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...]
Travel Clothes
You can look great on vacation without packing your entire wardrobe. Use one of my packing guides to choose your travel clothes, see what to wear in your destination and what's in the shops right now -
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The 3 must-have shoes for every holiday
Brought to you by Styletread Shoes are core to your travel wardrobe. While I always start packing for a holiday by getting out all my favourite clothes, it is the shoes that are the biggest influence on what actually makes it into my suitcase. Shoes are generally heavy and take up a lot of space compared with clothes, so the best way to pack lean is to take a small … [Read more...]
What to pack for Melbourne
There's so much to love about Melbourne. I'm probably a wee bit biased since I spent the first 30-odd years of my life there, but there are so many kid-friendly things to do! Combine that with its innate style, amazing food, awesome coffee and fabulous shopping, and well, it's an incredible city. Melburnians have a reputation for wearing a lot of black, but black is … [Read more...]
The best shoes for travelling in summer
Whether you're walking the length of the Champs-Elysees or spending the day at a theme park, you don't want sore feet cramping your style. When the weather is hot and you're on your feet all day you need something with endurance, comfort as well as plenty of style - the very best shoes for travelling in summer. In winter I am very partial to boots. Flat boots, perhaps with a … [Read more...]
What to pack for a cruise
I recently received this lovely email - Hi Kirralee, Loved your site. Found it through facebook. I would love to read an article on packing for a cruise. We are booked on our first ever cruise in November 2015 to Fiji for 7 nights. I usually dress very casually as a busy mum of 3. But would love to see some examples of how to dress casually but with STYLE! Cheers, … [Read more...]
Sun hats & caps – Add some stylish sun protection to your travel wardrobe
Do you wear a hat often? Maybe at the beach? Or when you're spending the day at the zoo? I generally only wear one when I'm going to be out in the sun all day. Particularly to encourage the kids to wear theirs. Weekends sometimes. Mostly on holiday. Holidays are mostly spent outdoors. Even without kids. There's tourist attractions to discover and new places to explore. And … [Read more...]
What to pack for Hawaii
The more I find out about Hawaii, the more I want to go right now! Did you know that the temperature stays between about 27°c and 31°c ALL YEAR? And that most of the rain conveniently happens OVERNIGHT? Could a place possibly be better suited to a tropical holiday in the sun? If you were going right now, what would you wear? With some gorgeous summer gear starting to come in to … [Read more...]
Your step by step guide to the perfect long haul outfit
Spending upwards of 8 hours sitting in a plane poses some unique challenges. And when it's not something you do very often (unless you're extraordinarily lucky), trying to figure out what to wear on your long haul flight can be tricky. Comfort is definitely first and foremost. This is not the time to worry about what's in fashion, what makes your bum look smaller or your … [Read more...]
How to get your feet sandal-ready
Have your toes been hibernating over winter? Spring is not too far away now and there are some fabulous sandals starting to hit the shops. Or perhaps you’re heading away soon? This weekend is forecast to be 26°c in Port Douglas and Fiji. In Broome it’s going to be 31°c! That is definitely sandal weather! If that is you, then some pre-holiday prep work might be required. I’m not … [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...]
