Step 2 of 9 · Pack a Suitcase for a Week in a Carry-On
Choose five tops and one layer
Choose five tops and one layer — step 2 of 9 in Pack a Suitcase for a Week in a Carry-On. Five tops means one per day with two spare for sweaty or spilled-on situations.
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Five tops means one per day with two spare for sweaty or spilled-on situations. Pick three t-shirts or blouses in solid colours and two slightly dressier options (a button-up, a nice knit). Again, every top must work with every bottom. Lay them on the bed and pair each top with each bottom — if any combination looks absurd, swap that piece.
The one layer is a jacket, cardigan, or hoodie that you wear onto the plane. It does not go in the suitcase. Choose something that handles both air conditioning and cool evenings. A lightweight packable down jacket or a denim jacket covers most climates. If you are going somewhere tropical, a linen shirt worn open counts as your layer.
You'll need
- 3 neutral bottoms selected
- 5 tops that pair with all bottoms
- 1 layer chosen for plane wear
- All combinations tested on the bed
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