Packing the wrong outfits can do a number to your perfectly planned vacay. This is because they give you confidence and the freedom to thoroughly enjoy the activities and time away from home.
Proper outfits allow you the comfort of being yourself and the best out of every moment.
Picture this scenario, you are on vacay, it is night time and a plan for drinks outside the hotel you are staying at comes up. But you can’t go because all you have is swimwear or tiny shorts for the beach. You are left with two options. One you go and feel uncomfortable all night cause of having the wrong outfit. Option two is worse; you pass the opportunity and are stuck in your room.
These scenarios are endless but the solution is one and quite simple. Packing right! One uncomplicated way to hack this is by anticipating the activities and places you will hit up while away and then using that as a packing guide.
Here’s a basic cheat sheet you can use.
Restaurant.
There are at least two outfits for the restaurant. These need to be dressy, fun, and cute. Dinner options are varied where you could decide to try restaurants around the area. Also, many resorts have different restaurants. E.g. the à la carte, buffet, seafood restaurant, and even marquee dinners.
Outfit ideas for dinner plans therefore include: cute floral dresses and a pair of comfy slip-ons. For dudes, a pair of khaki shorts, a comfy pair of linen trousers, and t-shirts will do the trick.
Chilling Spots
There are open bars, beach bars or restaurants, and even cute sight spots in various vacay spots. These are perfect for drinks, heart to hearts, and yummy lunches or snacks during the day. Outfit ideas for these chilling spots include denim shorts, tanks, and cute t-shirts or tops. For guys, a pair of shorts, t-shirts and a pair of sandals is perfect. Don’t forget sunhats and sunglasses.
The beach/pool
You want to be comfortable to get in and out of the pool. Not just that but also have lunch or drinks by the pool, beachfront bar, or restaurant. Outfits for these heavenly spots, options include a comfy swimsuit, a cover on and a sun hat. You could also add shorts if you are self-conscious or aren’t comfortable sitting on seats with your bum out. For the guys, a pair of shorts is more than fine.
Activities – Walks, Bike rides and Excursions.
If you are not the type to stay cooped up in the resort or Airbnb, then you will require comfy clothes for a little exploration. We are therefore looking at athleisure, shorts, t-shirts, sun hats, and comfy shoes. These cuts across for both guys and girls.
Pro-tips
Always remember to carry extras. These include t-shirts, jackets, undies, nightwear, make-up, toiletries, sunglasses and even sandals. Other essentials include pain meds, your medical card, devices and your charger! Also you could iron your clothes before hand and pack your essentials in smaller bags or cubes for easy access.
Follow these points for your next trip and see just how much packing becomes a breeze. A wise man once said, failing to plan is planning to fail so get to planning ladies and gents.