A Fashion Don't

Ever see someone out in public and just wonder what trend they are following?

Because otherwise... That outfit makes no sense!

September issues are here!

Fashion, fashion, fashion!

So this picture shows a few things happening.   First - I have a magazine addiction.   Second - I love fashion almost as much as food....

Thursday Travel Tip

I am always worried about losing my important documents like my passport when I travel.   So I always put copies of the front page (the one with the picture and personal info) in my luggage.   It identifies who owns the luggage and then I have extra copies just in case the actual passport gets lost or stolen.  I also have scanned it into my computer and emailed it to myself and usually to a family member as well.  That way there is an electronic copy that can be accessed from anywhere if it is needed.

You then can carry the paper copy with you instead of the real one if you feel more comfortable having it around all the time.  Then if you have a secure place to lock up the real one you don't have to worry.   It is rare that you would need it with you but I have had an occasion when they needed my passport number in order to get into a secure building for the interview I was conducting that day.  (And yes - it was both a little disturbing and at the same time super cool to have to get clearance to go in and to sign papers promising to not reveal any industrial secrets based on what I observed.   I was finally an important American journalist working on an assignment in a foreign country!)

Thursday Travel Tip

The big "avocado" purse, cheap sunglasses and a scarf - don't leave home without them!

A friend of mine was telling me about her upcoming trip and how she needed to make sure that she had the appropriate clothing to wear when she was in conservative areas.   I let her know about my scarf trick which I learned for traveling in Italy and England.   Many churches and cathedrals require that visitors wear attire which covers your shoulders and does not show too much leg.   I wear a lot of knee length skirts and dresses when I travel anyway because then I look less like a tourist and in the summer they are super comfortable.   To cover up a tank top for a church visit - and for later in the day if it gets chilly - a scarf stashed in your purse or attached to a hat works great!   And if you are needing to dress up an outfit for dinner - then you already have it right there. 

I am still looking for a great summer hat that travels well. I have lots of knit ones to keep me warm on cold weather vacations, but nothing that squishes up just as easy for keeping the sun off me.

And I saving for another time more tips about why I carry a giant purse on vacation and what I put in it!