{"id":5003,"date":"2017-01-19T13:54:30","date_gmt":"2017-01-19T13:54:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/healthyaging.net\/magazine\/?p=5003"},"modified":"2017-01-26T13:03:08","modified_gmt":"2017-01-26T13:03:08","slug":"essential-fashion-tips-for-traveling-abroad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthyaging.net\/magazine\/winter-2017\/essential-fashion-tips-for-traveling-abroad\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel Fashion"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Rachel Small<\/p><\/p>\n

Essential Fashion Tips For Traveling Abroad<\/h4>\n

P<\/span>acking is a nightmare.<\/p>\n

Packing for an international trip\u2014where the customs and styles aren’t second nature to you\u2014requires a ton of planning. Beyond cramming everything you might possibly want during your trip into your suitcase and somehow coming in under those dreaded weight limits, you need to ensure that what you’re packing is practical, comfortable, convenient, versatile, and appropriate for your intended destination. All while trying to remain fashionable!<\/p>\n

Easier said than done.<\/p>\n

Below is a list of general, essential fashion tips to help novice or even the most experienced travelers pack for their upcoming international trips.<\/p>\n

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Dress to Impress<\/h4>\n

Dressing slovenly is a surefire way to make your mark as tourist in a foreign country. A good rule of thumb is to make sure that whatever clothing you choose to wear on a daily basis is in good shape and doesn’t fall under attire intended for a specific purpose.<\/p>\n

Leave the athleta-leisure\u2014leggings, yoga pants, sweatpants, shorts, and tennis shoes or sneakers\u2014at home.<\/p>\n

Only wear anything that might be construed as sleepwear or beachwear\u2014including flip-flops\u2014at their intended locations.<\/p>\n

Though considered inappropriate in the past, jeans have become common place in most countries around the world. However, it is important to make sure that the jeans you do wear are in good shape, are in a dark wash, and fit properly.<\/p>\n

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Research Local Clothing Norms<\/h4>\n

If you’re unsure of the local customs, doing a quick image search of your destination’s locals and looking at pictures with people in large crowds will give you an idea of the country’s everyday attire.<\/p>\n

If your destination’s customs and religious practices are notoriously strict, doing a more in-depth search for that specific area’s clothing faux pas is a must to avoid offending the people around you.<\/p>\n

When all else fails, plan to pick up a couple outfits in local stores. That way you know you’re dressing as the Romans do, and you have an excuse to go shopping!<\/p>\n

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Blend In<\/h4>\n

As a tourist in a foreign location, you don’t necessarily want to draw a lot of attention to yourself. Avoid bright, bold colors and dress in neutrals like black, gray, dark blue, beige, and cream. Avoid trendy fads that might only be popular in your native country. When in doubt, stick with classic clothing choices and silhouettes. Leave your expensive or heirloom jewelry at home.<\/p>\n

If you’re looking to dress up your outfits with a colorful accessory, consider bringing along a couple of scarves to complete your look.<\/p>\n

\"0400093327816_ASTLComfort & Convenience<\/h4>\n

Though you want to make sure you look good, it’s also important that you select clothing in which you are comfortable. Depending on your activity level, you’re bound to do a considerable amount of sightseeing that makes restrictive or uncomfortable clothing a hindrance. Basic, versatile pieces that you can dress up or down are essential. Light layers gives you the option of removing and adding pieces of clothing to temper your personal comfort level.<\/p>\n

On top of comfort, you need to make sure that the pieces you pack are low maintenance. The last thing you want to be doing on vacation is ironing. Pick fabrics that you know are not going to wrinkle easily.<\/p>\n

Nowadays, many brands even make iron-free or wrinkle-resistant attire that are perfect for packing in your suitcase, wearing throughout the day, and enduring a quick wash for rewearing.<\/p>\n

Comfortable, Versatile Footwear<\/h4>\n

Your shoes should not slow you down! Proper footwear is essential for sightseeing. You want to make sure you bring a couple pairs that can not only be with matched with multiple outfits, but are also comfortable and worn for dressy occasions\u2014you can even bring one of each.<\/p>\n

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Day Bag<\/h4>\n

When exploring your destination, you want to make sure you not only have everything you need for the day to avoid multiple trips back to the hotel, but also that your day bag is appropriate.<\/p>\n

Avoid backpacks for an everyday bag. It marks you as a tourist and is a beacon to pickpockets. Instead, select a sizeable handbag or a shoulder bag that faces forward.<\/p>\n

If pickpocketers are a considerable concern, pick up a money belt to wear under your clothing to keep your valuables like your wallet and passport. Avoid fanny packs, whatever you do.<\/p>\n

Following these basic, but useful, travel fashion tips will go a long way in making the best of your international vacation. Represent yourself, and your native country, well wherever your destination.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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