As summer solstice has officially begun (astronomically speaking), I wanted to share my tips to help you pack for a beach holiday.
How many of you have packed more than what you needed?
Simply put, think about holiday packing, almost like a mini capsule wardrobe.
It’s all in the planning.
Make a list
List out each day and what you’ll be doing roughly speaking (sight seeing, boat trip, beach, shopping etc). When you know how you’ll be spending your time, you’ll find it easier to pack what you need. Research the weather so you know whether you need to pack a rain jacket or an umbrella.
Get them out
You want to lay everything out that ideally you’d like to take and put them out on say a bed so you can see everything. When they’re all laid out see how easily they combine together in terms of colours and how many outfits you have.
For example, do you really want to take that one top if you’ve got nothing to wear it with when you’re over there? Leave it at home.
Interchangeable pieces
These are items which you can wear differently or use differently or wear for both day and night.
For example, your handbag that you travel to the airport with, could that also be used for the beach?
Another idea is a pashmina, which you might have as like a coverup for the evenings if it does get a little bit cooler, but you can also use it as a sarong.
Shoes and bags
How many of you take too many pairs of shoes? What I like to do is restrict my footwear, which is a challenge I have to admit.
And, I take one bag. I choose on practicality and ideally in neutrals or metallic colours so they’ll combine easily with other items.
Example
In this video, I’m sharing what I’m packing for a four night break to Spain.
Summary
Planning your outfits and what you’ll wear means you won’t overpack and when you get into the habit, it becomes less of a chore!
If you are finding that there isn’t enough outfits then this is where a carefully planned shopping trip can help. Because you’ll know the specifics of what you’re doing it will also make it easier to shop with purpose!
Help is available! Whether it’s shopping or identifying the right colours and styles for you, don’t struggle alone.