Packing Guide to Istanbul

Packing for a trip to istanbul should never be anything less than what is expected on a trip to the likes of manhattan or paris. NEVER pack light to istanbul. Never! It would be suicidal otherwise. My advise would be to think of the trip as a runway holiday, where everything and everything have to be planned, coordinated and fitted before it goes into the luggage. If you're on a week trip like i am, pack at least nine tops and four trousers with add ons like vest, jacket, sweater, scarves and lots of accessories to compliment the outfit. And bring along at least two pair of shoes that matches with anything that you have. I know this might sound like you're over packing because it really is, but its better to do so than under pack. The golden rule is 'thoughtful casual', where you dress casually but with effort and thoughts put into the whole assemble. A plain T with jeans would be an utter embarrassment to yourself. Instead, put on a vest and scarf on top of that and voila! you'll in for a good time, sister girl! And if you're asking, why bother just for a holiday? Well darling, this is not just any holiday, its istanbul we're talking about here. And istanbul is tres stylish. Being here is like being in a runway show, where everyone dresses super chic. Even chihuahuas have better wardrobe here! Can you imagine dressing worst than a dog, tragic, tragic...