Summer can't be far away, because this week the shops are filled with nautical stripes, crabs and fish! The navy & grey inspiration for this travel wardrobe is a 1937 vintage travel poster of the glamorous Monaco Grand Prix. Artist and part-time racing driver, George Ham, created this fun depiction of the famous race as it twists and turns along narrow streets, hairpin … [Read more...]
What to pack | Black, white & red capsule wardrobe
Vintage travel posters are so full of inspirational colour and graphics! The black, white & red inspiration for this travel wardrobe is a fabulous artwork from 1959 children's book This Is London by Czech author M. Sasek. These books are still wildly popular, not least for their beautiful pictures - see the full range here. Or pop a bright poster up in a bedroom - Paris, … [Read more...]
5 ways to elevate your holiday wardrobe beyond the basics
As you stand in front of your wardrobe deciding what to pack for your holiday, are there some reliable favourites that you always reach for? Perhaps jeans? Anything black? And if you'll be sitting on a plane for awhile, chances are there's plenty of stretchy numbers in your holiday wardrobe. But if you've got the basics down pat, squeeze a few items into your suitcase that … [Read more...]
What to pack for Hong Kong
For a sophisticated city getaway, Hong Kong is a fabulous choice! It's not too far away, but is home to a whole other world of cultural and delectable delights. And don't forget the shopping!! Fascinating street markets, like the Jade Market and Temple Street Night Market, and glamorous malls and department stores filled with fashion from budget to luxe. And it's where … [Read more...]
What to pack in your travel beauty bag
There's no room in a suitcase for clothes that you won't wear or beauty products that you won't use. What you need on holiday is a simple beauty routine, the same as what you do at home, or a slightly abridged version if possible. I've been known to go away with moisturiser, deodorant and a hair brush, but these days I like to pay a bit more attention to my skin, and wear … [Read more...]
What to pack for Paris in autumn
When I think of Paris in autumn, I don't think of the pastel prettiness of her spring persona. Paris in autumn is still feminine, but she's a bit boho, a bit rock chick. In fact I think she may be Florence Welch. Check out these gorgeous pics of Miss Welch on Fashion Gone Rogue - all texture, luxe fabrics, blues and reds. Luscious! My parents will be in Paris in autumn, so it's … [Read more...]
What to pack for Japan
Is Japan having a moment? I keep hearing of people going or planning to go. And each time I do it creeps stealthily up my travel wish list. It's a bit sneaky that way. It might not be the first place you think of for a holiday, but it has so much cool stuff! Especially when you can escape our cold weather in winter for a blast of summer sunshine. (And stuff your face with … [Read more...]
What to pack for the Easter long weekend – the Melbourne edition
Aaahhh. A four day weekend. Isn't it heavenly? Such a fabulous opportunity to get out of town for a few days without using any annual leave. With the year already whooshing past at a terrifying speed, I can't wait for the Easter extra-long weekend. Often we visit family in Melbourne at this time of year, but it's time for something new. This weekend will find us soaking up … [Read more...]
What to pack for the Easter long weekend – the Sydney edition
With Victoria already immersed in the school holiday break and NSW in our last week of term, perhaps you're about to head away somewhere exotic for a week or two. But if the annual leave is not stretching to that much time off, the Easter extra-long weekend is a great opportunity to get out of town. Our plans We are very fortunate to be borrowing a friend's holiday house in … [Read more...]
What to pack – The cross-body bag
Nearly 2 years ago, not long before I left for a solo trip to Paris, a friend's dad told me about how he was recently pickpocketed while enjoying the art at The Hermitage in Saint Petersburg. I could imagine it happening so easily in such a crowded place, while your attention is focussed elsewhere. Travelling alone and with a tendency for getting lost in my own thoughts, I … [Read more...]