Travel wash bag for men

THE BAG

Flight 101 have yet again caught my eye with this Spacepak Toiletry Bag @ £27 ($42)

LOOK FOR: Fold away, light weight with attached hook to hang up 

    

IN THE BAG

Lip balm – Skin cream – Shampoo – Shower gel – Deodorant – Toothbrush/Paste – Condoms – Razor & Shaving cream – Cotton buds

Extras/Medical Bits

Nail clippers – Hand sanitizer (think of your location) – Dental Floss – Mouthwash – Alcohol pads – Bandages - Plasters

Miniature travel bottles are available in all supermarkets 
and health stores for a compact fit. 

How a man looks good hiking – A simple task of practicality and style

Hiking gear for a man isn’t that different to a woman’s approach; it really depends on climate and how much you layer up. Here are a few guidelines on what you can wear with the practicalities of a good hike and still look top dollar…

Picture by Dennis Cox: “Two Male Hikers”

FEET

Walking shoes – they’re light and fully waterproof. Those bulky walking boots don’t fit nicely into any backpack and they give un-necessary platform, like ladies heels. Oh, and they’re super ugly. Walking shoes all the way people!

LAYER IT

Start with a basic under layer: Standard t-shirt accompanied by a loose open shirt

Note: keep the shirt a dark, neutral colour: khaki or navy.

Vintage Army Cotton Shirt

TIP: Board shorts are great on a hot day, try to go for a
dip on route.

On a more shady day wear long but light trousers. Pack a windproof jacket and warm jumper, which you can secure in your backpack as layers.

TIP: Pack a thin, woollen scarf. They look really cuddly and 
this aids extra warmth, stylishly, of course.

ADDED EXTRA’S

Think of these as boys toys, the extra bits and bobs needed on an adventure:

A pocket knife – to open a bottle of wine mid-hike?

Condoms – you just never know.

Recommendations

Blacks - Outdoor clothing for men. It’s not cheap, but its decent quality.

Simply Hike – A range of products, brands and price tags to suit.

How to look good hiking? An impossible task of femininity and practicality

Burdened with the challenge of mixing a feminine outlook with the practicalities of a good hike? Me too, but this can be simple, you just need to note the basics.

Extra’s: pashmina & hat

FOOTWEAR

Walking trainers. The boots are chunky and hot, the sandals seep in water. Just go with the walking trainer.

TIP: You can wear pop-socks for gentle walks.

LAYER IT

You’re probably going to be on varying gradients and weather will turn; with this so can your levels of cloth.

Start with a light base:  t-shirt, or a simple strappy top.

Add a long sleeve top – the thickness can be fleecy just note that your temperature will rise as you walk, so a simple cotton sleeve can also work well.

TIP: Carry a light weight waterproof jacket with a hood for when 
the rain pours and you get chilly.

HUG THE BITS THAT COUNT AND KEEP THE REST LOOSE

This differs for everyone, but generally tight hiking gear just gets sweaty. I go for trousers that zip at varying levels to alternate between a long leg, quarter length or shorts for different temperatures on route. These hug the bum and that’s about as much hugging needed.

TIP: Alternatively those jogging trousers you don’t mind getting 
messy are a comfy and loose way to handle an easy trek.

Note: If you know it’s going to be a snowy mountain top leggings can be a warm under-layer.

 Recommendations 

Fashion Questions and The Vancouver Sun

Beautiful locks abroad – it can happen!

You may well know that deep hair conditioning sachets have become my new best friend. Well, I’ve now found a mini-tub of the stuff and it works out cheaper, so it’s stored ever so neatly in my wash bag ready to jetset.

Also try Umberto Giannini,  Scrunching Jelly - its creating a less frizzy finish, although the gel does make hair slightly crunchier than serum, the gel tightens the curl and makes the ends look healthier.

…Aussie bottle (75ml) £1.69, Aussie Satchet (20ml) £1.06…

What’s your favourite travelling accessory?

For the moment it’s the holder of passports.

It’s become a signpost, giving me a salute every time it comes out the draw, its saying ‘shit yes, you’re getting out of the UK!’ You may be interested to know there’s a market for men’s passport holders, too, but they’re not quiet as fun!

Here are 3 top reasons why you should indulge yourself in a passport holder for that next venture:

We’ve compared them and its true, the passport keeps in much better knick. Its in the pudding as you can see later..

For storage purposes it comes in very handy. I stuff my UK pennies in there when I’m away and it cuddles your EU card perfectly.

All together now – there’s usually a large back pocket as well which you can tuck your boarding card into. There’s peace of mind in knowing that it’s all in one place. Now all you have to do is get to the airport.

Bon Voyage!

The Fanny Pack – Comedy Item or Crafty Investment?

In most countries the expression ‘fanny-pack’ can be used in conversation and passed without odd looks or giggling fits. In England that doesn’t happen and it’s due to this comedy factor that the item has acquired such a poor name.

Bumbag from usedandabusedvintage.com

Otherwise known as the bum-bag or nerdy sack (love that one) – I’ve avoided ever buying this product and grimaced at anyone who’s actually bought it and then worn it. Who are you people?

Why would you have it?

• The assumption that having your belongings below your belly button will enable you to stop strangers robbing you
• Your mum bought it for you
• The first time traveller following guidebook advice

URBAN OUTFITTERS have given it their best shot at making these hideous bags slightly more designer: BELT BAGS priced from £18.

Why wouldn’t you have it?

• If you have a bag that’s short enough to tuck under your armpit (ladies) you should be robber and douche bag free
• Secret pockets (now not-so-secret) are stitched into travel clothing – trousers, jackets, shorts –  this way its safe and fashionable. The gear is of good quality, too.
• Aside from the reputable name, the fanny pack sits on your stomach and enhances the look of being bloated

BUZZ FEED highlight some classic fanny pack moments in their article ’42 Awkward Fanny Pack Photos’

Fanny pack verdict? It’s not cool, it’s certainly not sexy and the most I’ve got out of it is a good old fashioned laugh. Comedy item, don’t you think?

The Sleeping Eye Mask: Novelty Travel Gear?

The sleeping eye mask has often seemed like a waste of time and it is not until you experience a sleepless journey that you find a secret love for this tiny piece of cloth.

Now I would swear by them and feel sorry for anyone that has to deal with those glaring TV screens on bus journeys or natural light peeping in through those mini-aeroplane windows. There’s only one solution (other than sunshades) and that is the sleeping eye mask.

A friend of mine has decided to re-design her own, which is pretty cool, but for those of you who aren’t quiet as crafty (like me) just pack the squash-able mask into your carry on and enjoy a good snooze! They’re often handed out for free during flight.

 INSPIRE ME!

Flight 001 have recently come on my radar and though there products can be expensive, they are very groovy. Here are some inspirational designs if you want to look slightly less boring while you sleep. The following products ranging from £14.00, eek!

Flight 001 Eye Mask

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