About Lea’s

7 Secrets to Packing Light for Summer Vacation

Jul 27, 2022

Whether you want to hit up a beachside resort or experience the sights and culture of a big city, summer is a great time to travel. A common problem many people encounter when traveling is overpacking; bulky luggage isn’t fun to carry around and comes with greater challenges when going through airports. Fortunately, we’ve got seven secrets to packing light for summer vacation that will reduce stress so you can start relaxing much sooner.

1. Use Versatile Clothing

One of the easiest ways to pack light is by using versatile clothing options that you can mix and match with other pieces. Neutral colors and styles, like the clothes from LIV by Habitat, make it easier to wear that black blouse you wore shopping on Monday with another outfit when you grab brunch on Thursday.

2. Wear Heavier Items

You don’t typically need a lot of heavy layers in the summer, but if you find yourself with a few bulky articles of clothing, it’s a good idea not to pack them. Instead, wear anything cumbersome on the plane so you can bring those items without worrying about fitting them into a suitcase.

3. Utilize Packing Cubes

Clothes take up a lot of space when packing. Fortunately, packing cubes are a great way to fit everything into your suitcase in a more compact manner. Packing cubes may seem like just one more thing to pack, but the compression ensures you have extra space in the long run.

4. Bring Two Pairs of Shoes

No matter your trip length, you should only pack two pairs of shoes. With two pairs in your bag and one on your feet throughout travel, you will have a few versatile pairs that work for any situation you encounter on your vacation.

5. Use a Smaller Suitcase

A great secret for packing light for summer vacation is resisting the temptation to fill up that big suitcase; if you grab your big bag from the start, you’ll be inclined to fill it. Start with a smaller suitcase and try to pack with that size in mind. In the end, if you need a little more space, load what you have into the bigger case. It’s okay if you don’t fill it—just think of it as leaving room for souvenirs.

6. Pack Solid Toiletries

Not only are solid toiletry options like shampoo, lotion, and soap bars generally smaller and more lightweight than their liquid alternatives, they are less likely to make a mess in your suitcase. If you still need certain liquid toiletries, hotels usually provide the necessities.

7. Include Travel Laundry Kits

When packing minimally, you might have to do a bit of laundry. Rather than trying to find a laundromat in an unfamiliar area, there are many travel-size laundry options that let you clean things up right in your hotel bathroom. A load of bathtub laundry may not be in your vacation plans, but the space you save when packing makes it worthwhile.

Sophisticated Fashion for Women of All Shapes and Sizes

Feb 13, 2017

Lea’s caters to the forgotten women; she wants to look fashionable, but she is not willing to give up comfort to do so. Our comfortable clothing lines reflect women in their best light. By carefully masking any “situations” they have carried through the years, we can showcase their best features. There does not have to be any sacrifice to look fashionable at Lea’s.

Lea’s provides a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere where women can enjoy one on one attention and assistance. We can help women choose clothing to showcase their shape and work best for their lifestyle.

Lea’s carries sophisticated fashion forward for women of all shapes and sizes in an atmosphere of excitement and good energy. There is nothing intimidating about us or the boutique. We have customers who have been shopping with us for the last 16 years. That loyalty can only mean that we are supplying something that our customer desire. A comfortable shopping atmosphere brimming with fashions you won’t find anywhere. We carefully hand pick clothing from price points and styles. We competitively price and strive to keep our ever changing selection of fashion arriving seasonally.

Lea’s Offers Sophisticated Comfortable Clothing

Clothing makes the woman. “I’m not a perfect size 8,” “I’ve had children,” “I have a tummy,” “I like to disguise,” “I also happen to be at my happiest when I’m comfortable,” “nothing ridiculously tight,” “fabric that feels luxurious against my skin is a mood lifter.” I feel more confident when I know I look good, which makes me better at my job, guiding you to pick comfortable clothing that makes you feel better and show off your best assets, whilst minimizing the features that you would rather keep secret.

I am so fortunate to be surrounded by such amazing clothing while assisting others pick the perfect outfit. I enjoy and truly find fulfillment when someone expresses how much the clothing in our boutique has influenced their life in a pleasing positive way. It’s long overdue that I have an online presence and strive to do what I do best, outfit women in clothing that builds them up, boosts self esteem and confidence and essentially creates a feeling of joy and well being. For the last 16 years we have strived to build a thriving bricks and mortar boutique where women become repeat customers. It’s time now to build an online presence and and an online store to offer women from all over, the opportunity to find quality, figure flattering fashions for all lifestyles at their fingertips.