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This years travel capsule for my Greek vacay.

Anonymous

This is getting to be a yearly tradition

So I thought I'd share with you what I'm packing to take for my Greek holiday which starts next Sunday

Most days are spent lazing on the beach and swimming a lot, so my day wear tends to be a bikini under a tee shirt and shorts/beach skirt or a cover up. If we do a day trip I will most likely wear the same formula, as occasionally the trips involve getting on and off boats and some swimming/turtle spotting or pottering around vineyard or village etc.See photos 1-3 for daywear, which consists of 4 bikinis (I like to put a dry one on at lunchtime), 1 pair of shorts, a beach skirt, 4 tees and a cover-up. Footwear will be rubber beach flip flops.

For evenings we always wander around the town and pick a taverna to eat in and I like to put something summery and a bit dressier on (photos 4-11). I've noticed how some Greek ladies love top dress up and there are also lots of Italians who look fab and love some bling too. I have decided to take 3 dresses, 2 skirts and 4 tops. As we're going for 11 nights the plan is to wear each dress twice (maybe 3 times for #7) and each skirt twice with a different top each time.

I have a question...I'm undecided between the tops in #9 and #10. Which do you prefer?

Finally, I'm taking one cream clutch bag, and three pairs of shoes for the evening...Coral sandals, nude cage sandals and white leather flip flops as well as rubber flip flops for beach and Converse for travelling. My travel outfit is ponte pants, light sweater over tee, topped off with a denim jacket and a light scarf. Oh, and I'm taking one cardigan in case I need it at night (though doubtful as I didn't last year). A bit of jewellery is going with me too..see last photo.

It's a bit of a long post so if you've stuck with it thanks!

I'd love to hear what you think and especially about the two top choices mentioned. Thanks for looking!

ETA..I forgot to say that I made the dresses in 6 and 7, both skirts and the top in 10.

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Thistle

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Mm mm, Greek vacation . . . Sounds lovely! Looks to me like you're set, but I haven't been on a real vacation since befor kids

texstyle

(website)

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Sounds so incredible (again) you lucky lady! I think I have a slight preference for the tee in #9 just because it looks more comfortable and would be flexible to wear with shorts as well. Love your swim suits! Everything looks really great - I esp. love the new dress you made in #7 and I also really like #8 (a slight sporty, classy vibe - makes me think of Ali McGraw in one of her later movies).

Anonymous

Thanks Thistle! I hope you get the chance for a lovely holiday soon

Thanks Texstyle, glad you like the dresses :). And I think I need to clarify that non of my evening tops or tees will be used for beach/daywear as they are likely to get covered in sand and suncream

Murph11

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SO JEALOUS! I love your bikinis! Do you ever mix them: leopard top with purple bottoms? I like the dressier dot top with the skirt as a distinction from your day wear tees. Have a beautiful holiday, and please post a few travel photos on your return

Eliza

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Wow! You have packing for this trip down pat. Beautiful looks and the skirts and dresses you made are fantastic. I like the asymmetrical flowing dress for a warm, sunny trip. Coral is your friend.

I like both tops in 9 and 10; the tee may be more versatile as the other one is probably more likely for dinner time.

Do you get by with just one pair of shorts? Whenever I am swimming a lot, and pulling shorts on when damp or a little sandy, I bring a back up pair. Maybe the cover up gives enough options, though. Like the shoe choices and clutch, too.

Your options will help make this an easy, relaxing trip. Enjoy it.

Ankita

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Wowsie…a long holiday in Greece sounds lovely! That’s the one place I really want to visit and i’m so excited for you
Ok, so i love all the bikinis in #1, they’re playful and the colours are stunning. Also love the mix of styles you’re taking with you
#2 looks like a cool and casual capsule,so that’s great and i adore the coverup in #3 - Lovely burst of colours once again and the tassel details at the bottom are quite striking…think this will look gorgeous on you!
The white skirt in #4/5 looks so trendy…perfect for a summer vacation
Think i’ve already said how much i love you in #7! <3
Between #9 & 10, I think i prefer #9 because it looks more relaxed and maybe would be a good back up if you want to create another look, maybe?
Smart choice of footwear and jewellery too… i think you’re all set Diane…woop woop!!!
P.S- can't wait to see pictures and hear stories from the trip! <3
Much Love... xoxo

Anonymous

Thanks Murpheleven!

Thanks Eliza. I have a beach skirt in the photo as well as the shorts and my cover up is another option. I always change into dry swimwear at lunchtime too, so I don't have wet shorts or skirt. Oh, and the options from #4 to #11 are all for meant for evenings and dinner.

Anonymous

Cross posted, Thank you Ankita!

jackiec

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Your capsule looks perfect! Enjoy your holiday - it sounds like it will be amazing. I always pack along a few (inexpensive) blingy pieces for dressing for dinner. I like a casual dress with a bit of a bling necklace to dress it up on vacation.

Angie

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*APPLAUSE*

First of all - I LOVE the bikinis. You go girl. Over 50 and never looked more fab. WOOOHOOOOO. You are inspirational.

Second, you are killer stunning in #4. WOW.

All your outfits are spectacular, Diane. You holiday in Greece with style and I am envious. I love Greek food too.

Maneera

(website)

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I. Love. Everything.

Seriously Di, you're rocking in everything!!!! I so love #4....the skirt makes me swoon! It's beyond fabulous! I want it too!!!

But honestly, every single outfit is fabulous. I love #10.... It's so lovely.....though I also love #9, so I can't choose obviously. Perfect capsule!!!! You look gorgeous!!!! And I'm trying to imagine you wearing these with a glowy tan!

Diana

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I think this is your best Greece capsule yet! I looooove the white skirt in 4-5 and both outfits with it are absolutely stunning. And you know I think the dress in #7 is fantastic.

Anonymous

Impressive in every way, Diane: your planning skills (well chosen colour mixes, ready in time to avoid a last-minute packing panic), your capsule choices (looks like you could take a carry on bag and still have plenty to wear), and most especially your sewing talent. I love every item you made. I prefer the top in pic 10 over the one in pic 9 for the use you have planned. Both tops in 10 and 11 go beautifully with the coral skirt, as do the tops with your eye-catching white skirt. You're definitely going to up the style bar for the Greek and Italian ladies.

Anonymous

Thanks Jackie! Yes, I always pack a little jewellery to just add a bit extra to a look.

*blushing* Thank you Angie! I'm glad you approve of all my outfit options.

Thanks Manny! Glad you like the selection. And I hope I will get a bit of a glow. I don't tan well at all (I go beige!) and so I always take loads of gradual tan body lotion with me

Thank you Diana! I see more love for the skirt in 4/5.

Thank you Aliona! Another vote for #10 top...Looks like I may be taking that one then

Suz

(website)

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This is an absolutely stunning capsule and you look drop dead gorgeous. I love it all!!! Your experience with this trip really helps because you know just what you will need. Love 4,5,6,7,8.... Oh heck. I love it all!! I might go with the dressier top since its to be used for a dressier purpose. Fab bikinis by the way. WOW.

unfrumped

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Just gorgeous and perfect for the occasions. Love that you can take different footwear to have fun with outings after swims.
I also like top 10, though is less versatile, if you you think you have plenty of T's already, because it truly looks more like a going-out top. Or, your dresses may have that covered adequately. Can't go wrong either way, I think.

Alassë

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I really like the dress in 6, and the skirt in 9/10/11. Such lovely colours!

skylurker

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I also vote #10, dressier than #9 for your evenings out.
More love for the white skirt.

What a fabulous holiday capsule, practical and elegant.

Anonymous

Thanks for your enthusiasm Suz!

Thanks Unfrumped. More #10 love too

Thanks Alasse! In knew you'd like my coral skirt

Thank you Skylurker!

Ok, #10 top wins I think. I'll take that one.

jenanded

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How much fun and I love every outfit. I love Top 10 as it is a bit dressier. Is this one of your makes? I have dusted off my sewing machine and this is the very type of top I would love to make.... have fun on vacay... not long to go now

kerlyn

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A bit late maybe...but I love #10 as well. Really lovely travel capsule. Have a wonderful trip!

Cerinda

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Oh, that white skirt!!! How I love it! But the dress in #7is giving it some real competition for a place in my affection.

I prefer the top in #10. Great swimwear. Super thinking on your travel outfit. In sum: totally brilliant!

One bag?

Have big fun, Diane!

Jaime

(website)

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Diane I have only been on one Greek holiday but your description brought the image perfectly to my mind. You look absolutely lovely and fab (I especially love the dress you made in #7 and prefer the second option top #10). Have a wonderful, relaxing time!

Parsley

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Fabulous vacation capsule, Diane!
It's perfect for relaxing fun in the sun. That dress in #7 is just amazing- I'm in awe of your skills! (and green with jealousy of your bikini figure)
Have a marvelous trip, you are going to be the most stylish lady around!

carolbee

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Diane, this is a fab capsule. The individual items are gorgeous and it all goes together so well. More love for the white skirt. I pick top #10, not sure why, just love that combo more.

Caro in Oz

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I love the bikinis & #5 the top & skirt are both fab.

Mmmm Greek food.

We have a really large Greek population in Australia (lucky us) their food has to be up there as one of my favourites.

Have a wonderful time & have a big glass of assyrtiko for me

Anonymous

Oh, Jen, you should get sewing. It's hard work but rewarding isn't it. I could pm you a close up of my top if you like? Thanks for the compliment too.

Thank you Kerlyn!

Thanks Cerinda! There will be me DH and DS travelling and we have a decent baggage allowance each. We'll check 2 large cases in and have a small piece of hand luggage each.

Thanks Jaime!

Thanks Parsley! Hmm, not sure about bikini figure, but I don't like one pieces, so if I look a little flabby then onlookers can look away can't they

Thanks Carole!

Thanks Caro! You know there's a fab restaurant that we go to that's run buy an Aussie lady and her Greek hubby. They know us quite well now and the food is amazing. I'm not familiar with assyrtiko though? Must ask her about it.

Summer

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This is a fabulous capsule, Diane. I love all your dressier outfits, and the two dresses you made are beautiful - especially 7, which looks so elegant.

Of the two tops that you're undecided on, I really love 10. It looks, fresh, crisp and just that little bit different.

Have a wonderful time.

Karie

(website)

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I like the top in #9 a little better for a vacation. It mixes dressy and casual, and that's something I like to do while on vacation. I love all the dresses and skirts in your capsule. I just returned from a work trip to Las Vegas, and with temps approaching 105 F, that's what I wore. I see you don't have any shorts in your capsule - I like to throw a pair in just for quick runs to the store, hotel lobby, etc.

Enjoy your vacation!

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