I hate checking luggage -- especially on the way to a destination! I refuse to spend any time waiting for my luggage when I could be getting on my way to the see the place I've flown six hours to see. For that reason I'm also restricted to toiletries in a liquids baggie. Check that magic out here!
I'm also trying not to look like a slob though, so check below for a handy-dandy packing list: 15 items of clothing to get you through 10 days. Let's be clear though, I'm not including socks/undergarments in that 15. For two weeks That's just...no. Shoes, accessories, outerwear though -- it all counts.
SIDEBAR: The crazy person inside me hates the fact that I have more items of clothing than there are days in my trip. If this were a beach vacation and not a European city break, things would be very different.
- To see these outfits in action, check out the vlog here! -
The reason I prefer to travel with close to nothing is that I will inevitably shop. In fact, it's nice to build your wardrobe along the way with treasure you've picked up -- at least you know you'll use all the souvenirs you've purchased. Caveat Emptor: It's not a guarantee you'll find something, so don't go naked.
PS: You'll notice that makeup and skin care are suspiciously absent. Next week!
PPS: Yes, everything listed below (and more) fits into the cases seen above or onto my body. That's it, folks!
DRESSES
- sweater dress OUTERWEAR - wool overcoat TOPS - 2 tees - 2 tanks - silk oxford shirt - black jersey cardigan - cashmere sweater UNDERWEAR - bandeaus - black tights - socks - underwear - pyjamas PLANE - ginger chews - headphones - thick socks - amusement - eye mask - face mask |
BOTTOMS
- skinny jeans - black jeans SHOES - flats - biker boots ACCESSORIES - everyday bag - infinity scarf OTHER - flip flops - towel - scrubby towel - meds (charcoal / Gravol / Tylenol / melatonin) TECH - gopro + cable - phone + cable - sd cards - wall adapter + dual plug DOCS - passport - travel itinerary - insurance |
*Format stolen from Sophie at The Private Life of a Girl. She is my guiding light towards minimalism
I absolutely hate checking in luggage too. You never know if they're going to lose it!
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately my packing isn't as streamlined as yours. I try to pack just what I need, but there are always those what-if situations that play out in my head.
Most what-if situations can be aplved when you get there ;-)
DeleteWizardry. How is that so small?!
ReplyDeleteLight layers are your bffs!
DeleteWhat! So small!!! I wish my packing process was as streamlined, but for a beach I need to bring the big bottles of sunscreen with me.
ReplyDeleteOmg as you should. Packing tip: whoever has the least liquids has to bring the big bottle of sunscreen ;-)
DeleteAck, I had a huge dilemma when I was packing for 9 days in Seoul, too—I ended up very underprepared and kicking myself in the face because it was SO COLD.
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