Packing made easy again!
Leave the stress and heavy bags behind you ✈️
1. Ask yourself: Backpack or Suitcase?
Each has their own pros and cons, and everyone has their personal preference. Let's take a quick look at each!
Less structure More structure
Weight on back No weight on back
Will not get checked Might get checked
2. Pick a sizable personal item
This is a huge part of being able to pack carry on only!
Personal items DO have to have to be smaller than 18 x 14 x 8 and able to fit under the airplane seat, but this gives you an extra bag to be able to pack toiletries, an extra outfit, all electronics, and your wallet in!
[pictured: Sloane in black, size small]
3. ALWAYS make a list
Everyone does this a bit differently, but I typically pick out my clothing by...
- Starting with shorts/pants... I pick 3-4 very different pairs for different settings
- Pick versatile tops that can be mixed & matched with the shorts/pants you have chosen
- 1 dress
- 1 pair of pajamas
- 1 regular bra, 2 sports bras
- However many days my trip is is how many pairs of underwear I'll bring
- 2 pairs of shoes (1 casual, 1 nice)
4. Pick out & Lay out
Gather all clothing, toiletries, electronics, and everything else that's on your list!
I like to lay everything out so that it can easily be seen while we get to step 5...
[pictured: Joey socks, Mia in Denim Heather, Vivi in Deep Fern, Sloane in black, Addie in Cream Heather, and Mia in Basil]
5. Pack it all in!
Grab your checklist and get ready! I like to check off every item as I pack it in to be sure I don't forget anything!
I typically pack my shoes on the bottom of my suitcase to avoid the bottom of them touching any of my clothes.
Next goes all of the clothes!
I do like to set aside one outfit into my personal item for easy access - you know never know!
All electronics and wallet go in next for accessibility!
Want to view my video on Packing in 5 Simple Steps? Check it out here!