If you travel frequently for business trips or when relocating on a new military assignment, you know that bringing the right clothes with you is important to a successful trip! Long road trips with uncomfortable pants or a shirt that is stifling hot make the journey miserable. In this post, we’ll help you evaluate your wardrobe so you can pack the essentials for moving into Barksdale AFB housing.
Wardrobe Advice for the Traveler
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- Select clothes that don’t wrinkle easily. This will make it easier when you do laundry (since you won’t have to iron as much) and means you can simply grab clothes in the morning and go.
- Items that fade or “bleed color” shouldn’t be part of your wardrobe. Instead, choose non-fade or pre-washed fabrics for maximum success. Look on the labels to help you determine what to bring.
- Plan out what tops and bottoms go together and think through colors that might coordinate or clash. Select outfits that easily can mix-and-match. For example, think neutrals like grays and blacks with a pop of color.
- Don’t leave the house without comfy clothes! As already mentioned, you’ll have more fun in the car if you plan to wear outfits that are comfortable. This also means that you need to bring lots of layers…a mix of short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts are a must. Consider bringing a rain jacket and light coat as well.
- Pack shirts and pants or dresses that are versatile and can be easily dressed up or down.
- Traveling with pets? As a pet owner, you know that dog or cat hair is a real thing! Make your life less stressful by wearing clothes that don’t show or attract animal fur.
- Similar to lots of layers – have some short-sleeve, long-sleeve, rain jacket and coat options
- Your feet (and whole body!) will love you if you bring the right shoes. Be willing to sacrifice style a little bit if necessary to ensure that your footwear is suitable for lots of walking, is well-fitted and easy to take off and on.
- Don’t forget to protect your face with a hat. This is especially helpful if you plan to sightsee or enjoy a lot of outdoor activities while in Louisiana.
- Purchase a backpack or wallet / bag that protects your credit cards with RFiD blocking.
Of course, as a serviceperson for the Air Force, you will receive military uniforms to wear while on duty. Thus, the list above is primarily for your off-duty relaxation and any walks with your dog in the park.
Interested in learning more about uniforms or have some questions? Check out this article on the MilitaryOneSource website. Or, lost an essential piece of your uniform gear? The Barksdale AFB Main Exchange has a Military Clothing Store where you can get any missing items.
Move-In Ready Barksdale AFB Housing
Reassigned to a new military post recently? Looking for off-base Barksdale AFB housing? We’ve got you covered. Our fully furnished short term rentals feature an equipped kitchen area with stove, fridge, pots & pans, microwave and more. Utilities are included in your monthly rent and we are proud to offer washer and dryer units in each condo / house for your maximum comfort and convenience. Really, our turnkey rentals just need you and your bags!
We appreciate your service for our country and give discounts to military personnel. Of course, our houses for rent in Shreveport LA aren’t only for Barksdale housing…we also rent to business executives needing corporate housing, construction workers and individuals needing temporary medical student rotation housing.
What’s our current availability? Reach out to our owner, Debi, via our Contact form or give us a call at 318-548-6156. We look forward to hearing from you!
