https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:15:56 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-73773 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 22:57:30 +0000 Dawn 73773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay.... I finally finished packing! Who knew that even with a comprehensive packing list that it would take so long!</p> <p>Thank you all for your help and I'll talk to you all again in a week! Take care of yourselves!</p> <p>France, here I come! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-73459 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:30:08 +0000 yublocka 73459@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very late but a few comments here:</p> <p>- great idea not to bring the jewellery you wear everyday. I lost my everyday silver ring that I bought in Egypt on a diving trip a few years back, and I still miss it to this day!!!</p> <p>- I took a vest with me to US/canada when I was on a tight packing budget and didn't regret it. Made a plain tshirt and jeans or tshirt and skit outfit just that bit different.</p> <p>- I actually bought my wristlet whilst on holidays and have found it invaluable ever since so I totally second that opinion!!!!</p> <p>Have a great time!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-73066 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:59:36 +0000 Vani 73066@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have a great vacation Dawn! Bring back lots of pictures </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-73010 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 21:57:40 +0000 bella 73010@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have nothing to add but I wanted to wish you a good trip. It sounds amazing and I hope you post pictures when you return. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72999 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 21:26:37 +0000 De 72999@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow Dawn, you make packing seem incredibly easy!<br /> Hope you enjoy your trip. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72997 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 21:20:23 +0000 Dawn 72997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone for your comments. I have added a sweater to my list and I plan to wear it on the plane with a light layer underneath it and skinnies. </p> <p>The waistcoat goes with the two fitted tshirts that I'm bringing with me. The fitted tees can be used as a layering item or for general lounging around the chalet. The cardigans can also be worn over the tees and the dresses. </p> <p>In terms of colour coordination, I own a pretty colour coordinated wardrobe so I shouldn't have too many issues with that.</p> <p>I'm planning on bringing along a small handbag for nights out and some costume jewellery. I initially planned on bringing my silver necklace &#38; silver and amber ring that I always wear but I don't want to risk losing them. </p> <p>My overall packing list looks like this now:</p> <p>skinnies (worn on plane)<br /> grey leggings<br /> 2 shorter dresses<br /> 2 tshirts (one to be worn on plane)<br /> 1 knee length dress<br /> 3 cardigans<br /> 1 waistcoat<br /> 1 sweater (to be worn on plane)<br /> 1 pair ballet shoes (one to be worn on plane)<br /> 1 pair sandals<br /> bikini (just remembered that there is a swimming lake outside the town)<br /> jewellery<br /> handbag<br /> pjs, undies &#38; cycling gear<br /> lots and lots of factor 50 suncream!</p> <p>Thank you for all your help! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72785 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 04:24:46 +0000 lwc 72785@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ditto on the small bag/wristlet.</p> <p>You should also add a few pieces of costume jewelry to add interest/finish off your outfits. Nothing fancy, but something like earrings, a necklace and/or a bracelet wouldn't take up any space. How about a summery scarf?</p> <p>Have fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72708 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 23:38:42 +0000 shell 72708@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>sounds like you have it mostly sorted out! my only suggestion would be to coordinate the colors so you can mix and match easily. often times, i have outfits "planned", but then decide i don't like a particular shirt or cardigan with an outfit. it makes it a lot easier to switch when everything "goes" together. have fun on your trip! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72671 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:51:54 +0000 Steph 72671@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What are you going to wear under the cardigans? The tee-shirts? If not, you should add a couple of camis to the list. </p> <p>I think that this list looks good, although personally I would drop the waistcoat--seems like an unnecessary extra when you are trying to pack bare bones. I think the cardigans make good sense for the evenings, in case it gets chilly, and the leggings or skinnies can go under your dress if necessary. </p> <p>I would stick with the two pairs of shoes you have--shoes take up so much space when packing. I second the comment about a small bag, or even a wristlet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72661 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:32:27 +0000 LoP 72661@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is helping me. I'm going to France for vacation in a few weeks. Out lists are pretty similar. Don't forget a little bag or clutch for going out at night. I find a small easy to carry bag very useful on vacation to put keys, money and lipstick in when I don't have to tote more around. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72646 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:50:30 +0000 kristy 72646@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh and HAVE FUN! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72645 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:49:57 +0000 kristy 72645@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First of all I am EXTREMELY jealous! your trip sounds amazing!! </p> <p>I think your list pretty much covers everything. I'd take an extra t-shirt because it tends to get humid and sticky, so you might want an extra! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72451 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:22:28 +0000 Angie 72451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good list, Dawn. Bring the waistcoat!</p> <p>I’d take along something warmer too. You know how weather patterns can change over night in Western Europe. Have fun </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72398 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 15:30:29 +0000 Alecia 72398@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Seems to me you've got it covered. Not sure about the waistcoat. That would be cute but something extra. Could you wear it with at least 2 outfits? Your vacation sounds fantastic. Have a great time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-pack-for-france#post-72383 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 09:31:20 +0000 Dawn 72383@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi everyone!</p> <p>I am going to the French Alps next Saturday for a week long holiday and I need some help packing. The holiday is a mountain biking holiday so I'll be spending most of my day in cycling gear (I have this part of packing covered) but I am unsure about what to wear at night and on days that I'm not cycling. The town we are staying in is super-casual (ski resort in the winter and hiking &#38; biking resort in the summer) so I think my normal style will be a bit too smart-casual for the holiday. My baggage allowance is also 20kg, most which will be spent on packing my cycling gear so I also have a pretty limited amount of space for clothes. The projected temperature for these days are about 26-32C (78-90F) as well so I am working from my limited summer wardrobe as well. </p> <p>What I am thinking about bringing:</p> <p>skinnies<br /> grey leggings<br /> 2 shorter dresses- ( <a href="http://adressandabike.wordpress.com/2009/06/04/outfit-hello-sailor/" rel="nofollow">http://adressandabike.wordpres.....lo-sailor/</a> and <a href="http://adressandabike.wordpress.com/2009/05/05/may-5th-study-day/" rel="nofollow">http://adressandabike.wordpres.....study-day/</a>)<br /> 2 tshirts<br /> 1 knee length dress<br /> 3 cardigans<br /> 1 waistcoat ??<br /> 1 pair ballet shoes<br /> 1 pair sandals</p> <p>Should I bring another pair of shoes, or should I strike anything off or add anything to my packing list?</p> <p>Thanks! </p>