The worst thing about vacation season is the packing before the your relaxing trip! There is so much to take into consideration, but the main concern remains: What are the best outfits that balance comfort and style? Rina shows us how.
Today, I wanted to share one of the first outfits I chose to wear to explore Barcelona and provide a few tips on how to dress comfortably and fashionable during your vacation. These tips are particularly helpful if you’ll be exploring a lot on foot and don’t want your feet to be singing at the end of the day.
Choose comfortable footwear
In three days, the hubby and I walked 70,000 steps and even with comfortable shoes, my feet still hurt by the end of day three. The nice thing is you can usually find a cute pair of comfortable sneakers or sandals that go with everything. I brought my black Nike Flyknits because they’re super versatile and look cute with both shorts and dresses.
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Find a light, minimalist top
I chose a white tank top in a jersey knit so that I didn’t feel uncomfortable walking around all day. What I love about this simple tank is that I can pair it with more than one bottom for a completely different look. I think I’ll try styling it with a pink maxi skirt next!
Pack/ wear light layers
The nights can get a little breezy and chilly for me in Barcelona, so I decided to bring a light weight denim jacket that I wore mostly around my waist all day. When evening hit, I was able to drape it over my shoulders for added warmth.
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Opt for skort rather than short
A skort looks dressier than your typical shorts but has the functionality of shorts. A win-win in my books.
Choose a cute wallet on chain or mini bag to complete your look
I hate toting around massive bags with me when I travel. I usually wear a small cross-body bag so that I can have my hands free. I’ve also had a scary encounter with a pick-pocketer in Paris years back and have learned my lesson not to wear huge bags in public when travelling.
“Attending private school and wearing uniforms, I always felt the need to test the boundaries. Whether it was with my sky-high hairstyles or slight uniform infractions, I was always looking for a way to stand out amongst my conformed peers. To this day, I still find myself testing the boundaries with my fashion choices and encouraging others to do the same. You can follow my journey through my social media channels as well as my personal blog for fashion, beauty and travel tips as well as “How to’s” for styling the latest trends.” -Rina, And She Dressed. Follow her on Instagram!