help a girl out

Dress c/o Laura Ashley
Sandals: H&M (old)
Confession; I had totally forgot I owned these sandals. It wasn’t until the arrival of my new bed last week and a clear out of my shoes to utilise my new under bed storage that I found them. How I let them pass me by I don’t know, they are the comfiest gladiator style sandals I have ever owned and cost me something stupid like £14.99 three years ago.
I also need to wear this dress more. Sent to me by the lovely folk at Laura Ashley (who have a rather smashing sale on at the moment) it’s one of those dresses that requires bare legs, and given that the weather has only just allowed for that I guess I’ll be living in this for a bit…
It’s only a few weeks until my holiday now and I’m still on the search for some holiday essentials. I’m going for almost a fortnight and I don’t want to take loads of clothes with me as I want to bring lots back! What staples that multi-task would you suggest? So far I’m thinking maxi dresses, denim shorts and a few vests/tees and flip flops…
I’m a rubbish packer, and even more rubbish at packing light so all ideas appreciated.
xxx

8 comments for “help a girl out

  1. I always save space by taking a two pairs of flip flops, one pair of pumps – like converse – and some pretty sandals for the evening. And I take mini bottles of things and a cheap(ish) beach towel so that I can leave them behind to create space for my journey home.

  2. I’m away for nearly three weeks with just hand luggage, eek! I agree with maxi dressies, denim shorts, etc, what about a couple of light skirts and a couple of non maxis as well? x

  3. I always overpack too! When I go away I’m definitely taking a couple of pairs of denim shorts because you get loads of wear out of them. And I’m a roller too when I pack…saves loads of room xxx

  4. I’m glad I’m not the only one who forgets about shoes they have! These are gorgeous, and such a good price too – definitely a good time to find them.
    I’m awful at packing light, but I like to look at it as always being prepared. I’d always bring some shoes you can walk around in for a long while, there’s nothing worse than hurting your feet on holiday!
    xx

  5. Jealous, I wish I was going away on holiday!

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  7. This dress is gorgeous, I love the colours!

    Maria xxx