Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Aloha! Packing for Hawaii




It has been particularly chilly in Georgia lately, y'all... so I can't help but think about my upcoming trip to sunny Hawaii!  I've been thinking about what to pack, and I'm full of ideas; I've been to Hawaii a half dozen times (I have family there) but this time I'm venturing off Oahu to Maui!


I'm checking a bag this time, since I'm traveling for 10 days and have a bridesmaid dress/shoes in tow.  So, I'll be packing my bigger Burton Wheelie, the Double Deck.  I love this bag because of its 'cram' zippers and 50/50 split; it's the magic carpet bag of suitcases, and you can pack it to the brim!  I'm also bringing my new Epiphanie Lola camera bag, which looks like a purse but secretly stashes my Canon DSLR and lenses.  I can't wait to take some amazing shots with my new camera!

Another must for Hawaii is, of course, swimsuits!  Being a curvy gal, I favor the retro style suits; I have two one-piece Jantzen Vamp Maillots, and they are my favorite.  I also have a nice halter two-piece from Target.  You should choose a swimsuit that makes you feel good even on your not-so-skinny days (of which I'm having a lot lately!).  I always pack multiple suits for Hawaii, and plenty of sunscreen.  I also plan to wear my pink Betsey Johnson sunglasses, because Hawaii is all about COLOR!

Lastly, I had to have a tropical dress to wear for LC's rehearsal breakfast and bridesmaids' shopping outing... so when I snagged this belted tropical floral dress by Spense on clearance at Goody's (I paid $15 on an $80 dress!), I had to get it!  It's perfect for a Hawaii trip, right?

I've got a lot more packing to do, but these are just a few of the things on my list!  :)


Where to Buy:
Betsey Johnson Sunglasses, $65 at Zappos
Canon EOS Rebel T3i DSLR Camera and Lenses (mine is from 42nd Street Photo)
Xhilaration Pink Retro Halter Bikini, similar pictured for $20 at Target
Vamp Maillot (I have it in black and pink!),  by Jantzen, $35 on Overstock.com, or similar for $35 at Target
Burton Wheelie Double Deck, $290 by Burton
Spring Floral Dress, similar at Modcloth 'Honolulu Holiday Dress, $158
Lola Camera Bag, $165 by Epiphanie

2 comments:

  1. This last trip to Hawaii, I discovered the importance of smoothing milk for longish hair. Between car rides with the windows down, beach salt and lovely but windy vistas.

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  2. Thanks for the Feedback here Jennifer. I've been growing my hair out to donate it and I have recently realized the importance of really taking good care of it. I'm going to give it a go :)

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