The Holiday Packing List Every Fashion Person Should Check Before Travelling
You've only gone and done it; planned a holiday, be it abroad or on home soil. You're excited right? You need this break. You deserve this break. So, in the spirit of making your holiday as enjoyable as possible from the word "go", I'm here to help.
Putting together a sunny holiday packing list might sound tiresome, but for a stress-free vacay, you've got to do it. A tried-and-tested formula of interchangeable pieces that actually work (rather than remaining in a creased pile at the bottom of your case) and are effortless will put the pleasure into packing.
There are so many decisions to make on what to put on your travel outfit checklist. For example, which sandals should you pack? What accessories are the best to take?
So I canvassed the entire Who What Wear team to create the ultimate packing edit—from dresses that will work across a variety of occasions to the all-important jeans that you can fly and sightsee in. Debating over that jumper for the flight? Do it. Ditto for the travel bag that will double up as a beach bag. Every item in this guide is versatile enough to be worn more than once (meaning that if you choose to invest in some high-end pieces, you needn't feel guilty). Even handier is the graphic we've created so you can refer back to it as you assemble your wares and accessories for the big event. Bon voyage!
Print and Keep This Holiday Packing List with You
Passport Holder
Document Wallet
Luggage Tag
A bright luggage tag will better help you identify your suitcase on the carousel.
Travel Beauty Case
Packing Cubes
I thought I was a good packer before these packing cubes. Now, I'm a great packer.
Suitcase
Headphones
Powerbank
Sunhat
Sunglasses
I find tortoiseshell to be the most versatile sunglasses style.
Beach Towel
Retro, stylish, and won't take up too much room in your case.
Sarong
One Piece
Two Bikinis
I'm a 32G, and this is the best fuller bust swimwear brand I've ever worn.
Hoop Earrings
If in doubt, just add these to your look and you'll instantly feel polished.
Chain Necklace
This go-with-everything necklace is also water resistant.
Shoulder Bag
Basket Bag
Jacket
The perfect cargo jacket does exist. Plus, those pockets look perfectly passport-sized.
Jumper
The ideal weight for layered travelling or to cover up in the evening.
Jeans
These classic jeans come in an diverse size range.
Linen Shirt
T-Shirt
Vest Top
Evening Top
Wide-Leg Trousers
Skirt
Shorts
Two Day Dresses
Nothing says "holiday" quite like a white cotton minidress.
Evening Dress
Trainers
Three Pairs of Sandals
Leather Belt
A belt that will never date. And, yes, it also comes in tan.
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
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Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s deputy editor and has over twelve years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories, and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, works closely with influencer talent on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media. Previously, Maxine appeared on TV in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o.
Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine’s career began when, after completing her first-ever internship, she was offered a position on the Look magazine fashion desk. She accepted, leaving university a year early in the process. She went on to become the title's fashion news and commercial content editor, with a stint as InStyle.co.uk’s fashion writer along the way. She later served as Look’s acting Editor in Chief before embarking on a successful freelance career, working with Grazia, The Pool, and Marie Claire amongst others. Maxine works remotely from her countryside home near Edinburgh.
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