Carry-On Only
No. 42
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‘Tis the season for travel, and reports show that travel is up (appx. 17% more than in 2019) this month as we approach the holidays. Whether you’re on the go to visit friends and family or you’re off to some fabulous locale, here are three things to consider before your upcoming trip:
Carry-On Only - Whether you’re taking trains, planes or automobiles, keep your luggage light this season and stick with a carry-on roller plus one personal item. You don’t need as much as you may think for holiday trips (aka, let’s let the days of overpacking be bygone). I packed a client for a 2-week trip to Europe - all in a carry-on. It’s possible.
Think Technically - Whether technical fabrics to actual tech and accessories, it’s not about life-hacking as much as it is about ensuring you’re comfortable and have what you need readily available while en route to your destination.
Create a Capsule - Your itinerary can act as a structure to inspire mixing and matching. Laying your outfits out in preparation and writing them down or photographing them is just as important as your dinner reservation if you want to reduce outfit stress before and during your travels.
My friend Alana Muller shared more details on my tips in her recent column for bizwomen. Keep reading…
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The gifting season: Shop my roundup of 60+ products from brands and retailers I love and trust.
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Dry skin? Me, too. I traveled to the desert recently and returned home with a nose that was full-on flaky and peeling. Plus, cracked lip corners. Eek! Stay hydrated inside and out this season. And yes, I put this on my face.
Product recall PSA: I am a big fan and recommender of The Laundress, so it’s important to share that they have recalled 8 million laundry and cleaning products. Check your lot codes - learn how to here.
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