TRENDS Classic Blue

Classic

It’s a soothing, timeless shade that falls somewhere between mid-tone and deepblue on the colour spectrum. It represents intelligence, trustworthiness and maturity. The colour can also be described as honest, non-aggressive, and easily relatable. It oozes tranquillity, peace and relaxation; just what we need in the new decade.

Jacket – Iconic UG, Senana Mall, Buganda Road

Wing Chair – Danube Home, Plot 2c, Kampala Road

Scarf – Buganda Road Market Bra Top – Lauma Lingerie, Ntinda Complex

Power Bank – Pavan Computers, Ground Floor, Garden City Mall

Wristwatch – Comforts and Pleasures, first floor, shop no. 32 Sneakers – Iconic UG, Senana Mall, Buganda Road

Is the thought of packing for your next vacation daunting? These simple tips and tricks will save you the headache.

• Freshen Suitcases

Is your suitcase a bit musty? The night before packing, pour a cup of baking soda in it, close it and shake. In the morning, vacuum up the baking soda and the smell should be gone.

• Make a packing list

When it comes to packing, procrastinators fall short. Start your packing process days or even weeks ahead of your departure date; this gives you time to write a complete list, and purchase any additional items you might need for your vacation. Creating a packing list is a fail-safe way to ensure that you never forget to bring something important.

• Know your airline’s baggage fee policy

The inconsistency among airlines (especially the budget variety) can be pretty frustrating. Avoid surprises at the airport by knowing what you’re working with right from the start. A quick Google search before you pack can help save you loads of stress (and potential overweight fees!)

• Roll and vacuum pack

Don’t arrive at your holiday destination and be faced with a pile of ironing. To save space and stop creasing, roll your clothes instead of folding them, then place them in vacuum compression bags. To use these bags, put your clothes in, seal the bag, then squeeze the air out. This will leave you with lots more space in your suitcase and will prevent creases.

• Pack the first outfit you will wear last

If you know you’re getting off the plane and going straight to dinner or a meeting, plan your outfit and put it into your suitcase last. That way, when you arrive, you won’t have to dig through everything else to find it (plus, it will be less likely to wrinkle).

• Pack hand luggage wisely

No matter how well we decorate our suitcase, sometimes the unthinkable happens. Sometimes bags go missing. Make sure all your valuables are in your hand luggage and always pack a spare change of clothes in your hand luggage too, just in case the worst happens and your checked-in bag is lost/delayed.