In addition to parties, another common Holiday activity is traveling. Going places is definitely not an excuse to look drab. Of course, there are certain adjustments you have to make when traveling with your clothes, shoes and accessories and sometimes, this can be tricky. Do you bring your divine pair of wedge boots even if it’s bulky? What clothes should you bring? How many pairs of footwear should you bring? Whether you are going to a beach or hiking a rough road this Holiday season, here are some tips to help you pack women’s shoes with ease.
1. Plan your wardrobe. How many days will you be gone for the Holidays? What activities will you be doing? Who will you be meeting? The answers to these questions can help you decide the outfit you will wear on each day and thus help you choose which clothes and shoes to pack. Bring your more “flexible” shoes—the ones that you can wear with more outfits so you don’t have to carry unnecessary luggage.
2. Don’t be afraid to bring a pair of boots. Whether it’s a sexy pair of leather ankle boots or your favorite pair of wedge boots, there are smart ways to pack it into your luggage without ruining the shape of your boots. One way to keep it perfectly shaped is by inserting liter soda bottles into them (empty, of course). They’re light and sturdy enough to keep your wedge boots, ankle boots and any other boots in shape.
3. Don’t flatten your flats. Unlike for wedge boots or ankle boots, flats don’t need soda bottles. Instead, what you can use is rolled up underwear (which you are packing anyway) or socks and shove it in to keep them nice and flat. You can also leave your sachet in the shoes to avoid stinky toes.
4. Soles out. Pack your wedge boots, flats and other footwear with the soles facing out, against the edge of the suitcase. It makes the sides of the suitcase sturdier, protects the contents of your luggage and it’s a great space saving tip too!
5. Pack the essentials. Always bring a pair of socks (for those cold nights in the hotel) and a pair of flip-flops for strolling and for when your feet need to breathe.
Got your own footwear packing tips? Do share!
