Packing For A Trip To London | LESS IS MORE

It's important to have a versatile wardrobe when you're travelling to save on space! Here is what I'm packing for a 9-day trip to London. I'll explain how less is more!
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Packing For A Trip To London | LESS IS MORE
00:00 Introduction
00:20 Rimowa Suitcase
00:45 Most Versatile Item I Own
02:25 Pinstripe Alan Flusser Jacket
02:53 Navy Divij Bespoke Jacket
03:48 Prince of Wales Divij Bespoke Jacket
05:38 Picking My Shirts
09:09 Shoes I'm Bringing
12:09 Let's Pack Everything Up!
13:11 Trouser Packing Tip!
15:23 Tie Selection
17:50 Other Essentials
21:09 Jacket Packing Tip!
24:41 Shoe Packing Tip!
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[@Townshipfarmer]

I just eat lunch in a one ton dodge truck in coveralls covered in cow manure. This video is refreshing.

[@christinecortese9973]

And I have a wonderful pair of nameless Walmart boots with goat head studs all over the soles. Love how they sound like castanets on the Circle K floor.

[@jeremiah1528]

@@christinecortese9973 haha 😄

[@MartinIrwin]

1 ton? Light!

[@CL-vz6ch]

I keep a smart navy suit for court dates. However, I've not needed it for several years since I last made an appearance for leathering an arsehole in Edinburgh for kicking my van and threatening me.

[@skerdoo523]

@@MartinIrwin That’s the rating for the payload. Not the weight of the truck itself. 1 ton is generally the largest for most commercial pickups.

[@johnuhrig6993]

I recently traveled to France. I made sure to pack my bespoke sweats as well as lavender Crocs for maximum comfort. For t-shirts, Hanes is always my designer of choice.

[@Nathan-pp5lj]

Lol 😂

[@charliebowen5071]

Bespoke sweats 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 you lot got more money than sense

[@Yousoundvaxxed]

Lmfaoo

[@ak203]

What's your preference for a hoodie, daytime wear and evening?

[@jakstrike1]

Great guide for time travelling to 1950s Londonm

[@guy1234484]

I’m regularly travelling up to London for work from Cornwall for days at a time. I need my suits, shirts and shoes in pristine condition but want to be as efficient as possible. These packing tips, particularly the jacket folding technique, may just revolutionise my life - seriously!

[@philopapos]

Pure pleasure and joy watching this. I live in a rather simpler world, barely wearing a suit once a year, but this is really informative and elegantly made. Thanks!

[@Antenox]

“Less is more!” “Six ties, shoe polish, shoe brush, cigar cutter, a dozen wooden hangers, two pairs of identical black shoes…”

[@jamiekferguson]

If you've forgotten anything or need any 'extra' clothes when you hit London you can buy quality gear in Tesco; that's where I buy my threads. Cut the labels off and no-one in Mayfair will know the difference.

[@malik575]

😂😂😂

[@corylane5693]

What does Kirby do for a living? Does he shine shoes? I rekon a dustbin bloke could wear a double breasted if he wanted to.

[@G.D.9]

@@corylane5693 He sells expensive formal clothes to other gentleman who pack their luggage including thick heavy wooden hangers and shoe polish accoutrements, since you can't have peasants spreading their cheap and nasty supermarket goo on your shoes at the shoe-shine stand at the airport, right?

[@gratefulpipeandcigar3239]

Dang. Are you guys roasting Kirby?

[@G.D.9]

@Glenn Watson That's what you get from being a peasant, my respects Milord

[@sunnystalham623]

I will never misplace that jacket trick it’s a game changer! Incredibly excited for your Davidoff content to be released in the coming weeks

[@swissgator6312]

Most of the time I fold my dress shirts and put them in the plastic bag they came in. However, sometimes I pack like Kirby did but the trick is to layer a dry cleaning bag between each shirt. They create a slippery surface between each shirt to reduce wrinkling. Safe travels!

[@regsantotomas]

Totally appreciate this video as I plan to travel to London and Paris at the end of the year and it gives me some guidance what to pack. And of course, I need to leave room for the items I plan to buy.

[@atb3603]

Kirby is such a meticulous guy! And such a gentlemen. Thank you for putting so much thought into your explanations!

[@headgroundsman1650]

Kirby is such a good guy, wishing him a safe journey and good times on his travels.

[@jlozano2014]

Kirby is a gentleman to the highest degree. Wearing a suit on the plane, I have to be ridiculously comfortable. Wish I could do it.

[@MossEYE-]

A suit doesn’t make a gentleman. Most of the times it creates quiet the opposite.

[@Kataang101]

Watching this man really makes you care for the nice things you have even if you may not have as many.

[@chezlarissa]

Kirby, your attention to detail and practically is simply incredible. Even for a lady like me, this was super informative. Very much appreciated.

[@alexjohnstonjohnston5374]

I hope you enjoy your time here Kirby. I look forward to the great content!

[@Christoph.500]

Thank you for making this video, Kirby, and putting so much effort into explaining your choices . I hope you had a good trip and l look forward to seeing your next videos. Cheers!

[@thomasnoble1816]

I need to pack for two non-slovenly weeks in Italy in the summer so I appreciate this as a jumping off point.

[@darrensworkshop6783]

Kirby - Love the videos. It's great to see our American friends dressing in the old traditional way the English dressed. It's a shame we Brits don't dress in accordance with history. Dressing like this is so nice but so many do not understand our own history. Keep up the great work my friend and again thank you.

[@thomasnoble1816]

The Ziploc bags are a great concept for "leakable" items, but I would recommend reusable silicon bags instead. They are sturdier and make for a better presentation.

[@callumalliston5162]

I live in London and would definitely pack a Burberry trench raincoat to provide some sort of extra protection against the rain and another layer for the wind that follows the river

[@antihypebeast3311]

Crombie or nothing

[@Fidgottio]

@@antihypebeast3311 My dad has a Crombie coat that's been in the family for probably around 100 years, if not longer, and is still going strong. Unfortunately either my grandfather or great-grandfather had it shortened when the longer style went out of fashion

[@edwardbroderick3770]

Exceptional Video. Thanks for all the guidance.. It seems to me that we have lost our elegance over the years. I am thrilled that someone like you keeps are standards up!!

[@user-yl7lz1hm6r]

why do i find this channel so addictive to watch. My dress / lifestyle couldn't be remotely different.

[@NicholasIngel]

Have been looking forward to this video since you mentioned you were going on your trip. Looking forward as well to the wonderful videos that will be coming from it I’m sure the trip was a tremendous success. Thank you again for the wonderful content.

[@Green_Ninja1979]

Would be very cool to have a travel day. Show the highs and lows of all the events of the day to get to London. Also, would be amazing to join you some day as it seems like the most epic of trips. Thanks for all the videos and keep doing what your doing as it never grows old. Appreciate it Kirby.

[@bartwhite5768]

Rad vid. I'm a commercial diver/underwater welder and haven't worn a suit in years sadly, but always enjoy the vids and tips. Keep it up 🤙

[@demetripapachristopoulos3295]

Lots of good tips in there. I'll employ many of them on my next biz trip.

[@roberthoffhines5419]

Tie #2 was the first I purchased from you...good choice! Hoping maybe a few of the currently "out of stock" ties might come back with you...

[@ericrickert3045]

wow! and I was pretty proud that I had two Allen Edmonds shoe bags instead of one large one. That is really organized!

[@cyrilhudak4568]

We were all waiting to have the $64,000 question answered once and for all. Kirby Allison Boxer or Brief? I guess he is strictly commando.

[@chunkychinn]

Best way and you have extra packing space for important things like cigars, as if London doesn`t have any.

[@jamespalsson746]

Ngl was actually skipping through the video to find out

[@G.D.9]

Maybe he also uses his underwear for 3 days in a row, if he dosn't sweat too much.

[@animalmgsavage9346]

@@G.D.9 🤢🤢🤮🤮

[@autotraindome]

@@G.D.9 there is a video where he talks about the fact that he sweats more than most people. And one of his other packing videos he does pack underwear and they are very interesting looking small briefs. I hope he changes in frequently!

[@brissiAU]

As a person who has just retired, I am ticking stuff off my bucket list, you have added an item, to have a custom made suit made. Keep up the great content on this channel.

[@toonsoffun5733]

The shirt hangar trick is great! Definitely going to try it next time I travel.

[@kirbyallison]

It's so good! I normally travel with a small Rimowa carry-on. If you position the hangers where they fact the side handle, as opposed to top handle, you can perfectly fit a shirt in with one center fold. It's amazing. So much time lost on taking shirts on/off of hangers saved...

[@kingkongking11]

just perfect thank you for all the great advice

[@miscgloryofficial4527]

if only my wardrobe was still only suits...the simplicity of this your packing is wonderful...

[@allanstewart98]

Hope you have enjoyed your trip to London , if you make it to Scotland (Perth ) you are welcome into our barbers on George street Anderson’s ( since 1885) for a haircut and a cigar , our collection may be small but we have over 300+ whiskeys to pair with and for special guests will lock the doors for cigars sampling (indoors )

[@Ati485]

Thanks Kirby. This video was very informative even for me as a lady.

[@Nightshade17655]

See Kirby actually talks like a everyday person who's just passionate about something. He also talks about clothes and work like everyday people are listening. It's really cool

[@rudiausbuddeln]

nope he‘s not really an everyday person

[@llindstad]

I did not know Kirby travelled commando, but it makes sense when you want to pack as light as possible.

[@richardrubert1359]

This was great. I wish I was going. There is nowhere like Mayfair & St James's.

[@Cirias]

I had a little laugh when you said "I'm going to limit myself to 5 ties" 😄 To be honest, as a Brit we don't really dress formally here anymore unless you're working in the City in banking or something. However, it's really great to watch your videos and see someone so passionate about dressing well.

[@professorpelotard7925]

Good video. Really looking forward to the upcoming London content.

[@sfoeric]

Hope you are traveling in Business Class! Love the packing tutorial too.

[@justinmitchell9195]

Wow a lot of great information.! A lot of great takeaways. Thank you .

[@james-p]

Good tips for travelling with suits, thanks!

[@jtb52]

Great to see you getting ready. Like the Prince of Wales. I've got one but not bespoke! Never mind. My mum taught me to dress well and have pride in that. Peak suit has passed. Office is getting less and less formal and now Marks and Spencer are removing suits from most stores.

[@markhardycreative]

Its going to be a bit grey here in the uk this week. Look forward to seeing your videos of your trip, safe travels.

[@QuiGeoJinn]

I now travel with a tie case and shirt box, though my travel for business if only a few days and out of London (I live in London so have never travelled to London so to speak) so usually have less casual evening wear.

[@nodieusa]

I can appreciate all the preparation for this trip. I've been to London many times, several for work but most of them for pleasure. I really enjoy site seeing and I hope you've done your fair share of it around the UK and the rest of Europe. Considering you have, what would your wardrobe look like for such trips?

[@kirbyallison]

Had I been going to Paris or Italy, I would have added brown shoes and some more casual suits.

[@dannenoob]

Seeing you respond so politely to rude comments is impressive!

[@kerryevans7283]

Next time I go to a Star Trek convention, I'm using the Jacket packing trick to keep my uniforms nice. Thanks Kirby.

[@mateuszolszamowski2488]

I'm sure you've done it many times and somehow it works, but I would be afraid of folding a such a beautiful jacket and risking it getting crushed... Have you considered packing your jackets in a garment bag? There are some nice ones around that have extra space for shoes and accessories

[@mharmaansheikh6388]

I wish I vist London someday I love London its weather its culture everything

[@Topshaman-pk2rx]

The other things I would certainly pack would be a few pocket squares and a couple of scarves. And maybe a pair of slippers for the hotel.

[@SuhaibAndrabi]

I mean this as a compliment, it's as if the essence of Niles and Frasier crane manifested as a real person.

[@billivory2754]

Its all in the preparation. Thanks

[@nicholasward9502]

I love my Rimowa luggage, sadly I don’t have as many suits as you but this video is fantastic

[@originalvybepromotions7269]

Really enjoyed seeing the process. Do you ever wear undershirts or white cotton t-shirts under your shirts? I find it an extra level of comfort

[@restabanz]

I found after years of business travel every week that using dry cleaning bags on my shirts and trousers leaves them remarkably wrinkle free on arrival.

[@roskes]

Wonderful video, Kirby, as always!!! London is indeed the bet place to wear these shoes, but the worst to keep your shoe shine intact, mainly because of the rain. Rather than the pate de luxe, I've found Saphir Renovateur to make a better job, particularly after the raindrops dry.

[@onlymeloni]

It will be a micro climate in London, where Kirkby will find sartorial sophistication. For my occupation I wear shirt, tie and waistcoat - people ask where the wedding is!

[@Wawalsh1234]

Good video, looking forward to the London videos.

[@OishiiBoba]

I have no idea why I watch this guy so much. It's an addiction. I wear sweatpants and t shirts every day and am 27. Keep doing your thing Kirby. You deserve more subscribers fam.

[@kirbyallison]

haha well I appreciate you watching!

[@busterbiloxi3833]

Aspirations are good!

[@_pjd]

Welcome back to London Kirby.

[@raphthecollector3824]

Great tips Kirby. I don't wear hats but I'd be curious to know how you manage to keep your hair neat and pristine in spite of wearing a hat. Could be a video maybe? Safe journeys and looking forward to your new London videos!

[@kirbyallison]

When we are filming, I don’t wear my hat for this exact reason. Hard to avoid the hat hair.

[@teenoso4069]

My batman packs for me and his batman's batman for him. We pack coats for Autumn in London and more variety in our shirts and shoes

[@allan5721]

I didn't realize how unfunctional my closet was until I watched this. I'm envious.

[@vijayaraghvank654]

Nice, Kirby, very useful tips 👍

[@chasenelson5586]

Completely off topic, I may have missed a video or two on Kirby's collection, but I still wonder if the Plaid Tweed Jacket Kirby was having commissioned from Huntsman and Sons(November 15th 2019 video I belief) is finished or has yet do to some shortage. it just happens to be one my more favorite videos to watch. Watched in at least 5 times in the last 6 months.

[@sharkyshark3296]

The Cigar Cutter is by far the most important item in your luggage !

[@johnmotzi4863]

I occasionally have had trouble with TSA inspectors not understanding how the dividers operate on the checked Rimowa luggage - rather than open the single tab, they sometimes undo the two hinge tabs and then of course lose the strips under the clothing when they fold back the divider. They then close it up unfastened since they've lost the hinge strips. Then when I open the luggage, everything falls out. So now I put a few strips of duct tape along the hinge side, so they cannot see anything to undo there. On the single tab I put a label "Open Here". Seems to work :)

[@neckroteddy]

I always love your shoes.

[@rickykahlon8321]

Love your videos 👍🏼

[@roncooke2188]

Interesting video superb packaging demonstration

[@dphotos007]

When I travel I like to be comfortable on the plane and I would never wear a suit and tie. If you are going for 9 days I bring 3 pieces of sleep wear. For my shaving kit I use a Peak Design black kit bag. They also make a great tech travel black bag. Think double bagging shoes reminds me of being like Felix Unger. That is over doing it.

[@alanmooney]

Another great video, I'm travelling to Chicago next year, handy tips to consider-Where did the pull out closet hook come from, very handy

[@ddbb6721]

A class act Dallas Texas USA Guy great presentation 👏

[@lullemans72]

hey kirby, if you still have the chance to read these comments, i'm curious to know if you have any plans to travel to new destinations in the future? there's so much to see in europe aside from just paris and london. i'm guessing you're usually traveling there for business, but as a european myself i would love to see you visit other cities and countries too.

[@MikeB071]

Safe trip! Some really good tips, but as for the socks, I need a fresh pair every day!

[@kirbyallison]

The fresh pair of socks is really a personal preference... I find that I do not perspire that much, so it isn't something that bothers me as long as I can rotate (I won't wear the same pair two consecutive days). The 100% natural fiber construction of our Sovereign Grade dress socks really goes a long way. Any polyester and this all goes out the window... it doesn't naturally release the odors and moisture.

[@james-p]

Yeah, my dogs sweat like pigs! I usually pack 5 pair of socks and shorts no matter how long my trip is, and just hit the laundromat. I've become fairly skilled at navigating London and Paris laundromats lol.

[@craigslistnothing6015]

The briefcase really stands out because, unlike everything else in this video, it's not at all immaculate. Those scuffs that it gets from age and travel seem to imbue it with a certain kind of character and intrigue that it just wouldn't have if it was brand new.

[@Mr031068]

Your right in taking your own hangers they never have enough in the premier inn

[@rubinsteinway]

Considering all the items, you did a splendid job. I was looking forward to seeing where you'd put the cigars. :-)

[@kirbyallison]

Cigars would have simply gone in a boveda bag in the luggage (with the shirts for protection). But, as I said, I truly look forward to acquiring my cigars from Davidoff of London while there.

[@james-p]

@@kirbyallison Ah, yes! I don't pack cigars to London either - I always look forward to visiting James Fox and getting some there!

[@hoffwell]

Kirby, I take it you do a 'Crocodile Dundee' and wash your one pair of crackers in the bath. You perhaps dry them overnight on the radiator?

[@jjalbinger]

Charvet is a good entry level shirt but I prefer a higher end brand which have a more custom fit

[@marekjemala7363]

Would recommend to pack ties with the shelf.

[@hunterluxton5976]

I normally pack my cravat case and walking canes along with my fedora and monocle case. The rest then follows.

[@guapotomask]

Hope you have fun paintballing in London!

[@wcfitnesspanda522]

Tie on the plane. That’s commitment

[@CJtheThird]

When sitting in lay flat seats on longer flights, do you change out of your suit clothing to sleep?

[@vicentegregorio6476]

I just to travel for business and pleasure for many years, you did a great job! Any casual clothes for off days?

[@kirbyallison]

For my trips to Europe, there are sadly few (basically no) off days. And even off days I’m still dressed up.

[@diyplumbing2463]

Ive been looking to travel to london in August for my 40th. Be a tourist, but one day, put the suit on get a cuban and enjoy some finer things.

[@widgetno1]

This man is clinically insane

[@patrickdean4853]

What does any of this achieve?

[@MauricXe]

Interesting that you pack the hangers. I would have thought they would be in the way as they can be a pain to pack around. But your rationale around not trusting the hotel's hangers is sound. The jacket fold is a pro tip. That may be worth highlighting in a video (if you haven't done so already)

[@jyc313]

Yeah but that trick isn’t even something this random dude came up with - go look online and you’ll see many other people showing you the same method.

[@MauricXe]

@@jyc313 I know. But thanks for highlighting that for others.

[@kirbyallison]

I find that the time saved not having to take every shirt off the hanger is game changing. And, surprisingly, it does not really take up any extra room.

[@scsmith4604]

Kirby needs to hook up with Andrew Henderson at Nomad Capitalist. Andrew would advise Kirby to have a place in London and to keep a separate bespoke wardrobe at the flat in London so he does not need to worry about the details of packing.

[@kirbyallison]

Lol. Couldn’t agree more. Andrew needs to sponsor our Patreon so Kirby can buy said place and wardrobe. +1

[@k4vms]

In all my travel, I always used a hanging bag for my suites, shirts, and ties. I’m wondering why you do not like hanging bag ? Also, my luggage has various type of tie downs so things do not shift during the trip. Ricky from IBM, Ret

[@davidodonoghue3717]

Let's hope those jackets are waterproof considering it's the UK and it's already started pouring rain here on a daily basis!

[@user-dw8ud2hw5d]

Kirby, how would you pack for say a 3 - 4 day business trip, international..?

[@lofat48]

Kirby, a packing question; have you ever found it beneficial to pack either your suits or shirts in plastic dry cleaner bags for travel? My understanding is that this alleviates the fabric rubbing against itself causing it to wrinkle. Your thoughts here would be most appreciated. Thank you.

[@DisabledPrepper]

Best way to protect them and also saves weight from the full suit covers. I always pack my suits in the light covers. Also protects the suit if anything leaks into the suitcase.

[@ForTheLoveOfSuits]

I googled it but I can't find a clear answer. Why is the first jacket called a stroller?

[@sbkinkead]

Wonderful content Sir

[@rowauthority]

It is a dream of mine to have some shirts made at Charvet (and shoes at John Lobb). I'm now going to see if you have a video up for Charvet. Thank you for your content. I'm a little surprised you didn't take, at least, one Repp tie. Is it because the Brits take regimental ties so seriously?