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travel packing formula

I’m not sure of when you hit the road last but luggage fees are almost exorbitant and lost luggage is a regular occurrence. Avoid the headache and look fabulous at the same time using our downloadable 7-Day Travel Packing Formula! Travel should be fun. Your luggage should be light. Your wardrobe should be versatile. This downloadable guide gives you exactly what you need. Click the link but, just in case, here are a few tips to consider: There are five considerations

2023/10/16

Travel

travel packing webinar

Planning to travel? Want to travel soon? Already planned some travel? Then you need to join this Travel Packing webinar on August 18th to get packing tips, styling tricks, and insider travel know-how about what airports mean what, not to mention almost $1000 in giveaways! Register NOW! If you wait until after it’s over, you can still watch but it will cost more ADN you won’t be eligible for the giveaways….get on it!

2022/08/10

Footwear

basic but essential sandals

I’m not a “flats” girl but sometimes summer calls for a simple sandal and I’ve found a few that I love including these navy blue pair by Seychelles! Not a lot of fuss but they come in EIGHT different colors, are comfy and light enough to go with summer denim as well as a maxi dress….WINNING!

2019/04/24

Etiquette

five travel essentials

I’ll keep it simple because whether you’re a travel OG or newbie, there are some items that you’ll find incredibly helpful and, dare I say, almost essential…. beauty bag ~ [guys need this too] depending on the length of the flight, something to keep the moisture in your face, moisturizer/SPF in one [it’s clear so no ashiness], an all-in-one makeup solution, and a moisturizer that works for any body part —-> the theme for travel is moisture retention! overnight bag ~ while I

2019/03/09

Travel

road trip on pch

PCH is shorthand for Pacific Coast Highway ~ it’s that stretch of road from northern California to southern Cali that basically follows the coast and it’s GORG! And I’m headed there for a vacay in early spring. I’ll share details as they unfold but here are list of hotels we’ll be hanging out in: San Francisco ~ Hotel Zeppelin Cambria ~ Cambria Beach Lodge Santa Barbara ~ Kimpton Goodland Los Angeles ~ Hotel Figueroa Very excited…..will share our list of

2019/02/24

Health & Beauty

my new running sneakers

I’m determined to get more fit; and a part of that is walking/running/jogging… Truth be told, I used to run but with my knee injured, I restrict myself to walking and light jogging (in intervals) so my half marathon days are likely over. That said, I still have criteria I use when purchasing my ‘sneaks’ because there is some fashion to it after all: they need to be colorful they need to top out around $110-ish they can’t make my

2018/06/13

Lifestyle & Tech

more michelin stars than any other city

You’d think New York, San Francisco, or Paris right? Me too….but we’re wrong! The city with the most Michelin stars is Tokyo! Since traveling there a few years ago, Tokyo has almost cemented its status as the go-to foodie location with 234 starred restaurants!! The breakdown is according to the 2018 Michelin Guide Tokyo: 166 restaurants at one star (“worth a stop”) 56 at two stars (“worth a detour”) 12 at three stars (“worth a special journey”) While I’m sure those providing the rating

2017/12/11

Fashion

christmas in florida

Yet another 2017 holiday that will be a little different than previous ones ~ this year’s Christmas will be celebrating in Florida. Having grown up in Buffalo, NY, it’s a bit difficult to conceptualize a Christmas/holiday without snow, not to mention cold weather! So what do you pack to be festive but stay cool when the temp is mid 70s & sunny?! I’m thinking of a look like this…. Below are options to make it happen! [show_shopthepost_widget id=”2936587″]

2017/12/04

Fashion

travel must-have: compression socks

I swear by these for any flight over four hours…now! Compression socks are what a lot of flight attendants and pilots rock for overseas flights and even coast-to-coast travel. Some lady popped hers on during a recent left-to-east coast flight so, I asked her about them and she raved on for three minutes. I decided to give them a try because I’m the window seat person who tries to get up just once during a flight so, circulation and swelling

2017/07/26

Accessories

Cousin’s Weekend

So excited to head to Charleston, SC today to hang with my cousins for the weekend. We’re scattered everywhere from Atlanta to New Jersey to the DC area so it’s sure to be plenty of laughs, a little shopping and great eating!! I packed my All Saints dress $178 // SheIn striped romper $15 // straw fedora $38 [bendable/packable] // Kork Ease wedges ~similar here // Chloe sunglasses $180 // graduated snake chain [also available in silver!] $30 // Jimmy Choo

2017/07/20

Fashion

travel with packing cubes

First off – although I have used packing cubes before, I wasn’t ‘all in’ and ceased using them some time ago. Enter Julia, stage left, who just returned from Cuba and a few other choice locations, and she swears by them now. So clearly I needed to check them out again and I doubled-down with these Eagle Creek clean dirty cubes that allow you to put clean items in one side and dirty in the other, or just use both

2017/07/18

Accessories

Tiny Chic Travel Essentials [downloadable]

DOWNLOADABLE GUIDE The list is endless and while I can think of more than 50 items to add to the list, keep it simple with some absolute, non-negotiable must-haves that have even been vetted by some pilots and flight attendants! These items are focused on those of us who don’t have a private jet [yet] but who still manage to soar the friendly skies regularly enough. The goal is to keep it simple but make it effective!! Here’s your quick

2017/07/17

Beauty

i am an oil baron!

I missed an opportunity – almost 20 years ago – to have a flawless face! As I understand it now, the key to aging as flawlessly as possible starts in your twenties and thirties…and I’m well on my way to the mid-century hashmark. That said, I have wasted NO time or resources in trying to make up for lost time and ‘save face‘ by going for the beauty juggler via serums and facial oils. They have almost exclusively become a

2017/03/13

Holiday Finds

“Curated” Holiday Giving: Gifts for the Traveler

Our latest gift guide is near-and-dear to me, and to many of my closest friends (since we oftentimes travel together)! I have my top nine gifts for any traveler…. And if my top picks aren’t enough, check out the other options for your newbie roadie to your seasoned vet: everything from travel sets to perfect layering pieces to must-have beauty secrets! [show_boutique_widget id=”488603″]

2016/11/17

Fashion

Matchbook Travel Memories

I can’t take credit for it although I’ve been doing it for a while but…..Afar, an online travel magazine, shared an article about the beauty of collecting matchbooks throughout your travels, and the stories they can tell! My collection isn’t nearly as extensive but it’s inexpensive, colorful, and easy to carry back! Perhaps a new way to start sharing your travels with friends?!

2016/06/03

Fashion

Travel Like A Man….With This Suitcase!

“This is it!” The music is playing in the background when you get a whiff of your new travel duffle suitcase by Wool & Oak. It’s not even available in retail stores yet BUT you can be one of the first to have it – and for under $300!! Why get this? Because when you see the guy next to you with it, you’ll be pissed. Now, it isn’t for every guy but for the well-heeled and well-traveled, this could represent

2016/02/24

Accessories

Roadtrip Part 3: Headed to Duck, NC for #SoulRetreat

Duck, NC worked wonders! In spite of a 4 hour, 30 minute trip there (back was grueling since it started to snow……), I returned home relaxed and in a better #headspace. While I had originally planned to go as a way to rack up miles on the Toyota Highlander and do some work, it turned out to be the perfect opportunity to be open and receptive to what was to come and how to prepare for it. Add this to

2016/01/25

Transportation

2015 in Review: Best Travel Apps

Greatest Drive: helps you find the most fun, scenic and beautiful routes where you’re going Hopper: analyzes billions of flight prices daily to predict how prices will change, and tells you when to buy your tickets Scout: lets you chat, share your ETA and get turn-by-turn GPS voice directions

2016/01/06

Accessories

Ready for the Weekend: Pretty Bags

I love a good bag that I can use to keep my makeup, tech peripherals, or handbag odds n’ ends. And we all know a love a good clutch too so, when I saw these Truffle bags, I got all tingly inside! They’re sleek. They’re functional. They’re versatile. They’re quality. I scooped a few different ones (the clarity document case, privacy clutch, and small clarity pouch which is TSA-friendly!!) and next week, Blueprint for Style will be hosting a giveaway of

2015/10/02

Hotels

On The Road: The Quin Hotel

How many hotels are in New York City? It’s not a trivia question (but if someone knows, please share…) Next question: how many hotels in New York City have Bergdorf on speed dial? Well if you’re lucky enough to stay at the posh Quin Hotel (rooms start at $600/night) then you are ready for real style! The room phones have a Bergdorf button that connects guests to a personal shopper. Enough said…

2015/10/01

Hotels

On The Road: Burberry Always Available

Claridge’s. The Connaught. The Berkeley. If you can afford the splurge at these top notch London hotels then don’t bother to carry a jacket with you because Burberry teamed up with those hotels to provide its iconic trench coat complimentary for guests to borrow in every suite. Suite prices start around $1,400/night!

2015/09/08

Transportation

#OnTheGo: Let’s Do ALL of Brazil

The airline is Azul, a Brazilian-based airline that has a codeshare with United. Azul is running a BIG special: get a 10-day pass to travel anywhere in Brazil for $299. Or go all out with a 21-day pass for $399. Right now, roundtrip flights from theUS are running about $500. The BIG takeaway: you can get to and all over Brazil for just under $800! If you’re going, here’s my travel checklist to ensure you’re traveling in style…

2015/09/03

Food & Restaurants

On The Road: Food Market in Denver

Acorn. Babettes. Beet & Yarrow. Boxcar Coffee. Roasters. Collegiate Peaks Bank. Comida. Crooked Stave. Jennifer Olson Photography. Slow Food Denver. The Proper Pour. Super Ordinary. Wunder Werkz. Yacht Club. All at The Source…in Denver. It’s supposed to be THE place if you’re a foodie. Not to mention several other hot spots and boutique lifestyle retailers. It’s the Denver version of Union Market!

2015/08/28

scents, Elizabeth & James, black & white

Beauty

On The Road: Travel Beauty Essentials

I’m recently coming off the road from a four-day girls #roadtrip to Connecticut and New York. Compliments of @BuickUSA, we got to ride in style with the new Buick Regal (drove like a dream!). But when I arrived at the destination, I need a beauty pick-me-up and my travel bag wasn’t up to the task. Lucky I had one of my beauty besties with me and she and I hit Sephora like there was no tomorrow…. My new 8 travel

2015/08/05

Food & Restaurants

On The Road: New York City Drug Cocktails

We all love the Big Apple and there’s always something new to discover while moving about the overcrowded, opportunistic city. Next time, head to Stanley’s. It’s a full service pharmacy-meets-wellness kind of bar. Imagine a soda fountain, prescription drugs, over-the-counter remedies, and a mix of “….teas, sodas, kombucha and coconut water paired with pharmaceuticals…” [departures, pg.60] and you’ve got Stanley George’s creation. It’s at 31 Ludlow St.

2015/07/27

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travel packing formula

travel packing webinar

basic but essential sandals

five travel essentials

road trip on pch

my new running sneakers

more michelin stars than any other city

christmas in florida

travel must-have: compression socks

Cousin’s Weekend

travel with packing cubes

Tiny Chic Travel Essentials [downloadable]

i am an oil baron!

“Curated” Holiday Giving: Gifts for the Traveler

Matchbook Travel Memories

Travel Like A Man….With This Suitcase!

Roadtrip Part 3: Headed to Duck, NC for #SoulRetreat

2015 in Review: Best Travel Apps

Ready for the Weekend: Pretty Bags

On The Road: The Quin Hotel

On The Road: Burberry Always Available

#OnTheGo: Let’s Do ALL of Brazil

On The Road: Food Market in Denver

On The Road: Travel Beauty Essentials

On The Road: New York City Drug Cocktails

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