My entire ‘travel set’ can be purchased for about 1/4 the price of a pair of Frank and Eileen jeans. My set consists of the following…
A pair of 32 degree joggers - fleece lined or summer weight. Or a pair of Columbia Anytime boot cut pant. I’ve also worn the summer weight ones with a pair of wool long johns underneath.
A long sleeve shirt - either 32 degree cool or a wool blend
An over the long sleeve shirt - either a 32 degree short sleeve of a fancier flow top - long or short sleeve.
A down vest and some sort of full zip up easy on/off warm.
A pashmina or a mixed fiber sarong or a Turkish towel
All the above are from Costco. It think the most expensive combination runs under $100.
I also wear either a compression type tank as a base layer or a True and Co bra (from Target) super comfy, no binding, hides the headlights and quick drying.
I’ve found this combo to be very, very comfortable and versatile. On our recent trip from SFO to Tahiti I needed to be warm and yet not clutter the luggage with bulky stuff. So, wore the Columbia pant with the long wool very lightweight long johns. Right before arrival, I stripped the wool pants and the base layers. Did the reverse on the ride home.
Phew… at first I read that as “pants down” thru security.
Today while getting dressed for a run, I thought “maybe I should wear a sports bra on flight”. Then I laughed to myself, thinking NOT this ne with a zipper closure.
Haha - I consented to the pay-down in the middle of TSA security (it was def off-putting) - would have put my foot down on anything more invasive in front of hundreds of people LOL!!
I’m trying to put clothes together for our month-long France trip. Since I’m actively losing weight, what I thought a month ago would work no longer will. A good problem, but still annoying. Since we’re leaving on Tuesday, I’m down to the wire.
For the full travel day, I’m leaning towards black Zella joggers, a long sleeved tee, and a cardigan. Shoes will be my NB 970s. I’ll have a change in my carryon in case I look like something the cat dragged in.
The HerOneBag subreddit has been a great resource this far.
I am not a regular on getting manicures/pedicures. (And didn’t do it all until my 50s). But I do like to do so for special occasions and trips. For manicure, I do gel - holds up well, but tough to remove.
If a trip is longer than about 10 days, I opt for a light and glittery pink. That way it does not look as bad when grown out.
I got a dip powder French manicure last Fall for my daughter’s wedding and a subsequent Panama Canal cruise. It looked awesome and I got several compliments on my nails. After the cruise, I had the salon take it off. I have to say that my nails were chipping and brittle for weeks afterward. I’d only do it again for something really special. I’m not someone who usually cares much how my nails look and the “after effects” were not worth it for me.
Getting my mind around two trips in June/July. Decided to just have clear (maybe pink tint) strengthening polish on my fingers since I like their length now. Will do that myself. I’ll get a pedicure with a neutral peach/tan tone. It will be sandal weather where we’re going, hasn’t been here so my toes have been bare for months.
I’m thinking about getting natural eyelash extensions (50% set). I did this several years ago and it made traveling & events much easier. We have a lot going on this summer so the cost seems worth it. Fills cost almost the same as the original application, so it gets pricy.
Yea, the gel manicure can be hard on the nails. (That’s why I only do it now and then, try to keep it on a while). I’m not suggesting my tip for somebody that does not usually do their nails. Just an idea for folks who don’t like the way it looks growing out during vacation.
H likes the UV shirts, but they don’t breathe very well. He has very fair skin and can burn by a light bulb. He’s seen sun damage through cotton shirts. YMMV.
We did most of our (Tanzania) safari shopping at REI. Musts: wide brimmed hat with a chin strap, zip off convertible pants/shorts, hiking boots. It gets hot and dusty.
I did impulse buy a nice camera with a telephoto lens at Costco. So worth it! I’ve lent it to other friends who went on safaris.
It was one of our best trips ever, and we travel a lot. Enjoy!
I always wear an UV long sleeved rash guard when I’m on or in the water - I burn easily, even with sunscreen. Haven’t burned in over 20 years since these shirts came into vogue. I wear Lands End
Columbia shirts are often made more breathable with vents in the clothing. Several other brands work similarly.
There are liquids that you can wash your own clothing in to make it more sun proof similar to water proofing sprays that are available.
I REALLY recommend UPF clothing (like a long sleeve shirt) while doing any water sports like snorkeling. You’ll stay much more protected and since the water keeps you cooler you won’t get hot no matter how tight knit the weave. Plus most are quick dry.
(guess metal studs on jeans set something off?).
