Packing for Positano!

I did not have time to go shopping before my vacation, so I have to be creative about what I am bringing to Italy. I will be taking my NYC style to the Amalfi Coast (whether they like it or not)! 


1. White Fedora because baseball hats and visors are for Americans! I live in the east village- not far from the craziest street selling anything from sunglasses to fedoras in every shape, size and color: St. Marks Place! You must bargain with the vendors for the best price. I paid no more than $15 for mine.


2. Red lipstick. Red is very Italian! Thats why I am bringing Viva La Glam Cyndi Lauper lipstick. Also, this purchase goes to MAC Aids FUND to support the fight against Aids.

3. Mix-and-Matched bikinis! To be clear, I do NOT own a pink leopard print bikini but I do plan to mix my corals with blacks, etc.

4. Barbie Video Camera. I actually do NOT plan to purchase this video camera...but I thought this video was cool. Not sure how the Italians would feel about me carrying around Barbie into the Pantheon and the Vatican. 

5. iPhone Wine App. I recently bought the Approach Guides WINE App off of iTunes. This app does not require internet connection, so when traveling out of the country, you don't have to worry about roaming charges. Plus this app is handy when picking wine and food pairings.

6. Italian Speaking Boyfriend. Check!  I have been learning some things on my own. I have been using LiveMocha learning phrases like: La Donna e' grassa...haha...which will be ME after I get back from Italy!

7. Positano Playlist. A vacation is not complete without a PLAYLIST to get you in the spirit of traveling. Some songs on mine: "We No Speak Americano" by Yolando Be Cool & Dcup, "Hey London Remix" by Chiddy Bang, "Armour Love" by La Roux, "Paris is burning" by Ladyhawke, "Holiday" by Madonna, "Ca plane pour moi" by Plastic bertrand and "Girl from Impanema" by Babel Gilberto.


8. Sequin Sweater. JCrew has a fabulous sheer sequin sweater that is perfect for dining on the coast. The breezes from the Mediterranean sea will keep the nights cool, and this sweater will keep you warm!


9. Non-expensive jewelry. When I travel, I bring a few necklaces and a couple of earrings. Its not necessary to bring your jewels with you to a foreign country. I go to Urban Outfitters, Target, H&M, and thrift stores to look for statement necklaces and earrings that will jazz up an ordinary black dress. 


10. Red rimmed sunglasses! I chose an aviator style for me, but the classic 80s style in red is a nice touch too.