Subject: chic
Image: lion heart vintage.
Summer is upon us and I spent some time over the weekend thinking about my upcoming trip to warmer climates. (Which, when coming from Seattle means places where you have to wear shorts before August, if then.) As I dug out my shorts, I started to think about what makes a good travel short and why everything marketed as one is so damned ugly. Shorts aren't my favorite clothing of choice and when you slap a bunch of oversized pockets on them, you make me want to wear them even less.
I dug out my favorite pair of shorts and thought about what I loved about them. They're perfect for travel because 1.) they're lightweight, 2.) versatile and 3.) not at all "travel" looking. Yes, you could head to your nearest outdoor store and buy yourself a pair of travel pants. You know the type, the ones that have lots of pockets and may have that clever unzip to shorts feature. Functional? Sure. Attractive? Not so much. And unless you're hiking in the wilderness, you might as well go with something a little more attractive.
Image: austin.
I'll be the last person to deny that I'm a bag nerd; messenger bags, backpacks, you name it, I've got a soft spot for it. Recently, I found a great man purse carry on bag in the Ben Sherman Canvas Commuter
Image: rchach.
Why is it that when we shop for travel gear we feel like we have to sacrifice style for the sake of comfort? Chances are that you don't do that in your everyday life. So when I was asked the question recently, "What shoes can I take with me to Italy in March, that are good for walking, but don't, you know, look like a grandma," I bit. There are lots of great comfortable, casual and stylish shoe options for the traveler.
It's hard to prescribe shoes for someone else. We've all got personal preferences and brands that feel better on our feet. The shoes below are merely a guide for what to look for when choosing a lightweight, comfortable and attractive shoe for travel. Skip the sneakers or those super comfy clunky shoes that everyone tells you are great for travel. Comfort is a great thing, but you can find it without sacrificing your style. Seek out attractive "fashion" sneakers, ballet flats or mary janes.
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