What's in my Suitcase?

It is not unusual for me to over pack and be overweight (I’ve had many overweight charge dilemmas in the past). However I have got better this year due to sorting out the outfits I want to wear in piles before packing them. As I will be going away for 4 days, I will be using my M & S  Holdall for my luggage,because it is lighter than a suitcase meaning I am able to make full use of the 10kg weight limit allowance.

Clothes

White & Mint Playsuits - Playsuits are absolute wardrobe essentials; they're gorgeous, lightweight and easy to dress up or down.

Multicoloured Kimono – Can be used as a beach cover up or light jacket.

Sequined Multicoloured Paisley Maxi Kaftan – Although this is a beach item, I think it is way too pretty to only wear on the beach and would wear this for nice restaurant dinner.

Shorts – These are a must-have holiday essential and can be used both in daytime or night-time. I only own denim shorts so I am taking my high-waisted dark blue shorts and a light wash blue pair to wear for different looks.

Selection of tops – I tend to wear plain coloured tops nowadays as they are easily wearable to match other items but I did pack an Aztec print vest top, yellow cami top, white halter cami, Black Silk halter neck and white crop top. Knowing me I will throw in a few extra before the holiday!

Nautical Striped Maxi Skirt - can be worn in the day or evening and easily worn with a variety of tops.  Black/Green Faux Silk Joggers – These are great comfortable trousers, which can be dressed up or down.

Finally most importantly is underwear whilst on holiday, although I only have 2 pictured, the rest will be packed later on, But I like to take mainly black sets and seamless bottoms. Along with a pair of 10 denier tights & a pair of socks especially for on the way back to UK.

Beachwear

I own about 14 variations of swimwear but I have managed to select just 5 items from my collection. I doubt I will use them all but I prefer to have a fresh bikini / swimsuit everyday as it saves me doing any washing on holiday.

Halterneck Embroided Gem Swimsuit|Multicoloured Diamond Swimsuit|Floral Bird Halterneck bikini|Nautical Striped bikini| Neon block coloured bikini

Bikini waterproof bag – Perfect for storing wet swimwear but could be doubled up as an additional clutch.  Beach towel – I like to use my own towel at the beach as it is the right size and I can distinguish my towel from the rest on the poolside/at the beach.  I also take a big floppy hat to protect my eyes from the Sunrays and prevent heatstroke.

Accessories

Blogger Programme tote bag – Great as a beach bag or if I go exploring on an excursion.

Jewellery – As it can weigh, I will only taking my Gold Body Chain which is great worn with swimwear, my pink robed and gold necklace and my Blue statement necklace.

Limited Edition Primark Gold Clutch – Black is a neutral colour so it will match any outfit plus the gold hardware makes it look expensive. Black faux croc & leopard pony waist belts – Again black belt will match any outfit but the leopard belt will instantly update an outfit to look fierce.

Shoes

Nude Patent Pointed Heels – I always struggle when picking out the perfect heels for holiday as it is no point packing a lot as you never wear them all, so I am taking my Nude pair as they are smart,  dressy and a neutral colour. Black Jelly Heart Flip Flops – They’re great for the beach especially when you are required to wash off sand because they are waterproof & won’t go mouldy.

 I will also take my Black Faux Snakeskin Pumps which will be worn on the day I fly out as they are comfy and perfect to travelling.

I hope you have enjoyed seeing my full breakdown list of items I will be taking to Ibiza. I will  be doing an Ibiza travel diary after my holiday.

Are you going away for some last minute Sun before Winter arrives?

Peace & Love

Ugos Boutique

While we was at Afro Hair & Beauty Live 2012 on the Jubilee weekend,we were was introduced to a company called 'Ugo Boutique'

www.ugosboutique.com

Ugo boutique is a UK fashion brand, based in London specialising in African inspired accessories.

We had the pleasure of meeting and talking to the beautiful owner/designer of Ugo's Boutique "Ugonna Hosten" who I have to say was so lovely & instantly made us fall in love her creations and the  brand.

According to their website Ugo Boutique describe themselves as an "afro-pop fashion accessories label, presenting you with exceedingly delicious arm candy"

All their products are unique and all handmade . They create oilcloth bags in African fabric, which include trimmed polished leather . Ugonna informed me that the " fabrics are treated in a high gloss finish which make the accessories highly durable and waterproof". This is perfect for someone like ourselves as we happen to go to 02 Wireless music festival in Hyde Park annually and am always on the hunt for the most durable , lightweight and medium sized bag to carry throughout the day.

Ugo Boutique sell a range of accessories which include tote bags, duffle bags, rucksacks, holdalls and clutch purchases, which range from £20 - £150 which I have to say are not priced badly for limited edition products which are an investment as they will last so much longer than your usual high street bags.

Also I nearly forgot to mention that if you you spend over £100 delivery is free and they dispatch your order within 24 hours, which is perfect for any last minute gifts.

Check out their website here. Also like the facebook page  & follow them on twitter click here.

This has  already been added this to the pinterest wish list, by the end of summer we expect to make a purchase. 

Peace , love & Besos