A Travel CAPSULE WARDROBE method for packing - 3 weeks in half a suitcase - Travel Outfits

[@noncompliance1922]

Good stuff, Emily! I just got back from a 10 day trip to Scotland and packed very similarly. Two black bottoms, six pairing pieces, a black cardigan sweater, a black raincoat and rainboots. Accessorized with two scarves and simple jewelry. I wore a pair of black leggings, a black T, a black and white stripe sweater, a black quilted vest and my comfortable black slip-on shoes. The packed items fit nicely into a small carry-on roller. I used my personal under-the-seat bag as my purse but included a fold-up backpack for my day pack while on the go. Our weather was very cool with highs in the low 60's and daily rains. I was prepared but put together! Thank you and travel safely with your beautiful family.

[@thatswhatisaidCA]

So, black (almost) everything and accessorize like crazy. 😊Sounds like me.

[@jennbidwelledwardson2885]

Used the capsule wardrobe method when I went to CA for 4 weeks in March. The biggest challenge was that I had 1 dressier event to attend and I couldn't justify a pair of shoes for a 1 day thing. I also packed in a carry on and personal bag. No checked luggage. So while I regret not having those special shoes and wearing a pair I wore all the time, in the end it was probably for the best as I ended up being dropped off at the venue and setting the entire place up- tables and chairs for guests, food tables, food on serving trays, beverage area direction, blah, blah, blag, but heels on that floor might have been a real nuisance to getting that done in the hour I had before guests started showing up. Hope your trip was/is wonderful. Time with family is precious.

[@jdunne4124]

Love your videos. Not really relevant to capsule wardrobe selection, but relative to travel - I used to have to travel to visit in-laws in Ireland regularly. I kept several items there, like raincoats and boots I didn't have to travel with. Also, I was traveling with three kids. I ALWAYS split everyone's clothing up in to separate bags. That way everyone had at least two outfits in each bag. If a bag is lost, no one goes without a change of clothes until it is found, which can sometimes be days or not at all.

[@rhondahathcock5491]

Great choices! I am interested in seeing what you pack in the toiletry bag. I struggle with packing only what I truly need out of my bathroom. Any tips to pare it down?

[@nuclearhotseat1550]

Great advice. Using your guidelines, I recently went to Brazil for two weeks to cover the International Uranium Film Festival. I packed in one carry-on bag, had everything from casual (screenings - tee shirts, cardigan, down vest) to formal (Speech I gave and awards ceremony - took a light weight silk/cut velvet kimono-style top layer), and everything worked with everything else. I looked great and felt confident about my clothes. Good stuff! And as a result of my exploits in Brazil, the film festival has now put me on staff and I'll be traveling with it around the US in 2024! Based on this tutorial, I'll have my capsule wardrobe selected and ready to go. Thanks for all your great tips and tricks!

[@kittygailey5028]

LOVE this. I really like taking as little as possible when I travel, and find planning ahead is worth it. (I’m famous for it among my friends, and have gone a little too far…but there are sweaters and clothes in other countries. LOL LOL) It’s great to hear what other people do. Thank you for sharing - and safe travels.

[@ainsliefreeman5461]

This is how l try to pack for all my holidays. I add jewellery, hats and scarves to dress up a simple look. I take minimal toiletries and head to a local supermarket for cheaper extras. But always take a good SPF product. Your video is much appreciated for new ideas … many thanks. Enjoy your holiday ❤

[@mrschaffee3]

Have a wonderful vacation 🎉 You have certainly earned it.

[@EmilyWheatley]

Thank you so much! I am back already as I sneakily posted the video the day we were returning. We had a great trip!

[@reranes2879]

Loved the content. Used tips for 11 fall days in Spain! Thx.

[@Jessy928]

Have safe travel, and a great time with family and friends!

[@neverstopdreaming6911]

I just found your channel yesterday. Absolutely in love with your style. Keep creating. You have it.

[@judithroers9655]

Great choices, for your trip. You can get three weeks of outfits, easily. Very helpful.

[@nikkisue1715]

Heading to NYC. This was truly helpful. I started to plan my capsule wardrobe yesterday, but I need to cut down. I find packing cubes very helpful. They are like portable dressers. Toiletries are the hardest things to cut down. What do you usually bring? Thanks for the packing tips. Enjoy your trip to England.

[@DianneRay-pj3wu]

Have a great vacation!

[@EmilyWheatley]

Thank you!!

[@wilandilaubscher9030]

Not travelling anywhere, but inspired for sure. Have a great trip!!

[@EmilyWheatley]

Ooooh sounds like a fun road trip and a good road trip crew to roll with :-)

[@tinybarabo]

I am always brining merino shirts, as I can wear them for several days, without washing. I am having only a small backpack for traveling. Even if I am away for months, but I make sure to have laundry services nearby or at the stay.

[@janicevin4207]

This is about my travelling stuff as well. The one thing I had a hard time not packing after so many years of travelling is the “just in case I have an event to go to” items! I NEVER did or could get away with my other pieces. Hopefully I now have my packing right! I can’t imagine packing for 3(or4?) more people! Have a good trip!

[@achaley4186]

Have a great time! 🙂⭐🙏🏼❤

[@EmilyWheatley]

Thank you so much!

[@brascadanzadelvientre9096]

Great video! Can we see the outfits you will wear during the three weeks? I would love to see them!

[@michellevette306]

Hey Emily great video thx. About to have a month in Europe from NZ- work and pleasure. Love your cool flats - where might I find them?

[@EmilyWheatley]

Oh wow! What a fun trip! NZ is on my list. The flats are the Mesh slingbacks from Nine West.

[@NurhanTurkfiliz]

Very nice to meet u:) made my day before i do my packing

[@EmilyWheatley]

Oh yay! So glad to hear. Hope packing went well.

[@janetlouer9487]

Love you and this channel!!! Going to London myself so this was EXTREMELY helpful. could you link where you got that carry on bag? PERFECT

[@archeewaters]

those are super cute looks!

[@lisataylor-vences1833]

18 day trip this November traveling to Mexico City through Texas

[@EmilyWheatley]

Oh wow, super cool trip! Have fun!

[@kellbell60]

This was great! I have a trip to Canada coming up, but it includes a stop in Seattle before and after. One carry on bag! I’ve got this.

[@wendymuir7818]

I've always liked the sheer practicality of the kind of bag you can wear at the waist. My go-to was a hip bag before it was cool, and I'm so glad someone designed one that looks this sleek and elegant.

[@Je-nny]

hope you vlog from England!!

[@40bdg]

Very helpful. I was hoping for a fashion show at the end, showing all of the outfits you made with these items you pa ked.

[@sharoncarey2931]

I loved your video,and your style, very helpful😊

[@robinsmith4499]

Loved! Headed to the East coast for ten days in October. Boston to Maine. One carry on! 😁

[@EmilyWheatley]

Sounds like a great trip! One carry on, no problem! :-)

[@WAG24205]

You always look so stylish! And great packing video!

[@FrenchTwist]

1 carry on wheelie got me easily through a 3 week trip traveling through France. That included lots of makeup!

[@nancylima8711]

Great video! Thank you for all the tips!

[@Lisa-sp5if]

Emily, I do love your unique style. And your style is really like no other fashion KZbinr! That is what I love… we purchased a Monos checked bag for our trip to England for two weeks and it is sublime. It’s lighter than most other bags its size, and we felt it held up really well! I think we’re gonna buy a couple more pieces…

[@EmilyWheatley]

Oh good, I'm so glad you like it. That's what I love is that it's light yet durable.

[@SarahSullivan-su1gj]

Loved this and all the pairings! Would you share the link to the headband again? Thank you!

[@EmilyWheatley]

I don't think the gold version is available anymore but here is the pearl version (my affiliate link) rstyle.me/+VrKJtZ381D-skUYTk5Cndg

[@Pattymelt415]

I would have loved to see you model the clothes that you are bringing on your trip. Thank you for your channel ❤️

[@PasoGirl7]

I’ll be doing a cruise version soon.

[@stephaniegrady8]

Going to Rome next spring and will use these tips.

[@txteach]

I really love the way you use neck scarves in your wardrobe…such a small but impactful detail. So I got a few from Madewell and Banana Republic and took them on my recent 2 week European trip. They really elevated my capsule wardrobe!! ❤

[@latishacampbell5764]

I am far from a minimalist, but my style is minimal. I have been working towards a more minimal life style. I have never looked at it this way until now, but I am minimal when I travel. I also choose black for its ease (favorite color 😁). I thought I was just being a light packer.

[@Lisa-sp5if]

Emily, this is my second time watching this! We actually went in May for 2 1/2 weeks to England… And I actually bought the monos check in bag and that was my favorite bag that we brought… We traveled around a lot so I had to pack and repack and it just was the easiest bag to pack. I hope this year I will be able to buy the carry-on bags for my husband and myself! Everybody, the monos bag is fabulous. And one great thing about it is that it is very lightweight so you can pack it with more things and you won’t hit the maximum weight as easily as with other heavier bags before even packing.

[@Darry4645]

Inspired to pack now for my 8 day October trip to SF, Seattle and Austin

[@heatherframpton9693]

Always excited to see another video from you, Emily...incredible style ideas for travel & everyday! I know that I am not alone in my excitement! 😊❤✈️🧳❤️💯Easter blessings to you & your family. Thinking of you ...❤

[@nylecoj5123]

With full honesty…That is the coolest and my new favorite intro 😳

[@nylecoj5123]

Might have a mini crush now 🤪😂

[@barbaracunningham2929]

I'm going to be on a 10-day train trip, this will be very helpful!

[@EmilyWheatley]

Ahhh a train trip sounds so fun! I've always wanted to do that. Where is it headed?

[@barbaracunningham2929]

From Toronto Ont to Vancouver British Columbia, and after a few days, I reverse the trip.

[@jackiebrown6577]

Great choices, great packing. Enjoy your trip! 😉☺️

[@EmilyWheatley]

Thank you! 😃

[@ShiraAnthony]

Perfect timing! We’re headed to Japan for 4 weeks in just a few days. I’ve been angsting over my packing list because trains there have limited luggage space and I’m not wanting to lug a big suitcase all over. I’m going to add one black dress and something for hiking in, but otherwise I’m going to focus on your suggestions so I can stick with a carry-on size suitcase. Awesome!

[@nuclearhotseat1550]

With radioactive water from Fukushima being dumped into the Pacific, don't eat any fish or seafood or anything that comes from Fukushima Prefecture (they're big on peaches).

[@thatswhatisaidCA]

Yeah, that's been happening for 12 years... gross. Maybe don't eat any seafood anywhere. @@nuclearhotseat1550

[@danadascenzo7761]

That was awesome! Thank you Emily🥰

[@donnakahansky6973]

Love your style and love what you chose to pack. I would have loved to see what you wore on the plane.

[@maryleegagne]

Wish I could go on a 3 week vacation! Wow.

[@ElizandradePaula]

I love this video, Emily! I'm always packing a lot of things and I don't use half (or more) of them. I'll try this method on my next trip. Tks a lot

[@lenapollock4850]

I would have loved to see all of your outfits on 😊

[@galebecker3487]

Loved this video Emily ❤

[@ilonna9623]

I always over pack🤦‍♀️. Really should adopt this method🫡

[@elizabethpace1591]

Thanks for sharing this, very helpful 🙂

[@EmilyWheatley]

Glad it was helpful! :-)

[@ANokes1]

I’ll be traveling this Christmas and haven’t done so for a while. Thanks. This should help me prepare. :) I saved it for packing time!

[@lindacurtis7267]

I’m going to England in a couple of weeks. That’s pretty much how I pack, I leave skin care products etc at my mum’s along with a jacket and walking shoes so I don’t need to pack those. I’ll say hi if I see you on your travels! PS don’t forget underwear.

[@tereclemmer7923]

Great capsule! I'm curious to know what you chose for your travel outfit. Thanks for all you share.

[@adairsulhoff5405]

Travel safe!

[@helenalice5946]

Thank you so much! I just packed for a 1½ week work trip using this video as a guide. I picked a color scheme of black and blue. Still have to decide on top offs. Some bring will go in case I need to dress up a bit.

[@coraromano8370]

What about shopping while you are there? Love the capsule travel Wardrobe- but shopping for shoes in England!!!!

[@EmilyWheatley]

I do loooooove shopping when I'm England. It's one of the only places I still love to go and actually shop in stores.

[@margarethooper8600]

Amazing! Thanks!

[@karengrohs4942]

I just got back from eight days in MN and did better at packing than my usual overpacking. I did, however, have laundry. I love the way all your pieces go together.

[@EmilyWheatley]

Oh fun! You were in my neck of the woods! Where did you go while you were here?

[@karengrohs4942]

Two days in St. Paul and then in Grand Marais took a trip to Isle Royale in there, too. @@EmilyWheatley

[@susanbuckley7357]

Great advice. I notice you roll some things and fold others. Do you have a what folds best over what's rolls best list? I would love to hear it. As an aside, in one of your older videos, you mentioned picking your edgy weapon and you mentioned that it for you it's hair. For me, it's nail color and I recently used that to help me make decisions. I love your channel!

[@laurafrisk735]

Great video. Lots of helpful advice. I would pack that much for one week! I have the Monos carry-on luggage, love it. Easy to pack, fits a lot, and looks great.

[@maryannsmith5348]

How do you pack your glam? I like to have my makeup/lashes/and perfumes/moisturizers/cosmetics. They always take up room. I always pack a cashmere shawl in my carry on, as well.

[@HRHDRK]

What about socks, underwear, toothbrush, makeup, etc?

[@kimmyers9170]

Great video! Wondering if you could please share a link to your tan button-front cardigan shown in the video? I really like it and it would fit into my wardrobe very well. Thanks!

[@1960genius]

This was so very helpful for me! Thank you Emily. I am going on a 7 day Caribbean cruise and needed some tips on how much to pack. I normally overpack which results in bringing way more than I need. When you mentioned the anchor pieces that hit me, lol!! I now know what to do! Thank you so much!!! Enjoy your family visit ❤

[@noncompliance1922]

Honestly, very few pieces are needed on a cruise. Keep it simple...😎

[@1960genius]

@@noncompliance1922 thank you so much!!!

[@jodiroth5934]

Great video! Also- need those mules- where are they from?

[@alamedadanceparty]

Going to Brindisi / Puglia Italy for 8 days in a couple of weeks. Still figuring out my travel capsule. Shoes will be the hardest because my comfortable walking shoes are super casual and I would prefer to be dressier in Italy. Yet, I need to be able to walk, so…..😖

[@EmilyWheatley]

Yea that's a harder one. Do you have any sneakers that are a bit more stylish?

[@alamedadanceparty]

@@EmilyWheatley I mean barely...they are just slightly better than my chunky Brooks running shoes. I have grey Sketchers. These are the best I can do and still be able to walk around as a tourist. It really limits my clothing options and is quite boring!! I would love to be dressier but every time I opt for less comfy shoes I can't really walk and that ends up being worse on holiday than looking casual/sporty.

[@tjgnkc]

Perfect timing! I was wondering what to pack in a duffle bag for 4 days in Buffalo, NY & Niagara, Canada. This really helps - thank you and enjoy your vaca.

[@EmilyWheatley]

That sounds like a great trip! Have fun!

[@kristinl9583]

Fashion friends - I have listed on Poshmark the “Lauren: Glen Plaid double breasted blazer” seen in this video -size 10. 💃🏼✨

[@susannebrowning7708]

Emily, Have you considered approaching TLC with a show idea? Women have been woefully lacking fashion guidance on tv since the ending of ‘What Not to Wear’. And to be perfectly honest, I still watch reruns as being styled and a new wardrobe is a fantasy of a lot of women. You can be the new (current) look and face to fashion.

[@EmilyWheatley]

Ahhhh you are the sweetest! That would be so fun!! I'm not sure I'm everyone's cup of tea though ;-) But you never know :-)

[@alamedadanceparty]

Would love that show. But I don't even have a TV, so as long as they put clips on KZbin, I'm good. 🤣

[@pappyone6062]

Amazing paring down of the items. I’m such an overpacker but will use these tips on my next Europe trip to Ireland and London. You can call those “topper” pieces “ finishing pieces”.

[@lindapark8467]

This got me thinking. I’m taking a 9 week trip to New Zealand and Australia. Nine bottoms, plus 7 tops? I will be planning on doing wash.

[@barbc7211]

Terrific I’m going on a retreat for three days and will use some of your strategies Emily to pack some outfits !! I’m a known eclectic maximalist so I’m excited to pare down into one small carry on :) I hope you have a wonderful trip with your family Emily thanks again Barb ❤

[@EmilyWheatley]

Sounds great! A retreat sounds so nice!

[@JudyBrizendine]

Great info!!!

[@debbiemullins9614]

Good job !

[@elisafraga4358]

I love that backpack

[@mlg8398]

Very helpful video. Where do you pack your undies?

[@silviasauc8570]

Very good video!

[@EmilyWheatley]

Thank you very much!

[@encorechamberensemble9211]

Thank you so much! We are going to London for December and I’ve only been there in summer, so not sure about packing outerwear…I.e., would a waterproof trench be warm enough? Or do I need a down coat, ankle-length, for warmth plus waterproofing? We plan to be walking a lot to the outdoor markets, so comfort is key, but I would prefer to just take 1 piece of outerwear. Advice? (And have a wonderful trip with your family!)

[@lynneroute1202]

I am going to London in December also. Was hoping my black trench, with a down sweater under when needed, will be enough. I look for ward to an answer to this question.

[@lizzkabat778]

Grateful for your capsule. However, since I’m driving 1,200 miles north from Florida with my ultra small dog and fabulous husband (no kiddos), I will pack just like you.

[@nellybash356]

Were you warm enough in England in September? We went back to school after the summer holiday in winter uniform as it was usually cold and raining.

[@anastasiarn7781]

Off to Edinburgh 😊

[@joannanangle4876]

If going for a week depending on what your doing I'd take for day wear ten tops at least three bottoms also one leggings night wear five tops three bottoms blazer one cardigan scarf raincoat two evening shoe or boot day shoes two pairs two hand bags two cardigans day only day scarf wear evening tops twice

[@listurner6139]

Really cute and helpful. I would have liked to see you model more of the outfits and how you can mix them up. What about pajamas and lingerie, toiletries?

[@heatherburrell8412]

The brown bag is all I take …….back pack for o e or 4 weeks …for the last 20 years

[@joannanangle4876]

Also one handbag would be enough three shoes packed and wearing the fourth bed shirt one

[@AnzaHelp]

how many times you wear your bottoms or tops before you wash them?

[@EmilyWheatley]

Tops probably wear 3 to 4 times depending on how dirty they get. But sometimes with baby twins I only a get a chance to wear 1 time. My jeans I didn't wash the whole time I was there and I wore them most days. My sweat pants I washed once. And Chinos Once.

[@Lisa-sp5if]

Here’s the thing, though… I don’t know if it’s really easy to do laundry on a trip. And you were case it’s a no-brainer, but if people aren’t going to stay at a place that has laundry… Not quite so much. For instance, my husband and I do not stay in Airbnb’s, and it could be quite pricey to do laundry in a hotel… I’m not talking about underwear, though, that is easy to do. But, I just think it’s really important to wear really good deodorant, and have some bleach or spot cleaner! That’s just my almost 60 years of living talking…😂❤

[@elizabethhill7695]

I would like to see someone wear all the outfits

[@hoticehilda6296]

Oof, I live in England, I have been wearing thermals most of the summer, even for England it has been a cold and gray summer. I did however grow up in Louisiana, so obviously used to a wildly different climate. I've read it takes two years to acclimate to a different climate. I've been here a decade. At this point it is obvious it just ain't gonna happen.

[@EmilyWheatley]

Haha, I'm with you, sometimes it just doesn't click. I lived in Southern California for 14 years and the hot weather never quite sat well with me. I always craved the 4 seasons from Minnesota where I'm originally from.

[@refinedsimplicity8420]

Just a suggestion but instead of top-off pieces, I would call them finishing pieces. Thx !

[@maureenlancaster1694]

Underwear? Toiletries?

[@helenherlitz9012]

Emily your packing didnt include underwear or pjs, sox - it all adds up!

[@EmilyWheatley]

They all fit in the sleeves of the flaps.

[@pegparrish3512]

No underwear, pjs, sox, slippers, etc?

[@monag.769]

Do you ever wear skirts or dresses?

[@stephaddiction]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@marylhere]

Throw in the little scarf you’re wearing….

[@margueritewoodall4880]

I love color, forget black!