Hey babes, I leave for Denver in like, less than 3 hours! AH I’m so excited to get out of Portland for awhile. I’ve been super stressed out lately and almost cancelled this trip cause I was worried about money (anyone else worry a lot about budget? I’m kind of a nutcase about it lol), but my hubby convinced me to just go because I deserve it, and plus, the trip was already mostly paid for 🙂 Can I just take a moment to swoon and say how amazing he is? Seriously though, he’s the best (OK, now that ya’ll are gagging, let’s get in to my Denver packing list 😉 ).
So since I’m only bringing a backpack with me and NOTHING else, I’ve had to pack pretty strategically for this trip! If you want to see all the details in action instead of reading, here’s my Denver Packing List Vlog!
- 1 pair of jeans – these jeans are from Mother Denim and they are the most expensive but also the most comfortable pair of jeans I own! I bought these at the Adorn West End Grand Opening last week and I really shouldn’t have, but since I lost weight I haven’t bought myself any fitting jeans, so this was a reward for myself. I love the distressed details of these jeans, and the undone hem, plus they are high waisted and fit me like a glove, and the hubs definitely approves 😉
- 1 pair of leggings – I figure these can double as airplane travel wear and sleep wear, that way I don’t have to pack separate pajamas. I went with the mesh cut-out style because athleisure is really trendy right now and it’s one of my favorite styles lately, and if I wanted to wear these out they wouldn’t look like regular old leggings 🙂 (Forever XXI)
- 1 plain white t-shirt from H&M
- 1 black cold shoulder blouse – this can be dressier for the evening (similar here)
- 1 basic tank top – layering and wearing to bed (similar)
- 2 light knit sweaters from Old Navy – I have this sweater in 5 difference colors cause it’s so easy and comfy
- 1 black Nike pullover – super comfortable for wearing on the plane and I can layer it underneath the knit sweater and/or underneath my jacket for extra warmth
- 1 Michael Kors camel coat – even though it is pretty large and bulky, I wanted to bring this as my only jacket because it’s chic and versatile, and I can just use it as a blanket on the airplane instead of trying to pack it down
- 1 big cozy blush scarf – this will help to keep me warm in Denver and I can use it as a pillow on the plane if I want (similar style)
- 1 Little Black Dress from Lulu’s – this LBD is perfect because it is so comfortable and soft, but it is a sweater dress so it’s warm and has some texture. This one is great because I can also wear it under one of the sweaters if I want to dress it down or if it’s really cold 🙂
- 3 pairs of shoes – I’m bringing 3 pairs of shoes to Denver and I’m really nervous about it lol. Shoes are the hardest part for me, what if I bring the wrong ones?! Anywho, I decided on my black and white Nike’s for day time and travel, a pair of nude lace-up flats (day or night) and my black Steve Madden heels (similar here – if I start to run out of room, I’ll ditch the heels lol)
- 3 pairs of Adidas athletic socks
- 6 pairs of underwear
- 2 bras (1 regular, 1 sports bra)
- 1 pair of gloves
- 1 beanie – RepMeddy
That wraps up the clothes, then there’s the beauty products. I’m keeping all of this to a minimum – I actually have sample sizes of face wash and moisturizer, so I’m just bringing a small bag of toiletries. For the makeup, same thing – just the basics (bareMinerals Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream, mineral powder, blush, contour, brow pencil and gel, small eyeshadow palette, eyeliner, and mascara and eyelash curler).
I’m only bringing a few pieces of jewelry (earrings and a choker necklace) because I personally hate having to figure out what jewelry to wear and it’s usually the thing I ditch when I’m trying to get ready to go out lol.
The last random items include my phone charger and iPhone 7 (I’ll use this for vlogging and photos), headphones, small wallet, and a small crossbody purse (that I’m in love with from Lulu’s!).
That’s it for my Denver packing list! What am I missing? I don’t think I’ll need much else, but leave me a comment below if you have a must-pack item you’d like to share!
xo,
B
Hope your Denver trip was a blast!
This is awesome! I love Denver, and I can’t wait to check out some of these cool spots when I go back in April! Thanks so much for all the info!
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Great packing list! Denver’s weather can definitely be unpredictable, so layering is a must. I love how you included essentials for both warm days and chilly nights. Also, don’t forget sunscreen—Denver’s elevation makes the sun stronger, and you’ll want protection even in cooler weather. If you’re planning any outdoor activities, a reusable water bottle is super helpful for staying hydrated in the higher altitude. Thanks for sharing this helpful guide!