7 Ways to Keep Your Style Game High While Travelling

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We all wish to look our best while traveling. But we cannot carry an entire wardrobe every time. To pack smart for any kind of tour shows your actual style choices. For a trip, the thumb rule is to think about comfort and ease and avoid chunky, flashy stuff which will occupy space and also turn out to be uncomfortable. Also, to travel light yet stay fashionable, you need to choose outfits that can be worn in multiple ways without looking boring.

To make this easy for you, here are 7 ways to help you look stylish throughout your journey and travel experience.

1. The Comfort Factor

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Let’s be real. We can’t wear high heels, LBD or short skirts on our journeys. The added disadvantage is we do not know sometimes how long the journey might end up being. Comfort is not about traveling in pajamas. That will look awkward and opposite to being stylish. You can opt for easy breezy comfy maxi dresses or bottom wear which can be loose fitted pants with an elastic waistband to stay firm throughout. You can go for palazzos, yoga pants or high waist straight legged pants which looks immensely stylish if paired with the right top. Even fitness apparel can work wonders during travels. You may also want to work out and stay fit throughout your trip. Carrying a stylish gym outfit can definitely save your day. Basically, to stay comfortable is to opt for breathable clothing for journeys.

2. Layering and Opting Smooth Fabric

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Layering does marvels to an outfit. We tend to ignore them often and underestimate its essence. Layers change the entire look into a sophisticated one. Just one chic jacket, it can be denim or leather, will make you look all dressed up and elegant. Wearing the jacket on your shoulders is quite in trend lately. Also, we never can predict the weather. To stay warm, comfortable and protected from harsh weathers carrying layers is a must. You do not need to go glittery for layering. Go for smooth fabrics which do not require ironing every now and then. Familiarize with some of the most travel-friendly and wrinkle-free fabrics to pack the best for your trip.   

3. Pack your Favorites

We all have some favorites in our closet which we tend to pick every time. It could be a favorite top or jeans or a dress. We always wait for that right moment to flaunt it. What could be a better way than to flaunt it while traveling! Show off those favorites in your travel pictures. Whites and blacks are most commonly found colors in the wardrobe. For travels, it is preferable to choose white since it is the most versatile color well-matched with all others. A plain white tee can look incredibly stylish if paired with blue ripped denim or an A-line comfortable skirt or a wide legged pants. A white jumpsuit can make you look polished and ready for a girl’s night out or a romantic getaway in the evening. It will look elegant, stylish and sexy. What else do you need!

4. Pay Attention to Your Shoes

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Your shoes can say a lot about your personality. Yes! Be careful while choosing your shoes for travel. The trick is to stay comfortable but not look clumsy. We shouldn’t compromise with looking clean and chic even while traveling. And cleanliness is not only restricted to our clothes. It also includes our shoes. Sneakers should be your best friend during journeys. A white, grey or black ones can be worn which can go with all outfits. You may also pack one pair of block-heels (not high) or cute pumps for a relaxed day. Make sure none of them gives you a blister.

5. Play with Accessories

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If sneakers are your best friends, accessories should be your good companion too. Accessorizing a simple outfit with right jewelry, scarf, or a smart handbag can give that voguish look. These are very small details and won’t even occupy much of your suitcase space. Try out some classy looking handbags having that versatility. If you are wearing a plain colored tee or dress, opt for printed scarves with patterns to balance out the colors. Wear a nice watch along with pretty bracelets to complete the look. If you know you can pull off a hat, then do not think further. Accentuating on such small aspects always makes a huge difference to an otherwise boring outfit.    

6. Go with the Rule of Versatility

Let’s keep the experimenting thing for another day. To play it safe while traveling, choosing the most adaptable outfits can save us anytime. Choose clothes that can easily be worn for different occasions and paired in different ways. Speaking of versatility, our conveyance also should be one that can go places without causing inconveniences in our journey. If you are an ardent bike lover and wish to travel the world in bikes, dirt bikes can prove to be a really stylish and handy way for voyaging. These are very durable and can take you anywhere. Just remember to dress up accordingly.

7. Carry Essentials

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Essentials while traveling includes a water bottle, hair bands, moisturizer, healthy munching options etc.

●            Water- to hydrate

●            Hair Bands- to secure hair anytime

Tip: Play with different hairstyles- ponytail, side braids or a messy bun

●            Moisturizer- to hydrate your skin as well

●            Healthy munching options- to avoid junk

A healthy body and glowing face would be an add on to a beautiful outfit you put together.

A style is more about understanding and exploring your choices. Elegance can shine out of even simple wear matched rightly. There are tricks to transform a simple look into a classy one. Do it right smartly!

      

Author’s Bio 

 

 “Jessica Smith has been writing for a few years now. She is a writer by day and reader by night. She loves reading, be it a newspaper, a book or anything. She also loves cooking, traveling and dancing. She wants to be a successful writer as writing is her passion. She wants to travel the whole world as travelling helps her calm her body and explore fashion and style around the world”.

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Personalised Passport Holder Review: Urby

Glorious days are here :)

Hello from the warm capital of India. Although, winter has sworn to stay a little longer; we can feel the warmth in certain parts of the day. I have the endless arguments with my friends over winter vs summer debate. Travelling, types of food available, activities done, time spent outside vs inside - we can't settle cos hello, beach? 

Anyway, my preference will be spring > Autumn > Summer > > > > > ........ (winter)

I will be travelling very soon (confused between two islands/beach-lead destinations) and I can't wait to put my feet in the sand again. My last beach visit was in Goa when I was pursuing higher studies in Mumbai. 

Twenty nineteen is going to be all about T.R.A.V.E.L.L.I.N.G and if I do something, I do it with full passion, research and heart else not at all. 

My first step was to obviously get a sturdy cover for my, what's going to be one of the 'most important part of my life now' ~ PASSPORT. 

Yes, I got my passport new accessories and it is loving dressing up ;)

FF readers meet Urby, my leather travel partner for life. 

What I was expecting when I ordered my passport holder from Urby:

• A leather passport holder.

What I received from Urby:

• Personalised passport holder (meaning, my name was engraved)
• An earthy passport drawstring pouch packed in a luxe-black box.

Okay, one thing about me - I say I love to experiment but when it comes to actually experimenting, I experiment with colours more than design, material, texture, taste (food?) etc.

So, for my first travel essential, I ordered a standard passport holder in space grey. But, it looks heavenly in person. Although, I haven't used the Urby passport holder as of now, I'm pretty sure it will give what a traveller is looking for in their passport holders:-

• Grip and sturdiness 
• Ample of space depending upon the need.
• Their name or something unique!

What differentiates Urby from other brands and businesses:

• There's no middlemen involved so you get the best price!
• There are no shortcuts to getting the product in a desired time-frame so you get the best quality!
• What you see is what you get.
• You can personalise certain products like I did.
• Not heavy on the pocket. It's like investing in luxury.

So while I was checking out the 16 passport colours (yeah!) to choose from, I came across women's wallets section. Okay, let me stop you right there!

Wallets that are small (yes please), can fit into pockets (wow), trifold (I'm sold) have been what my mom and I have been looking for. 

Neither of us like big and bulky wallets so such sleek wallets are perfect for us. 

Before you dismiss me by saying that trifold and small wallets might be bulk, take a look at Claire and I will rest my case. 

Do you own a passport holder or a small wallet? If not, give it a go and let me know what you think of it.

And MEN, I didn't forget you. Here are some sturdy wallets for men as well.

xoxo

Akanksha

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Junagarh Fort Bikaner: Myriad Colours - FICTITIOUS FASHION

Hey readers

To continue off the series from a few posts before, here is the last part of the series.

I brought three of the VERY Indian outfits you can see on one blog. First being, the Lucknow Chikankari suit behind the pastel pink backdrop and the second being, the three Bikaner wedding outfits for Mehendi, shaadi and reception.

Today you will see the most typical yet beautiful of all forts in Bikaner, the Junagarh Fort. You know how nature grows around something that is 'supposed to be' a hurdle (e.g. tree roots around a rock). The same way, but opposite, the modern city of Bikaner has grown around the Junagarh Fort a.k.a. 'Old Fort'.

As we proceed through these pictures, I will take you through the enchanting history behind each image. Stay with me on this one. It is not every day that a fashion blogger acts a guide to an Indian fort.

Bikaneri Haveli, Junagarh Fort, Bikaner

Welcome to the Junagarh Fort in Bikaner. This is the pride of Bikaner city. The perfect staircase, the dome-shaped door, the tiles and other architectural words, are definitely an architect maven. Just look at this monochromatic beauty. Guess, monochrome look in Fashion was inspired by this?

Some parts of the haveli were restricted for the public so only a few Mahals were open to tourists.

 

This was our entrance to one of the forts. These iron curtains, I wouldn't mind staying behind in.

Anup Mahal, Junagarh Fort, Bikaner

Welcome to Anup Mahal. The guide said that the tiles were Italian and we could see ornate mirrors on ceiling and latticework on doors and pillars like on the respective ends above. This was known for its grandest construction. Guess we had a great taste back then as well.

One thing you should know about me is that personally, I'm not a great devotee or hold pride 

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Blackbelle: Rosegal

Hello Beautiful

So much to talk about obviously because I was MIA. August, the thirteenth: as scary as the number sounds, it was my birthday that day and I wore a black slip dress ;)! I don't believe that 13 is unlucky for me or for anyone. Whatever sheer coincidence happens with this number, it brings beautiful pages for memories to be made.

So my friends and I decided to visit the pink city of India, Jaipur. As you can see from the pictures below, everywhere you look you can find artistic inspiration. Stone walls, pillars, doors, palaces or even cafes of this place have some history behind it. No wonder, photographers and soon-to-be-wed couples come here for photoshoots or even get married!

The dress- I wanted to wear a maxi dress for my birthday this time. Was looking for something- a color or style, I don't have. After full 2 days of research online & offline (btw, found only one Forever New dress which I liked but it was insanely expensive! Anyone else thinks they are over-priced?) ; I narrowed it down to two dresses. This and another in burgundy lace with boat neck. Keeping in mind that I already have two in burgundy and also the fact that you can never have enough in black; this was my obvious choice. First of all, the material is so easy to carry. It gives a grand look and doesn't need to be ironed. So perfect for vacations! The sheer maxi tulle was a perfect addition & contrast to the otherwise horizontal stripes which run throughout the dress.

I wore crocs with these for two reasons- One, it was supposed to be a let-your-hair-down vacation and I always prefer comfort over packing too much! Second- If you remember my pin from few years back on "Different ways to wear converse" you'd see how one can wear it even with sneakers and they look kickass! If you want to see more ways on how to wear converse then head here.

When I was about to wrap-up this shoot, I realized this dress has pockets as well! Score!!! Utility + style, I'm comfortable at the very least. You should check out Rosegal for more such dresses.

WEARING:

Dress: Rosegal, Shoes: Crocs

Here's a coupon code for you guys to get 10% off- ZEFN. Use it well!

Can't hear to hear your thoughts

xoxo

Akanksha

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New York: Part I

Well, what can I say about my dream city. It was fun, friendly & fashionable.

Before reaching Boston, we took a stop at New York where we stayed in Crowne Plaza, Times Square. That is just like living in the heart of New York. It was fun-filled 24*7. Like literally!

On Day 1 we went to Times Square, obviously ;)  I couldn't believe my eyes that I was standing at the place which I've only seen in movies. Seeing the tall buildings, billboards, jumping for space on the iconic electronic screen and what not. I thoroughly enjoyed myself throughout my stay at NYC.

We went to the Rockefeller center, not the top though. The garden is beautiful. I found the cute pink ducklings a little odd for that place but who cares, they looked like flowers at first glance.

The day went by exploring the nearby places as we were planning to come back with the bang after our Boston visit.

 

 

WEARING

Coat: Lakshita, Top: Code, Pants: Madame, Boots: Metro, Hair pin: Dazzling Bling

Places to eat at in New York

We had dinner at Pizza by Bay, Times Square - must try garden pizza and minestrone soup.

This was the first day I realized that the quantity of ANY type of food in the states, is TOO much for an average foodie.

*Heavy write-up below*

The New York streets are so confusing. It took us three days to understand what is what. So first-time-travelers-to-new york. Listen up!

As you go uptown, street numbers increase. Average distance between each pair of streets is 60m. Avenues and streets run in perpendicular direction. If you are at 42nd street 7th avenue and you want to go to 42nd street 8th avenue (you see street numbers increasing/decreasing on your right) then just walk straight ahead. Eh? Confusing. Just keep in mind that avenues and streets dissect each other.
Broadways are easier to remember because they cut streets and avenues diagonally. They are the shortest route to a path.
So here I told you about new york streets and avenues. Wait up while I tell you where to eat, shop from and have fun!

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MIT Boston: Part II

Hey dolls

I'm back with a new post. It feels so good to re-live the USA memories; even though they are still fresh in my head. Did you know I'm a HUGE FAN of the people over there? Ah! I can't stress on it enough. 

You know the most loveliest things that happened to us was this: All of us clicking pictures and while it happened, a gorgeous couple just bombarded our picture. Next thing you know, they are apologizing like anything! They not only asked us if they could click our pictures, but also guided us on our way back to the hotel at night! What a show!!! Oh and, this story is from New York. What can I do, the only conversations we had in boston were highly intellectual ;)

 

 

The third day brought some relief to the ever chilly weather. Sun, flowers and the Harvard Business School campus. It is by far the best campuses I've ever seen. Beautiful garden, huge dining area, spectacular bunch of crowd. I just loved the day.

Anyway more stories coming up. Lots of posts come. Meanwhile, enjoy the pictures and don't forget to stay tuned for my next post. Would be telling where to eat and visit in Boston.

Enjoy the pictures and let me know what you think in the comments below :)

Which outfit do you like more?

The last day at Boston was a slow one. With us, just relaxing next to river Charles. It is a beautiful place to jog or do some photography. We did the latter :D

First of all the best time to visit Boston is in mid April-August. It is slow-paced, unlike New York which doesn't stop. You can relax here, get into intellectual debates, startle over the heritage buildings or drink hot chocolate at Harvard Square.

So here's a list of places you should visit while you're there. *These are strictly my choice and the places we visited.

MIT Museum
Charles River
Harvard University
Park Street- For Chapels, shopping, food and more
Harvard Square

Places to eat at while in boston

Au Bon Pain
Sebastians for pasta
Legal Sea Foods
La Burdick for hot chocolate

MIT treats

Until next time

Keep Smiling

xoxo

Akanksha

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