By Megan Manecke, Lifestyles Editor
That vacation you have been eagerly awaiting is just around the corner. You have booked your flight, made hotel reservations, and have decided what sights to see. So what else do you have left to do? Pack, that dreaded four letter word that overwhelms most women at the thought of it. You have to make sure everything fits in your bag, what is appropriate for the weather, prepare if the weather is bad, and so on. Below are a few tips from Stylist Alegra Torel.
First, always bring several separate pieces. This way you can mix and match and you can wear each piece more than once. This will also make your suitcase lighter. You should chose pieces that you can dress up with heels or dress down for the daytime.
Second, do not take things that you are not sure you would wear. If it is something that you love one day but hate the next, leave it home. Only bring things you are sure you will wear and if you wear something less than three times a year, leave it in the closet.
Keep in mind the weather, who you are going to see, and what the purpose of your visit is. Mentally browse clothes before going to your closet, this will save you time because you will have an idea of what you want to pick out. Once you have everything ready to go, you can determine the size bag you will need and you don’t want to take a bag larger than necessary. After weeding through your closet and fitting those pieces into your suitcase you are good to go!
Alegra Torel has her own trademark style of classic and contemporary influences and is quickly rising in the fashion and beauty industry. With clients in the U.S. and Europe, Alegra is the style voice for a new generation. She offers versatility, practical how-to-advice and tips, combined with her sense of style and professionalism.
Do you have any advice on how to pack or fashion in general? We would love to hear it!