How I pack a carry-on (& get the most out of it!) — Intro
Sometimes, you just want to take a quick weekend trip & not have to hassle with a checked bag. Sometimes a carry-on can be all you need!
For those who struggle with over-packing, this post is for you!
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For me, the 5 keys to successfully packing a carry-on you can actually make outfits from are:
1) Maximizing the size of your carry-on and personal item (aka taking the biggest ones you can that fit the airline’s dimensions)
2) Packing your absolute essentials (personal hygiene items, makeup, etc)
3) Packing versatile/neutral pieces that can be dressed up or down (denim, a little black dress, white sneakers, etc)
4) Letting jewelry highlight the outfit (doesn’t take up much space and can change the look of outfits)
5) Wearing your bulky layers vs packing them (especially if traveling to cold weather) -or- using compression bags
It’s as simple as that — but I’ll be breaking down parts 1-5 in detail here with separate posts.
Stay tuned for more!
Note: this post is part of a 7-series of posts on “How to pack a carry-on (& get the most out of it!)”: (intro, parts 1-5, and conclusion)
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