Hi Everyone,
During this summer I have been on a total of 4 city breaks so I decided to do a post on what to pack while on a city break.
1.
A Sturdy Bag.
A good bag is essential when going on a city break because you will probably need space to carry a large number of items such as a purse, sunglasses, your phone, camera, maybe MP3 player, makeup and anything else you may need during the day.
I like to take my DKNY bag because it can fit large amounts in but isn’t too bulky. Also there’s space in there to fit any items I may pick up along the way when shopping.
A good bag is essential when going on a city break because you will probably need space to carry a large number of items such as a purse, sunglasses, your phone, camera, maybe MP3 player, makeup and anything else you may need during the day.
I like to take my DKNY bag because it can fit large amounts in but isn’t too bulky. Also there’s space in there to fit any items I may pick up along the way when shopping.
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| DKNY Patent Scarf Shopper - £135 |
2.
A Jacket.
I always carry a jacket with me when on a city break because usually you never know what the weather is going to be like during that day. If you have my luck with weather then you will definitely need a jacket as every city I visited this summer involved some sort of rain. A light black blazer or a denim jacket is usually a good option as they can be worn in all sorts of weather.
I always carry a jacket with me when on a city break because usually you never know what the weather is going to be like during that day. If you have my luck with weather then you will definitely need a jacket as every city I visited this summer involved some sort of rain. A light black blazer or a denim jacket is usually a good option as they can be worn in all sorts of weather.
3. Some comfortable (but stylish) shoes.
Comfy shoes are an essential when going on a city break. If you’re anything like me and shop or sightsee all the time in a city then you will probably do a lot of walking, which requires comfy shoes. In winter or autumn I usually wear Uggs on city breaks because they are warm and comfy but in summer and spring I usually take a few pairs of flats for the daytime. This summer I wore black ballet flats and some studded pointy flats. They were comfy to walk around in (most of the time) and looked good with all my outfits.
Comfy shoes are an essential when going on a city break. If you’re anything like me and shop or sightsee all the time in a city then you will probably do a lot of walking, which requires comfy shoes. In winter or autumn I usually wear Uggs on city breaks because they are warm and comfy but in summer and spring I usually take a few pairs of flats for the daytime. This summer I wore black ballet flats and some studded pointy flats. They were comfy to walk around in (most of the time) and looked good with all my outfits.
4. Some uncomfortable (and of course stylish) shoes.
Heels are always an essential for a city break, especially in the evening when going to restaurants or clubs to make an outfit more formal.
Heels are always an essential for a city break, especially in the evening when going to restaurants or clubs to make an outfit more formal.
5. Wedges.
I like to take wedges on a city break because they can be worn in both the day time and night time and are also formal enough for an evening but casual enough for the daytime and they are also great for summer.
I like to take wedges on a city break because they can be worn in both the day time and night time and are also formal enough for an evening but casual enough for the daytime and they are also great for summer.
6. Vest Tops.
Vest Tops are always a staple in my wardrobe no matter what season it is I always pack one wherever I go. Vest tops are good because you can wear them with some nice shorts if you are in a hot sunny climate or wear a blazer or cardigan or even another top over it in colder weather. Also you can pair it with most kinds of shorts, trousers, skirts, leggings etc. I love these Warehouse vest tops because they are flattering, comfortable, and relatively cheap and they come in loads of different colours.
Vest Tops are always a staple in my wardrobe no matter what season it is I always pack one wherever I go. Vest tops are good because you can wear them with some nice shorts if you are in a hot sunny climate or wear a blazer or cardigan or even another top over it in colder weather. Also you can pair it with most kinds of shorts, trousers, skirts, leggings etc. I love these Warehouse vest tops because they are flattering, comfortable, and relatively cheap and they come in loads of different colours.
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| Black Zip Vest - Warehouse - £14 |
7. Scarves.
I always take a scarf on a city break because 1. I love scarves. 2. I always use them to accessorise an outfit. 3. Depending on the scarf you take they can be worn in different weather. Also if you take a big scarf it can also double as a blanket on a plane which means more room for magazine in your hand luggage.
I always take a scarf on a city break because 1. I love scarves. 2. I always use them to accessorise an outfit. 3. Depending on the scarf you take they can be worn in different weather. Also if you take a big scarf it can also double as a blanket on a plane which means more room for magazine in your hand luggage.
8. T Shirts.
A T Shirt usually comes in handy on a city break and they are light and don’t take up much room in the suitcase. I usually like to take a graphic T shirt on a city break as well as a plain cotton T shirt in different colours for a comfy and casual option.
A T Shirt usually comes in handy on a city break and they are light and don’t take up much room in the suitcase. I usually like to take a graphic T shirt on a city break as well as a plain cotton T shirt in different colours for a comfy and casual option.
9. Jeans.
Jeans are not usually the first item I would think of when going on holiday but on a city break jeans are useful to take with you. If you go on a really hot city break then you may not need jeans but you could take cropped jeans or even denim shorts (which are sort of like jeans). I really like Topshop Leigh skinny jeans because they are made from a thin material and they are really soft and comfy.
Jeans are not usually the first item I would think of when going on holiday but on a city break jeans are useful to take with you. If you go on a really hot city break then you may not need jeans but you could take cropped jeans or even denim shorts (which are sort of like jeans). I really like Topshop Leigh skinny jeans because they are made from a thin material and they are really soft and comfy.
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| Leigh Supersoft Skinny Jeans - Topshop - £38 |
10. Sunglasses.
I love to accessorise an outfit and I love sunglasses so I always take at least 2 pairs of sunglasses with me on a city break. I like to take different styles with me for example Ray Ban Wayfarers and aviators so that I have different styles to match different outfits. Even if you go on a city break in winter months there still might be some sun so it’s best to always be prepared.
I love to accessorise an outfit and I love sunglasses so I always take at least 2 pairs of sunglasses with me on a city break. I like to take different styles with me for example Ray Ban Wayfarers and aviators so that I have different styles to match different outfits. Even if you go on a city break in winter months there still might be some sun so it’s best to always be prepared.
11. A
nice Dress.
Always take a nice dress to wear on holiday as you never know when you might need one for a nice dinner or just a special outing. A simple black dress with an edge is usually a good choice as it is stylish and sophisticated yet different and not boring or plain. For example a black dress with gold embellishment or a black dress with a dipped hem. I really like this dress from Topshop and some nice jewellery and a pair of wedges would look great for a floaty summery look or put some tights on underneath and wear a blazer over the top with some black heels for a smart and sophisticated winter look.
Always take a nice dress to wear on holiday as you never know when you might need one for a nice dinner or just a special outing. A simple black dress with an edge is usually a good choice as it is stylish and sophisticated yet different and not boring or plain. For example a black dress with gold embellishment or a black dress with a dipped hem. I really like this dress from Topshop and some nice jewellery and a pair of wedges would look great for a floaty summery look or put some tights on underneath and wear a blazer over the top with some black heels for a smart and sophisticated winter look.
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| Black Chiffon Dip Hem Dress - Topshop - £42 |
12. A
Cardigan.
I find it useful to take a cardigan with me wherever I go just in case it gets cold and rains (which usually happens to me wherever I go). A black cardigan will always match everything and can be comfy but also look good at the same time. Paired with a nice top and shorts or jeans it can really pull an outfit together. I like waterfall cardigans because they sort of look like blazers but are much comfier and warmer.
I find it useful to take a cardigan with me wherever I go just in case it gets cold and rains (which usually happens to me wherever I go). A black cardigan will always match everything and can be comfy but also look good at the same time. Paired with a nice top and shorts or jeans it can really pull an outfit together. I like waterfall cardigans because they sort of look like blazers but are much comfier and warmer.
13. A
good pair of shorts.
Whether you like denim, linen or tailored shorts they are always a good idea on any break. Just because you aren’t lounging around on the beach doesn’t mean you have to leave the shorts at home. I love shorts so I have loads of different kinds. On city breaks I tend to take tailored shorts with me in black, to match with a colourful or patterned vest top, and a bright colour such as red, to match with all my black tops (which I have a lot of). If it’s warm you can show off your legs in the shorts but if it’s cold you can put a pair of tights on underneath.
Whether you like denim, linen or tailored shorts they are always a good idea on any break. Just because you aren’t lounging around on the beach doesn’t mean you have to leave the shorts at home. I love shorts so I have loads of different kinds. On city breaks I tend to take tailored shorts with me in black, to match with a colourful or patterned vest top, and a bright colour such as red, to match with all my black tops (which I have a lot of). If it’s warm you can show off your legs in the shorts but if it’s cold you can put a pair of tights on underneath.
14. A
Large Suitcase.
Definitely don’t forget the suitcase otherwise you’ll have nowhere to put all of this. I recommend taking a suitcase rather than just taking hand luggage on a plane because even though it usually costs extra it is usually worth avoiding stress over trying to fit all your things in your hand luggage, not being able to take any toiletries and trying to rummage through your suitcase at the airport all the time to find something important like money, passports and boarding cards.
Definitely don’t forget the suitcase otherwise you’ll have nowhere to put all of this. I recommend taking a suitcase rather than just taking hand luggage on a plane because even though it usually costs extra it is usually worth avoiding stress over trying to fit all your things in your hand luggage, not being able to take any toiletries and trying to rummage through your suitcase at the airport all the time to find something important like money, passports and boarding cards.
S x
Good advice!
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