I love packing.
Yes, you read that right: I love packing. I love putting together list [weird!], I love laying out outfit options, & most of all, I love organizing everything neatly in suitcase. [I’ve actually been known to empty an entire suitcase because one shirt doesn’t lay the right way].
However, I’m also known as an over-packer.
Tonight, I tried to pull out outfits I actually thought I’d wear. [Kaylee, you’re going to be in a swimsuit most of the day- three outfits: lounging outfit, activity/walking around outfit, & dinner outfit are not needed!] But then I got to thinking- what are my vacation essentials? My must haves while traveling?
Top Five Traveling Essentials:
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A good book
Currently, I’m finishing up my book club book, The Book Thief, but having a good book to read is a must have for me. It keeps me busy on the flight & while I’m sunbathing at the pool. I actually bring multiple books with me when I’m heading out on a vacation [thank you Kindle Fire!]
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A chambray shirt
Thanks to my good friend, Amanda, I know now what the heck is considered a chambray top! Whether you’re heading somewhere warm or somewhere cold, a good fitting chambray top is versatile, & goes with anything! This chambray from J.Crew is a favorite of mine.
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A long-lasting lip tint
I have NEVER been a make-up know-it-all or professional, but one thing I can say I know enough about is lip gloss, [my friends will tell you I’m somewhat of a hoarder when it comes to collecting different pinks]. Poppin’ a little color on my face ALWAYS makes me feel better about an outfit, a dinner, or an overall day! I have a couple favorites, however they are a tad spendy. But out of all the brands I’ve tried, I’ve always gone back to these two for more! I love Smashbox, Be Legendary Lip Gloss in Pout & Dior’s Addict Lip Glow, [Dior’s Lip Glow actually changes color per natural skin tones. I have made my mom & sisters try it out and we ALL get a different color].
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A memory recorder
Whether it’s a camera, journal, or any type of social media, I always want to remember everything special and unique when I travel somewhere. I use a little bit of everything – I am constantly taking pictures, writing down funny quotes or an amazing moment, and I LOVE to share special photos with family and friends on instagram [@kayleemdoherty].
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Sun protection
I have been blessed with incredibly fair skin. Unlike the rest of my family, who can sit outside for 30 minutes and will look like a bronzed royal, I completely fry without the proper protection. And now, it’s even worse – my chemo pill heightens sun’s strength. It took me a while to find something that not only works, but doesn’t clog my pores. I am completely smitten with Peter Thomas Roth’s Oil Free Spf Powder. I have been lucky, and have never had to battle oily skin, but this stuff has worked wonders. I always get a nice little glow & never have to worry about my face getting damage from the sun.
What are some of your favorites? Am I missing something essential?
Welp, I’m off to bed – I am normally sound asleep by nine – but I’m too excited to sleep!
Sleep Tight Munchkins! xo