Isabel's Colour, Image, Style & Make-up Advice

The Art of Clever Packing...

Some key points to remember when selecting your beach holiday wardrobe:

Your body will swell a little in the heat so go for looser, natural fibre fabrics that allow your skin to breathe. By all means take your jeans or a favourite slinky dress for the evenings so long as you know they are comfortable.
Shoes should also allow for the heat - open toes and sling backs are best. Alternatively, choose something made of cotton, canvas or very soft leather (avoid anythingman-made which doesn’t allow your tootsies to breathe).
Even in the warmest climates evenings can get cooler,so always pack something for the later hours of the day.A light jacket or pashmina is ideal for this.
Sun hats are not just for children, grown-ups feel the sun’s glare too. There are some fabulous styles and colours to choose from so find one that suits you and keep it on!
Folding. It may seem to take some of the excitement out of going away, but folding all your items properly will make all the difference. If you haven’t done it before, try rolling your clothes rather than folding them, this way you will avoidfold creases and the ensuing ironing episode.

Packing for a seven night beach holiday? Try the following...

tops:

1 casual/smart jacket for travelling, 1 cardigan (could be a shrug), 2 t-shirts, 3 summer tops

bottoms:

1 cropped trousers, 1 soft fabric trousers (for travelling), 1 shorts, 1 cotton skirt

dresses:

2 for evening, 1 sundress

shoes:

1 pair of comfortable flats, 1 pair of flip flops, 1 pair of sandals (or comfortable low heel or fun flats), 1 pair of wedges

accessories:

1 sun hat (foldable), 1 sarong, 1 swimsuit cover-up, 1 colour me beautiful pashminetta in your best colour

swimwear:

2 pieces (could be 2 bikinis, or 1 bikini and 1 one-piece; or indeed 2 x 1 piece. Don’t forget the forgiving tankini)

Now you know how many items to take, you just need to decide which pieces! The best way to do this is to take your favourite two or three tops, bottoms, etc., lay them out on your bed and pick the ones that are most easily interchangeable taking note of colours, patterns and lengths.If you feel confused by the colours that match or styles that go together, why not contact me for a colour or style consultation before your trip and get the most out of your holiday wardrobe.

Hope to meet you soon and wishing you a lovely holiday