The Packing Rule That Changed Everything for Me

I used to be that woman. The one crouched on the airport floor, silently and furiously shifting things from one bag to the next to avoid paying the overweight fee—sweating through her cute airport outfit in the process. The one dragging a second tote that weighed more than her toddler. And later, the one standing in a hotel room, staring at an overstuffed suitcase and panicking because—despite packing everything—nothing quite worked.

Sound familiar?

Then I learned a packing rule that changed everything. And no, it’s not “just bring a carry-on” (though I do love a carry-on when it works). This rule is simple, game-changing, and the reason I now look and feel like myself on every trip—minus the stress.

These pieces have earned their spot in my late summer packing: White Blouse, Striped Wide-Leg Pants, Sandals, Crossbody Bag, Earrings, Perfect Vintage Jeans, Bracelet, Striped Button-Down, Straw Bag, Necklace, Packable Hat