10 ways to look chic traveling.

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Pack Versatile Pieces

If pre-vacation "what to wear" thoughts make you panic, relax! We've got ten easy ways to make sure you look great from the moment you leave to the moment you return:

1. Assess your trip. Are you going to the beach or lake for a family vacation? The Caribbean for a romantic getaway? Europe for a sightseeing tour? Let your destination and planned activities guide your packing.

2. Take one topper. Jackets and sweaters can be bulky suitcase-space stealers. Choose one piece -- a jean jacket or a cardigan in a neutral color are perfect for warmer months -- that will work with everything you plan to wear on your trip.

3. Choose mix and match bottoms. You can get away with wearing shorts, pants, or skirts multiple times on a trip. For a weeklong beach vacation, three pairs of shorts, one skirt, and one pair of pants should be enough.

4. Overpack underwear and socks. You'll inevitably use more than you think you will! A good rule of thumb is to bring two extras of each.

5. Bring one dress. A simple style such as a shift in an easy shade (black always works) can be worn during the day with sandals and at night with heels. It's particularly good to have if your plans suddenly include a dressy event.