I’ve been getting a lot of questions about good travel bags – so here are some great cross body bags under $60! There’s something for every style and budget. I personally love bags that have a little wider width (which you can see on the QVC bag & the Apt 9 bag), so each of… Continue reading Cross Body Travel Bags Under $60
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Translating Packing Lists Into Real Life
I shared my planned packing list list for Italy, but wanted to follow up and show how it panned out in real life. It’s easy to say you’re going to pack light, but it can be harder to actually do it! Honestly, packing light takes a little more planning on the front end, but makes your trip… Continue reading Translating Packing Lists Into Real Life
Capsule Wardrobe for Every Season
I’m always on a mission to pack less. Carrying on is a way of life and I can’t recommend it enough!What I’ve realized is having a basic selection of clothes for every season is the perfect building block for packing. With these capsule wardrobes, I start with these basics – then add or take away… Continue reading Capsule Wardrobe for Every Season
Which Shoes Should I Pack?
SHOES. We all love them. But they take up SO. MUCH. ROOM. in your suitcase. Packing less almost always starts with shoes, because unfortunately, they take up the most space (especially in winter). The research I’ve done, talking to others along with my own trial & error, I’ve found that 3 is the magic number.… Continue reading Which Shoes Should I Pack?
How To Pack for a Semester Abroad
As I’ve said before, I am a reformed over-packer. True Life: We wore all of our clothes on the plane to avoid being charged for heavy bags. I mean I really, really, REALLY badly overpacked. Always. It’s embarrassing to think about how much I towed around for almost no reason.When I was a senior in college,… Continue reading How To Pack for a Semester Abroad
Packing for Hot & Cold Weather in One Carry On
For the second year in a row, we’re going to the tropics & the arctic tundra in one trip. Last year was Mexico & Montana, and this year it’s Florida & South Dakota. Brrrrrrr.Last year, I was able to fit everything for a beach anniversary trip & a snowboarding trip in ONE carry on. This… Continue reading Packing for Hot & Cold Weather in One Carry On
Packing Math
Nobody likes math. Everyone likes lighter suitcases.This is the kind of equation I can get behind. H M short sleeve jersey dress, $24 / H M long sleeve button shirt, $31 / H M grey sweat shirt, $24 / Mustard yellow cardigan, $24 / J Crew button down top / Jumpers sweater, $130 / American… Continue reading Packing Math