34 Charlie Style

Below is a post from one of my favorite blogs {this is glamorous}! Sarah has just joined their team and will be posting on all things travel. For years I have used a checklist when packing because, as many of you know, it can be a nightmare to be somewhere fabulous and then realize you forgot something "essential"... your "essential" could be the right bikini or something (truly) essential like identification or medicine!

I have several different list dependant on the destination: beach, skiing, business conference and, of course my favorite list is called, "Dogs are Coming!"

Below is Sarah's post.

A wonderful trip must always begin with preparation and organization. Proper organization defeats any what-ifs and mishaps and can save you from little disasters that may unexpectedly occur.

Now, this certainly does not entail bringing one’s entire home within a suitcase or two, but it does make use of the essentials, as well as many additional small items that can come in handy at the most crucial moment.

Over the years, I have received advice from a lovely neighbour, who often travels the world, speaking at conferences as well as vacationing. Along with some of the wonderful tips she has shared, combined with a few other things learned along the way, I hope to assist you in planning for your next journey.

To be certain that everything is covered, one must make use of a comprehensive list. Attached, you will find a lovely list that I’ve assembled, suitable for all seasons of the year. Please download and print as many as you need, check the boxes and add any additional information that you like . . .

Some additional helpful packing & preparation tips:

01 Keep a copy of your list. There is always the chance that your baggage might be misplaced, and so, with your list, you have evidence of exactly what your luggage contained.

02 Keep in mind that only 100ml of liquid per container is acceptable on a plane. Often your local drug store will carry small, fillable containers that are the perfect size.

03 Download helpful apps ahead of time to assist you in your travels, such as maps, destination information, weather and even common phrases for that specific country (rather than packing physical maps, books and such).

04 Be sure to look into the country of your destination – will you need to pack an adaptor?

05 There are some wonderful tutorials on how to best fold your clothing, including full skirts, for travel.

06 Always keep a little sachet or two of your favorite scent within your luggage. Upon arriving to your
accommodations, you can also refresh your footwear by placing one or two within your shoes.

07 Add a special marker to your luggage so that you might distinguish yours quickly amongst the rest upon picking it up at the airport. I often tie a favorite ribbon of the moment to mine.

08 If you are flying, be sure to visit the airline’s website /airport for specific information on luggage weight limits, size and more.

~ sarah

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the “perfectly packed” list was developed & designed by sarah klassen for {this is glamorous} -- please click here to download

It's been TOO long...

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All I can say is...

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It has been two weeks since my last post and what a crazy time it has been! Before starting {34 Charlie Style} I was in Restaurant Marketing and Event Planning. Whenever I would tell people what I did I could almost see the image in their mind...

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Which could not be further from the truth! There were some days that I got to wear a gorgeous dress and go to a party but they felt more like this.

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For the most part it was just this...

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and alot of stress!

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BUT, it seems that I can't get away from it. I have been asked to get back into restaurant marketing by a former (great) boss and so I started a new company in the last two weeks called (drumroll)...

I have also designed two websites:

www.mcknightgrazianodesigns.com (obvious, huh?)

and

www.arcadiarichmond.com (please sign up to receive an invite to the grand opening!)

Check em out! I would love your feedback.

This doesn't mean that {34 Charlie Style} will go away, on the contrary! Being back in the marketing game will only make {34 Charlie Style} better. There are many new items coming available in the next few days. And a new eBay store opening this month as well!

Happy Fall!

xo
Michele

Peacock Blue Cropped Sweater {Going Antiquing}

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Sweater Available on eBay

They say to wear layers when you go antiquing! My perfect day of antiquing would be a picnic lunch in the back of this truck with T.

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After which, we would fill the back of the truck with these doors...

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this mirror...

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and a chandelier and farm table like these...

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Is that so much for a girl to ask for?

xo
Michele

Amor Psyche sparkle tank top
€149 - jades24.com

Seven For All Mankind straight jeans
£235 - harveynichols.com

Belstaff low heels
$550 - net-a-porter.com

MICHAEL Michael Kors michael kors handbag
$512 - my-wardrobe.com

DKNY grain belt
£65 - houseoffraser.co.uk

Fat Face paisley shawl
£10 - fatface.com

Pink Paisley Sequin Skirt {Tea Party}

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Skirt available at eBay

Wouldn't it be fun to go to a tea party?

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Donna Karan dolman top
$885 - stylebop.com

Giuseppe Zanotti slip on shoes
$299 - theoutnet.com

Handbag
forevernew.com.au

Miss Selfridge filigree jewelry
£7.50 - missselfridge.com

Marco Bicego 18k jewelry
$2,550 - nordstrom.com

Hot Pink Striped Sweater {Casual Saturday}

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sweater available at eBay (click here)

Pink is always the right choice!

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I could on forever...

xo
Michele

Oasis cropped jacket
$35 - oasis-stores.com

Citizens of Humanity low rise bootcut jeans
€269 - unger-fashion.com

Pied a Terre leather shoes
£60 - houseoffraser.co.uk

H M canvas weekender bag
£30 - hm.com

Shashi gold plated jewelry
$28 - ylang23.com

Jane Hollinger dot jewelry
$465 - ylang23.com

Ray-Ban metal shades
$159 - mytheresa.com

Leather belt
$56 - topshop.com

NYFW : Oscar de la Renta Spring 2012

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Those of you who know me well, know that I would go to the grocery store in a ball skirt and t-shirt... if I could get away with it! Lace, Feathers, Sequins..OH MY!

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Paisley Skirt {Boot Season #2}

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Skirt available on eBay

I would wear this outfit here...

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here...

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here...

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and when I am visiting here...

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Wear would you wear this outfit?

xo
Michele

Rick Owens cashmere turtleneck sweater
$1,170 - net-a-porter.com

Mulberry tall boots
$900 - my-wardrobe.com

A L L leather shoulder bag
£505 - glassworks-studios.com

Crystal earrings
$29 - fantasyjewelrybox.com

House of Harlow 1960 leather cuff bracelet
$123 - asos.com

Belt
$60 - cynthiarowley.com

Pink Wrap Sweater {Casual Saturday}

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Wrap available at eBay

The perfect look for my dream (early Fall) Saturday. Some flowers from the Farmer's Market, a little antiquing, and then coffee with a friend. How great is the little ice cream cone set in the handle of the coffee mug? What is your perfect Saturday?

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Aubin Wills striped top
$70 - net-a-porter.com

Citizens of humanity jeans
€269 - unger-fashion.com

K. Jacques summer flat sandals
$215 - editnewyork.com

Lanvin jacquard handbag
$1,995 - cultstatus.com.au

Gorjana jewelry
€45 - styleserver.de

Minor Obsessions gold jewelry
$160 - barneys.com

Ray-Ban see through shades
$159 - mytheresa.com

Bombshell Dress {Date Night}

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Dress available at eBay

No matter where your date takes you, this dress will be perfect!

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3.1 Phillip Lim t strap sandals
$446 - my-wardrobe.com

Avance clutch hand bag
$63 - endless.com

South sea pearl jewelry
$3,520 - tiffany.com

Oasis bracelet
£14 - oasis-stores.com

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Baby Blue Cable Knit Sweater {Afternoon Drive Through the Countryside}

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Sweater available at eBay

So here is what you will need...

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Cropped jacket
$500 - witchery.com.au

Seven For All Mankind crystal jeans
£235 - harveynichols.com

Kg bootie shoes
£140 - houseoffraser.co.uk

Alexander Wang tote hand bag
$975 - aloharag.com

Scarve
$312 - farfetch.com

Metal sunglasses
$32 - topshop.com

The winner of the Michael Kors Handbag is...

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Now before I reveal the winner, I have to ask you to sign up to follow my blog (right there at the top of the right hand column). I know, shameless self promotion, but what is a girl to do! And, more importantly, I have been collecting party dresses...sequins, beads, shimmer, velvet, the whole sha-bang...all year long and will be selling a holiday collection on the blog. I also will be having a few "Blog Exclusive Flash Sales" between now and the end of the year. I wouldn't want you to miss a thing!

Now I tried to think of how I would pick the winner. I tracked every entry on a spreadsheet so I decided to have some fun and put my "assistants" to work.

I asked Josie, she refused. I secretly think she wants the bag for herself!

Then I thought about Piper, but she is the baby and just too goofy for a job this serious.

So it was up to Isabelle! I decided to fill a bowl with paper entries. If you referred five people and "liked" six posts you would have 11 paper entries in the bowl. I also "pretended" to put a dog treat at the bottom of the bowl. Then, I put some peanut butter on Isabelle's nose and figured that the first piece of paper that stuck to her nose was the winner. I know what you are thinking, "Wow, that is incredibly scientific! Do you have an advanced degree in Physics or something?" The answer is, "No, I am just silly."

Once the peanut butter was placed on her nose, things moved fast and I did my best to get photos...

And the winner is Allison Myers!!! {cheers, applause, dancing in the streets!}

Allison had, by far, the most entries...over 100! She referred the most people to the Facebook page, signed up to follow the blog and commented on the most posts (on both Facebook and the Blog). I can't thank you enough, Allison!

I appreciate and thank you all so much for every single entry and all your support!

The next give away will be a trip to Paris! JUST KIDDING ( but I do have something good brewing)!

Thank you all so much!

Michele