A WEEKEND GETAWAY

Pack Your Bag With These Musts

By Gerrie Summers

Ready for the spring getaway? Here are some must-have essentials to toss into your bag—and will take you from day to night.

 

CINDY KAREN
Cape Town

These on-the-go basics are not only comfortable with a relaxed fit, but can be dressed up or down. The pants are perfect for business events and dinner, worn with heels, or for a more casual look with flats. Another plus: they are wrinkle-proof, so they also pack well. The Cape Town slacks are available in several colors. Info: cindykaren.com.

 

ARCOPEDICO
Vegas

If you want a shoe that is comfortable for day and still looks nice for the evening, Arcopedico’s Vegas shoe is perfect to take for your getaway. It’s easy to slip on, with a very comfy fit, almost like your feet are resting on a cushion. The dual-arch support system promotes a more even distribution of weight over the entire plantar surface. Info: arcopedicousa.com.

 

ONZIE
Tica Romper

This romper is pretty handy on the road. Not only does it pack well, but it can be worn several ways—for just lounging around, for yoga class and even as an outfit for lunch or dinner. It has a V-neck front, with high slits on either side (sexy, and also makes doing Warrior pose with ease). Info: onzie.com, yogaoutlet.com.

 

LUCY PARIS
Ayla Wrap Dress

Lucy Paris fashions reflects the city girl lifestyle, blending “Parisian elegance, with a New York state of mind and California cool.” The line is inspired by cosmopolitan cities Paris, New York City and Los Angeles and are for the ladies who brunch, enjoy happy hour, dinner parties, and jet-setting. Who wouldn’t like a wrap dress for a springtime stroll in Paris? Info: lucyparis.com.

 

PHILIP STEIN
Sleep Bracelet Nano

Do long flights, endless trains rides, even hotel rooms make it difficult to fall asleep? Perhaps this innovative bracelet can help. The electrical activity in our brain and nervous system produces a bio-magnetic field around our bodies and this field interacts with other magnetic fields, both natural and man-made (like Smartphones and TVs). Some of these fields can have negative effects. The Philip Stein Sleep Bracelet Nano uses a Natural Frequency Technology that resonates with the body to help restore its ability to have deep, restful uninterrupted sleep. The effects seem to depend on the individual and the company suggests wearing it for a full 30 days to start seeing results (although some see results the first week). Don’t worry. There’s a 60-day money back guarantee and two year warranty. Info: sleepbracelet.com.

 

ANTHROPOLOGIE
Antonia Wrap Bracelet

Add a bold statement to just about any fashion with this wraparound bangle. Beautiful rows of colorful beads catch the light and a dose of glamour, too. Designed with moonstone, garnet, pink tourmaline, or tiger’s eye and available in a variety of colors including cream, medium pink (shown), wine, green. Info: anthropologie.com.