A couple weekends ago, we'd spent a few days in the Berkshires and Vermont, leaf-peeping and picking apples (I will get around to posting some photos soon). And then of course last weekend, we had a tremendous snow storm, which has fast-forwarded me from a Fall frame of mind to deep Winter. Out came the fur-lined boots and woolly mittens, much to my delight.
So it makes it especially difficult to think about packing for Springtime weather, perhaps even a little peculiar, unless I explain we are getting ready for some warm-weather trips in a couple weeks. The first will be a week and a half in Buenos Aires around Thanksgiving time, which means their Spring is in full force and I have to think about traveling comfortably in warm and potentially humid weather. So I'm having a bit of "packers-block" - wait, is there such a thing - trying to think what to bring?
I turned to Polyvore for a little inspiration, and decided a black and white and red agenda would suit my mood best. I just can't seem to get back into summery pastels or tropical colors when there is still snow on my roof...
Of course, Polyvore doesn't have exactly all the things hanging in my closet, but I've managed to find many or close enough to get me in the mood now to actually start pulling things out of my closet. which has been the biggest obstacle so far.
Here's what I'm thinking:
Red cardigan (maybe a black one too?)
Two Saint James striped shirts - one in a thin t-shirt like material and the other in a thicker weave
White tuxedo shirt
Black scoop neck shirt (maybe another white or grey one too...)
Dark rinse bootcut jeans
Short linen skirt in beige
Long linen skirt in beige
Dark rinse denim skirt
Black linen shorts
Black converse sneakers
Dressy flat sandals
Dressy flats in red
Black flat sandals
Small black purse
Large shoulder bag
Straw fedora
A couple of scarves and some simple jewelry
I'm also thinking about a linen shirt dress, a pair of linen pants, and another top or two. The goal will be now to haul it all out and weed it down to a reasonable amount within the next week or so. I already have too many shoes in there I think, I need to leave space for a pair bought as a souvenir I'm sure!
Meanwhile, any tips for a first-time traveler to Buenos Aires?
I adore this palette, and I'm sure this selection will do you well in BA. I think the hat will be extra useful--so maybe you should get two.
ReplyDeleteLove your choices - very nice! The hat is a great idea, and my favorite - blister bandages! Have a glorious trip. big hug,
ReplyDeleteVivienne
thanks everyone!
ReplyDelete@pret a porter - yes i think i'll be using polyvore to inspire packing more often now. it made it go a lot easier!
@aethetic alterations - hmm, i probably will be tempted to pick up another hat while i am there. i bought this one in ecuador last year, maybe i should continue the trend and buy all my straw hats south of the equator. :)
@vivienne - you are too right about the blister bandages. i just stocked up this weekend at target. sometimes the most well-behaved shoes (at home) just wear a bit differently when traveling. good tip!