Merry Travels

Merry travels lovebugs! Here is a travel friendly outfit that is perfect for today, tomorrow, or any day spent in a terminal/station/line/you name it.

Jeans (I own this pair and it's my go to)/Sweater/Flats/Weekender/Earrings

Be fabulous today!

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Oh What Fun, It Is To Ride

Happy Monday lovebugs,
If you haven't already left home for home with the fam, you're going to need the perfect travel outfit. Fear not, I've got you covered. Comfort for delays, style for sitting next to that unexpected hunk of man, and layers for the undeniable climate changes inside whatever mode of transportation you will be enjoying.

Weekender Bag/Jeans/Slip on sneakers/Cardigan/Tee/Necklace

Be fabulous today!

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On the Road Again

It's one of the biggest travel weeks of the year and to celebrate, today's post will be the ultimate road trip outfit. The key is comfy, layers, and comfy.

Target, Graphic Sweatshirt, $19

A simple and sweet sweatshirt is perfect for comfort and style.

Forever 21, Fresh Plaid Shirt, $19

Its all about the layers in the car because you know dad is going to be blasting the A/C.

Gap, 1969 legging jean, $69

Is it a legging? But it looks like a jean! I know, and they're perfect.

J Crew, Piped Suede Ballet Flat, $69

A simple ballet flat is perfect for the road and these suede beauties come in a variety of colors, all on sale.

Asos, Pieces Frigga Leopard Print Weekend Bag, $81

And last but not least a 'throw it all in, yes even that bottle of wine' bag.

In the past we've covered airport travel outfits, but for me a car is a more comfortable ride with good music, good conversation, and more friends and family to greet you at the end of the trip.

Be fabulous today!

All In: Turkey Day Travel

Alright, it's the first Monday of the month, this means its all in. The whole outfit, under $100. Today we're featuring the best looking way to travel. A little rocker but you can mix up the accessories even go with long pearls! The coated jeans are going to be comfy and chic.

Pants/Sweater/Shirt/Booties/Necklace

Be fabulous today!

This Bag Was Made for Travelin'

Happy back from long weekend! Nothing like a good short week, am I right? I've been traveling the last two weekends and my go to bag pulls double duty. It's a flat oversized clutch. I love it because I can store my essentials in it and throw it in my larger purse, but I can also use it for a night out when I'm traveling. The key is the zipper top for easy access.

Banana Republic, Croc Embossed Oversized Clutch, $75

See what I mean? throw your magic waller, keys, phone and tickets in for travel and then use it later for dinner.

The Limited, Colorblock Oversized Clutch, $49

A great tassel detail makes this lush clutch look even richer but you'd never know from the price.

French Connection, Oversized Clutch, $68

Something a little more edgy.

Asos, Flip Side Two Tone Suede Clutch, $84

And now some soft suede. Perfect for stow and go or a night out.

I like to try to travel light. Please note the word try. One way to cut down on items that are bulky like a bag, is to try this oversized clutch option. Do double duty!

Be fabulous today!

Traveling for Turkey

Are you going to be boarding a plane, train, or bus to get where you need to go for this week's holiday? I will be flying up to Buffalo to see my relatives and I'm absolutely going to dress comfortably but I will not look like I just rolled out of bed. You know who I'm talking about, those women in their uggs and velour jumpsuits. Not cool, ladies, not cool.

Here are some of my must haves for traveling and looking stylish.

Talbots, Tweed no close cardi, $63

I love an open cardi for travel, easy to throw on and if you get something like a tweed or graphic pattern, you're instantly put together.

Loft, Curvy Straight leg in perfectly worn wash, $59

I love these jeans. They're comfortable, worn in and easy to wear slouchy boots or flats.

Old Navy, Sequined Ballet Flats, $19

These are perfect to slip on and off through airport security and the price is right too.

Anthrpologie, Caraz Striped Scarf, $68

A must have for travel. A scarf that you snuggle into in case the AC is on full blast.

Will you be traveling tomorrow or Thursday? Safe trip or enjoy being at home!

Be fabulous today!

Guest Post: Travel Needs

Hey lovebugs! Taking a quick vacation (ha!) from color combo week for a fabulous guest post that I couldn't wait to put up! Check back tomorrow for the last of the color combos!

Hi everyone! I'm thrilled to be guest posting today on TCB! I've been a longtime reader of Kelsey's blog. I read her blog weekly for inspiration and styling tips. To start you off, when I travel my favorite thing is to be as comfortable as possible, but looking effortlessly chic. I got the inspiration for this travel wardrobe from fashion blogger, Liz of the fashion blog, Late Afternoon. Her look is what I envisioned for a summer trip with a few essentials of my own listed below. Read on!

Striped top - $97 - shopambience.com

A flattering shape with a nautical feel. Wear it again with skinny jeans and black high heels.

TopShop ankle length skirt - $70 - topshop.com

Wear this eye-catching long maxi skirt to stand out from the airport crowd!

Bold Fashioned Journal - $27 - modcloth.com

A journal to record your trip's precious memories.

Steve Madden gold glitter flat - $61 - gravitypope.com

Ms. Bri over at Design Love Fest inspired me to add these sparkly flats to the look. Check out how she wore them here.

Diane von Furstenberg travel bag - $120 - couture.zappos.com

This stylish case (yes...I know this goodie is over $100) expands allowing extra packing space for those last-minute must-have items or special travel souvenirs.

Aldo bag - $60 - aldoshoes.com

This messenger bag is perfect to carry your ipad, kindle, laptop and all your other gadgets in.

Passport wallet - $48 - lodis.com

A chic passport wallet keeps all your travel documents in one place - with space for your boarding pass, passport, ID and credit cards.

Nine West resin watch - $59 - ninewest.com

A standout bangle watch with soft gold tones.

Carolee pearl jewelry - $56 - houseoffraser.co.uk

This necklace and the watch above give feminine touches to this look.

How to Pack for Thanksgiving Travel

As we all travel to our family and friends homes this Thanksgiving, most of us will be doing over-nighters which means packing.  Generally this is a 3 or 4 night trip so nothing epic, but still you don't want to use your giant tote bag either.

Today we will talk about fabulous suitcases fit for flying, busing, driving, or however else you may be getting to your destination.  Tomorrow I will feature what to wear to Thanksgiving dinner....think elastic!

Vera Bradley, Large Duffel in Hope Garden, $60

Some people have a severe aversion to Vera but love her or hate her this duffel is the BEST carry on in the world because you can shove it under your seat on the plane if the overhead storage runs out.  And let me tell you from experience, it's ultra-durable!

Rockland, Giraffe Pink, $29

Feeling sassy? Try this rolling duffle bag!

Lesportsac, Medium Weekender in Twinkle, $73

SO many pattern options to choose from, this bag will never be mistaken for someone else's!

Overstock, International Traveler Shiny Dot, $79.99 

If you REALLY need a roller bag I just love this one.  The handle is curved too so its easier to maneuver.