Hello, mini vacation

Going away for a weekend holiday and don't know what to pack? Fashion Bombay is here to the rescue. Here are some packing rules for the weekend away.
 

1. The list: Start with a list of things you need, have and need to buy.We headed to Roxy at High Street Phoenix to get our weekend away essentials.

2.The essentials:
- One piece dresses/ tunics/ kaftans double up as wraps to wear over swimsuits and bikinis.

- Carry button down shirts to be worn with shorts, during travel and even as coverups at the beach.

- Carry two pairs of shoes: waterproof flip flops for your beach activities and leather sandals to accessorise any outfit.

-  A bright beach bag - usually in canvas or a waterproof material is essential. It not only looks good but also is washable and hence ideal for an adventure. Canvas totes, shoppers and plain fabric totes double up as beach bags. 

- Bright swimwear are ideal and should be worn under your outfit for a vacation, this way you can jump into the pool or hit the beach at any time without needing a changing room.
- A bright cap to protect yourself from the harsh sun and tan!
- Shorts of any kind - denim, cotton, long or short. Pack as many as you have.

- Beach towel: Lay on the beach, cover up after a swim or wipe yourself after a quick shower, a towel is an absolute must have for a beach holiday. A beach towel is a must to save you from the sand but this is not to be wet. Use a Madrasi towel or a hand towel for drying purposes.
- Don't compromise with cheap sunglasses, protect your eyes with a good pair.

3. Double up: The trick to packing right is packing light. Carry items that double up and can be worn in multiple ways. Carry tunics that cover about the mid thigh length and these can be paired with your shorts. Even if your shorts aren't visible they look sexy and summery. Of course you can wear the tunics as is as dresses. You can also pack several t-shirts that you can use as day wear, sleep wear and beach wear too.

4. Vanity kit:
- Sunscreen with SPF 50 (we are loving Keihl's) is must for Indian skin - dab on and pat, do not rub it into your skin.

- Go natural for your holiday and just keep natural cheek and lip tint (Body Shop's lip and cheek tint), a highlighter or bronzer can be used to work on the tan. 

5. Medical kit:
- Emergency medicines
- Hand sanitisers
- Baby wipes that double up as makeup removers
- Toilet paper

 Have a great trip, don't forget to take loads of pictures <3