Pack this….. Do we really need to say more…? We have you covered for the beach (duh!), the club, an upscale brunch, walking the strip for honeys & more…. If you need help getting this stuff, just let us know!
I’ve been doing quite a bit of traveling these last few weeks and it looks like the pace will continue…although we’ll see if out-of-country remains the slant. That said, I’m always looking for cool stuff that will bring a little bit of home with me but won’t take up too much space! Two #travel must-haves: travel candle tunes So when I learned about Frends headphones, I got excited ~they come in black/silver, and white/rose gold or gold — completely hot
Seriously, I am ecstatic about this bag {look at the picture}! Any professional man that wants to state his style individuality along with his packing prowess – this is it! The bag is by Kaufmann Mercantile. The bag is handmade in California. It’s canvas and leather. Dimensions (18″ wide x 11″ tall) make it perfect for weekend getaways. Price is $179.
Last week I went from DC to Tampa to Miami which meant I went from 20 degrees to 82 degrees (back to 50 degrees) and then to 80 degrees. The result was a need to pack for multiple climates…. The conundrum many travelers face ~ how to move across multiple climate changes while staying stylish (and warm/cool). My solution: I’m always cold so I plan accordingly. A blazer just adds instant polish and finish to any look so it works
As a million miler, I’ve covered quite a bit of ground (or air) and, frankly, I’ve done most of it toting my own luggage and lifting it into the overhead bin on my own! That said, depending on the season, where I’m traveling from and to, what events I’ll be attending, and the length of the trip, my actual items vary. However, the strategies for packing lightly but thoroughly always remain the same: I review my travel itinerary so I know
We had two Pinch Provisions minimergency kits to giveaway – red and silver glitter – and we simply asked that you share which item you think is most essential in the kit and then type “red” or “silver” on our FaceBook page. Simple! And for all that hard work, Rashonda {red} & Keri {silver} get to snag these wonderfully handy, cute, functional, and #travel savvy items! Congrats ladies!!
What do you wear to the airport and on your flight? Here’s a quick-n-dirty list of proper airport attire that says you care but also want to be comfortable: Choose a base color {black, navy, brown or camel} and commit A white tee or button down like this one as a starting point means you can go anywhere One additional layer in the form of a blazer of cardigan….I prefer cardigans because they’re cozier and then I just add a belt
This is my new birthday tote by 3.1 Phillip Lim, the ’31 Hour’ leather tote. It’s perfect for my beauty/style blogger trip to Paris this week. It will hold my Dell #XPS laptop {thanks Dell- it’s so light and sexy, and the battery time is awesome…PCs can be stylish too!}, iPad, small liquids bag (Nude ProGenius, minimergency kit, Crest intensive professional effects whitestrips, Evian brumisateur facial spray) tech peripherals bag, clutch, 2 magazines usually Harper’s Bazaar and Lucky Magazine, 1 book,
If you’re a traveler and you believe in dressing/arriving/staying in style then this list of 14 fashion hotels around the world is for you! The list includes: Alberta Ferretti: Palazzo Viviani in Montegridolfo, Italy Giorgio Armani: Armani Hotel Dubai in Dubai, UAE BVLGARI: BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts in Bali, Indonesia Christian Lacroix: Hotel le Bellechasse in Paris, France Diane von Furstenberg: Claridge’s in London, England Karl Lagerfeld: Hotel Metropole in Monte Carlo, Monaco Louis Vuitton: Cheval Blan in Courchevel, France
Do you fly frequently? Ever wonder who makes the outfits that flight attendants wear? Which airlines have the best uniforms? We found seven airlines via Condé Nast Traveler that have couture clothiers making their high flying duds. Check out Cliff Muskiet’s blog, Uniform Freak. Virgin America {Banana Republic} Korean Airlines {Gianfranco Ferré} Air France {Christian Lacroix} Singapore Airlines {Pierre Balmain} Bangkok Airways {Asava} Qantas {Yves Saint Laurent} Braniff International Airways {Emilio Pucci} Virgin America ~ the premise behind their uniforms
Shanghai//The Peninsula Shanghai ~ Prada, Armani, Chanel, Versace located in the arcade below; and it’s dead center in the historic Bund district London//SoHo Hotel ~ located in the Soho neighborhood, the likes of Naomi Campbell have been seen strutting through the lobby Manhattan//Mercer Hotel ~ it has a celebrity chef (Jean-Georges Vongerichten) and Marc Jacobs used to have this as his ‘go to’ spot before the A-listers infiltrated Los Angeles//Sunset Tower Hotel ~ hotelier Jeff Klein created a post for
I love to jump on a plane and ‘be gone’ but nowadays it’s getting more expensive to do that, so when I happened upon this article on Learnvest, I had to share it! Before going into the specifics of when to buy each ticket, Kellie Pelletier, the airfare expert at Jetsetter, shared some basic rules: Shop on Tuesday mornings. Fare sales are often launched Monday nights, so other airlines have matched their prices by Tuesday morning. Search how full your flight is. You can
Do you love to travel? Do you love to drink wine? Do you require some sun? If you answered “yes” to all of these then read the full article to learn the best destinations for sunny wine travel. Master Sommelier Alpana Singh says Uruguay- Montevideo is the hot new wine destination. She says you can take a ferry from Buenos Aires to Uruguay, and wine country is about an hour outside of Montevideo. And the best wines to drink when
I’m heading to Buenos Aires this fall and I’m psyched ~ it’s the ‘Paris of the South‘, so I’m planning for good music, fabulous fashion, great food, and everything in between! I will undoubtedly do a post of two while there but let me begin to drop a few bread crumbs from time to time. Today are the five must-do’s as told by American Airlines: Take a tango lesson~ you can go “group” for under $25/pp at Escuela Argentina de
No longer does wrinkle-free mean uncool. If you travel then you know how difficult it is to get off a Transatlantic flight and still look fresh {not to mention a trip to Africa of the Far East}; and not everyone has the pleasure and comfort of traveling in business or first class. If you’re like me, you’ll need to be ready to hit-the-ground-running when you land. The answer is wrinkle-free and the best brands to ensure you look like a
I’m in Paris at #LeWeb and the last 12 hours have been a little tiring, and a lot dizzying but I have walked away with a better perspective on the concept of responsible consumption. There is no better example of this than with Airbnb, an online community marketplace of space available for rent for short-term and longer term rentals. It’s great way to get immersed in the culture and relatively inexpensive for the traveler, and it’s extra cash for the
Madewell cashmere top, $125 Nili Lotan linen top, 122 GBP Summer pants, 40 GBP Lace up shoes, $269 ASOS leather clutch, 45 GBP Haberdash House chain jewelry, 25 GBP Day 3 of the Memorial Day weekend is all about comfort…and room to feast! This outfit allows for stylish comfort and the tank and cardigan combo mean you’ll be able to go from midday heat to evening breezes without much ado. I love the colorful sneakers which keep it dressed
Marc by Marc Jacobs striped sweater, $150 Old Navy tiered skirt, $20 Naughty Monkey studded flat, $50 ASOS oversized clutch, 45 GBP Collar necklace, $680 Salvatore Ferragamo leather belt, $240 Day 2 of the long Memorial Day weekend is all about relaxing, getting a ‘lay of the land‘, preparing for the big BBQ, visiting with close friends, and quietly setting the standard for style!
Roll don’t fold clothes — it will make less creases and more space to pack those few key extras!
Use shoe bags (we love Shubi!) to keep dirty shoes away from your clothes; and keep whites and lights separated from darks to prevent color transfer!
San Franciscois home to fabulous boutiques and wonderfully ambitious fashion folks….and now the Hyatt at Fisherman’s Wharf is offering you a chance to get in on the action. The Hyatt is offering the “Awaken” Package which features ♦ a guest room for up to two people ♦ full American breakfast ♦ a rate of only $219! Top Ten Things To Do In The Neighborhood (Fisherman’s Wharf) Take a ride, half way to the stars, aboard one of the city’s iconic
On my way to Maui today, I ran into a gentleman that provided great insight into traveling stylishly so, I thought I’d share.
All next week, we’re dedicated to getting everyone ready to ‘hit the road‘ in style. Get ready – we’re gonna be in motion next week… Send all of your questions before Monday so we can try to field as many as possible throughout the week!
Fellas you travel — and you travel often! One of the biggest complaints I hear is that your men’s furnishings didn’t make it in perfect condition so, let us help! Click on the link to Beyond the Rack, and grab one of the leather tie holders ($29)…..zip closure and 2 snap shut tie securing bands Need I say more…..it’s an essential!.
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