3 Fall Weekend Getaways—and What to Pack for Each

3 Fall Weekend Getaways—and What to Pack for Each

Written by: Kelly Martin

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Published on: September 26, 2023

Fashion editor: Sandra Slusarczyk

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Written by: Kelly Martin and Amanda Chung

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Published on: September 26, 2023

Fashion editor: Sandra Slusarczyk

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Photo courtesy of Auberge Resorts Collection

Summer may be the season of Eurotrips, but fall—with its mild weather and cozy vibes—is the time for wholesome weekend escapes. Whether you want to listen to some jazz, sip a glass of Syrah, or curl up by a crackling fireplace with a good book, these three getaways are geared toward unplugging, unwinding, and settling into the season.

The Columns Hotel

New Orleans, Louisiana

  • hotel room interior
    outdoor seating
    room interior

hotel room interior
outdoor seating
room interior

As the humidity drops and temperatures cool, it’s New Orleans’s time to shine. Visitors who stay at the Columns, an iconic and eclectic Victorian mansion in the Garden District, will take a front row seat overlooking St. Charles Avenue’s centuries-old oaks. It’s wholly possible to hang on the veranda all day, but it behooves you to visit the bar, which draws a crowd. In the bedrooms: antique furniture, Parachute linens, and Aesop by the sink. While you’re here, hit N7 for biodynamic wine and bistro food, Bacchanal for the best backyard party in town, and Preservation Hall for jazz.

What to bring: October in New Orleans feels like summer most everywhere else, so flowy dresses and whisper-weight skirt sets that hover off the body are the move. (Bonus points if they match the lushness of the courtyard or the color palette of your room.) Practical shoes—ones that can handle a walking tour of the historic homes in the area—are a must, as is a compact crossbody that goes everywhere you do.

The Packing List

  1. Jennifer Meyer Necklace

    Jennifer Meyer

    Necklace

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  2. soeur Mini Bag

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    Mini Bag

    Soeur, €345

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  3. Mirth Blouse

    Mirth

    Blouse

    goop, $218

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  4. Mirth Skirt

    Mirth

    Skirt

    goop, $275

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  1. ulla johnson Dress

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    Dress

    goop, $450

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  2. saie Glow Sculpt

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    Glow Sculpt

    goop, $32

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  3. Rimowa Luggage

    Rimowa

    Suitcase

    Rimowa, $900

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  1. completedworks Earrings

    completedworks

    Earrings

    goop, $275

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  2. Cecilie bahnsen Top

    Cecilie bahnsen

    Top

    goop, $500

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  3. la doublej Skirt

    la doublej

    Skirt

    goop, $590

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  4. The Row Flats

    The Row

    Flats

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The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection

Los Olivos, California

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    restaurant seats
    outdoor garden

    Photos courtesy of Auberge Resorts Collection

pool side seats
restaurant seats
outdoor garden

Photos courtesy of Auberge Resorts Collection

It’s harvest season in central California, which means it’s prime time for Angelenos to take an easy couple-hour drive up the 101 to Los Olivos, where Auberge just opened its newest wine country resort, the Inn at Mattei’s Tavern. (It’s a longer trip for San Franciscans but worth it for those who have seen enough of Napa and Sonoma.) The bright, airy farmhouse cottages are outfitted with gas fireplaces, cushy four-poster beds, and claw-foot soaking tubs. Settle in, then let yourself take on the pace of the place: leisurely. When you do venture off-site, let it be for excellent food. On Saturdays in Los Alamos, Priedite Barbecue pops up behind the Michelin-starred Bell’s. Bar Le Côte is number one for oysters and uni, and Bob’s Well Bread makes the best pastries in the Santa Ynez valley.

What to bring: A pretty dress for wine tasting, casual denim separates for a horseback trail ride or a tour of the local llama farm, and a striped bikini, should a private cabana at the pool call your name. If you’re tight on space, you can get away with bringing only one pair of shoes for all these outfits. You know the ones—after all, this is California.

The Packing List

  1. Oliver Peoples x Khaite Sunglasses

    Oliver Peoples x Khaite

    Sunglasses

    Net-a-Porter, $525

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  2. Ciao lucia Dress

    Ciao lucia

    Dress

    goop, $450

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  3. toteme Bag

    toteme

    Bag

    Toteme, $1,080

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  4. Fre Skincare SPF

    Fre Skincare

    SPF

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  1. cece jewellery Ring

    cece jewellery

    Ring

    goop, $4,750

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  2. toteme Jacket

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    Jacket

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  3. b sides Jeans

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    Jeans

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  4. hunza G Jean Bikini

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    Bikini

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  1. July Weekender

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    Weekender

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  2. re/done Tee

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    Tee

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  3. ciao lucia Pullover

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  4. birkenstock Sandals

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    Sandals

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The Lygon Arms

Broadway, Cotswolds, United Kingdom

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    wall decoration
    hotel room interior

outdoor view of hotel
wall decoration
hotel room interior

Picture this: an old hunting lodge in the cutest, tiniest town set on the edge of the Cotswolds, where the restaurant is helmed by a renowned chef and after-dinner drinks in the lounge are not to be missed. That’s Lygon Arms. It’s a great spot to kick back on a weekend away from London—remarkably cozy, with gorgeous gardens and easy access to town. The staff is attentive and warm. The spa isn’t the main draw here, but it’s worth spending some time at the indoor pool, which is in a pretty atrium.

What to bring: You’ll need a couple of well-chosen woolen knits, plus black jeans, cashmere socks, and some lace-up boots to wear with them. For outerwear, we recommend a quilted cocoon coat (in case you get lucky with the weather) and a waxed-cotton field jacket (in case you don’t). Finish with a gleamy signet ring, which adds a tiny dose of glamour to any look and—practical bonus—takes up zero room in your suitcase.

The Packing List

  1. Foundrae Ring

    Foundrae

    Ring

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  2. g. label Ashlyn Sweaterdress

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  3. Rue de verneuil Bag

    Rue de verneuil

    Bag

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  4. Johnstons of elgin Socks

    Johnstons of elgin

    Socks

    Net-a-Porter, $95

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  1. toteme Coat

    toteme

    Coat

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  2. Horizn Studios Suitcase

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    Suitcase

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  3. tktk

    Toteme

    Jacket

    goop, $930

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  1. beautycounter Lip Balm

    beautycounter

    Lip Balm

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  2. g. Label Morgan Puff-Sleeve Cardigan

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  3. b sides Jeans

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    Jeans

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  4. toteme Boots

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    Boots

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