The Best Fashion Guide for Your Next Vacation: What to Pack and What to Wear

travel guidePacking for a holiday doesn’t have to be stressful. You can pack without worrying when you plan your outfits ahead of time. Use this vacation fashion guide to make sure you have the best clothing, accessories, and shoes for your trip.

Planning before you pack

  • Decide on a personal style
  • Pick out outfits for the week or for the entire trip.
  • Plan your outfits ahead of time.
  • Think about what’s important for the trip.
  • Go shopping for outfits.
  • Research the fabric and look for the most comfortable styles.
  • Add accessories to create the look you want.
  • Think about comfort and get clothes that will make you want to stay in your hotel all day.
  • Plan the jewelry you’ll wear.
  • Plan out makeup and hair ideas for each day.
  • Make a list of must-have items.
  • Purchase any needed things.

How to Pack

No matter what your style, you need to consider what to pack when packing. Wearable and loose-fitting clothes are always a good idea.

This will help you pack light for your trip.

While there’s no set size of clothes, dress for the weather.

What to pack for a long trip

Small bags are best for traveling. It’s easier to carry everything you need on a plane and into your hotel room. It’s also the best way to ensure you can find everything on your trip.

Take a breath and avoid the space problem by packing clothing in pairs.

That way, you can easily take more than one outfit on a trip. Just add a couple extra pairs of shoes to your bag and your days are set.

Airline Size Can Be Complicated

It’s hard enough to know what size clothing to buy. It’s even harder when you’re on vacation. It’s important to know the airline that you’re flying. Find out their sizing chart to decide what clothes will fit you well.

The Right Accessories

Sometimes, the clothing is enough to create a stylish look, but you can still add accessories to complete the look.

What to pack for a short trip

Wear-once clothing

Opt for practical clothing that will never wear out, but be perfect for a short trip: denim shorts, a floral maxi dress, a great long-sleeved cotton button-down, a comfortable T-shirt, and flip-flops.

Ready-to-wear pieces that can be worn for multiple days, such as a blouse and skirt set that are versatile and can be worn separately, plus a button-up shirt for casual looks, and a pair of flared pants that can be worn as slacks or shorts.

The best thing about short trips: You’ll feel more comfortable and less weighed down, so you won’t have to worry about packing for multiple days.

We’ve rounded up a guide to some of our favorite picks.

What to wear on the plane
You should always wear flats and comfortable clothes, such as t-shirts, tunics, and jeans. Airplanes are not the place for heels or dress shoes. If you don’t want to pack tights or pants, you can wear leggings or shorts. You can always throw on a sweater or cardigan if it gets cold.

Packing light can be easy with long-sleeve shirts, leggings, tunics, and tunics. The only piece you should take with you is a blazer. You can wear it for dinner or to wear it to the airport if you are departing and then flying.

What to wear in the city

In most cities, it is safe to wear a black tank top, trousers, or leggings. Pair with a scarf or blazer. For men, wear a suit or blazer. If you are going to be in the sun, pack a scarf and sun hat.

Some black pants are best for winter months.

What to wear when you arrive
Pick casual (e.g. sweaters and jeans) and business casual (e.g. trousers and jackets) clothes.

Pick office appropriate outfits. It’s better to arrive at a resort than for a meeting in sweatpants. Your future boss is not going to be in the mood for an impromptu swim.

Pack comfortable shoes.
Packing Comfort

Let your feet breathe and go barefoot.

Pack outfits with built in shorts and skirts. No need for a baggy sweater when your legs will be exposed.

Packing essentials

  • Do not forget any essential bathroom necessities.
  • Pack pillows and extra blankets.
  • Packing extras
  • Bring along a small compact mirror. Your makeup won’t always come out perfectly but it’s always better to bring along something to touch up.
  • Pack a microfiber cosmetic bag. Toiletries stay organized in this one.

Shoes
Stay away from heavy, thick, tight shoes like boots. Instead, go for lightweight, slip-on, or loafer shoes. Loafers will look formal and can be worn with a dressy outfit. The choice is yours.

Lightweight summer sandals are ideal for the summer, but heavy shoes will look heavy, so they’re better suited for a colder climate.

Pack your sandals in your suitcase so they’ll be ready to go when you arrive. No time to change into them? Get ready with your flat sandals.

Skirts, dresses, or skirts with shorts are ideal for any summer destination, especially warm-weather destinations. If you’re traveling to Mexico or Hawaii, go for more colorful, bright colors.

Long dresses are best for overseas travel. You’ll be comfortable wearing them no matter the season or climate.

Accessories
Planning to wear a bag, belt, bracelet, or other accoutrement? Make sure it is comfortable and spacious to keep your wallet, cards, and other everyday essentials safe.

Briefcase

The right bag can transform your casual look. If you are packing one, make sure it’s lightweight, sturdy and not too big. If you’re going to be away from your desk or home a lot, we recommend taking a few items with you, like a laptop or a portable hard drive. Don’t forget to leave space for your clothing. If it is too big, it will be uncomfortable and you will be left with clothes that don’t fit you.

You might not always know the exact location you are going to or how long you’ll be staying for.

Here was a clothing guide you can use to pack the perfect outfits for your vacation.