In yesterday's post about getting ready for my trip for Bloggers in Napa Valley
I covered my packing systemfor everything … except the clothes.
So now to the more dramatic part of my packing.
The Clothes.
Whenever I have a tripI try to find out as much information as I canabout the itinerary and specifics of the trip.For me that's when the creative fun beginsas far as styling outfits perfect for each occasion.
For drinks and dinner the first nightat the Andaz HotelI styled an outfit perfect for the eveningwith my denim tunic with my sequin pants and a denim trench.
The lines of the outfit are quite simple making them the perfect backdrop for …
Lots of Bling!
I collect accessories in wardrobes.For this fabulous ensemble I am bringingAntique Oppulence Collectionmade up of pearls and crystalsall with settings with an antique brass finish.
Wednesday we will have the fabulous opportunity to spend the day touring in a limovia Napa Valley Wine Toursvisiting some of Napa's best wineries .
For a day of wine tasting I am taking Adrienne's adviceanddressing casuallywith a nod to being functional as well.
I will be finishing off my outfitwith some well chosen accessories.Although I was so excited about my fabulous suede clogspracticality won out …they just didn't make the cut when it came to packing space issues.
Speaking of not making the cut …neither did this wonderfulmaybe wear to dinner the second night …it was just to much of a maybe …that took up a lot of room.Sadly it was left behind …although I do have mad plans for the skirtpairing it with a white blazer for another upcoming occasion.
Taking it's place for Wednesday night dinner outis my sure bet instead …my leather jacketlace topand sequin skirtpaired with my favorite brooch necklace
and of course some more well chosen accessories.A vintage bagpatent pumpsand mixing in some turquoise with the crystal statement necklaceto really round out the look.
After I figure out the itinerary when I packI then do an overall view for the tripand decide what else I need to fill in with.
I always want to bring gym clothesthat can either make it to the gymor in spectacular areas like Napawork just as well for outside walks.
One always personal need I have found to be most necessary when I travelLounging clothes.
I feel so much of traveling andtaking in new sights and experiences many times requires clothes when I am "on"I personally really also need some down time when I travelfor some alone timejust to cozy in some loungewear.Even if it's just for an hourthat time to feel rejuvenatedmakes me so better equippedto really savor and enjoythe essence of the locale.
Which brings me to my travel outfit.
When traveling to a destinationand home againI always will prefer a jacket of some sort.Maybe it's because I am a woman who came into her adult life in the eightiesbut I always feel more confident in any situationsin a jacket…to me a jacket is a bit like a form of armor.
A jacket makes me feel more empowered for what ever the situation may bring.
And of course more empowered with the addition of some great accessories!
On that notemy packing is finished.
It is with a very excited heartand a little bit of nervesthat I will be on my way to meet up with someabsolutely splendid womenfor our Bloggers in Napa Valley trip ….
A trip which is in it's self a testementto the fabulous connections that can be made through blogging.
I will be back here on Friday.Until thenyou can follow our trip on instagramby following methe link is on my side barand you can also then follow all of uswith this #bloggersinnapavalley
As always My Friends
I wish you love and joyas you stele your life
