What I'm Packing for Tulum

You guys I'm actually leaving for Tulum tomorrow evening! Someone pinch me! It's been on my bucklist for at least a year now. Not only do I get to experience Tulum with my fiance, but with close friends for a friend's wedding. While I certainly plan to celebrate their special day, I have every intention of soaking up the chill beach vibes. Oh, and eating! Just as my previous trip to Costa Rica two years ago, I'm planning to fit it all in my carry-on. It's mainly me always feeling better having my suitcase exactly where I know it is. Taken my experience from packing for Costa Rica, I figured it would be fun to share a few things that instantly made the top of my packing list for you.

Travel Bag
This travel bag has been loved for years now! It goes way back to my days working at Sole Society that I discovered it (and really all their weekenders). It's one of those bags that looks more expensive, but a complete steal that holds up. It actually does more traveling than me! I'm always letting my sister borrow it for her trips. It's a sturdy faux leather that's not only going to fit tons, but your other half won't mind holding because it's gender neutral.

Straw Hat
I'm all about protecting myself from the sun, but this is one of those hats that looks good year after year. It can go from the beach to a sea side lunch.

Black Jumpsuit
If you're looking for something versatile, this is it! I'm still debating if I should make this my travel outfit because it's SO comfy and has pockets. I do know that it's probably going to be worn several times on my trip. It can go from lunch to dinner real quick with a change of shoes and earrings.

Espadrilles
Well I can't go anywhere without my signature shoes! This is my second pair of these espadrilles and they are the best! From traveling to walking around, these are comfy and work with just about everything!

Wrap Dress
Initially, this was going to be my outfit to the wedding. I totally think it makes a great wedding dress, but it turns out it's more formal. It still works for the welcome dinner or eating at a nice restaurant. Heck, I might even make it a cover up.

Sunscreen
This is my everyday face moisturizer with SPF. It has clean ingredients and love that it doesn't leave my skin with a white film.

Black One-Piece
This came along to Costa Rica and taking it again. I feel like you can never go wrong with a good black bathing suit. It's just like an LBD just for the beach.

Tan Sandals
While I don't want to bring too many shoes, I needed something that was a little nicer than my espadrilles and beach appropriate. These flat sandals had great reviews and will work with a dress or shorts.

Tassel Earrings
My new go-to earrings that add some color to my outfits! The best part is that they are very light! They come in several other colors in case you're not into mustard.

Straw Purse
I'm pretty sure you've seen these straw circle purses evvvrywhere! And not that I need another circle bag, I just couldn't resist the price point. I'm all about taking just one purse to go with all my looks, so this is it! Well just maybe not the wedding.

Is anyone headed to a beach vacation soon? Hope this list helps you!

Travel Tips I Wish I Knew

There's so much excited after you click that confirm button and next thing you know you have tickets booked. Sure booking a hotel, figuring out where you want to go, and getting around are obvious. It's those little things that really go unnoticed that can make such a b i g difference. Let's just say this less than seasoned traveler learned a thing or two the hard way after my trip to Costa Rica. Hopefully, this saves you some of the lessons I learned.

1. Carry on luggage weight limits: Oh, yesss! If you are doing an international flight, double check that they don't have any weight limits for your carry on. I suffer from serious separation anxiety when it comes to my luggage. My solution was to only pack a carry on so I wouldn't have to check anything in. You take that airlines, I'm going to outsmart you.  I was then told at the airport to weight it and guess what it's over the limit by 6 whole pounds. Know the limits and save yourself any surprises and save your valuables (even if it's just all your new shoes).  

2. Get on that probiotic: Listen, my stomach is a champ at excessive food consumption. I'm talking eat a whole pizza and later has room for ice cream. But without getting too TMI let's just say you don't know how your stomach responds to foreign food. I had a lot of stomach problems my entire trip. Once I came home, I took a probiotic and it was like m a g i c! Take a probiotic before you leave and bring some just in case.

3. Bring more than one credit card: I'm going to take it you know to call your bank and credit cards to let them know about your trip, so no need to mention that. But you want to make sure you have more than one credit card. While all my cards worked, the boyfriend had issues at some places with his card. Luckily I like him a lot and could back him up. But it's possible that the card you are relying on might not work. Don't put yourself in that situation if you don't have to. 

4. Turn your data off: This applies to those traveling internationally and you don't add an international plan to your cell phone. I really think you don't need to when you have wifi now. Thankfully, I was saved early on about this! But make sure you turn off your cellular data so you don't come back to a huge roaming bill. 

5. Plastic bags: Bring them! This is a more the merrier deal. We didn't realize how much dirty clothes we would have and were scrambling for plastic bags. Maybe this is more significant for those going to beach destinations or anywhere you might be getting wet, but we didn't always have time to let our swimsuits and clothes dry because we were on to the next place. Case in point you don't want to put damp, wet items with the rest of your dirty things.

Hope these tips help! If you have any questions about international travel or Costa Rica, let me know!

Travel Style + Linkup

floral top // skinny jeans // soludos slippers // straw hat (similar here and here) // cassidy weekender bag // aviators

Happy last day of March! We're in Costa Rica! Boyfriend and I took a red eye this morning and will be spending the next 5 days hanging out with our Costa Rican friends. I've mentioned I've been here before years ago, but boyfriend hasn't. But the best part is we get to see everything from a locals perspective. Today, we'll be in the city and heading to the beach tomorrow. Anyway, I'm hoping with wifi that I can Snapchat and Instagram everrrrything. Okay, not everything, but a lot. You can follow along (user name AdriLately) 

And I need to give these Soludos' slippers the highlight they deserve. It's my first pair and not my last. They did need a little breaking in, but they are comfy. But the best part is I've spilled water and coffee on them and you can't tell! So even if you aren't traveling, they are amazing!

Now, it's time to flashback to last year's look. While I have been feeling more neutrals, I still have and wear this top. I love the boxy shape! These Gap boyfriend jeans are those perfect pants the days you don't want to wear pants, but well have to. 

Thank you for joining last week! Jessica and I love having each and everyone of you!

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Flashback Fashion Friday's Linkup #21

oxblood faux leather jacket // tshirt // grey jeans // tassel flats (sold out, love these) // tassel weekender bag

You can say this is a continuation from yesterday's post about travel bags. Today I'm sharing my easy recipe for a travel outfit. Many many moons ago the bf and I were long distance and that meant lots of plane rides for years, which lead me to figure out what makes for a great travel outfit that's still stylish. You don't want to fuss with your outfit, but you certainly want to make it through TSA easy pesy. Oh and you need to factor in cold plane rides and looking nice when you land off that plane (hello, girls gotta eat asap). 

Travel outfit recipe=neutral jacket that goes with tons you packed + simple cozy top + favorite jeans + slip on shoes. 

But seriously cannot stress that jacket and slip on shoes and keeping it simple. No jewelry or anything that sets off security. You'll thank yourself later. I normally would keep my jacket in my weekender before going through TSA just to speed up the process and prevent forgetting anything at security. You guys no joke, but I've left my laptop at TSA and flew home before realizing it. #heartattack I got it back, but the point is try to keep everything together in your bag.

Now, don't think I forgot about our flashback! This top is one that I love! The faux leather mixed with the print really just takes it to a new level! You can see the full look here.

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My Favorite Travel Bags Under $100

It's crazy to think the holiday season is right around the corner and with that means lots of traveling ahead for some of us. I've been gearing up for a couple of shorter trips and prefer taking a carry on rather than checking in. I'm one of those paranoid people who get's separation anxiety with my suitcase. And there's nothing like traveling with the worst bag and suitcase. So I got you covered with some really affordable options that aren't bad on the eyes! I just picked up this large tassel weekender and love the subtle shimmer it has. Oh, and it's SO roomy and under $100! Last year, I picked up this oxblood weekender and is still available in so many colors too. My favorite part is the zippered compartment to keep shoes organized. Anyway, here are my favorite travel bags under $100: