How to Pack Luggage for Corporate Travel

Women's Packing Tips for a Three Day Corporate Business Trip

Nov 8, 2009

Female business travelers can solve the packing conundrum by bringing wrinkle free garments, one color scheme, and jewelry and accessories to dress up a daytime look.

Packing luggage for a business trip can be challenging – many frequent business travelers try to avoid checking travel suitcases while still fitting in the essentials. Following is a guide for packing the necessities into business luggage while still traveling light.

Essential Business Attire for Female Business Travelers

When packing clothes for business travel, stick to one color scheme for easy mixing and matching – neutral colors such as black, gray, or tan can easily be coordinated together and present a polished look. In addition, adding a splash of color, such as a colored scarf or blouse, can help to punch up the ensemble and modernize the look. Choose a neutral beige or gray pant suit or skirt suit, and pack two different-colored blouses (such as a bright blue or pink) to add color and interest.

Also pack a sweater set (with a shell that can be worn under a suit) for a more casual and comfortable look.

Pack Accessories and Statement Jewelry to Finish the Look

Like a good suit, a few well selected accessories can make the look. Choose statement jewelry like a multi-stranded necklace or large pendant to add drama and interest to a business suit. In addition, a pair of chandelier earrings for night and a pair of pearl studs for daytime can complete the look- while still looking professional.

Consider packing a pashmina or wrap, which can come in handy to keep warm in air conditioned meeting rooms or while outside on a cool evening. In addition, a colored pashmina or wrap can add color to an outfit and can be used to hide an unexpected coffee or ink stain on a blouse or suit jacket.

Alternate Heels and Flat Shoes to Alleviate Foot Pain

Shoes can take up an inordinate amount of space in a suitcase. While more than one pair of shoes is usually necessary for multi-day trips, try to limit it to two pairs – a pair of flats and a pair of heels. Wear the flats for walking or standing, and get out the heels for business meetings or evening dinners. Alternating shoe styles will also help to relieve any foot or leg pain.

Keep Makeup to a Minimum for a Professional Business Look

When packing makeup and face products for a business trip, stick to the basics. Pack only one essential moisturizer (which can double as a makeup remover) and the basic foundation, face powder, eye liner, eye shadow and mascara. In addition, a good tube of a neutral colored lipstick can also be used as a blusher on the cheeks. Applying only these makeup products will create a polished, professional look for a female business traveler.

Packing for a three-day business trip can be made easier by packing only the essentials in a carry on suitcase.

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