https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:22:07 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1515444 Sun, 05 Jul 2015 20:58:47 +0000 Diana 1515444@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bon voyage, Suz! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1515357 Sun, 05 Jul 2015 15:45:50 +0000 JAileen 1515357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hope you have a great time. We may be going to China this next year so I'll be watching your posts about your trip.</p> <p>My experience in a foreign land: A couple years ago we visited Istanbul. It was quite unlike home. We live in a desert, and Istanbul is surrounded by water. At home, wet things dry very quickly. For example, in summer, sheets dry in an hour on the clothesline. Istanbul was extremely humid. I washed some underclothes by hand and they didn't dry for TWO DAYS. This was quite a surprise, because I needed to wear those clothes! Anyway, you're probably more used to humidity than me so you won't be taken by surprise. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1515241 Sun, 05 Jul 2015 05:52:00 +0000 CocoLion 1515241@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm too late to provide input (my only other thought was to pack a pair of socks to use as bedroom slippers, or a pair of flip flops). &nbsp;Just wanted to say, have a great time! &nbsp;I am bookmarking your thread because it's a great capsule for a 2+ week carry on trip. &nbsp;I know you put a lot of thought into this list and it will be so useful for me when I need it (may be a few years still but I can dream). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1515237 Sun, 05 Jul 2015 04:58:49 +0000 Eliza 1515237@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just saw your post and am late to be sharing capsule input. Just want to wish you a wonderful trip and great experiences while you are there. Your photos showcase perfect outfits that address your needs. Bon voyage! I look forward to hearing all about your adventures. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1515212 Sun, 05 Jul 2015 03:24:50 +0000 jackiec 1515212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Safe travels, Susan!! Love your capsule. Seems you're all sorted now. Must say #5 is amazing and seems like the breeziest, coolest option for the heat to me. Great shorts!! Look forward to update along the way. Take care </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1515199 Sun, 05 Jul 2015 02:54:32 +0000 Jaime 1515199@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, wow, wow! With the extra pair of shoes I think you are totally set. I completely feel for you - I would be a stomach churning mix of excitement and anxiety right now, especially about sharing a room with a stranger. I am going to vicariously enjoy your adventure though and can't wait to see what comes out of it both short and long term. You are probably almost on your way. Bon voyage! Have an amazing time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1515064 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 18:20:48 +0000 Anonymous 1515064@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No advice to add here, but that looks like a great extended travel capsule. Casual and hot-weather-friendly, but still definitely polished.</p> <p>Also just wanted to say to have a wonderful trip! And I forget whether I offered congrats on going back to grad school, etc. It all sounds really exciting! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1515046 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 17:42:23 +0000 Sveta 1515046@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am also too late for the advice and you are sorted already. Lovely capsule (also noticing quite a few new pieces here). Extra pair of shoes seems the right thing to do - especially if you have waterproof shoes. &nbsp;There might be a good reason why people in that region wear rubber flip flops - they may be pretty practical in the tropical downpour. In the worst case you can get a pair there </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1515009 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 15:20:14 +0000 Anonymous 1515009@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Everyone has said everything already (I was a little late getting up this morning ) but I could not imagine travelling like that with only 2 pair of shoes. I'd definitely be including another closed toe lightweight sneakerish thing.</p> <p>And I agree with the others re: jeans. Even the denim jacket. Both seem heavy to me and not needed in that kind of climate. I'm admiring your courage in including so much white - but you know yourself, so if it can stay fresh-looking , then go for it! &nbsp;</p> <p>All this aside, you have a ton of great new pieces here - cute Zara tops etc. &nbsp;Intrigued by the Aritizia jacketish kimono thing. &nbsp;Curious to see it on . (I can't go back and look to see if it's part of your photos or I'll lose my post ).</p> <p>Anyways, have a fantastic time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1514966 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 14:00:20 +0000 Angie 1514966@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great. You are sorted. Have a safe and super trip. Much love to you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1514965 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 13:58:11 +0000 donnat 1514965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have a great time, be safe, looking forward to the photos. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1514958 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 13:30:00 +0000 Elizabeth P 1514958@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm late, so no advice (what I`d have said you are already doing) just wanted to say bon voyage!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Oh, ok, I have some advice.&nbsp; :)&lt;br&gt;Any chance you have any Teva`s or Keen`s or waterproof Ecco's?&nbsp; I know, not the most fashion forward things in the world, but I think they'd be a much better choice than two pairs of silver sandals.&nbsp; I'd just hate to see them get ruined in the rain.&nbsp; My Ecco Yucatan's are the most comfortable, practical sandals, ever.&nbsp; I will never be without them... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule/page/2#post-1514955 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 13:26:56 +0000 MTBGirl 1514955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like you are good to go Suz! Have a wonderful trip! And it's not airing your dirty laundry! You've cleaned it by then! ; ) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514948 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 13:20:05 +0000 Suz 1514948@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great advice, all.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have the extra sandals. I have the stain stick.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have chucked the jeans. 2 pairs of linen pants and the tube skirt should be enough for when I need some coverage. I hope.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm bringing another short sleeved linen tee and maybe a silk sleeveless top. (It all fits, it all fits, and I am not trying to win any prizes for the smallest suitcase -- and anyway, this one IS small -- though not carry on.)&nbsp;</p> <p>I will definitely be able to wear the dresses more than once because they will wash in the sink easily and dry fast even in humidity (at least one of them will dry super fast -- the other might take a day in humid temps.) The tops will be a little harder to wash but not impossible. I hope. A lot depends on how private I feel, I think. Being an introvert, the thought of sharing a room with a stranger is giving me the heebie jeebies, and the idea of airing my dirty laundry (literally) is a bit much!</p> <p>Thanks so much for great advice, all, and I will pop on here as I am able while I am away.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514946 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 13:09:30 +0000 Anonymous 1514946@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! I do love seeing so many wonderful looks all in one post. Your capsule looks fab and you have had great advice from some of the ladies who know about the climate you're going too. I don't envy that humidity! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514944 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 13:04:16 +0000 Angie 1514944@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*applause*</p> <p>You look chic, comfy, polished, pulled together, fashionable and suitably casual. LOVE ALL THE OUTFITS. Just gorgeous. I see you got the silver sandals and a new pair of sneaks. As well as some tops from the Loft. Very, very nice.&nbsp;</p> <p>Two things to think about:&nbsp; <ul> <li>I *hope* that you can wear everything twice, Suz. Often in that type of weather (I know it well from living and working in HK), tops <i>especially </i>can only be worn once before needing a wash. Plus you won't have a/c in the class room. And since you don't have access to a washing machine - I wonder about that.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Pack another pair of shoes. If they get wet in the tropical rain - they take a long time to dry in very humid China.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br />(Do carry Tide to go for your white pants).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514933 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 12:41:06 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1514933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>it all works together very well. I echo Karie about the whites getting dirty. I carry individually wrapped Shout wipes in my handbag for this purpose. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514932 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 12:37:54 +0000 Windchime 1514932@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are bringing your fab style with you, Suz! Just make sure your footwear is up for MILES of walking. I remember, when we were in China (receiving our best gift ever), how much walking we did.</p> <p>Say hello to China for me, and have an absolutely wonderful time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514927 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 12:26:07 +0000 Karie 1514927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I came across this blogger and thought you might like to see how she packs. I haven't read all of her packing posts, but she packs lightly (maybe a little too much so for me) and she fits it all into a carry on.&nbsp;<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.teamwiking.com/travel-light-packing-list/"><br /><a href="http://www.teamwiking.com/travel-light-packing-list/" rel="nofollow">http://www.teamwiking.com/trav.....king-list/</a></a></p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514923 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 12:13:21 +0000 dakotacheryl 1514923@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fabulous, Flattering, Versatile !! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514915 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 11:53:34 +0000 viva 1514915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree on leaving the jeans at home. I might bring one long-sleeved top but not two. You do have the little jacket for layering, and you have the linen pants for leg coverage. (I get cold in AC so I am sensitive to that, but really -- in that heat and with the wet, will you wear jeans?).</p> <p>I totally agree with bringing another pair of sandals. I love so many of your pieces I am fighting myself not to click!!! And both short dresses and your long black column look are amazing on you. </p> <p>Have a wonderful time, Suz! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514902 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 11:10:40 +0000 Summer 1514902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is all looking beautiful, Suz. &nbsp;I would opt for more sandals, as comfortable, refreshed feet are going to be one of your top priorities in those weather conditions.<br />Have a great trip. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514899 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 10:50:23 +0000 Anonymous 1514899@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Suz. &nbsp;You look gorgeous. &nbsp;Some of those ensembles blew my mind, they were so perfect in every way. &nbsp;</p> <p>I defer to other poster's comments about the jeans and long sleeve tops. &nbsp;Based on your description, I agree with them. &nbsp;I would go sleeveless all the way. &nbsp;</p> <p>One thought. &nbsp;In temperatures like you describe, I wash my clothes after every wearing. &nbsp;I find I can wear sleeveless tops without having to wash them as often in hot, hot temperatures. &nbsp; </p> <p>I will be very curious to see how you do given your constraints. &nbsp;Good luck. &nbsp;Travel safely. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514886 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 07:38:23 +0000 Astrid 1514886@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are you going to wear the jeans on the flight? If no then I would leave them at home. No way would I wear skinny jeans in that kind of weather. I also agree with what others have said about the longsleeved tops, although if they are truly breezy and linen... I think the second pair of sandals are a great idea. I also think taking a pair of flip flops in your bag might be helpful with keeping your real shoes dry. It looks like a great capsule otherwise. I do want to echo what Carolbee said though - no need to take it all just because it fits into the suitcase. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514883 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 06:37:02 +0000 carolbee 1514883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love this capsule, very co-ordinated. I echo the comment about so many long sleeve tops, if its going to be hot I doubt you would need any, especially since you have a few toppers. I'd ditch the tops and pack the extra shoes. BTW - just cos it will all fit doesn't mean you have to take it all!! just sayin ..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514870 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 05:18:07 +0000 Anonymous 1514870@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great! &nbsp;I would forget the jeans and scarf. &nbsp;You will be sweaty without even moving around in this weather. &nbsp;It will be so sticky, your clothes will feel wet all day long and you will be sweaty even after a shower. &nbsp;I swear that I will never return to Beijing in the middle of summer, which I count from May to mid September but especially July and August. &nbsp;Bring clothes that are breezy, nothing tight. &nbsp; Thank God for air conditioning. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514862 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 04:27:46 +0000 lyn67 1514862@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Woohoo, for the camo rolled up BF shorts, have I missed them when you bought it??? What a coesive and super stylish travel capsule for your special needs there, Suz!!! I am dying of envy! Shoes, both silver metallic(?) really are a some statemnet pieces, which elavate to an even higher level (if there is room for more) all of the outfits! I have no ideea if you need more shoes, but your capsule is beautiful! Are you travelling alone?(no familly, I mean?). Anyway, have fun and a great time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514858 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 04:21:22 +0000 AJ 1514858@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, looks well planned out! I like all the outfits! </p> <p>So both pairs of shoes are quick drying for all the predicted rain? How about stashing a light pair of waterproof sandals/flip flops in your day bag in case you are caught walking in a wet mess? I also would recommend a folding hand fan.</p> <p>Have a great trip! Safe travels! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514853 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 04:17:07 +0000 Suz 1514853@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Helpful replies -- thank you all! And yes, <b>Beth Ann</b> -- same here. The country gave me one of the biggest gifts of my life! :)&nbsp;</p> <p>It seems the consensus is I could use another pair of shoes or sandals. Thank you; I'm going to do it.&nbsp;I think I'll bring the Soffts. I know for sure they work for long periods. Too bad all my shoes are silver...but what can you do. That's what I've got. </p> <p><b>Rambling Ann</b> -- China in general is far less formal than Japan, and I'll be in an especially casual setting. I had not thought of bugs...that was not an issue on my other trips there. But now you are creeping me out! Yikes. ;)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Donna,</b> I don't think any footwear would really stand up to torrential rain...ugh. The soles on these shoes are good, though. But I do think I should bring another pair -- probably sandals (despite Ann's comments....)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Lucy,</b> I see your point. But I don't own a light cardigan. Guess I will have to buy one if I need it. &nbsp; BTW, the 3/4 length sleeve knit tops are linen. Not cotton. They are SUPER lightweight. The sleeves give coverage from the sun. I wouldn't wear the navy on an exceptionally hot day, but the others are fine. There is only the one cotton sweater -- mainly for the plane.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Diana</b>, yes, I've tried the shoes on hot days. They pass....barely...because, yeah. Feet swell.&nbsp;</p> <p>For handbags, I have a knapsack (what I'll mainly use -- Patagucci -- ha!) and a small black and white shoulder bag. I won't use it often -- only if we go anywhere slightly fancier.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Karie</b> -- STAIN STICK. You are my saviour. I thought about it earlier and forgot -- but you nailed it. Thank you.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks, <b>Maneera</b> -- I hope you are right about the toppers!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Smittie</b>, thank you. I could wear the Loft dress for a dinner if there is one. It feels a bit short to be dressy to me, but maybe I won't feel that in the heat.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks,<b>Kiwigal </b>-- as a practiced traveller your advice is especially welcome!&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/china-travel-capsule#post-1514852 Sat, 04 Jul 2015 04:13:49 +0000 Anonymous 1514852@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have a beautiful, well thought out travel capsule. I would add another pair of comfortable walking shoes. Even my fussy feet can get by with 2 pair, but you have the torrential rain factor. Maybe some of those gear type shoes that are meant to be worn in water? You may not have any free time to shop there when you might need to. I am so excited for you. Have a safe and fabulous time. </p>