This is it! The FINAL FINAL packing list for my trip. I changed out a few items from my last packing list due to weather in some places. We’ll be in the mountains for almost a week and it’s quite cool during the day (60s) there right now. Of course, that’s compared to what I’m used to. I don’t think I can remember any days in the 60s this year. We went from 50s to summer almost overnight. It will feel nice but I do get cold easily so I’ve prepared for that.
-Old Navy Maxi Dress – I bought this dress in Fuchsia last year from ON and was excited to see they brought it back. I grabbed it in the Blue and Green when they had a promo. It runs big and I could have fit into an XS. Some may not like how it ties in the back but it doesn’t bother me. (similar here, here, here and here)
–J Crew Midsummer Maxi Dress in Raj Paisley – This was an unexpected sale find. It fits great and will be perfect for the plane trip and sight-seeing. I bought an 8. The 6 would have been too tight in the rib-cage for me. The length is perfect, hitting about an inch or so off the ground. And it has pockets!
-J Crew Striped Linen Perfect Shirt – Since this is a Cotton/Linen Blend the wrinkling won’t be as apparent. The stripes will help conceal the wrinkles, if there’s any to see. (similar here)
–J Crew Vintage Cotton Tee in White – White tees go with every skirt and it’s a great layering piece for the chilly air in the mountains.
-J Crew Cotton Cardigan – This will be great on the plane and just in general for any cool evenings we encounter. (similar here and here)
-3 Jersey Knit Shirts – These are all similar to the ones I am bringing and Husband even found the red one at Nordstrom Rack for me way back in January.
–Old Navy Black Jersey Skirt – I felt I needed one more of something and this skirt won out because it will go with every top I am bringing.
-Anthropologie Go Anywhere Skirt – I found this skirt on Ebay a few months ago and will be great during the day in Madrid and Rome. (similar here)
–J Crew Jardin Maxi Skirt – You know the story about this skirt. I think it will be a great item for the trip and also goes with every top.
-J Crew Factory Scarf in Gallerista Print – I had planned on taking the Printed Summer Scarf in Bold Orange but Husband was a little hurt I was not wearing or bringing either of the scarves he bought for me in India. Never tell a man who doesn’t understand fashion that something doesn’t match with what you have. No amount of explaining that it’s not wide enough to cover your shoulders or act as a beach cover-up will help and will only hurt his feelings more. So, I’m taking a green-ish printed silk scarf and this one that goes with most of what I’m taking.
–J Crew Crochet Straw Hat – Love this hat and it’s just so summery.
-J Crew Trilby Hat – This is Husband’s but it looks good on me too.
-J Crew Factory Casbah Tunic – I bought this after I knew I won the ebay auction for the swimsuit. And it can work as a blouse tucked into the skirts.
-J Crew Casbah Swimsuit – Though we are going to the beach 2-3 times I am only taking one swimsuit. I was lucky enough to find this on ebay.
–Birkenstock Birko-Flor Mayari – This is made with Birko-Flor which is acrylic and polyamide fibers, making it $40 cheaper than the all leather material I was originally looking at. The footbed is the same as the original/more expensive sandals, just the upper is cheaper. This wasn’t my original Birkenstock choice but after trying them on they were the cuter ones.
–Soludos Espadrilles in Chambray and Navy Stripe – These go with everything I’m bringing. I was originally going to get the White over the Chambray but after trying them on I liked the Chambray more.
-Tumi Messenger Bag – I found this at the Factory Store for a great deal. I’m still finding extra pockets in it. I wish they had a blue color but for the price I couldn’t pass it up.
Our first stop is Madrid for a few days and then we are off to Rome. After Rome we are flying to Bari, on the Southeast coast and staying in Vico del Gargano and Matera. The last two places will bring calmer, more relaxing days along with a few beach trips. I am so ready and if it were not for being super-busy at work I would not be able to concentrate.
I am supposed to have wi-fi access and will be bringing Diva so you may see a post or two while I’m abroad.
Have a GREAT Day!!!
hope you have a great time and safe travel!
we spent a week last year at the ligurian coast and loved it.
Have a great trip! You may want to pack a pair of chinos/jeans too, just in case.
So excited for you! I think your packing looks awesome and you have shown such restraint!
Have an absolutely marvelous time! I wish you on-time, smooth flights and safe travels! Can not wait to hear about it when you return, and PLEASE please post a pic or two from Bari??? That's where my husband's mother was born and lived until coming to America. I'd love to see what it's like!! I've been thinking of you this week, as we are trying to finalize our plans for France in the fall, finally! Chow!
How fun! Of course I am loving some of your picks. I wonder how many of the same things we own, Crewlet casbah tunic, ON maxiskirt… I tried on the mint mini yesterday. The color is gorgeous, but a pass on that style right now. Toootally hear you on men & their clothing gifts. My husband made a choker necklace for me long ago and is hurt that I rarely, if ever, wear it. It reminds me of Janet & the 90s. Aw, now I feel bad. lol
Have a wonderful trip. I hope it's all perfect!