It's a part of the circle of life that we don't always want to talk about and therefore packing for a trip to attend a funeral or celebration of life can have added challenges. The emotions of the occasion added to the already felt frustration of "what the heck to wear" can really derail packing to go. So when a dear family friend passed recently I found myself in just this situation. However, my top packing tips definitely saved the day and trip!
My challenge, and likely you have similar challenges, is to plan outfits for the weekend that are both stylish and work with the Louisiana climate, which is somewhat different than November in Tennessee AND to fit said outfits into a reasonable number of suitcases because even though my hubby will take them into hotel for me, extra suitcases are just added burdens to our already burdened hearts! Also keep in mind that sometimes you need to go directly to the visitation upon arrival with no time to change, so plan for that as well!
So, here are my Top Tips to peaceful packing for a funeral.
Choose an Inspiration Piece!
Choose 3 colors based on your Inspiration piece!
Make a list of all activities
Decide on style for each activity. Are activities mainly casual or are some dressy?
Style outfits
Take photos of each outfit and add to an album on your phone and/or write them down next to each activity. PACK that list in your suitcase for quick, easy reference
If space allows throw in an extra white or cream top and a pair of jeans.
ROLL everything! I SWEAR it saves tons of space!
For this weekend I chose cream, turquoise and denim. My Inspiration Piece is a navy, green and teal designed scarf. So here is my tentative packing list:
hunter green coat
navy dress for funeral
green dress for dinner out
navy slacks
gray jeans
turquoise, navy and gray sweaters
navy, green, teal print scarf
navy flat boots for cemetary service
gold ballet flats for dinner out
gray booties
Get the idea? You're welecome! :-)
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