What to pack for a holiday
Getting ready for a holiday, whether you’re heading abroad or staying in the UK, can be stressful.
There are so many things you have to remember that it can be easy for little things like packing to get forgotten about while you worry about who’s going to water the plants. Then, when you realise it’s the night before you’re due to leave and you still haven’t packed, it can turn into a rushed endeavour of simply throwing whatever’s nearest into your suitcase, which can lead to important items being forgotten.
Whether you’ve left yourself plenty of time to get things done or are having a last minute panic, it can be helpful to have a rough packing list at your disposal to help you remember what you need to include.
What to pack for a summer holiday
Summer holidays are a great way to relax and catch some quality time with your loved ones in the sun - particularly if the weather isn’t as nice where you live. To do so, you’ll need to make sure you’ve got the right swimwear with you, as well as beach towels and cover-ups.
If you haven’t worn your swimwear for a significant length of time, such as since your holiday the year before, then it’s a good idea to try it on before you pack it to make sure it’s still a great fit. If it isn’t, you’ll want to have enough time to source your next favourite swimsuit before your holiday begins.
Depending on the length of your stay and the washing facilities available, you may wish to pack multiple sets of swimwear. As well as helping you to manage a situation where your swimwear is still drying but you want to use it again, this adds a touch of variety to your outfits even when you’re relaxing by the pool or on the sands.
When night falls, you’ll also need to ensure you’ve packed a stylish selection of sleepwear. Make sure to bear in mind the kind of climate you’ve travelled to - for most summer holidays, it will be warm at night so you’ll want nightwear that can provide coverage without keeping you too warm. Aim for light fabrics such as silk and cotton to ensure a comfortable night’s sleep so you can enjoy your days away to the maximum.
The kind of lingerie you need to pack for your holiday depends on what kind of activities you’ll be doing. For the daytime, a simple T-shirt bra or similar may be best to give you good support while you’re exploring your holiday destination - and for days by the pool, you could alternate between swimwear and a stylish bralette.
For evenings and events, a more intricate set of lingerie may be in order. It depends on the nature of the event, of course, but you might find that balcony, plunge or push-up bras are more suited to dressing up for an evening meal or party.
Whichever lingerie you choose, make sure you have enough to last the duration of your holiday. It’s a good idea to have a couple of spare, versatile sets on hand just in case anything goes awry - or if you decide to wear a different outfit to what you had planned.
What to pack for a short holiday
In many ways, short holidays can be easier to pack for, since you don’t need as many supplies as you would to last you a full week or longer. However, this can have the opposite effect and sometimes it can make you more likely to forget something because you’ve already got it in mind that you don’t need a lot. Alternatively, you might dismiss the idea of bringing additional items thinking that you won’t need them for a trip of just a few days and then discover that they would have come in handy in reality.
If space is at a premium when you’re packing for a short summer break, then try to prioritise versatile essentials. For example, by packing bralettes, you then have items that can be worn both as bras and as stylish tops in their own right. You could also wear swimwear under your clothing, meaning you still have a use for it even if the weather doesn’t turn out to be what you’d hoped. It’s also worth exploring the world of beach cover-ups such as kaftans, which can easily be worn as a tasteful dinner-out dress as well as something for the poolside.