It’s the one vacation you have been looking forward to since the day you said, “Yes!” After hours of research, planning, budgeting and coordinating, you want this holiday to be the one to beat for years to come. Whether you’ve known your partner for years or just a short duration, a lot rides on the honeymoon - expectations are skyrocketing, tensions are high, you probably have been daydreaming about your time together at exotic locations. But in the end, after all that wedding frenzy all you want to do is sit back, relax and spend some downtime with each other.
Whether you’re headed to an island or the mountains, you need to hope for the best and pack for the worst. So what do you pack to make the special trip extra special?
A Little Trinket Box
Keep your wedding ring and delicate jewellery all in one tiny box that you can then keep in the hotel room safe. It is great for trips, big and small, and is compact enough to fit in your handbag or luggage.
Hydrating and Moisturising Essentials
Your skin can take quite a beating on holiday. Whether you're headed to the beach or just a day out in the city, incorporating a daily dose of SPF in your makeup routine is imperative to your skin's health. Keep it fresh and moisturised – think sunscreen, lip balm, hand cream, face mist, body lotion.
The Trusted Tote
Show off that new status with an embroidered, star or a classic tote: the perfect size for those essentials.
Emergency Breakout fix
If you are prone to acne, pores or blemishes, make sure to pack your breakout fix kit. A travel-size face scrub, face serum, the tropical acne gel you trust so much.
An Instant Camera
Nothing says nostalgia than an old-school Polaroid. Switch your mobile to aeroplane mode, leave it in the room, and pack an instant camera instead.
A Crisp Buttoned-Down Shirt
Never underestimate the power of a well-fitted shirt – you can style it on skirts, denims, even wear it over your swimsuit
A White Sundress
Outfits that are stylish, comfortable to wear, and easily dressed up and down, are a fashion girl's best friend on a holiday. Invest in a flowy, strappy white sundress that you can wear to almost anything.
Classic White Swimsuit
A comfortable white bikini or a one-piece swimsuit is chic and keeps the bridal glow alive. Style it with boho or linen shorts and you are ready for a day pout at the beach.
Cute PJs
You deserve to look cute in the confines of your hotel room as well. Printed-cotton singlets, shorts and trousers are at the top of our wish list. Perfect for lazy hotel lie-ins.
Statement Accessories
If you’re ever going to be inclined to indulge in bold and fun accessories, your honeymoon is surely that moment - bow headbands, scarf hair ties, statement earrings, stackable chains and rings, crystal-embellished slides.
The Bucket Hat
We’ve all tried it on once at the store but never bought it. Now is your chance to grab one and you have a good excuse too – save yourself from squinting in the sun and protect your skin from harsh rays. Just throw them in a bag and pull out to jazz up any outfit.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
As much as brides love their strappy heels and stilettos, taking long walks on the beach with your significant other cannot be a breeze while wearing them. Carry soft sole flats, strappy embellished sandals or sneakers that look cute with any outfit.