Travel Clothes

When not to pack something

a white sweater on a swinger

While packing for a business trip one of the first things I ask is, is it worth it? There are plenty of items I would love to take on trips, but end up getting crossed off the list because it’s not worth the effort involved to bring it along.  Certain clothes are usually the first…

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Fall trends to add to your business travel wardrobe

a collage of different types of clothes

Keeping up with each season’s changing trends can be hard, not to mention time consuming and expensive. The fashion world seems so out there, but most of us have to dress for the real world. This goes double for work—your job is not necessarily the best place to go crazy on the latest styles. That…

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Jockey Skimmies review

a woman wearing grey shorts

I have long been a proponent of wearing shorts under skirts and dresses on travel days. It makes so much sense, alleviating concerns about getting close and personal with the TSA, sudden gusts of wind, and accidentally flashing someone when putting your bag in the overhead bin. For years I just used a pair of…

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My summer go-to business travel outfit

a group of women's clothes

I am in the middle of a frenetic travel period. I’ve been traveling every week for two months, and I’ve got one more month before I get a breather. At this point I’m so burnt out from the constant time on the road I don’t even care about what to wear. This makes it hard…

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Wardrobe Wedneday: Cardigans

a yellow and white polka dot sweater

Each week Road Warriorette features a clothing item that is great for travel. Do you have a favorite? Send it to RoadWarriorette @ gmail.com. A few wardrobe pieces are critical to a business travel wardrobe. One of the most important is the cardigan. It’s a finisher, making an outfit look more put together. It’s a…

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Review: Dresses by Dobbin Clothing

a woman in a green dress

I have been an admirer of Dobbin Clothing since I first heard of them earlier this year. Their story is compelling—two fashion industry marketing and design professionals who came together to create their ideal line of women’s clothes. They make all of their garments in New York City, a rarity for clothing manufacturers these days,…

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One dress, two ways—change your look with accessories

a white sign with black text

Packing for a business trip can be overwhelming. Making sure you have everything you need for several days of outfits and beauty can be daunting! Not mention having to fit everything in your carry-on. At least it’s easier in the summer than winter since clothes and shoes are much lighter. One of the core rules…

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Wardrobe Wednesday: Jersey dresses

a woman in a dress

Each week Road Warriorette features a clothing item that is great for travel. Do you have a favorite? Send it to RoadWarriorette @ gmail.com. Dresses are great for travel year around, and especially in the summer. Rather than worrying about adding layers (and therefore heat!), the ideal dress will stand on its own. Just add…

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How to Pack for a Summer Conference

a group of women's clothes

Last week I attended my first conference of the season. For some reason, figuring out what to pack for these three and four day events causes me headaches for the weeks leading up. Sometimes it’s hard to know the level of formality until you get there, and events are often added at the last minute.…

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