During WWII ration-induced nylon shortages, ladies drew on their stocking seams. Ten years ago, the inventor of Spanx merely cut off an existing pair of control-top tights and the rest is fashion empire history.
Travel is one of the best crucibles for doing the maximum with a minimum. Frankly, having very little in hand is one of the joys of travel. It is actually quite freeing. Packing the perfect suitcase, is not only an art, it also makes you flex those mixing and matching muscles.
Let's be clear, doing the most with the least on vacay doesn't mean only wearing khaki pants, trainers and a fanny pack the whole time. Instead we're looking for practical solutions that still let you express your style in your foreign environment. Or at least let's not completely give up.
On a mid-winter getaway, where temperatures plunged to well below zero (Farenheit), my Hunter rain boot fleece liners became my go-to footwear solution. I even wore them in my high wedge lace up winter boots. This may not sound stylish, nor revolutionary, but those liners actually added some lodge-appropriate flare. And, just as important under the circumstances, I avoided frost-bite all the while.
In a hot weather destination, a similar suitcase coup may come from using the same piece as a beach cover-up, lounge wear and evening wear. Simple, stylish and space saving.
The beauty of the 'work-around' is it forces us out of the same old way of thinking and dressing. And not just on vacation. The truth is, everyone has a style work-around in everyday life, be it budget, figure, dress codes, or unexpected changes of plan. Having limitations makes for better style. Force yourself to try new ways of using what you already have. You'll be pleasantly surprised.
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