WIW...travel capsule-first week

I know I posted about wanting to trash the clothes I packed for a Caribbean vacation and buy new ones in bright colours, but TBH, what I packed is working out just fine. I started acquiring olive items in March 2019, and slowly grew this capsule over the summer. As such, some of the items work quite well for warm temps!

My SYC (style your closet) and # of wears will be interesting for February, since I’m changing clothes 4 x a day, and doing lots of repeat wears! 1 outfit for breakfast, change to workout kit, shower and change to swim/beach kit, shower and change to dinner/evening kit. There was a nature hike, and a day in town, as exceptions.

Here is what I packed - though I subbed out the white jeans and wore blue jeans for travel, and subbed out black and white striped T for yellow and white striped T - all in a carry on!

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#1 Land’s End shirt dress with the infamous description of ‘grey asparagus paisley’ worn for breakfast twice and dinner once.

#2 cotton olive shorts and dark floral t-shirt worn for breakfast 3 times, and super casual beach dinner once
#3 Lululemon OTF 7/8 pants and blush lace tank top worn twice for dinners
#4 White sheath dress worn for a day in town (all day)
#5 olive shorts and olive and cream top (3rd wear) worn for casual dinner
#6/7 sample of mix and match bikini tops and bottoms, and rash guard worn every day after first 2-3 hours

Shoes (olive leather sneakers, white canvas sneakers, natural slides, black/brown flip flops) are getting rotated with flip flops for the beach, slides around the resort, sneakers for nature hike and visit to town. A Longchamps Lepliage is perfect as a beach tote and fits books, water, snacks, towels, etc. - mine and DH’s!

Not shown - Lycra shorts, exercise bra, and tank top worn for gym workouts. I have 2 sets and have been washing them in the sink and hanging them to dry.

So far, so good! Half way with 7 days left and some unworn items in reserve!

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Veteran

Wow, you look fabulous in everything. I could not even pick a favorite, but am thinking I am glad I just found a white sheath myself, so I don't have to start hunting for one !

rachylou

It’s truly a gorgeous capsule. Reminds of the 60s Hey Dey of the Glamorous life.

Bonnie

Looks like you have lots of variety. This trip sounds lovely.

slim cat

Olive colors mixed with black, white and a bit of blush are perfect for you! All outfits are pretty on you - can't pick a fav. Love your smile!

Bijou

A beautiful capsule for what sounds like a wonderful summer holiday.

SarahD8

Gorgeous, Runcarla! I agree with Rachylou about the vibe here — you’ve absolutely nailed Caribbean Tomboy Glamour.

nemosmom

You look gorgeous! Proof that a well-planned capsule can pay off in spades. I don't think I have seen you in blush before - it's a really beautiful color on you and looks smashing with your olive.

catherine

All of your outfits look casual cool. Well done. You look lovely.

Barbara Diane

I especially like the outfit with the pink top.

Staysfit

Thanks for sharing Carla! First, I want to say that your swimwear is fabulous! I love to see women wearing two piece swim wear with confidence! I still wear two piece swim wear as well and wish I saw more people my age and older doing the same! I recently purchased a rash guard swim shirt and swim capri’s to wear while I do things like Paddle-boarding and Kayaking. I am hopeful they will not feel too warm on hot days because the previous rash guard tops I have purchased have felt like broiler bags! Do you like yours? What brand do you have?

Your travel capsule is stylish, has color, pattern and texture. My travel capsule needs work, and improving mine could be a good goal for 2020. Last year I used a neutral palette of grey and blue, and found a few items that worked well for warm beach destinations including Keen water shoes, an Adidas visor, and a belt bag. Seeing your capsule inspires me to add more pattern and texture. I also plan to adopt light layers at the airport instead of my winter coat and boots. I am planning on a zipped polar fleece with a hood, a down vest and a field jacket. Each layer could potentially be used separately at my destination for warmth in the morning or evening when it is cool. Did you bring rain gear?

Anonymous

What a great capsule! My favorite is #3 too!

Sisi

I laughed at the "asparagus paisley" ! All the outfits look appropriate for the occasion and fab. I especially like #2.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Your travel capsule is PERFECT for you. You look FABULOUS

Cardiff girl

you do indeed look fabulous .love the first dress and the rash suit especially.

Helena

Terrific Carla - I especially love the asparagus dress on you! YLF; enjoy!!

Runcarla

@staysfit - I’m in and out of the water a lot, and find 2 piece suits much more convenient and fast drying. I actually pull out the removable sponge ‘bust enhancers’. Who wants wet sponges sitting on their chest?

I think the rash guard/swim shirt is going to be the MVP of this trip. I found mine in a Bikini Village, so actually got to try it on. I usually hate things with long sleeves, and push them up, but this top is light, cool, and super comfortable/soft. Even without a zip, it is easy to get on and off both wet and dry. Does not bag out when wet and dries super fast. When I decide I’ve had enough sun, I put it on over my swim suit, but then slip off my bikini top, and wear just the shirt. I don’t feel like I need any extra ‘support’ IYKWIM. I don’t think I would want to wear it as a stand alone t-shirt IRL, but I think it will get some more wears as part of my cycling kit this summer.

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