One of the most thrilling parts of a vacation for a fashion-lover is planning their travel wardrobe. Packing it all into a suitcase – or two – a bit less exciting. But envisioning the place you’ll visit, the things you’ll do and see and the scenery that will surround you, it’s a vision board that will come to life. The looks that will take you on new adventures are a big part of that vision.
A vacation is almost always prepped for with excitement, but dressing for the destination is a fun way to get into the preparation even more. And it’s so easy to do. Think about the location you’ll be visiting. Now go beyond the country and the city and think of all the things you’ll be doing. Will you be in Venice, Italy, riding a gondola along the canals? A flowy dress, maybe with a striped pattern, would be fitting. Will you be in Zermatt, Switzerland, skiing the alps? Well of course, you’ll need a fabulous coat, maybe with a faux fur collar, a slim leather pant and lined combat boots.
See, it’s fun envisioning where you’ll go and what you’ll wear. On a recent trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, I fully embraced dressing for the destination. That was certainly not hard at the stunning seaside Velas Vallarta resort. I knew the lush landscape would best be suited for bold colors and fun patterns, while the historically designed property would allow for casual flair by day and tropical elegance by night. The celebrated history that is on full display at Velas Vallarta would welcome pieces that nodded to the culture.
To assist in dressing for the destination, I also checked the itinerary and knew the hotels offerings, including the fact that there was a fiesta night, which included a mariachi band and all the Mexican delectables your taste buds could desire. That’s where this look was born – crafted simply by dressing for the destination.
I looked the part without playing the part while wearing a two-tone striped skirt, paired with an architecturally whimsical top with soft embroidered detailing, which I accessorized with straw shoes, earrings and a bag. It’s not characterization just admiration for the destination!
As with all my packing articles, practicality is important too. This look easily works smarter not harder – the top can be paired with pants, and the skirt worn with a t-shirt and sneakers for a totally different vibe.
Dressing for the destination allows you to have fun preparing for your trip in a way you may not have expected. And once you have made it to said destination, it allows you to immerse yourself fully into the place you’re visiting. Have fun with your fashion, whatever destination you’re dressing for!
What destination will you be dressing for next?
Signed with Style,
