How to Pack Your Carry-On Like an Expert!


Updated 04/16/12 7:10 AM · Posted by · 7 comments

How to Pack a Carry-On Suitcase

Whether you're packing light for the tropics, or layering up for the slopes, we're going to show you how to pack everything you need into one carry-on suitcase! Style expert and packing pro Ricci DeMartino teaches us how to save space in our suitcase, keep our delicates wrinkle-free, and fit those last-minute items in. Watch here to see Ricci's packing tricks! Read more

10 Spring Break Fixes For Packing Light


Updated 03/21/11 6:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Pack For Spring Vacation

If you're headed out for a few relaxing days to someplace nice, it's a big relief to be able to ditch your checked bag and just tote a carry on. But If you're also going out at night and need to look nice, it's hard not to get weighed down by makeup, hair stuff, and skin care. With just a few multitasking products, though, you can keep things easy, straightforward, and light. And of the beauty Read more

Packing Light: 21 Days of Resolutions


Updated 02/02/11 4:25 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Lucky Magazine Gives Us Tips on Packing Light

We're thrilled to present our favorite Lucky story here on Fab! Today is my last day of making new resolutions, but (fingers crossed!) not of keeping them! Have you been keeping your promises of self-improvement in 2011? Let me know and I'll be sure to keep you posted on my own progress! Thanks for reading and good luck! Day 21 Packing for any type of trip — regardless of length — has always Read more

Pack Smart: Don't Visit Grandma's House Without These Items


Updated 07/13/11 9:03 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Travel Necessities With Baby

A trip to grandma's house can be a welcome break for parents who are happy to have an extra set of hands care for their tot. But grandparents' homes aren't always set up for lil ones, so mama has to pack a few things to make the visit run smoothly. While filling the suitcase with baby's best outfits, throw in a few of these items to ensure an incident-free visit. Read more

Fit Tip: Pack a Cap


Updated 08/10/10 8:05 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Pack a Swim Cap and Goggles When You Travel

Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, sticking to your fitness routine on the road can be a challenge. I like to mix up my routine while traveling by renting a bike or taking a walking tour. You can also pack your workout clothes and equipment to hit the hotel gym or go for a run. However, if you're trying to pack light, your best bet may be a swim cap and goggles. Long ago, I vowed Read more

Open House: What Motivates You?


Updated 06/28/10 10:58 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 4 comments

Motivators For Unpacking Your Home

There are few things I dislike more than moving. Don't get me wrong — I love the opportunity to decorate a new space and experience a new home, but packing, organizing, cleaning, and unpacking are enough to keep me put in my old digs. I'd like to say I'm the kind of person who can't sit still and feels the need to put everything in its place immediately, but unfortunately, I'm not. Instead, my Read more

How-To: Pack Efficiently and Fashionably


Updated 06/22/10 1:43 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 23 comments

How to Pack Efficiently

With honeymoon season in full gear, I thought I'd cover one of the most crucial topics for enjoying your newly married getaway: packing. The task is never fun, but it's especially un-fun when you're in a rush, anxious to get to your vacation spot, and when, God forbid, you have nothing to wear. So, I have a few of my simple tips that will allow you to pack more of your chic ensembles into your Read more

Bring What You Love on Vacation


Updated 06/08/10 10:11 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 2 comments

How to Pick Activities on Vacation

Planning activities on a trip will most likely incorporate some of the things you enjoy back home; foodies find local hotspots, animal lovers look for ways to see nature, and history buffs uncover cultural sights even off the beaten path. As Savvy travelers, it's key to remember that bringing back memories is not limited to material goods. Instead of purchasing jewelry on a recent vacation, my Read more

Do You Agree With This Travel Adage?


Updated 05/21/10 9:56 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 5 comments

When Packing For a Vacation, Take Half as Much Clothing and Twice as Much Money

No matter the destination, prepping for vacation seems to entail the same things — like getting cash and calling credit card companies to packing carefully to make sure I don't forget anything important — but I also invariably recall a particular travel adage, as I get ready to jet: When packing for a vacation, take half as much clothing and twice as much money. Now I don't always heed the Read more