Everybody has their own packing methods, but we all love new tips and tricks, especially with the outrageous new fees on checked baggage. Who better than to look to DVF for her own packing tricks. As one of the most celebrated American fashion designers (best known for her wrap dress), here are her tips on packing light, how to pack couture, and her must-have clothing items while traveling.
On packing couture
“I always have the lightest suitcase.” Von Furstenberg has one trick for packing couture: “Roll up ball gowns and put them in stockings. You can actually squeeze them down to the shape of a salami. They are perfect and unwrinkled when you unpack them.”
Include a splash of color
To spruce up a pared-down wardrobe, bring bold colors and patterns, like this silk scarf. “Paying attention to small details, like a scarf or a bracelet, allows you to mix up your looks and stretch your outfits out over several days.”
Carry a big handbag
After you’ve packed everything into your carry-on, don’t forget a handbag—a great place to stash the items you’ll need on the flight. “I take vitamins and homeopathic remedies, so I have a lot of little bottles. I always put them in my large purse.”
Mix it up
Take along primary-color stripes and black-and-white geometric shapes that can easily be mixed and matched. “Before you even start packing, think of what you’ll be doing on the trip. Hang up your clothes and see how you can combine them. Then edit it down.”
Bring jersey
“This is the material that looks best after a long flight. I travel with a lot of jersey dresses. They are perfect no matter where you’re going and never wrinkle. You can dress them up or down, and that’s what you want in a travel outfit.”
I know that I always pack a ton of jersey knit materials. They are so comfortable and can be dressed up or down. Do you have any special packing tips that you would like to share? Please leave them in the comments below!
Love, K.
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