Next week I am heading to the Big Apple for the Fashion Footwear Association of New York (FFaNY) shoe show. Packing for a work trip can be a little overwhelming because you want to look professional, but be comfortable standing in an exhibitor hall all day. You also need to be prepared for client dinners and enjoying a night on the town.
AND, since it is a shoe show---my footwear has to be on point, but practical because will be in New York and standing on concrete all day.
This means that in all practicality, I need 2 pairs of shoes for each day and at least two outfits. I hate carrying around luggage, so I try and keep my suitcases narrowed down to two carry-on sized bags.
Here is my go to list for packing, not all of it is necessary, so I cross those items off if they aren't needed:
***Look up the weather forecast
Basics:
Travel Aids: reading, gum, snacks, bottle water, pillow
Funds: wallet, cash, credit cards, atm card, checks
Travel Info: passport/visa, drivers license, itenary, map/directions, travel tickets, travel confirmation, travel guides, membership cards
Miscellaneous:
Documents: Copies of travel info, copies of credit card, copies of passport, emergency contact info, medical insurance card, list of prescriptions, car insurance card, contact info, list of allergies/medical history.
Bags: Backpack, purse, collapsible tote, money belt, plastic bags
Other: Business Card, calling card, work documents, supplies, notebook/pen, list of appointments
Laundry: bags, kit, stain remover, sewing kit, travel iron
Clothes:
Basics: underwear, socks, bra, pantyhose, swim wear, robe, pj's, dress shirt, sweaters, blazer, dress, slacks, t-shirt, tank top, sweat shirt, jeans, shorts.
Hygiene:
Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, soap, washcloth, face wash, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, brush, comb, hairdryer, hair irons, razor, styling products, hairspray, mirror, moisturizer, lotion, chapstick, makeup, perfume, makeup remover, nail file/clipper, nail polish, medications, allergy medicine, pain reliever, vitamins, nail polish remover, hand wipes, tissue, cotton balls, qtips, scissors, tweezers, lint roller, first aid kit, bandaids, blister blockers, footpads, feminine hygiene products
Tech:
Phone + charger, ipad+charger, camera+charger, batteries, headphones, alarm clock
Accessories: leisure shoe, dress shoe, sandal, slipper, belt, watch, jewelry, sunglasses
My Top Essentials for ANY travel: a book/magazines, hand sanitizer, mints and hand lotion.
And as you are double checking what you brought...here is a little advice from my mom. Start with your head and cover all of the possible things you would need for that part of your body
Head- do you have/need hats, hair brush, toothpaste, sunglasses, jewelry...
hit everybody part in between.
Finish with your toes- do you have socks, inserts an shoes.
Don't forget to think about your electronics and Id!
And... if you're at a decent hotel and you forget something important, they should be able to provide or sell you replacements for most anything.
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