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Help me pack!

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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 08:28

We're off on holiday tomorrow - a week in the Peak District, a week on the Sussex coast, and it looks like the weather is going to be...variable at best. I'm trying to take clothes that will do for a variety of situations, work with each other, and can be layered. So far I'm thinking:

  • two pairs of jeans, one skinny for under wellies, one boyfriend that can be cuffed to wear with sandals.
  • one hooded waterproof jacket, one hooded down jacket, one smart blazer
  • two cashmere jumpers, both blue
  • two thin knit tops, one cream, one pale pink
  • two t-shirts, one white, one navy
  • black v-neck top that can be dressed up or down
  • pale green silk shirt
  • one pair of shorts
  • one vest top
  • blue wrap dress, in case we go anywhere nice
  • cream sundress, in case we get a warm day
  • extremely optimistic swimsuit
  • trainers, sandals and wellies


What else do I need? What should I leave behind? I'm debating taking my tan knee-high boots, that work with the skinny jeans and the wrap dress, but are less waterproof than my wellies (more than my trainers though). Is it just too much stuff? I will be able to wash things while I'm away.

Help me, please!
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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 10:16

Anyone? Please?

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CushionsandCandles · 16/08/2020 10:19

Cardigan especially for warp dress

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askinfforfriend · 16/08/2020 10:22

A LOT more t-shirts!

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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 10:30

Ok, I have a cream cardie I can pack, and I'll add a couple more T-shirts, thanks.

What else?

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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 11:56

Right, wish me luck, I'm going in...

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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 12:28

Nothings dry yet!!!Angry

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BikeRunSki · 16/08/2020 12:34

What are you planning to do in the Peak District? I live on the edge of the northern Peaks and it’s chilly today, but not down jacket cold.

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Countmeout · 16/08/2020 12:55

Yes to the cardigan and T-shirts. Maybe a stretchy legging type or jogger for comfort .

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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 13:01

@BikeRunSki

What are you planning to do in the Peak District? I live on the edge of the northern Peaks and it’s chilly today, but not down jacket cold.

I feel the cold. Spent a week in Cornwall last year utterly miserable because of it. Plus it's one of those ones that's squashed down into its only bag, so won't take up much room.
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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 13:01

Yep, I'll add some leggings

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nancyjuice7 · 16/08/2020 13:03

What are you wearing to bed/evening on sofa? I would pack 2x joggers and comfy jumpers.
Want more than one set in case they get smelly off food cooking ect

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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 13:06

I'm taking my silk pyjamas and robe. I'm also taking my memory foam pillow. Sleep is important. Smile

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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 13:08

Inconsiderately the DC are insisting they need clothes too, and the case is rapidly filling up.

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BikeRunSki · 16/08/2020 14:57

A decent set of waterproof everything, if today is anything to go by.

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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 15:30

Sad

We may have to buy those. Or just stay indoors.

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fruitpastille · 16/08/2020 17:10

You seem to have quite a lot of smart stuff. Silk shirt, blazer, wrap dress, sun dress, black top. Are you planning to go out a lot? I would tend towards hoodie/gilet but my holidays tend to feature windswept beaches and damp picnics.

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Passthecake30 · 16/08/2020 17:35

I’ve had a few long weekends over the last couple of weeks, I’ve worn clothes from a bikini, short shorts and sandals to jeans, T-shirt and rain coast... pack everything!

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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 17:42

@fruitpastille

You seem to have quite a lot of smart stuff. Silk shirt, blazer, wrap dress, sun dress, black top. Are you planning to go out a lot? I would tend towards hoodie/gilet but my holidays tend to feature windswept beaches and damp picnics.

My idea of hell! Planning on antiqueing and high tea and museums and meals out. Grin
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BikeRunSki · 16/08/2020 17:45

I’m intrigued about where in the Peak District you are visiting. Buxton?

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GreeboIsMySpiritAnimal · 16/08/2020 17:48

Staying somewhere called Alfreton? I don't know anything about it, a family member booked it. We're also spending a few days somewhere called Oundle.

We are meeting up with family - plenty of willing babysitters around so DH and I will hopefully get a couple of date nights!

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BikeRunSki · 16/08/2020 17:54

Ah yes, a few antique shops in Alfreton.

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