Packing: Clothes

Clothes
· Stick to two or three flattering complementary colors that are easy to mix and match.
- Pack a few fun accessories that will liven up your wardrobe so you don’t feel bland.
· Plan on buying clothes in your host country. You’ll look and feel less like a foreigner.
· Dark colors, especially in outerwear, won’t show as much dirt. Laundry facilities aren’t always readily available.
· When you plan your wardrobe, consider these two things:
1. Weather during fall or spring in your host country. Go to www.weather.com to find out.
2. Activities and travel you plan to do. Bring hiking boots if you are the outdoors type or a couple fancy frocks if you like fine arts.

Don’t Forget
· Shower shoes—you won’t always be using the cleanest most sanitary facilities. Plastic flip-flops are light and slim.
- Crocs are a versatile choice. They are light, water proof, and odor resistant. Plus, Crocs are comfortable walking shoes and can transition from warm to cold temperatures with a pair of wool socks.
- Visit www.crocs.com to pick a style. My favorite—Prima, a ballet inspired silhouette. It’s slim fitting and fashionable. Comes in 8 fun colors.

· Some things are best to buy overseas instead of cramming in your luggage.

Toiletries
Basic medications like Tylenol
Bedding if not provided
Clothes line
Small flashlight
Tiny lock for your suitcases

· Leave expensive jewelry behind.

**FLEXIBILITY—don’t leave your house without it! It’s free, weightless, and doesn’t take up space. Traveling is always full of surprises. Expect that things might not go as planned.