A fine packing ensures that you enjoy your vacation fully or if you are up for an important work it will ensure that you go on well without any trouble.
Here are a few mistakes one often commits and tips to smartly fill your suitcase.
Mistake: Over packing
The biggest mistake is over-packing. People don,t know what they are going to wear and are afraid to sacrifice stuff. Lay clothes out on the bed and mix and match outfits to see what works. Choose a couple neutral colored bottoms to pair with different tops, or pick a color scheme such as blue and white.
Coordinating your outfits around one or two shades ensures you always have something that matches. For extended trips, bring a few less outfits than the number of days you will be away. Wear basics several times; no one will notice.
Mistake: You fold instead of roll
Rolling is a great way to maximize space in a suitcase. First, fold the article of clothing lengthwise once. Then, roll tightly as you would a sleeping bag.
Lay the piece of clothing in your bag with heavier items like jeans or sweaters along the bottom and near the wheels for balance. Light items, like pajamas or t-shirts, should be on top.
For fancier items you don’t want to roll, place a piece of dry-cleaner plastic or tissue between each layer to prevent wrinkles.
Mistake: You want one whole suitcase all to yourself
If you are traveling with a partner, it seems logical to each pack your own suitcase. But if a piece of luggage gets lost, one of you is left with nothing. Go half-and-half; split your wardrobes between two bags.
Mistake: You buy a whole new wardrobe specifically for your trip.
Don’t try a new look on vacation. New clothes you are not used to wearing may not fit as well or look as good as they did in the dressing room when you bought them. Instead, stick with trusted outfits you know you look good in.
Mistake: You procrastinate
You wait until the last moment. Then you are stressed and cannot think clearly, so you end up packing too many options and don’t have what you need. Start packing a few days in advance. Make a list of the activities to determine what you need.
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