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What To Pack: Avoid Overstuffed Luggage with Fashionable Finds That Work Double-Duty!

By Cady Childs

Going on summer vacations, whether with your closest friends or a significant other, is one of the best parts of this time of year. But, with traveling always comes the unavoidable, challenging task of packing effectively – not excessively – while still looking fabulous and put together. Though it seems unbelievable, packing for a week-long trip in a carry-on sized suitcase is possible, without having to sacrifice personal style to do so. The trick: convertible, fashion-forward apparel and accessories that will do double (or triple) duty all week long!

2 multi-tasking fashions we’re packing:

American Apparel Le Sac Dress, $38, americanapparel.com
This flowing and sophisticated dress comes with extra-long, versatile straps that allow you to create seven different styles from this one dress, depending on how you wrap and twist it. Plus, it comes with a picture manual to show how each look is created! Available in 16 different color combinations, this dress can go from Audrey to Marilyn in seconds.

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Lindsay Phillips ‘Missy’ Switchflop, $49, switchflops.com
This adorable bronze platform wedge has over 62 different bedazzled, floral and jeweled straps that interchange easily, making this a great alternative to the eight pairs of shoes we normally stuff in our suitcases, thus preventing our bags from sliding into the overhead compartment. With straps for casual and dressy occasions, you’ll really just need these and a pair of gym shoes to get your through the whole week!

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So, rather than spending the extra 45 minutes to an hour at the airport checking your luggage, pack just a carry-on and instead spend your time lounging ocean side or exploring a new city.

Ab exercises you can do on the plane (or anywhere)!