I’m going to try a little extracurricular blogging, sharing some of my other interests and having some fun. I thought I would kick things off with a vacation! Later this week, my husband and I are going to London to celebrate our wedding anniversary and relax in the city. I LOVE London… I spent a summer there in college and I’m really looking forward to revisiting my old haunts.
Half the fun of going on vacation is the preparation–thinking about what you’ll do, where you’ll stay, and for me, what I’ll wear. I’ve been reading up on some “smart packing” strategies that really helped me pare down my packing list and leave plenty of room in my suitcase for Topshop & Brick Lane! So I thought it’d be fun to share my list! I laid everything out on the bed, and here’s what made the final cut!
I wanted to make sure I packed plenty of layers in a somewhat limited color scheme, and I included elements for different events (& weather forecasts): our anniversary dinner, long days of sightseeing, lazy days in the park, late night drinks, a night at the theatre, and gave myself enough options to create different looks with these key pieces.
Going clockwise, Look 1: Military jacket, chambray shirt (Jcrew Factory), Ombre scarf (Gap), Skirt (CItizens of Humanity via Anthro), Wooden bangle (H&M)
Look 2: Dress (Graham & Spencer, old UAL find), Sweater (Target), Scarf (Vintage)
Look 3: Dress (Madewell), Cardigan (Splendid), Belt (H&M)
Basics: 2 Long Sleeve T-Shirts (white & black); 2 pairs of skinnies (blue JBrands, black Joe’s); my vintage gold tassel necklace & favorite blue embroidered headband
Shoes (going clockwise): Clarks Desert Boots,Clarks Leather Wedges (similar style), Nine West flats, Jack Purcells
When I’m in London, I’ll snap a photo of what I end up wearing and report back on my packing strategy!
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