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My Tourist Style

Jun 19, 2013 ·

Jen Pinkston : My Tourist Style 1

So far I have to say this summer has been pretty dreamy.  I hired the first member of our editorial team, Blair, back in April and it was one of the best things I have ever done!  She is amazing and now I can't imagine blog life without her.  Meanwhile, Aaron has been enjoying some much needed hiatus days from his crazy production schedule, so we have been sneaking away for mid-week beach breaks just because we can!  In 19 days, though, we will be sneaking away for a much more exotic adventure... China!  (See today's full post here!)

Jen Pinkston : My Tourist Style 2

Jen Pinkston : My Tourist Style 3

It's become a bit of a tradition for us to gather up all of the frequent flyer miles Aaron accumulates throughout the year and jet off to a new bucket list location in the summer.  With each trip, have come many hard-earned packing lessons:  Always pack one lightweight jacket no matter how warm weather.com says it will be there (Australia!), Heels and cobblestone streets do not a good match make (Bruges!), You can never have enough cotton tees and tanks in a humid climate (Thailand!), and on and on!  This easy, breezy summer look is my game plan for China...

Jen Pinkston : My Tourist Style 4

Jen Pinkston : My Tourist Style 5

Here's the first part of the equation: straw hat to protect from the sun (and to keep from wasting too much time on fixing my hair), simple necklace that doesn't take up too much space in the suitcase, and a breathable sleeveless top.

Jen Pinkston : My Tourist Style 6

And the second part: My favorite cotton Paige pants (similar to these), a couple mismatched bangles, my gray leather cross-body bag that I bought on a trip to Italy, and über comfortable Matisse sandals for walking. (Plus my camera and Luxe City guides to ensure we make the most of our trip!)

Jen Pinkston : My Tourist Style 7

Until then, I will be counting down the days!  Where are you guys headed this summer?

Photos by Mary Costa
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  1. Camilla says

    July 06, 2013 at 12:16 pm

    I will be travelling to Florida tomorrow, so I am really excited about that!

  2. Nichole says

    June 21, 2013 at 12:49 pm

    We just got back from a vacation to Seattle, Vancouver, and Victoria.

  3. Diana Clark says

    June 20, 2013 at 11:22 am

    Jenn,

    Going to Hilton Head, SC.....where else would we go......

    Take care!

  4. Caity @ Moi Contre La Vie says

    June 20, 2013 at 10:49 am

    Cute stripes!

  5. FripperyVintage says

    June 19, 2013 at 12:34 pm

    China sounds amazing. Can't wait to see all the photos.

  6. Sara Almeida says

    June 19, 2013 at 11:48 am

    I love your outfit!!!
    enjoy your days off! i only understood how good they feel when i started to work!

  7. Stacy says

    June 19, 2013 at 4:17 am

    Wow! China!! So exciting! After 5 years of my husband traveling to Germany for work (and me tagging along) we are taking our 3 kids! We are starting in London--a good intro to Europe since they speak English--and then heading to Germany for 10 days. We are so excited to show the kids all the places we know and love, and the PEOPLE we know and love. 🙂 Ya'll have fun in China!

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