PACKING: CLOTHES FOR EVERY OCCASION
MY MUST HAVE ITEMS FOR EVERY OCCASION!
This obviously depends on how long you're going for, where you're going and what you're planning on doing whilst there – but as I'm an overthinker I always tend to pack for almost every occasion possible. And because I'm small, and my clothes are small - I can usually do this without taking up too much space...
So below is a list of the clothes I tend to always pack and why... and by always I mean, whatever trip we go on, whatever the season, UK or abroad, 2 nights or 10nights - you can guarantee I'll have the below with me as long as space allows, along with some top tips too!
- Tights - 2x thermal and 2x normal - I always end up snagging or tearing a hole in a pair!
- More socks and pants than you need – because you can guarantee you can never find them or they get wet – knee socks are great too for those cooler summer days
TOP TIP 1:
I often pack socks, pants etc in a separate luggage bag or clear pencil case for ease of finding on longer trips
- A multi-way bra that works with every top
- A bikini or swimsuit - just in case!
- Pyjamas, I recommend leggings, a tee-shirt and a warm (thermal) jumper
TOP TIP 2:
Think about your PJ's - as if you don't have a loo in your unit - you'll be wanting something suitable/warm/protective from insect bites for walking to the toilet block in.
- Vest top - standard strapy – good for base layer or if gets surprisingly warm
- Vest top - that can be 'dressed up' for a meal out if need be
- Skirt - that can be 'dressed up' for a meal out if need be
- Shorts
- A dress that's casual or could dress up for if it's sunny – t-shirt dresses are great to protect my shoulders from too much sun - especially if you've forgotten or ran out of sun cream!
- Thin cover up for the sun
- Walking trousers /Waterproof trousers
- Quick-dry leggings (are a godsend!
- When it comes to jumpers I always like to 'layer up' - as in the UK you never quite know what the weather will be like, so I have base layers that are suitable for sunny weather walks, then a long sleeve top for if it gets breezy but still warm, a small thermal jumper - I usually take one of these with me where I go - even nights out on the town - and then a thicker warm jumper and an emergency fleece in the backpack
- If space allows I usually pack two coats - so if one gets mega wet and takes a day or two to dry out, you have another. They're usually dependent on the trip/weather, and one is a tad bigger/warmer than the other
- Walking boots, flip flops/sandals, my Northface mules and a 'back up' pair of boots – usually my Doc Martens
- A woolly hat, gloves and a sun hat!
- A thin scarf - these are great as they're very versatile - they can be used as a sun protector, a neck warmer, a face protector, a bag tie, or in extreme circumstances... tied between your legs to form a pair of shorts for sliding off a mountain top on a rain coat! More can be read about that here!
TOP TIP 3:
Invest in some decent base layers and warm, quick-dry items
For example, thermal leggings are great as they dry quickly if it's been a rainy damp day - or you can even wash and re-wear!
TOP TIP 4:
Be a goth to avoid colour clashes😉
in all seriousness though, packing outfits that have simple colours /patterns are great to avoid colour clashes/problems deciding what to wear in the mornings.
TOP TIP 5:
The more versatile they can be, the better! For example, casual items that can be 'dressed up' for those unplanned meals out are great.
Written by Trish
Written by Trish
Written by Trish
Written by Trish
