Best Ideas for Women’s Clothes for Travel
Packing the right clothes to travel – whether you’re on the road for a few days or a few weeks – can be difficult, especially when most airlines only allow a small carry-on bag without charging extra. Overpacking is a common problem for women travelers who want to bring a wide variety of outfits, shoes and accessories. Here are some tips on how to pack efficiently:
Wrinkle-resistant: Pack clothes that can be rolled up or folded when packed and do not need to be ironed when you arrive. Polyester, lyocell, and lycra are just some fabrics that are less resistant to wrinkles than others.
Multi-use: When you’re traveling, maximize your wardrobe by packing pieces that are reversible or, with an added jacket or different blouse, can be transformed into a new outfit. For example, a dress can be changed by wearing a different color sweater or scarf, a skirt can look like a new outfit when paired with a long sweater or a business jacket. Pack blouses that can be alternated with your pants or skirt and jackets that can be switched between your dresses and pants.
Neutral colors: Your main pieces – dresses, skirts and pants – should also be neutral colors so they are interchangeable. Want a splash of color? Add a vibrant accessory, such as a piece of jewelry or scarf.
Lightweight: Big bulky clothes take up way too much room in the suitcase. Instead, look to layer your outfits by using clothes made of lighter fabrics.
Shoes: Sneakers, shoes and dress shoes can take up a lot of room in a suitcase, so be sure to pack comfortable, lightweight shoes that go with more than one outfit.
Jackets: Of course you’ll need a basic coat or jacket in a neutral color to match all of your outfits as well as all of your events, from casual to dressy.
One great tip is to coordinate your outfits before you leave and then take photos of each on your phone. It’s a time-saving travel tip – when you’re on the road and living out of a suitcase, it’s normal to forget what you packed to go with what outfit. This is a much easier way to remember. For more information on clothes and travel, visit my clothing website at http://www.tammyleventboutique.com/.
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