Feb 292012
Use this checklist to take the stress out of preparing for a glorious weekend getaway.
- Two fabulous bikinis
- A sarong or beach wrap
- An over-sized lightweight scarf for covering up at dinner
- a sexy tank dress made of jersey material
- Four pairs of underwear, a light and dark bra (one strapless)
- One pair of flip-flops
- One pair of comfy flats or slip-on sneakers
- A pair of heels
- Two solid-color tanks or camis
- Two pairs of short shorts, one denim
- A pair of tight jeans to wear with flats or heels
- A floral or solid-color sundress in a bold shade, like tangerine or cobalt
- A lightweight hoodie
- Thin hoop earrings (gold for the beach, silver for the city)
- A chunky necklace (either brightly colored or with large metallic or stone accents)
- A thin, durable plastic bag (for the beach and dirty laundry)
- Sunglasses
- Shampoo, conditioner (unless you use the hotel’s), makeup remover, razor, shaving cream, body lotion, and eye cream
- Toothbrush, a small tube of toothpaste, and floss
- A hairbrush or comb
- Deodorant
- Pain reliever, upset-stomach treatment, and allergy meds
- Sunscreen and SPF lip balm
- Bug spray
- A spritzer bottle filled with clothing dewrinkler
- Earplugs and an eye mask
- Mini travel candles
- Mini sewing kit with safety pins, tweezers, and rubber bands
- A camera and cell phone, with extra batteries and chargers
- Quart-sized plastic bag for any three-ounced liquids you stash in your carry-on luggage
