https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bicoastal-packing-challenge---help-needed Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:15:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bicoastal-packing-challenge---help-needed#post-1443322 Tue, 17 Feb 2015 00:01:54 +0000 K.M. 1443322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>New York in March can still be very cold. I was there last year in late March (the last week of March) and it was freezing (polar vortex). I had a puffer, warm boots, thick sweaters etc. </p> <p>Whereas Southern Cal might be very warm! It all depends on the week but a friend of mine who lives there told me the temps were in the 80s last week!</p> <p>I would check the 10-day weather forecast closer to your departure, but regardless, I would pack for a range of temperatures (including lighter layers to cover up in A/C). Not very practical, I know...</p> <p>As for campus dress codes... It depends on the campus and the school. I'm an academic so I speak from experience--however, I'm a faculty member and we tend to be a more casual and varied bunch than staff for example. But I see parents touring my Midwest campus in all sorts of outfits, from dressy to sloppy. LA would likely be more casual than NYC, but I don't think it would matter... "modern classic" sounds about right for both. </p> <p>Make sure your shoes are comfortable for those campus walking tours, and for walking from parking lots to your destination. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bicoastal-packing-challenge---help-needed#post-1443307 Mon, 16 Feb 2015 23:26:50 +0000 Anonymous 1443307@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's very likely you'll need something warmer than what you've described. A thin quilted down or tech insulated jacket might be enough under your trench. I'm thinking the trench is appropriate for rain too?<br />I wouldn't worry too much, you'll be in NY., if you really need something you'll be able to find it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bicoastal-packing-challenge---help-needed#post-1443275 Mon, 16 Feb 2015 22:16:45 +0000 Mia 1443275@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What to pack, what to wear??!! &nbsp;&nbsp;Early next month we visit the New York area and L.A. to tour colleges and universities with my son. &nbsp;The aim is to narrow the field in terms of where he will apply to study&nbsp;in the United States. &nbsp;We live on the West Coast in Canada and he will apply to a school here but in his chosen field the U.S. schools are considered superior. &nbsp;Our trip will be about a week.</p> <p>What has me in a bit of a tizzy is the challenge of packing for the diverse weather and also being at a bit of a loss as to what the dress code, if any is for visiting these institutions. &nbsp;I have a nice Spring selection hung up on my rolling rack &nbsp;in shades of navy, light grey, blue,&nbsp;white &nbsp;with a bit of black. &nbsp;I am concerned it is way to light for New York but it will layer nicely. &nbsp;For example I have a very light trench in navy and a sleeveless vest in pale grey cashmere that can be worn together for some warmth but maybe I need a warm coat?&nbsp;My style is "dramatic classic" in the Kibbe system and a friend once described my wardrobe as&nbsp;"classic, sophisticated with a bit of an edge", that is to say "modern classic".</p> <p>Any suggestions, particularly for "flop proof " outfits for touring schools?</p> <p>Thanks in advance ladies..... </p>