When it comes to business trips, packing can be trickier than any other vacation or trip you might take. Sure, going to the Caribbean may pose the challenge of whether to bring a one piece or a bikini, but packing for work will be a lot harder. Some trips you may be doing business 24/7, but others may leave you some little wiggle room for fun. Knowing what ratio of casual and business attire to put in your suitcase is essential!
To help make things a little easier, here are some essential fashion pieces to travel with on your business trip that will be useful no matter what kind of work and/or play you’ll be doing!
Basic blazer. This is a pretty obvious one, but make sure it’s flattering and you can pair it with the multiple tops that you may be packing. Printed blazers are fun and show some personality, but not always the most versatile!
Polished and practical purse. One that is roomy enough for all of your things and goes with what you are packing. There’s no point in bringing all of your cute little crossbody purses because they certainly won’t see much use. One with convertible straps will do you double duty as well!
Comfy flats. Yes, you’ll definitely need some heels for working, but there’s no way you’ll be wanting to wear them the whole trip. Flats that are comfortable and stylish will come in handy for traveling, whether it be by plane, train or car.
Collared shirt. A regular work essential, collared shirts are easy to pair with different items and jazz up for after work cocktails still. On a day that you may have some down time, you can put on a camisole and an unbuttoned collared shirt and you’ll still look put together!
Dark wash jeans. You hopefully won’t need to be wearing suit trousers the whole time on your trip, so jeans are a safe bet to pack for after hours. A dark wash will be versatile and will still look professional as opposed to light wash, embroidered or distressed jeans.
All purpose dress. It doesn’t have to be an LBD, but should be one that’s easy to dress up or down. A respectable hemline and not too tight silhouette will make it appropriate for work hours during the trip, but should be easy to switch up through your accessories.
Multiple accessories. These won’t take up too much space in your suitcase and can easily transform outfits so you can get away with wearing the same things multiple times during your trip! Simple jewellery for during the work portion of your trip will help add polish, but feel free to pack some statement earrings for the evening or lightweight printed scarves to make things more casual.
Overall, think practicality when selecting what items to bring and be realistic of how you’ll be spending your time on the trip! Bringing these essentials and a few others will help ensure you’ll actually end up wearing everything you’ve packed and avoid wasting valuable suitcase space.
Product details:
- Banana Republic Textured Beige Blazer, $165
- Michael Kors Savannah Convertible Satchel, $398
- Steve Madden Blush Elusion Flats, $70
- J. Crew Blue Striped Perfect Shirt, $92.50
- J Brand 811 Mid Rise Skinny Jeans in Fleeting, $185
- ASOS Navy Midi Dress, $86
- Old Navy Printed Scarf, $16
- Bauble Bar Bliss Statement Earrings, $34
- Fossil Rose Gold Boyfriend Watch, $218
Inspiration Image: Courtesy of Lion in the Wild
By: Sarah Brooks, Toronto
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