travel outfits...

Here are the 5 outfits I wore last week to work in NYC. 

When traveling for work I typically pack a carry-on only. Yes, it's about the only time I'm a minimalist.

"How do you do it?" is a question I get asked all the time. So here are a few of my tips...

#1 Plan your outfits very strategically. Don't think you have to pack every new piece of clothing in your wardrobe.

#2 Wear your bottoms more than once, and re-use jackets and sweaters if possible.

#3 Try to only take 2 pair of shoes/boots. I know some of you are freaking out right now. I took 3 on this trip simply because I had extra room.

#4 Take at least one or two scarves that will go with everything. I also do this in the summer as I tend to get cold on the airplane.

#5 Take or wear accessories that will go with most of your outfits.

I take pictures of all my outfits as I prepare them so there is never a question why I brought something. And I just don't have to do any extra thinking in the morning, which is always a plus for me.

Now for the actual packing...

I fold and roll everything (like little sausages), put them into Travel Space Bags, squeezing the air out which will give you 2 - 3 times the amount of space in your suitcase. I never travel without them. I pack my extra shoes in a cheap cloth bag; to keep them from getting scratched, etc... I have travel sizes of all my liquids and simply refill them as needed. I put all these in a clear bag, which I pack in my purse so I don't have to dig it out of my carry-on when going through security. 

I hope this helps for the next time you travel. I would love to hear any tips and hints you have when traveling.

Happy trails!

I have another post here on travel tips and packing.

Day 1 - Travel and Working for Bfearless

Dress, Jacket and Earrings - Bfearless (local boutique)

Scarf - Express

Watch - Michael Kors

Boots - Aldo

Handbag - Zara

Glasses - Vogue from Berlin Family Eyecare

Day 2 - Working for Bfearless

Polka Dot Shirt - Express

Leather Pants, Denim Shirt and Accessories - Bfearless

Watch - Michael Kors

Boots - Biala from Nordstrom

Glasses - Kate Spade from Berlin Family Eyecare

Day 3 - Working for Bfearless

Tank Top - thrifted

Sweater, Leather Pants, Scarf and Accessories - Bfearless

Watch - Michael Kors

Boots - Same Edelman from Piperlime

Day 4 - Working with clients, closet and shopping.

Tee, Sweater, Mavi Jeans, Scarf and Accessories - Bfearless

Boots - Sam Edelman

Day 5 - Travel

Sweater - Forever 21

Scarf - Express

Mavi Jeans and Accessories - Bfearless

Boots - Aldo

casual, comfy outfits

A few outfits I have worn over the past year for travel, errand running, ballgames or hanging out with family. All of which are super comfortable with leggings, and boots or flats. Do you enjoy wearing leggings as much as I do? Which one is your favorite?

# 1

Tunic - Kensie from Hautelook

Leggings - Express

Scarf and Bag - street vendor

Boots - DSW

# 2

Tunic - Loft

Leggings - Express

Boots - DSW

# 3

Tunic - Village Gift Barn (local boutique)

Leggings - Express

Scarf - street vendor

Boots - DSW

# 4

Tunic - Loft

Jacket - Limited

Lysse Leggings - Bfearless (local boutique)

Shoes - Vince Camuto from Macy's

Handbag - Michael Kors from Macy's

# 5

Tunic - Loft

Lysse Leggings and Scarf - Bfearless (local boutique)

Boots - Keen from a local store

# 6

Tunic - Forever 21

Cardigan - Bfearless (local boutique)

Leggings - Express

Scarf - Charming Charlie

Boots - DSW

# 7

Shirt, Lysse Leggings and Scarf - Bfearless (local boutique)

Cardigan - Gap

Boots - DSW

dots and cheetah

Funny thing about this tunic...I had bought this quite a few years ago, wore it a few times and passed it on to one of my friends. This summer I purchased it back from her at my own garage sale. That's rotation at it's finest.

 Isn't it funny how things can look new if you don't see them for awhile. It makes me think maybe I should store half of my wardrobe and then simply switch it out with the other half when I want something new. You know, like we do with our kids' toys when they are young and don't know the difference. 

Tunic Top - boutique find

Jeans - Forever 21

Scarf - Express

Earrings - AE

Bracelets - bfearless (local boutique)

Watch - Michael Kors

Sandals - Joie

Glasses - Frames by Warby Parker, Prescription by Berlin Family Eyecare

pearly white..

...with some pattern and color, of course.

Tunic Top, Mavi Jeans, and Accessories - bfearless (local boutique)

Watch - Michael Kors

Sandals - Guess from DSW

Handbag - street vendor

Sunglasses - BCBG Max Azria, Prescription - Berlin Family Eyecare

a little cheetah here. a little cheetah there.

Yes, I am wearing Crocs. I can't believe it either but somehow cheetah prints can always sway me. The fact that they are stupidly comfortable is an added bonus. I know that those of you who have been wearing Crocs for a long time are saying "I told you so". Well I think Crocs have come a long way in their design and style and I have jumped on the bandwagon. 

So go ahead...say I told you so and let's move on with our lives.

Have a most fabulous weekend!

Tunic Top, Leggings, Bracelet, Rings, and Crocs shoes - bfearless (local boutique)

Belt - Macy's

Watch - Michael Kors

Glasses - Warby Parker

sheer happiness

Don't judge it on the hanger...

This is one of those tops that doesn't look as great on the hanger but fits really well once it's on the body. It's yet another reason to try things on when you are in a store.

I also want to share with you how ridiculously amazing these Lysse denim leggings are (now available at bfearless, a local boutique). They have this extra tummy control panel around the waist that does all this nipping and tucking for you. No sucking it in when you are wearing these babies. My kind of clothing for sure!

Disclaimer - this is not a paid advertisement, I just love them this much and know you will too.

 Happy shopping!

Top, Denim Leggings, Accessories - bfearless (local boutique)

Watch - Michael Kors

Shoes - Guess from Macy's