Even if you're not planning your honeymoon right now, we could all use a little virtual vacation. With all the blizzards, we've endured this winter, it's the least I could do!
Without further ado, allow me to share part of my honeymoon. Behold...BORA BORA!
Sigh.... Now isn't that better?
Now that you're all officially trying to figure out exactly how soon you can jet off (and I'm willing to give up anything just to be back on my honeymoon), let me share the five must-haves for your suitcase.
1. Multi-Use Cover Up - Pack a bathing suit cover-up that could pass for a chic dress! This way you can go from beach to bar or pool to lunch with ease.
Tie-waist Cover-up from Victoria's Secret
2. A Big Fabulous Hat - Let's face it ladies, we aren't getting any younger. So look fabulous and save your skin while rocking an uber chic floppy hat.
Floppy Striped Straw Hat from Amazon
3. Cute Shoes - Espadrilles are an absolute must for your packing list. They kick any sundress up a few notches on the style-meter. Obviously, Nina Shoes has got you covered in this department with two authentic styles made in Spain.
4. Pashmina - Nights can get a little chilly and/or breezy, even when it's a high of 95 during the day. Always have a playful pashmina or shawl to throw over your shoulders for dinner or a sunset boat ride. Pack a few and throw in some prints as well, so you can spunk up a plain dress.
Tiger Print Pashmina from The Pashmina Store
5. Beach Tote - You can use a stylish oversized tote to pack all your goods for the pool or beach. It also doubles as a carry-on for the flight. I forgot this must-have on a vacay once and I'll never do it again. How can you look effortlessly chic when you are carrying a few magazines, a kindle, iPod, sunscreen, etc. in your arms? Exactly, you can't.
Straw Beach Tote from JCrew
Packing for your honeymoon can be really stressful. You have so many other last-minute things to handle before the wedding, so here's one more tip!
Have your best friend come over with a bottle of wine and help you pack. Also, try to pack your bag a week before you leave, that way you won't be stressing at the last minute (aka the day before your wedding!) Hope this made your day a bit better by dreaming of someplace sunny!
What are some essentials that you just can't live without when you travel? Have you ever forgotten something super important on a trip? Let us know!
Wishing you all glamorous planning,
xoxo
-Lindsey (Nina's Newlywed)
Wow, this looks so great. I'll definitely
make note of this before my next holiday!
Posted by: Mary Robertson | Feb 21, 2011 at 08:55 AM