What I packed for a long haul trip
2 weeks, 2 suitcases, 2 countries, 2 climates, 4 cities.
It's been a minute since I posted anything here, but I was focused on enjoying the present moment in Asia. It was my first time visiting Japan followed by Vietnam, and I wanted to be fully in the moment. I think when you're traveling somewhere new, somewhere far, or somewhere for an extended stay, packing can either be super fun or totally dreadful. Thankfully I enjoy packing, so I wanted to share some of the outfits I brought for my trip to Asia.
Tokyo Looks
Easy city day look, blazer adds the perfect layer in case it got windy but we were so lucky with the weather. I adore these cargo pants from Frame, I think they are so fun and make every outfit go from simple to cool.
I bought my navy trench coat last fall in Paris and I did not expect to wear it as much as I have. Mine is thrifted and I purchased it at the Bon Marche vintage curated section (not sure if it still exists), but I linked something similar from Theory. I’ve been loving the color navy, it adds depth to your outfit and makes it a bit more interesting than an all black look.
I found my jacket in a vintage store in Brera when I was in Milan, and I love the embellished details on it, makes it so delicate yet unique. I found something similar - ish on Etsy that I linked. PS. whoever has been thinking about the Alaia Teckel bag, it’s so good and fits everything! Been wearing it non stop.
I love an easy look, and for this Omakase night I wore my favourite satin pants from Almada Label and paired it with Nanushka Satin Blouse (I linked something similar since this top is sold out). The long pear necklace looked perfect with my Chanel pearl heels (from previous seasons, you can find them on Vestiare). Over all, this is such a comfortable look feels like you are in your favourite silk pjs except you’re out at dinner.
A very oversized, comfortable day look. I paired my favourite Intimissimi top with these Chanel boyfriend jeans (can find on Vestiare, Real Real etc), and then threw on my friend’s flannel shirt when I was feeling chilly.
Kyoto was cold, I did not expect to freeze there and I was under packed with warm clothes, therefore I did not really document anything that I wore there. This jacket though from Mango I love it, such a fun way to dress up any plain outfit.
Vietnam Looks
This is a Hunza G skirt but I wore it as a tube top, and paired it with Zara Home linen pants which for Ho Chi Minh’s hot, humid climate is perfect. I stand by these Aeyde sandals, the most comfortable tie up shoe I’ve come across.
I bought my fringe dress a few years ago from & Other Stories and it’s one of my most worn ‘resort’ dresses. It’s fun and easy perfect night out dress. I found a similar by Khaite and bonus points, its on sale.
My friend Vincent is launching a resort wear brand (Follow it here ) and we were wearing his samples to try out the fits. Very comfortable leisure wear that I paired with these Alaia mesh flats and Alaia tube bag.
This is another sample piece from Vihn Le that we wore out and about. The pieces are truly so comfortable and easy to wear, its the perfect summer staple.
Humid city weather is tough because no matter what you wear it feels hot and sticky out. I tried to keep it very simple with a linen outfit: these Bermuda shorts from COS are my most worn summer staple piece. I paired it with an old Zara sheer shirt but I linked something very similar from Figaret.
Always the chicest no matter the weather
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