Who What Wear Feature - A Chic 54-Year-Old Shares Her Under $125 Summer Vacation Wardrobe

Below is my third home page feature on Who What Wear and I’m super excited to share it with you today! It’s gratifying to be a content creator in my mid-fifties getting some major play on what I’ve always thought of as the modern online version of Instyle meets Vogue Magazine. I hope you enjoy my lifestyle blog posts filled with advice and tips that inspire you to lead a more enhanced life. I can’t wait to share some exciting projects with you soon and thank you for again for being a loyal follower. Read on to see the full article!

xxMelissa

VACATION - JUL 24, 2019

A Chic 54-Year-Old Shares Her Under-$125 Summer Vacation Wardrobe

by NICOLE KLIEST

Melissa Meyers is a Los Angeles–based influencer with a focus on beauty, style, travel, and wellness. Her blog, The Glow Girl, aims to empower women to embrace the best version of themselves, age gracefully, and cultivate a glow from the inside out. She also happens to be 54 years old and has a penchant for masterfully styling summer vacation looks. Below, hear from Meyers on her favorite pieces for getting away in the sun and shop her affordable picks for your next holiday.

I like to take along a few new things when traveling on vacation that are stylish, functional, and budget-friendly. It always seems to be a challenge not to overpack, so I put together a list of great fashion finds to wear on vacation and throughout the summer that are super versatile. A good thing to keep in mind when you are packing is to stick to a color scheme (I prefer staying away from black during the summer), which means you can say goodbye to bringing an extra bag just for shoes. Most of these pieces can be worn from the beach to dinner, and all are under $120. Bon voyage! 

Swimsuit and Kimono Cover-Up

I am a huge fan of retro high-waisted bikinis. Pair with a kimono worn as a cover-up that can also be tied or belted as a dress, or wear as a light layer if it’s chilly at night.

Power 2 The Flower Betty Bottom

Madewell Second Wave Ruffled Drawstring Bikini Top

Free People Leeward Kimono

Sandals and Sneakers

Pack shoes that are lightweight, comfortable, and versatile. The ones I bring go with pants and dresses (including sneakers). Simple flat sandals in nude or gold go with everything and are great if you are doing a lot of walking or touring. If you must bring heels, I recommend simple raffia wedges.

Nike Cortez Sneakers

Sam Edelman Deena Platform Wedges

Sunglasses

I usually like to take a few pairs with me since they are a great way to change up your look quickly. Plus, they don’t take up a lot of room in your bag.

Diff Carson 53mm Polarized Square Sunglasses

Hat and Accessories

A hat is a must-have to protect your skin, and it also completes your day look, too. A hat clip is genius and attaches to your bag or luggage. It makes for the perfect travel companion and keeps your hat crush-free.

Halogen Woven Panama Hat

Sunnies by Diff, Ex-Boyfriend Trucker Jacket by Levis, Tote bag by Mansur Gavriel & Hat by Halogen, Hat Clip by TOPTOTE.

TOPTOTE Hat Clip

Jackets

On those cooler evenings when dining alfresco, a light jacket in denim or white linen is the perfect dinner-date piece. If your travels take you on a plane, just wear it so you don’t take up room in your luggage.

Levi's Original Trucker Jacket

Luggage

It’s best if you can travel with just a carry-on, but I get it. This can be tough! If you pack smart, you’ll never go back and will love breezing through those airports. 

Heys Luggage

Cropped Pants

Wear them when traveling and out on cooler casual evenings. 

Madewell The Dadjean

Want More Ideas?

Shop more picks from Melissa Meyers for your next warm-weather summer vacation.

Zara Long Linen Dress - SOLD OUT, but similar here by Free People

Topshop White Rope Tote

Nordstrom Cashmere & Silk Wrap

Coolife Carry-On

BlankNYC Mesh Detail Crepe Jacket

Zara Raffia Hat - SOLD OUT but similar here by Topshop

My 'What to Pack' Super Feature on Who What Wear

“…the most stylish 54-year-old on Instagram.”

Yesterday I was honored to be featured on the home page of Who What Wear in, ‘A Stylish 54-Year-Old Shares What She Packs for a European Getaway’. I had 48 hours to pull this article together that came to me on my Instagram DM from one of the top editors there. It was the last day of my two-week stay in Italy where I traveled to Rome, Sardinia and across the Amalfi Coast—one week alone with my husband and one week with four other couples (full blog coming soon). During my stay, each outfit and experience was captured for the purpose of creating summer content for this blog and my Instagram, including stories! Since I don’t travel with a photographer, I was lucky to have my semi-patient Instagram hubby and some talented friends on the trip, who snapped shots during our two week holiday. 

I was hoping to be able to work on this article during my flight home, however, once on the board, I learned that the plane was new and not yet fitted for internet use. After a brief panic attack, I used the time without wi-fi to organize my iPhone apps, respond to emails and edit photos from the trip. In order to actually make the deadline for this article, I had to pull an all-nighter when I arrived home at 11:00 pm. I was on European time so that worked out! However, I did crash hard and the jet lag struggle was real and lasted a full week.

At the end of the day, it is gratifying to be a content creator in my mid-fifties, getting major play on Who What Wear, a platform that I have always thought of as the modern online version of Vogue Magazine. I hope to continue creating content that you can enjoy, filled with advice and tips to lead a more enhanced life. Thank you for following me and supporting me on this journey—I would not be here without you! 

Below you can see the complete article on, “What to Pack for a European Getaway”, and shop all the looks from this post!

Natalie Martin Maxi Dress

Flannel Vouex Cami Maxi Dress

Dresses and Skirts
I bring a mix of flowy skirts and dresses and wear them for everything from touring, sightseeing, beach, pool, and dinner. I think Natalie Martin makes some of the best summer dresses that work well from day to night. They take up nearly no space in your luggage and seem to be wrinkle-free right out of your suitcase.

Skirt by Spell & the Gypsy

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Natalie Martin Maxi

Spell & the Gypsy Wild Bloom Strappy Dress ($229)

Zadig & Voltaire Joslin Paradise Skirt ($245)

Free People Anita Midi Dress

Spell & the Gypsy Amethyst Gown ($275)

Spell & the Gypsy Wild Thing Maxi Skirt ($199)

Sandals and Comfy, Chic Shoes
Pack shoes that are lightweight, comfortable, and stylish. Simple flat sandals in nude or metallic go with everything and are great if you are doing a lot of walking or touring. I am a huge fan of the Hermès-inspired slides in neutral and have them in several colors. I also love the new strappy styles, and they provide some extra support. If you must bring something with a heel, I recommend simple raffia wedges by Sam Edelman or Soludos.

These retro Nike Classic Cortez sneakers can double as workout shoes or worn with your favorite dresses, shorts and cropped pants.

As seen on style icon Lyn Slater, Vision Quest shoes are fashionable and functional. These unique babouche shoes have a molded rubber outsole design and feel as comfortable as my bedroom slippers. I wore my rose gold ones at the airport and on big walking days in Europe - perfect for the cobblestone streets of Italy!

Use glowgirl10 for a 10% discount!

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Nike Classic Cortez Sneaker

Vision Quest Rose Gold Babouches ($179). Use glowgirl10 for a 10% discount!

Dress by Nudz Beachwear

Dress by Zimmerman

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Steven Greece Slides ($59)

Sam Edelman Deena Platform Wedge ($130)

COVER-UPS & KIMONOS
I usually like to buy a few light-weight cover-ups in Europe but will take a few with me that work with all of my swimsuits. You can also pair a swimsuit with a kimono like this one from Free People worn as a cover up that can also be tied or belted as a dress. Or, wear as a light layer if it’s chilly at night.

Kimono by Free People

Bag by ClareV. Sandals by Ancient Greek Sandals.

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Free People Angelica Open-Front Kimono $58

Nudz Floral-Print Maxi Dress ($178)

SWIMSUITS
I am a huge fan of the retro high-waisted bikinis that are so on trend right now and they are super flattering on most body types! I also love one piece styles with special details or patterns.

LSpace Ribbed Gemma Bikini Top ($92). French Bikini Bottom, $99

Swimsuit by Cami and Jax (sold out)

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Cami and Jax Lola Top ($125)

L*Space Ribbed Gemma Bikini Top ($92)

Cami & Jax Selby Bikini Bottoms ($100)

Cami and Jax Marla One Piece ($250)

CROPPED PANTS & JEANS
I usually take or wear a comfy lightweight pair of jeans on the plane and then take one pair of cropped white pants.

WHITE LINEN SHIRT
I saw lots of linen shirts while in Italy and picked up a few more! You can wear them as a classic button down or crop and tie them at the waist with your fave skirt, shorts or pants. They even double as an extra layer worn open and loose over a t-shirt or tank dress.

CAMISOLES
I always take one solid and one patterned to mix and match with all skirts and pants.

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Mother, The Insider Step Hem Crop Bootcut Jeans ($205)

Cami NYC Racer Georgette Top ($172)

Cuyana Linen Boyfriend Shirt ($135)

Zadig & Voltaire Chris Jac Leo Camisole ($248)

ACCESSORIES
European women are so effortlessly stylish--they wear beautiful accessories that up their style game to complete their look.

COSTUME JEWELRY
Leave the fine jewelry at home (except for a few gold necklaces and studs that you can swim with) and bring pieces that are easily packed and that can be worn from day to night. I like to stack these beaded bracelets by Karen Lazar Design, or you can wear a few with your existing bracelets. Use code GLOWGIRL10 for a 10% discount!

Delicate necklaces that you can wear from pool to out at night...just layer them! Melissa Meyers X LOOMA Glow necklace Use code GLOW20 for a 20% discount

HAIR
I love wearing hair accessories to add to my travel summer looks, such as, Scarlett Pearl clips by BaubleBar, Ponytail Scarf by Anthropology and Scrunchies by Love Shack Fancy.

Beaded bracelets by Karen Lazar Design. Use code GLOWGIRL10 for a 10% discount!

BAGS
I like to use a large lightweight tote bag on the plane that I can use while traveling from place to place, take to the beach and shopping. I also bring a straw round bag that goes with everything and works from day to night.

HAT
A hat is a must-have to protect your skin and completes your day look, too! Make sure to take the new TopTote with you. This chic hat clip is genius and attaches to your bag or luggage. It makes for the perfect travel companion and keeps your hat crush-free. I used it every day when I was in Italy and just attached it to my beach bag.

SUNNIES
I usually like to take a few pair with me since there are so many amazing styles out now, they can change up your look depending on the style. I wear styles by Illesteva, Le Specs, Diff Eyewear, Oliver Peoples and Ray Bans.

ROBE
I like to bring a pretty lightweight robe because the ones you get at the hotel are usually too large and thick. With high temps during the summer, it feels good to get ready in one of these instead plus they barely take up space in your luggage!

JACKETS
I suggest wearing a light-weight denim jacket on the plane that you can wear if you happen to have a chilly night while there. I find most places in Europe to be very warm this time of year, even at night!

Levi's Ex-Boyfriend Denim Trucker Jacket. Sunnies by DIFF Eyewear. TopTote, The Drop Leather Hat Clip

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Halogen Woven Panama

Flora Nikrooz Arisa Floral Print Satin Robe

TopTote, The Drop Leather Hat Clip

Levi's Ex-Boyfriend Denim Trucker Jacket

Thank you to my husband, Michael Meyers, who endured my requests for daily photo shoots while away on our vacation. And, a big shout out and thank you to Who What Wear, for featuring me and more perennials on their platform! I hope to continue contributing content for their viewership. What an exciting time!

Again, thank YOU for following me on this glowgetter blogging journey.

xxMelissa

Beautiful day at La Fontelina Capri!

What to Take on Your Summer Vacation

I like to take along a few new things when traveling on vacation that are stylish and functional. For me, it always seems to be a challenge not to overpack but I am working on making smarter packing decisions like sticking to one color scheme and taking along pieces that work from day to night. I put together some great fashion finds for your next summer vacation that are super versatile and can be worn throughout the season.

1. The perfect swimsuit - High waisted bikini styles are so on trend right now and they are flattering on most body types! Some great brands include Cami and Jax, P2F and L'Space. Plus a great kimono (like the Free People one pictured above) can be tied and worn as a dress or used as a jacket to wear from day to night. 

Order a swimsuit from Cami and Jax and use code glowgirl10 for a 10% discount!

Dress by Natalie Martin

2. Dress to wear from the beach to dinner - I love this gorgeous Natalie Martin dress which is perfect for Italy. I’m also a huge fan of dresses from Ba&Sh, Love Shack Fancy, Sunday Saint Tropez, Self-Portrait, Faithful the Brand, and Misa. 

Shoes by Vision Quest. Cropped jeans by Mother. Tote by Mansur Gavriel shown with TOPTOTE hat clip.

3. Comfy Chic Sandals & Sneakers - My latest obsession are flats by Vision Quest Shoes (use code glowgirl10 for 10% off) as well as some staple faves by Ancient Greek Sandals block heels or slides from Loeffler Randall and Nike Classic Cortez sneakers as shown above.

4. Cropped pants - I love my classic Franne Golde magic pants in white as seen in the above picture with Janet Gunn! Other faves include Levis Wedgie Icon, stretch high-waisted by Mother Denim, and cropped white linen pants by Faithful The Brand.

Sunnies by Diff, Ex-Boyfriend Trucker Jacket by Levis, Tote bag by Mansur Gavriel & Hat by Halogen, Hat Clip by TOPTOTE.

5. Sunnies - I usually like to take a few pair with me since there are so many amazing styles out now, they can change up your look depending on the style. I wear styles by Illesteva, Le Specs, Diff Eyewear, Oliver Peoples and Ray Bans.

6. Pretty Straw Hat + TopTote. A hat is a must-have to protect your skin and completes your day look too! Make sure to take the new TopTote with you - this chic hat clip is genius and attaches to your bag or luggage. It makes for the perfect travel companion and keeps your hat crush-free. Halogen has a great selection of budget-friendly hats that are stylish and chic.

8. Jacket - Pack one for those cooler nights and if you are flying, wear on the plane! A light jacket in denim like this Levi's Denim Trucker Jacket or a white linen blazer are classic and go with everything.

7. Tote bags and fanny packs make great travel bags - I love Wandler, Maje, Zimmerman, and these Bandolier phone cases for hands free photos.

9. Tech must-haves to stay connected - Xcentz.com phone charger - small size does 1.3 charges and comes in several colors + Skyroam Solis, wireless airpods, longer charging cables for phones and devices is so important during travel. Use code GLOWGIRL10 to get 10% off your Skyroam wireless device!

I hope this gives you some helpful packing ides when planning for your next summer vacation!

xxMelissa