Packing

Ahh.... the infamous world of packing!  This is beginning to be harder than I thought it would be!  First off, I am going to be in two different parts of Europe, having two different climates of weather.  At the beginning of my trip, I have to pack for cooler weather.  The end of my trip; swim suits, dresses, and shorts for camp.  I think that I have packed everything right.  I am sticking to one color.... black.  I know.... boring!  But, it works!  I only have to bring black shoes, a black purse, and accessories that go with black.  It makes it pretty easy when I have to pack my whole summer into a backpack.  Well, here goes nothing.  Two different climates, five pairs of shoes, toiletries, a blow dryer, and probably many more things.  I have taken pictures of my success! Most of the clothes that I am taking are interchangeable with each-other.  This also makes packing a little easier.... but just a little!

Here are the clothes that I am bringing to keep me warm in the Northern part of Europe (Amsterdam, London, Paris, and Brussels).  These are also the accessories that I am bringing to go with the different outfits.  All are interchangeable!  Below are different outfits that I am going to wear from this pile of clothes.

This outfit would be great for a walk around London, Paris, or Amsterdam.  To be honest, I will probably wear it multiple times! 

Dark Grey Boyfriend Cardigan: JCrew

White Oxford Ruffle Shirt: Kohl's (Elle Brand)

Skinny Jeans: Target

Purse: H&M

Red Scarf: Forever 21

Pointy Flat Shoes: Nine West

This outfit could be worn when I attend a cooking school that I am anxious about taking in Paris! We first start out in one of the famous fresh markets.  Then, we walk through the gardens and into the cooking school! I could also wear this outfit for just walking around any city!

Dark Grey Boyfriend Cardigan: JCrew

Black Short Sleeved Shirt: INC (Macy's)

Dark Skinny Jeans: Target

Black Purse: H&M

Black Suede Boots: Steve Madden

Black Jelly Flats: Tori Burch

This is the outfit that I am going to wear on the plane.  Very COMFORTABLE!! Comfortable if I get stuck in the airoirt, or simply comfortable for an 8 hour plane flight! Also, I am preparing to be cold in Amsterdam, so layers are a must!

Light Grey Boyfriend Cardigan: H&M

Black Dress: Kohl's

Black Leggings: Target

Red Scarf: Forever 21

Black Purse: H&M

Black Jelly Flats: Tori Burch

This is something that I could wear if the weather gets warmer!  I can also add layers to this and different shoes if I get chilly!

Grey and Black Dress: Target

Black Purse: H&M

Black Sandals: Target

This is my semi-touristy/cold weather outfit.  I am totally not prepared for the weather, so I have to have a back-up plan!  The key is layers, so that if you get hot, you can take some off!

Black Rain Jacket: Patagonia

White Thin Fleece: North Face

Black Long Sleeved Shirt: Gap

Dark Skinny Jeans: Target

Black Jelly Flats: Tori Burch

Black Purse: H&M

Cycling on a bike through the streets of Paris on my way to a market is where I am visioning this outfit.  

Dark Grey Boyfriend Cardigan: JCrew

White Short Sleeved Ruffle Shirt: JCrew

Grey Skirt: JCrew

Black Pointy Flats: Nine West

Black Jelly Flats: Tori Burch

Black Sandals: Target

Black Purse: H&M

I am not sure where I see myself wearing this outfit.  It could be on the streets on London, or the beaches of Nice.  I can add layers to this to stay warm, and take them off as I cool down.

Pink and Black Dress: Nordstroms

Black Tights: HUE (Macy's)

Black Cardigan: Target

Black Purse: H&M

Black Pointy Flats: Nine West

Black Jelly Flats: Tori Burch

Black Sandals: Target

Black Purse: H&M

Here is the rest of the stuff that I need for the rest of the summer! The English Camps in Italy!  I am not going to go into detail about where everything is from, but here is a list of other things that I am packing!

2 bathing suits

3 sports bras

1 strapless bra

18 pairs of underwear

4 graphic T-shirts

Pants for Sleeping

2 pairs of shorts for camp or going out

1 pair of work-out shorts

5 pairs of socks

1 white tank top

2 plain T-shirts

Tennis Shoes

So....Do you think that I can fit all of this into my suitcase?  And pack all of my toiletries?  I guess you will see tomorrow when I finally try to fit all of it in my bag! Wish me luck!!