It’s summer in the U.S., and that means lots of us are taking off for some fabulous vacation destination. Not me, sadly—but anyway, that’s the Friend Friday* topic du jour.
We were asked the following questions:
- Are you going anywhere this summer that will require a suitcase?
- What are your ‘must-pack’ items?
- When it comes to makeup how much of your collection do you pack? What do you take? What do you leave behind?
- Do you have any travel packing advice?
- What one item should every woman pack when going on a vacation?
*The Friend Friday project by Modly Chic is a way for bloggers to share more about themselves and create a friendly connection with other bloggers. Katy of Modly Chic sends us questions weekly, and we answer on our blogs.
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Very cool I’ve never heard of this, also congrats on all of your awards! Happy Friday
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@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Hi Lisa, thank you so much, and thanks for stopping by!
@fashionjazz
July 9, 2010
I love this idea friend friday : ) Have a lovely wknd xxx
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
JAZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ, thanks doll! Why not join in?
What a perfect post! I STRUGGLE (understatement) with packing! Thanks for the tips darlin’!
XO Lynzy
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@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Ha! Now I didn’t say I don’t struggle. Actually I don’t struggle packing, that is true. I never forget anything and my clothes arrive nearly wrinkle-free. But for my international flights, I almost always have to bay overweight baggage fees, thanks to all my big honkin’ platforms! So yeah, limiting myself is a struggle.
Thanks for your comment, doll. Your Comment Luv link is reminding me of that blueberry concoction you made. Mmmmm…
@122 W. Manheim Street Apt. 8
July 9, 2010
I agree with everything especially the zip lock bags and minimal jewelry! I love Friend Friday as well!
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@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Hello my lovely…thank you for your comment! I’m still thinking of your Prince post:
http://stylishthought.com/fashion/10-things-prince-taught-me-about-fashion/
Actually, I need to tweet it. It was brilliant!
Good call on the minimal jewelry! I do the watch/rings thing too.
And thanks so entering my giveaway, babe!
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Of course, sugar! Thanks for popping over. I’d be crazy not to enter your fab giveaway! Hope you have a great weekend.
@leia12
July 9, 2010
I love the ziplock bag tip! I’ll definitely try that. And I totally agree that you should take wet wipes – they’re so useful! I also always travel in leggings and tunics – so comfortable and easy. Great blog once again!
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Thank you sweetie! I’m actually addicted to wet wipes. I have them in purse on a daily basis. The ziplocs really do help. Let me know if you do have the opportunity to try them out.
Thanks for your comment and have a fab weekend princess!
Cant wait to watch this video when I get home! Stupid office had to block out videos! harumph!
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Ha!!! Don’t you hate that?! Hope you like it if you do get a chance to see it. Lovely weekend to you!
Really helpful, considering that I’m actually leaving home for a 4 week music festival!
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Hi Abby…superb! Thank you.
A 4-week music festival…aren’t you a lucky girl?!
Great tips! and i loved your Leave Rachel Alone Post. She rocks.
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Hello iundereye! Thank you very much. Glad you liked the Rachel post too. I can’t wait for the next season of the RZ Project!
Awesome!!!, and I’m so with you with the ziplocs and baby wipes, and your travel essentials tips are so detailed and informative, LOVE this vlog V, brilliant!!!, happy weekend darling, XOXO
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@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Thanks J, you’re always so incredibly supportive and kind…I truly appreciate it! Happy weekend to you too, love!
I see you’re a fan of the big scarf too! Great advice about saving the bling until you arrive at your destination. I love showing up for a 5:30 am flight and someone in front of me in the security line is wearing 23 metal items they need to remove. Did they not know that their first stop of the day was going to be at a metal detector? (Just a little pet peeve of mine. lol!) Have a great weekend!
XO Piper
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@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Why am I not surprised that we have yet another thing in common? Yeah, the clueless people at the metal detector drive me nuts too.
You have a lovely weekend, too, Piper!
such a great video! i really enjoyed watching this, thanks for the tips!
x
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@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Aw, that makes my day and night! Thank you Amy. I sincerely appreciate it!
Great video, brilliant advice!
Zip lock bags are a great idea, good for laundry too.
I always carry sunscreen & wet wipes everywhere (I’m too clumsy & pale not too!)
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Thank you Julia! Yes, sunscreen…I take it with me even for an overnighter! I’m so glad you take care of your pale skin. It is part of what makes you so beautiful.
Martinis, yes. Absolutely.
I love that you’re answering the questions on a video! And I’m glad that I don’t have to work on Fridays so that I can be home to watch them!
Your travel tips are fantastic, especially about using the ziploc bags. GENIUS! Wish I’d thought of it years ago! Will definitely implement that next time. Thanks!
@gritandglamour
July 9, 2010
Thank you so much, Melissa! You’re a sweetie to be so generous with your compliments. Please do let me know about the ziplocs…we all love to know when an idea flies, don’t we?!!
Thanks for your comment…til next week, then!
Thanks for filming the vlog in different locations. It just adds to the V persona. I look forward to the Friend Friday post and I’m secretly glad you aren’t taking a hugh holiday this summer. (Yes, that is very selfish and I feel a little guilty about writing that).
Beverly
p.s. I use the same Benefit product, giggle
@gritandglamour
July 10, 2010
Thanks Beverly…I am slightly terrified, though. Sometimes I’m afraid I’ll let everyone down. But it makes me feel good to know that someone out there actually looks forward to my posts. So don’t feel one bit guilty!
Ooh, I LOVE Dallas. I’m at the bottom of the compact though. Time to stock up!
@210 S Desplaines St, #2204
July 11, 2010
you are such a rockstar, chica! i’ve total girl-blog-crush goin’ on here. your video blogs are seriously superb and then some. also, thank you so very much for the kind words and support. i can’t tell ya how much it means.
let the slumber parties commence! i’ll bring a bottle or two…heck three even of the gin for tinis. bombay sapphire, yeah? =o)
CHEERS!
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@gritandglamour
July 11, 2010
Oh, my, you just made my Sunday, sugar! Thank you so much. I am so appreciative of your support and kind words.
And you HAVE been reading every word…cause it is indeed Bombay Sapphire. Maybe I need to vlog that since I finally JUST learned how to make my signature drink myself. Hmmm.
Cheers! Hoppin’ over to the Mango Tree now.
I loved this post V, your video posts are my favourite
I will definitely be using some of these tips for the festivals and city break I’ve got coming up so thank you for them!
I have a bit of a wet wipe obsession too, it’s bordering on ocd
Di ♥
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@gritandglamour
July 13, 2010
Thank you so much, Dianne. You don’t know how good it feels to know that all that videotaping and talking to myself is actually appreciated by someone! Safe and happy festival-traipsing. Thanks again for your kind words and comment.
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