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Do you feel self conscious about a bodily “imperfection”? It could be the reason why you overpack! Learn styling solutions that could help the way you pack, dress, and feel!

What Clothes Look Good On Me?

Travel Fashion Help!

Reader Asks:

I always overpack and feel like I could have made better clothing choices! My husband and I go camping, take short weekend jaunts, and occasionally longer trips. From hiking with our dogs, to a long weekend in Fort Lauderdale or Paris, I never know what to take.

Also, I’m limited in showing my legs as, while the shape is fine, I have very bad broken veins and don’t like to wear shorts, capris, or dresses (I can use leg makeup for night time but not day).

This always limits my choices on what to pack, especially on warm weather getaways. Can you help me figure out what clothes look good on me?

Research, plan, and prepare

The first thing you should do is: research, plan, and prepare. Check the weather, plan which activities you’ll be doing, and then prepare your clothing based on those two things.

This guide on how to stop overpacking walks you through the step-by-step process about how to choose the right clothing and only pack what you need every single time.

Pinpoint your styles

Don’t focus on what doesn’t work, determine what does. Sometimes we struggle with what to wear because we’re not happy with how things look on us. When we say “I have nothing to wear” this really means: I don’t have anything I feel good wearing.

In this case, since  you’re not comfortable with the appearance of your legs but do like the shape, spend time testing various bottoms to find the best types of items you find flattering.

Pinpoint those specific styles that make you feel confident. I guarantee: when you find those certain pieces that make you feel amazing, then it won’t matter if you can’t wear shorts or skirts, because you’ll want to wear those new styles that do make you happy, every single time.

Some department stores like Nordstrom offer complimentary personal stylists to shop with you and help you find pieces you may have never considered. Book a free appointment here!

Keep an open mind

Before you even plan for a trip, go browsing! Visit a department store, shopping center, mall, or somewhere with a large variety of stores. Don’t go to the same places you always shop. Walk into as many stores as you can handle in one trip and try on various bottoms.

Don’t let the price tag scare you away! If you only own one pair of pants that make you feel like a million bucks, it’s much better than owning twenty $10 pants that you don’t like.

Once you discover your signature brands take advantage of sales! Autumn is around the corner, and shops are getting rid of their summer merchandise and replacing it with cold weather goods. It’s a good time to start looking at what they have to offer for both seasons.

If you want to save time, head over to the website for the retailers that are close to you so you can get an idea of what they have before you visit.

You can find a full listing of the best online shopping sites here!

Eileen Fisher Jacket, Dress & Pants

Find pieces to suit your taste

Please try to keep an open mind and check out different brands. I’ve found great products in places I would have never considered by shopping with friends or stylists. This encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone. Try on pants in various fabrics and shapes.

For hot weather weather, Athleta has breezy comfortable fabrics for trousers. Also consider long skirts and long dresses. No two pieces are the same and you might be surprised with what you find.

For mild to cold weather, Europeans love pairing tights of different thicknesses with skirts and dresses. This could be a great option for you. Take a look!

Sometimes I don’t feel like showing my legs so I wear a short dress over jeans or slim fit trousers instead. Dare to create your own style!

It’s important for us to learn to work with our bodies, no matter the shape or size, because it ensures that the clothing that we do own, for home or for travel, works every single time. 

What are your tips on how to dress around an imperfection? Share your tips below!

For more travel fashion tips, please read:

• How to Rock a Plus Size Carryon Wardrobe
• New Mom Fashion Tips
• The Secret to Travel Fashion Over 40
• The Best Travel Shoes for Women Over 60

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