Shopping on your vacation

Shopping for your vacation

Shopping for your everyday outfits and shopping for travel are two very different things. Shopping for travel requires a different mindset and process.

Creating the perfect travel wardrobe doesn’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, there are many times where you can shop your own closet and have everything you need.

Here is how you can shop for your vacation:

1. Clean out your closet. Find as many pieces as possible you think would work on your trip.

Ask yourself these questions when you are figuring out what to wear:

- Does it work in different settings? - Can I use it on more than one occasion? - Is it good quality? - Will it take up a lot of space in my bag? - Will this take ages to dry? - Does it mix and match with the other travel clothing I’ve selected? 2. Plan a budget! Do you have money to buy clothing or gear for your trip or will you shop in your own closet?

3. Mark down what you have and what you need to buy. Stick to your budget! Have fun!

4. Before you go shopping, make a list of any items you weren’t able to find in your closet. Refer to the list of favorite retailers you created earlier in the course and go shopping! You can find a listing of recommended retailers on Travel Fashion Girl’s Best Online Shopping Sites directory.

5. Always keep receipts and don’t remove tags until you finalize your travel wardrobe.

6. On Amazon, you can sometimes find lower prices than other retailers, and you can read tons of feedback and other buyers’ reviews. Plus, as a Prime member, you get free 1-2 day shipping and sometimes free returns, making the online shopping process much faster. At Nordstrom you get a wide breadth of selection from decent brands and quality too. 7. Shop off season! Shopping after summer and winter are great because you can get great deals on clothing that would be perfect for your next vacation.

8. Sign up for newsletters from your favorite retailers to get updates on their latest sales.

9. Find out if the retailer has an outlet. Many popular stores have online outlets. Sometimes they carry merchandise at a fraction of the cost as the current price in the regular store.

10. Buy items like luggage, backpacks, and electronics during holiday sales.

11. At some stores, you might find an excellent winter coat with a bargain basement price tag or a cute handbag that would add a hint of vintage appeal to your outfits. Buyer beware – make sure it’s in good condition, because the last thing you want is your suitcase falling apart in the middle of your trip.

12. Head over to your nearest discount retailer to look for clothes for your vacation.