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Strategy
Before I dive into the specifics, I create a color palette: cream, black, denim, with some pops of maroon for this trip
I’m considering the temperatures which will be a high of 66, low of 52.
I’m considering the activities I will be doing: Client strategy work sessions, casual dinners, lunches, touring, airport, formal dinner.
I’m considering the length of the trip: I’ll be gone for 5 days.
Knowing the answers to these items help me create the Master Packing List.
Clothing
For outfits while I’m working with my client, I took inspiration from Like to Know It Style Editor Olivia Miller. She has my complexion and hair. She also has a polished style I admire for the demands of this trip.
Here are some my picks:
Outfit 1:Work Sessions Dayside with Client
For a professional yet comfortable look, I can pair ankle boots, a Ferragamo belt and this Spanx black turtleneck with a leather split skirt.
Outfit 2: For Wine Tasting in Evora
Knee high boots and A sweater set from Pretty Lavish does the trick.
Outfit 3: For Dinner with Client
An alpaca wrap sweater from Everlane paired with a great pair of high waisted pants I found in Sicily by Luisa Spagnoli. I wear a raw silk camisole from another Italian vendor Falconeri underneath. Banana Republic can be great for the basics, including this brown belt for contrast.
Outfit 4: Private Tour of Lisbon with Client
- If I’m touring, I’m comfortable. This furry Mango jacket, paired with a modal turtleneck from the same brand keeps me cozy, paired with a set of leggings from Baleaf (Amazon brand). My Naturalizer boots are a mainstay.
Outfit 5 For touring and lunch
- Mango for the houndstooth jacket.
- The White Company for the sweater
- Abercrombie for the vegan leather pants in maroon
Outfit 6 For the Airport
- Nike kicks
- Zara 3/4 jacket
- Javier Simorra blanket scarf
Outfit 7 Work Session
- Spanx turtleneck
- River Island Jeans
- Houndstooth Jacket from Mango
Outfit 8: Day to Night Dinner with Client
- River Island Denim Blazer
- Baleaf Leggings
- Ferragamo belt
- Naturalizer Boots
Road Testing New Toiletries This Trip
- Cadence Travel Magnetic Capsules for storing moisturizer, serums, body lotion, vitamins.
- They come with extenders for bigger items such as shampoo, conditioner, face wash.
- Dying to try this new hairdryer. My hairdresser swears by it.
- This new makeup brush holder from Amazon. Keeps my brushes germ free.



