Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine April 2017 | Page 174

What to Wear
On your Next Trip to the
Caribbean
Traveling to the Caribbean is exciting, but it may be
somewhat stressful deciding what to pack. D’ Loran, a
Caribbean native, will give you some clothing tips and
packing advice to help you have an amazing vacation
in the Caribbean – especially if you’re vacationing on
his beloved island of Curacao…
by
D’ Loran
Exclusive
Smart & Stylish Casual wear in lightweight, natural and synthetic fabrics work best
on the year-round tropical and sunny island of Curacao. Beach-look, outdoor active
wear, BBQ-outfit (day and or night), the classy and stylish dinner dress are the must-
have looks to pack. Next, of course you will have the casual shorts and shirts for a
day and/or night inside the Resort/Hotel and don’t forget your training gear.
Beach-Look
This is the relaxing comfortable look that
reinforces that beach-day feeling. While we
all would love to be the trendiest one there,
remember that your beach apparel should,
first and foremost, be comfortable. Whether
you're lounging on the beach, laying next to
the pool or on a yacht, a bathing suit cover-
up or summer dress is a must-have. Opt for
natural fabrics such as linen and cotton and
avoid dark colours. Instead go for whites,
pastels or nude tones. Gentlemen can opt
to bring a loose fitting (linen) pant or shorts
paired with a tank top or shirt to change into
after enjoying the marvelous waterlife the
island has to offer. This way he'll be ready to
watch the sunset while sipping a cocktail at a
beachfront bar.