Top 10 Travel Essentials :: Fall Weekend Edition

[trip style = weekend getaway]

Shopping for fall hasn't been this fun since back-to-school, when my list of essentials included a Club Monaco logo sweatshirt {which they should really bring back for nostalgia}, a mini tee and a lace choker {proof that some trends should stay in the past}.

Our fall 2014 travel essentials are less trend and more casual-sophisticate. This list takes all the guesswork out of packing for a weekend getaway. We selected staples that never lose their luster, like a classic trench, white sneakers and this season's all-star denim pick—the cropped, relaxed-fit boyfriend jean you can carry with you from Montreal to Miami.

GUYS :: Your fall essentials include all of the same items, save the dress and the skirt {sorry Scotland and Marc Jacobs—despite your bravest efforts, the man skirt is still not happening}.

Top 10 Travel Essentials :: Fall Weekend Edition
1/ 90s denim skirt 
2/ Shirt dress 
3/ Bucket bag 
4/ Versatile trench 
5/ Cropped jeans
6/ Loafers 
7/ White shirt 
8/ White sneakers 
9/ Oversized sweater 
10/ Light blanket scarf

From top left: 1/ Mother high waisted patchie skirt, 2/ Acne Studios lash poplin dress, 3/ Mansur Gavriel bucket bag, 4/ Zara flowy trenchcoat with camo lining, 5/ Point Sur vintage cropped jean, 6/ Dieppa Restrepo penny loafer, 7/ Equipment margaux blouse, 8/ Converse chuck taylors, 9/ Apiece Apart anni fisherman sweater, 10/ Humanoid pop woz scarf, Bonus/ Want Les Essentiels de la Vie hartsfield weekender

This post is written by Trip Styler's Assistant Wayfarer/Editor Heather.

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[photo collage by @heatherlovesit]

Jetset Style :: Scandinavia-Inspired Jackets

[trip style = any]

I recently returned from Scandinavia, and always with an eye on trends, I came home declaring that our Nordic neighbors are wearing three styles of jackets right now: the long and flowing duster coat, the bomber jacket and the classic leather biker jacket {see my street style snaps above}. It's no surprise that they're on point with fashion; Sweden and Denmark are home to Acne, Hope, Won Hundred, Filippa K, Henrik Vibskov and the H&M group of companies, to name a few. I was so charmed by their sense of style that I announced to all my friends back home that I had found my people, and they are Scandinavian. 

Duster/Lightweight Trench Coat
This season's answer to the kimono is the duster coat. I first spotted this trend on the ladies of Copenhagen, whizzing past me on bicycles with their jackets flowing in the wind. This style is the perfect layering piece for fall.

From left: Zara flowy gathered coat with belt, Urban Outfitters drapey trench coat, Zara destructured trench, Monki duster coat

Bomber/Flight Jacket
It's possible that there are a lot of pilots in Scandinavia, but I'm betting that bomber jackets are just THE jacket of the season. Spotted on both men and women, these jackets are a passport to cool. Gentlemen: buy one in navy for an extra splash of Swedish style.

Clockwise from left: Acne Studios lightweight bomber jacket, ASOS bomber jacket with zip, H&M satin pilot jacket, Won Hundred anthracite melange leroy jacket, Aritzia salvatore jacket, Minimarket hapy navy blue jacket, Hope flight jacket

Leather Moto/Biker Jacket
If there's one thing that history proves, it's that leather motorcycle jackets never go out of style. They're the jackets I noticed most frequently in Stockholm, in both cropped and boxy fits, and on men and women. Throw a leather jacket on top of a basic tee and ripped jeans or Annie Hall-style trousers and you'll channel the women of Södermalm, Stockholm's coolest neighborhood.

From left: Allsaints papin leather biker jacket, Acne Studios mock leather moto jacket, Karen Millen leather jacket with silver zip sleeves

Stay tuned for more Scandinavia coverage this fall, including Spotlights on Copenhagen, Helsinki and Stockholm!

This post is written by Trip Styler's Assistant Wayfarer/Editor Heather.

[street style photos taken by @heatherlovesit & @graceyvr and graphics assembled by @heatherlovesit]

Jetset Style :: Shape Up and Ship Out

[trip style = any]

Sporty clothes are having a moment. Sneakers, ball caps, windbreakers, stylish sweats—items that were once activity dependent are now mainstream thanks to modern cuts and fabrics. This is great news for avid travelers on the hunt for stylish and comfortable pieces that go the extra mile...literally.

The fashion buzzword for the trend—"athleisure"—perfectly and ridiculously describes the intersection of athletic and leisure clothing. We want attractive workout wear that doubles in the program as perfect plane, train and automobile wear. We want items appropriate for cycling through Copenhagen while also popping into chic boutiques. We want to make 10 pieces stretch into 20 outfits when we're packing carry-on luggage.

Fashion and function haven't always agreed, but brands and retailers have started paying attention to the growing athleisure market. What started with Stella McCartney for Adidas and Heidi Klum for New Balance has grown to even include director David Lynch for Live The Process. Aritzia, Free People, Urban Outfitters, Loft, Lululemon Lab and Net-a-Porter have thrown their {moisture-wicking} hats into the ring.

We've rounded up the latest and greatest workout wear that will keep you looking good on a run and the runway.

Women
{top row} Live The Process floral print stretch jersey sports bra, Ballet Beautiful belle wrap top, Covee quilted hat, Nike roshe run print shoe {second row} Zoe Karssen jersey track pants, K-Way x Maje mabelle oversized parka, Zimmerman perforated crepe top and stretch sports bra set, Aritzia community rasa bra {third row} Adidas by Stella McCartney florisuga ballerina flats, Adidas by Stella McCartney women's run printed crop jacket, Nike leg-a-see leopard print leggings

Men
{bottom row} Nike roshe run mesh sneakers, Reigning Champ ss tee, Nike x Undercover gyakusou dri-fit hooded running jacket, J.Crew the un-sweatpant, Levi's Vintage Clothing 1950s cotton fleece crew neck sweatshirt

This post is written by Trip Styler's Assistant Wayfarer/Editor Heather.

[graphic assembled by @heatherlovesit]

Summer Shoes :: Jolie-Laide

[trip style = any]

This post is written by Trip Styler's Assistant Wayfarer/Editor Heather.

Brush off your bongos and point your feet towards the nearest drum circle because this summer's shoe trends verge on hippie-dippie. See also: comfortable, 70s, man repelling and my favorite term from the French—jolie-laide. Yes, it's the summer of pretty-ugly shoes. Which bodes well for savvy travelers, who are always searching for packable, comfortable, stylish footwear. So, ladies AND gentlemen, grab a kombucha tea, settle in and check out this summer's trends. {I promise I don't mention the return of Tevas or shower sandals, but they're ba-aaack...}

Women {clockwise from top left}: Birkenstock floral-print arizona, Birkenstock stripe-print arizona, Zara color bio sandal, Birkenstock gold arizona, Steve Madden boomer sandal / Men {bottom left}: Birkenstock black arizona

Trip Styler Tips: Try narrow-width Birkenstocks for a slimmer silhouette. Remember that there will be breaking-in time, so wear them around the house before you take them on vacation. Finally, socks and sandals are no longer a fashion faux-pas—when done well. Try the style with rolled boyfriend jeans or a boxy dress and contrasting or printed socks.

Women {from top left}: Jeffrey Campbell atha espadrille, Loeffler Randall alfie espadrille sneaker, Loeffler Randall mara espadrille / Men {from top right}: Castaner alfonso boot, Soludos for J.Crew striped espadrilles

Women {clockwise from top left}: Swedish Hasbeens suzanne sandals, Isabel Marant towson clog, Sven peep-toe clog, Bosabo ketty clog, Old Navy heeled clogs

[top images, left to right, via racked ny, man repeller, pinterest, creators of desire]

Top 10 Travel Essentials :: Summer Weekend Edition

[trip style = weekend getaway + sun]

This post is written by Trip Styler's Assistant Wayfarer/Editor Heather.

If Buzzfeed, David Letterman and magazine culture have taught us anything, it's that we love lists. 21 Animal Photos That Will Make You Go Awwwww? Click! 52 Places to Go in 2014? Click! Summer Packing Essentials? Click! {*See our mention in Buzzfeed here!}

With summer unofficially underway after the recent long weekends and officially underway in 22 days, my mind has turned to weekend getaways. And, by extension, what to wear on said getaways. I may be a classic morning-of packer, but I dream about what to pack weeks ahead.

With all this in mind, I present my summer packing list, filled with on-trend, internationally inspired, versatile items that "double in the program". Between Chief Trip Stylist Trish and myself, every one of these essentials is either in our closets or on our summer wishlists {I'm looking at you, handmade Mexican sandals!}.

Top 10 Travel Essentials :: Summer Weekend Edition
 #1 - Mexican-inspired top {note the bathing suit tuck-in}
 #2 - Summer-weight scarf
 #3 - Sensational swimsuit
 #4 - Easy-breezy beach-to-night dress
 #5 - Japanese-inspired Kimono
 #6 - Denim shirt
 #7 - Tank top
 #8 - Mexican-inspired sandals
 #9 - Jean shorts
 #10 - Cropped sweater

Clockwise from top left: 1/ JM Dry Goods embroidered blouse, 2/ Heather Taylor Home scarf, 3/ Marc by Marc Jacobs bikini top & high waisted bottom, 4/ Black Crane long strap dress, 5/ Nicole Bridger kimono featuring artist Zoe Pawlak print, 6/ Gap denim shirt, 7/ NSF scout tank, 8/ Beatrice Valenzuela sandals, 9/ Madewell denim cutoffs, 10/ Topshop fisherman crop sweater

***Guys: Your summer weekend essentials should include a pair of 3/4-length shorts {7-9" inseam}, a white v- or crew-neck tee, a classic short- or long-sleeve oxford shirt and a pair of lace-up Vans.

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[photo collage by @heatherlovesit]