Summer season implies it’s hot and sticky in the South, which can be a major obstacle to looking nice, let alone photo-ready. You have access to your whole closet and charm tool kit in the house, but what about when you’re traveling to someplace hot and sticky– elsewhere in the South, or anywhere else in the world?
Yes, it’s an obstacle. However worry not: We tapped style and beauty pros to share their top packing strategies to assist you prepare for that hot and damp trip. Here’s how to pack so you look cool and gathered in those trip pics– with nary a raccoon eye or sweat stain in sight– any place you may stroll.
Pack light-weight, breathable materials in lighter colors.
Fill your suitcase with clothing in materials that are lightweight and breathable. “My personal favorites include cotton (bonus offer if it’s natural), linen, micromodal, and bamboo,” says stylist Lauren Rae Levy. “Avoid fabrics like rayon and polyester in humidity, as they will adhere to your skin in a damp, damp climate.”
Stick to lighter colors that do not take in heat from the sun too. “Although navy is an excellent summer color, it is dark enough to draw up extra heat from the sun and make you warmer,” Levy states.
Due to the fact that you’ll be sweating, you’ll need to pack a lot more choices for light-colored clothes to keep you feeling fresh– especially basics and staples– unless you plan on doing laundry at your location. “Keep in mind you’ll likely require more modifications of T-shirts and tanks than you would require generally,” states Doni Belau, the founder of the woman-only tour business Girls’ Guide to the World who invests part of the year in New Orleans and travels frequently to hot and humid climates. “You’ll be grateful if you have a pack of V-neck white tees, as well as a couple of light-colored tanks and scoop necks on hand.”
Pack loose-fitting silhouettes (but do not avoid the skivvies).
Choose a getaway wardrobe loaded with flowy shapes, like skirts and maxi gowns that fit loosely. “I likewise recommend against wearing clothing that are excessively tight as sweat marks are not an excellent look,” Levy states. “Something that simply hangs a bit off your body, however still has a good fit, is best for this weather.”
Belau adds a note of practicality. “Free-flowing gowns are a must, as the breezy flow of air makes the heat more bearable,” she says. “But concentrate on those which do not require ironing,” she says.
Plus, consider what you’re wearing beneath your clothing. “Moisture-wicking undergarments will be your best friend to offer convenience under your clothes,” Levy states.
Pack a topper or two.
Do not forget to pack a hat to develop your own shade anywhere you go as an integrated respite from the heat and humidity. “Pack cotton, linen, or– my personal fave– straw hats,” Levy advises. “These hats will be your friend: Aside from shading you from the sun, they are breathable and have moisture-wicking capabilities.”
Belau recommends packaging not just one however two hats to cover all bases in your travel schedule. “Pack one lightweight straw hat and one light-colored baseball cap for more active days,” she says.
Keep makeup minimal– and keep it in your carry-on.
Even if you typically use a complete face, traveling to hot and humid places can be the perfect time to “highlight your new tan and natural brilliance” with just a few light, multipurpose makeup products, states Sam Kyle, imaginative director and makeup artist at Mirabella Beauty.
She advises that a multi-use emphasize and shape scheme can end up being a one-stop purchase bronzer, highlighter, contour, and even eyeshadow. “Choosing a single combination makes it even easier to fit your makeup bag into a carry-on baggage,” she states.
And you should certainly plan to keep makeup with you in a carry-on. “When taking a trip through plane to hot, damp journeys, I always advise packaging cosmetics in a carry-on to make sure makeup remains in temperature-controlled locations to avoid melting or getting too hot,” she says, “Checked bags are typically left outside for extended time periods and roughly dealt with in transit during travel which can result in the discovery of melted or broken makeup upon arrival to your hotel or Airbnb.”
Usage waterproof makeup and a setting spray.
Whatever makeup you do bring, make sure it depends on the job. “Whether you plan on swimming or being near water throughout a hot, damp trip or simply being outdoors for prolonged amount of times, water resistant mascara is another MVP makeup essential to avoid running or smearing eye makeup through the day,” Kyle says.
“A good makeup-setting spray is a game-changer on trips like this, especially in a travel-size that is TSA-approved,” she says. Before venturing out into hot, damp temps, mist the makeup setting spray over the face to set and secure both liquid and powder cosmetics.
