How to Pack Light

Jewel at Eat.Drink.Shop.Love

Thanks for posting this! I’m headed to New York tomorrow and I still haven’t packed.

Abigail

love this! (discovered it via pinterest) great tips you share here. I have to fly more than I would like and for traveling on the plane I always wear loose layers, nothing too tight, so that I’ll be comfortable in the plane. Also, I don’t wear any jewelry (less to worry about going through security or losing!). Instead, I accessorize with light scarves.

Anyway, I’m off to check out the rest of your site but I just love those boots you picture. Where could I find them?

Abigail

Sarah

Need from the list above:
-blk scarf
-leopard shirt
-Tan shirt

Where might I find? 🙂

Annette

I’m off on a 4 week trip to the US & Canada with my family in 2 weeks. I have been keeping this in mind while I’ve been accumulating clothes for this trip. My packing is complicated by the fact that it is going to be very cold while we are away & where I’m from it never gets that cold. I’m thinking of just buying clothes for the weather when we get to NYC and buying an extra suitcase. It’s a challenge packing for kids. Packing for me is easy.

Emily

Thanks for posting! I’m studying abroad in London next summer, and these are great tips!

the gracious gaze

Brilliant! What a terrific collection you curated here. I am always looking for “simple packing” resources!

xo,
Kim

Heidi

I just posted this idea on my blog. So great!!

http://oliveobserver.blogspot.com/2012/01/mondaymorningmust-linklove.html

Marisafaye1

I love all these clothes :))

Fashion Fatale

I love all the items pictured above, would you be kind enough to tell me where I can find the blue scarf and black wallet?

Kate

LOVE your style!!! Is there ANY chance you could give a list of what you have above!? And can you please dress me every morning?

I’m specifically obsessed with the plain t and the striped top you have above!!

kayla

Just wondering the source of the tan leather bag?

Keryn @ walkingon travels

So glad I found this. I have the most terrible time packing and I’m headed to Europe for 5 weeks this fall. The kicker is I have to pack myself AND my two little boys into one medium sized suitcase for the entire trip. And of course I want to look fabulous while over there. Thanks for the tips!

Bethaney - Flashpacker Family

This is exactly what I needed to see!

Personally I’d probably ditch the trench coat and sub in a big black cardi. I’d also add in some yoga pants and/or leggings because I need something I can chase a toddler in.

Sarah

I take photographs on my phone of my outfits ahead of time so that when I’m on a trip I remember how I was planning to style something. It makes getting dressed on the trip easier!

dolores

I went to Switzerland for 3 months – Sept to Dec. Packed one suitcase that I could manage by myself and a light carry on. I’m also a photographer and wanted to bring my camera. Packed very light because I had no winter clothes. When I got there I went shopping – at thrift stores. Bought a coat for $30 that was perfect, made in Germany and also a couple of tops. Also note that bright colors are not fashionable in Europe. Go for the neutrals, accessorize with scarves. Buy those in Europe too. When time to come home I donated the clothing I didn’t want. Some of the clothes were those that I had brought from Florida. So that left room for my NEW clothing!
Remember that there are STAIRS in Europe that you have to negotiate and you will have to carry your suitcase, carryon, etc. You will also have to put your stuff in an overhead bin by yourself. Many times a gentleman will help you, but there are times when it is just you. Plan accordingly.

IsabellesTravel

Great list, will come in handy for my next city break.

Corey

You can pack lighter by doing laundry on the road. However drying the clothes was a problem, until now.

There is a new invention called the Vapper Dryer which can (really) dry a shirt in under 10 minutes and folds to the size of a newspaper when not in use. More information including a video is available at http://www.laundry-alternative.com/drying.htm

Jess- getSNAZZY.com

Great list! I’m glad I found it on Pinterest! I’m your newest follower. I saw that you are in Fort Worth – me too 🙂

James @ The Savvy Backpacker

Wow, this is a great article about packing light!

vc

I definitely like the idea of the shakedown and to think about laundering clothes. I’ve been looking around at different websites of how people travel. I’d probably cut out shoes, but guys tend to have it easier there…flip flops, athletic shoes, and nice, nice pair of dress shoes cover just about everything.