Travel capsule: what to pack
A few pieces that all go together make more outfits than a full suitcase. Pick the trip length, the weather and your plans; you get a packing list, an outfit for every day and a checklist to print.
Your trip
How many days?
Weather there
What you'll be doing
How it's built
Why the list is so short
Everything pairs
Every piece goes with most of the others, so a handful of items makes a new outfit each day.
Right for the weather
Only pieces that can be worn in that climate, and every outfit shares a season.
No repeats back to back
No shoes or top two days running, and as many different pieces as possible.
Staying longer or packing for everyday life? Try a full capsule wardrobe.
Questions
Quick answers
How many outfits do I need for a week's trip?
Seven outfits don't need seven of everything: around ten pieces that all pair together cover a week without repeating an outfit.
How many shoes should I pack?
Two or three: one comfortable walking pair, one smarter pair, and sandals or boots depending on the weather.
What colours are best for travel?
Mostly neutrals (navy, grey, beige, black, white) plus one accent colour, so every top works with every bottom.
Should I pack for bad weather?
Pack one layer that works over everything, like a trench, a denim jacket or a light puffer, rather than a coat for each outfit.
Verdicts and outfits come from published colour and dress-code rules, not paid placement; garment images are AI-generated illustrations of generic pieces. How we decide