Packing for the Adventure

Whether or not you are heading back to college or relocating for your dream job, packing is possibly the most daunting task you will have. 

One of the things I want to help with today is the car or plane ride outfit, and the subsequent clothing that you should have in a tote bag or your carry-on that will make drinks with a friend or a late night dinner (once you reach your destination) as seamless as possible.

1. It's always appalling to me how cold planes can get, however, with this amazing Free People duster ($168) you will be warm and bonus! it will double as a blanket for the journey. 

2. One of the things that is commonly overlooked when dressing for the trip, is wearing your most comfortable bra. How horrible is it when you have a bar clasp poking you? Or what about that pesky underwire rubbing? This Free People Bralette ($38) will keep you comfortable for the duration.

3. I always like to travel in something that isn't going to draw a lot of attention to myself. I usually opt for a pair of cute skinny jeans like these awesome Adriano Goldschmied Leatherettes ($245) and an easy white tee like this awesome tacked-sleeve MINKPINK guy ($50). Cute and comfortable without giving people someone to gawk at.

4. On either a road trip or a plane ride, I like to be able to take off my shoes easily (hello TSA), so I am loving either the cute fringe booties from Dolce Vita ($180) or the amazing black motorcycle booties from Dolce Vita ($168) that can easily zip on and off causing zero delays when I'm jumping out to fill up the tank with gas or when I'm zipping through the security line.

5. When I reach my final destination, I usually have a dinner or drinks with friends to jet to, so I always keep a fun throw-on dress like this one from Free People ($108) in my carry-on or travel tote with appropriate shoes for the outfit (Dolce Vita Fringe booties) so I can avoid keeping my friends waiting any longer than they already have.

6. If I'm going to an even more casual event once I arrive, like drinks and a new episode of Scandal at a friends condo, I like to have the easy option of throwing on a statement necklace like this one from House of Harlow 1960 ($178) with my jeans and tee that elevate the easy outfit enough for the atmosphere.

So here it is--8 easy pieces (5 to wear, 3 to pack for later) that will keep you ready for wherever the adventure is taking you.

All pieces currently available at Alysa Rene in Park Place Leawood.