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

9 ай бұрын

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

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.

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.

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

9 ай бұрын

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

9 ай бұрын

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

@pappyone6062

8 ай бұрын

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”.

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!

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?

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.

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 ❤

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…😂❤

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.

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.

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 ...❤

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

That was awesome! Thank you Emily🥰

those are super cute looks!

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.

Loved this video Emily ❤

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

Great video! Thank you for all the tips!

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

You always look so stylish! And great packing video!

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

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!

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!

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

They all fit in the sleeves of the flaps.

Amazing! Thanks!

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

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!! ❤

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

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

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.

Have a wonderful vacation 🎉 You have certainly earned it.

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

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

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.

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.

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

Going to Rome next spring and will use these tips.

Good job !

Emily, I do love your unique style. And your style is really like no other fashion KZreadr! 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

9 ай бұрын

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

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

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

Great info!!!

I love that backpack

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

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

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

hope you vlog from England!!

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

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😃

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

Have a great vacation!

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

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

9 ай бұрын

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.

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

9 ай бұрын

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

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!

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

9 ай бұрын

That sounds like a great trip! Have fun!

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

Thanks for sharing this, very helpful 🙂

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! :-)

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

9 ай бұрын

Sounds great! A retreat sounds so nice!

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

9 ай бұрын

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

9 ай бұрын

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

I’ll be doing a cruise version soon.

Travel safe!

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.

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!

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

Very good video!

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

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

9 ай бұрын

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

@1960genius

9 ай бұрын

@@noncompliance1922 thank you so much!!!

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

@EmilyWheatley

6 ай бұрын

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

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

@nylecoj5123

6 ай бұрын

Might have a mini crush now 🤪😂

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

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

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

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

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.

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

9 ай бұрын

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

@karengrohs4942

9 ай бұрын

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

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

@EmilyWheatley

8 ай бұрын

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

Have a great time! 🙂⭐🙏🏼❤

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

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

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

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

@barbaracunningham2929

9 ай бұрын

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

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

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

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.

18 day trip this November traveling to Mexico City through Texas

@EmilyWheatley

9 ай бұрын

Oh wow, super cool trip! Have fun!

Very helpful video. Where do you pack your undies?

Underwear? Toiletries?

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

9 ай бұрын

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

@alamedadanceparty

9 ай бұрын

@@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.

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?

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

9 ай бұрын

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.

Off to Edinburgh 😊

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

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

@EmilyWheatley

8 ай бұрын

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.

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

Throw in the little scarf you’re wearing….

Do you ever wear skirts or dresses?

I love color, forget black!

No underwear, pjs, sox, slippers, etc?

No underwear/socks/jewelry/hair care/makeup/nightwear????