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Weekend Getaway // What To Pack

May 24, 2017

By:

Erin Schrader

With summer getaways on the horizon [I have one this weekend – yaaaay!], I thought it would be fun to do a little post on what to pack because if we know one thing, it is that packing is the worst. Like the worst. And maybe that’s just for me, but for whatever reason I am always riding front and center on the struggle bus big time when it comes to knowing what I need to bring, what should stay home and waiting until the last second [literally] to throw things in a bag. In effort to avoid that I headed to Nordstrom and their vacation destination page to find exactly what I should take! From casual day outfits, to spicy little evening dresses, comfortable yet stylish shoes, the cutest swimsuits and coverups on the planet and of course – all of the necessary beauty must-haves for on the go, they literally have you covered on everything making your job super easy. All you have to do is go!

The best part of this? Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale starts TODAY meaning many of the items you see here [and a ton that you don’t] of select styles from top brands are now marked down up to 40% off, now through June 4th. Free shipping + free returns! You don’t want to miss out on one of the most exciting times of the year!
Alright, let’s start packing our bags shall we? To begin with – you want a comfortable travel outfit either to or from your destination. Nobody likes to be all constrained while in the car or plane, so for me a comfy dress [I love this one!] and comfortable shoes it is! Because you can’t always control the climate, I like to have layers when traveling! This military vest makes fun for a fun addition and can easily be removed once you get to wherever it is you are going!
 Caslon Knit Shift Dress [true to size, wearing in XS] // Pleione Cotton Twill Military Vest [size down, wearing in XS petite for 5’4] // Converse Chuck Taylor ‘Shoreline’ Sneaker [true to size]
 Okay, so now that we got to where we are going [congratulations, pour a glass of wine, sit outside and take in the scenery] you’ll want a cute little number to explore town in. Assuming it’s warm wherever you are headed, a fun little top with a pair of shorts and a comfortable yet cute pair of sandals will be necessary [these sandals are super comfortable when walking around!] If you’re anything like me, you’re also going to want to find the nearest margarita and giant bowl of chips and queso to dip your face in. Here’s my look to accomplish just that….

 Evening time — sure you want to look cute, but you’re also on vacation so the need to go overboard isn’t necessary. Find something that is lightweight and easy to pack, for me it’s this under $50 dress, and jazz it up with a flashy pair of tassel earrings, colorful clutch and wedges that won’t make you hate your life when you walk in them! Effortless and easy, just the way vaca should be!
Leith Racerback Shift Dress [wearing in small] // Gorjana Tulum Tassel Earrings // Similar fun clutch: Steve Madden Josa Tassel & Bead Clutch // Jeffrey Campbell Del Sol Wedge Sandal [true to size]

Time to wake up and tackle day numero two! Whether you are doing a little sightseeing, venturing the streets of downtown, partaking in a little shopping or whatever it may be, you’ll want to be fully equipped to take on the day. My go to for these days exploring is a softer than soft tee and a bag that is going to hold my sunnies, sunscreen and all of those other must-haves. This Rebecca Minkoff leather backpack is so lightweight, so stylish and the mint color – oh the mint color! Throw it on and you’re ready to roll baby!

Lush V-Neck Tee [true to size, wearing in small] // Sp Black Frayed Hem Skinny Jeans [true to size] Rebecca Minkoff ‘Medium Julian’ Backpack // Treasure & Bond Stone Fringe Choker Dolce Vita Juno Sandal [true to size]

 To complete your weekend away on your final night out, try opting for something a little less fancy but a little more polished than your day look! For me that’s a peplum top, white jeans and these adorable fringe wedges for a pop of pizazz!
And because no weekend away is complete without the essentials, here is a reminder of what else to throw in that bag before heading out the door!
There you have it – a complete weekend getaway packing list right at your fingertips!
Are you headed anywhere fun this summer? If so, what item are you taking that I am missing?
And to recap it all because phew, there was a lot, you can shop today’s post easily below —


Disclosure: Thank you to Nordstrom and ShopStyle for partnering for today’s post.

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