up

Bottoms:

Jeans

Denim skirt

White shorts

Denim shorts

Neutral shorts

Dress:

Long Dress

Short Dress

Romper/jump suit

Jacket:

Light sweater

Denim Flannel

Shoes:

Comfortable walking shoes

Neutral sandals

Sandals with pop of color

Wedges

Water:

Bathing suit

Cover up

Accessories:

Summer hat

Summer scarf

Day Outfits

These outfits are perfect for any occasion...visiting museums, touring vineyards or walking the beach. Comfortable fabrics and shoes are key.

Evening Outfits

All you need are a few solid pieces, and from there, it is easy to mix and match your evening wear. Make sure you pack a little black dress just in case you meet someone special ;)

Our Key Pieces

Red shoes: it is important to add a pop of color every once in awhile, so these are perfect!

Hat: grab your favorite hat! It adds a little something to your look. Also, great for shielding the sun and bad hair days!

Neutral shorts: it's simple. they go with everything AND they are comfortable!

Our accessory suggestions:

If you are packing several neutral colors, it is always a good idea to pack accessories with pops of color! Accessories are small, so it's not a big deal if you pack a few extra. :)

Shop our packing list:

Tops:

Bottoms:

Jeans

Denim skirt

White shorts