How To Pack Light for International Travel

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Today, I'm sharing with you how I plan and pack for international travel. You'll also get to see everything I wore for a 10 day trip!
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  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge
    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge Жыл бұрын

    I linked as much as I could in the description box below the video. If you enjoy my content, please be sure to like the video and subscribe! And if you REALLY like my content, consider joining us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/jenlefforge

  • @sharonrollins2386
    @sharonrollins2386 Жыл бұрын

    I love the packing videos. I’d like to see you collaborate with a plus size traveler and share tips that might help us “Pooh sized” people pack as efficiently like you do! As a plus size person who wants to start traveling more, I find packing to be my challenge.

  • @corigraves

    @corigraves

    11 ай бұрын

    Me too!

  • @llwil2003

    @llwil2003

    11 ай бұрын

    Yes

  • @llwil2003

    @llwil2003

    11 ай бұрын

    I write down the total high and low temps for all 4 countries in 5 weeks. Notes on possible rain.

  • @eileenbain5692

    @eileenbain5692

    10 ай бұрын

    Absolutely agree.

  • @alisong2328
    @alisong2328 Жыл бұрын

    I bought a featherweight cashmere scarf from Peili after seeing it recommended in a travel blog. It was a bit expensive ($89) but it's well worth the price! I always take it on the plane with me, as it's very warm and can double as a blanket. You can use it as a wrap or to cover your head in a mosque or temple, or even as a swimsuit cover-up. It's huge (90.5" x 39.4") but folds down to almost nothing. It can be draped around your neck, tied around your waist or tied to the handle of your bag. It comes in over 30 colors. I bought it in the dark teal color and it goes with just about everything.

  • @AshleySmith-he1pj
    @AshleySmith-he1pj Жыл бұрын

    Your packing vids are my favorite! So helpful ♥

  • @dawnturpin
    @dawnturpin Жыл бұрын

    Capsule wardrobes are so intriguing. I'm slowly working towards adult Garanimals goals, but it's going to take a while.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    It makes shopping so much easier for me, too, because I instantly what will and what will NOT play well together with the other clothes

  • @cjkathe
    @cjkathe Жыл бұрын

    Super great video, thank you! And 💯 for looking at the camera, yay!

  • @karenlangley8254
    @karenlangley8254 Жыл бұрын

    Love all your practical advice ❤

  • @gaillittle1700
    @gaillittle1700 Жыл бұрын

    I found Skeechers makes a vegan line that is washable. So you don't mind getting them wet. There also so comfy.

  • @dellnichols4625

    @dellnichols4625

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes! Bought a pair last week with ArchFit!

  • @helenstewart2085

    @helenstewart2085

    Жыл бұрын

    Vegan footwear is plastic isn't it.

  • @monaleggett4412

    @monaleggett4412

    Жыл бұрын

    Do you have the ordering information? Thanks!

  • @GourmetorGoodEnough
    @GourmetorGoodEnough Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! So helpful and the links are very appreciated. I am traveling 2 trips in the next month - one beach 6 nights, one Europe 11 nights - I’ll use all these tips!

  • @debbiemeyer7666
    @debbiemeyer7666 Жыл бұрын

    I loved your capsule wardrobe! I have 2 different blue denim jackets plus a white, a brown and black denim jackets. I’ve never even thought to see if any of them have inside pockets! I’m checking that out first thing in the morning. Thanks! 👍🏼🤗

  • @nickibishop8456
    @nickibishop8456 Жыл бұрын

    Loved this style of video, so great!

  • @Barbara-pz8ky
    @Barbara-pz8ky Жыл бұрын

    I Loved this video…Thank you SO much Jen…I do overpack…but here’s my take alway…check out merino wool…keep my trench coat.(wasn’t using it much and almost gave it away- yikes..) and get a few scarves…I appreciate your down to earth suggestions…thanks again.

  • @txteach
    @txteach Жыл бұрын

    Great tips and pics! Loved it!!

  • @thebritishbookworm
    @thebritishbookworm Жыл бұрын

    Yay I've been waiting for the packing video! Love your capsule wardrobes.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope you love it!!

  • @tawnyamahaffey2377
    @tawnyamahaffey2377 Жыл бұрын

    So I hadn’t heard of the Merino wool but you had my attention when you said it keeps you cool. I bought some for my trip this weekend to WDW and I’m excited to try them! They feel amazing for sure. Also thank you for many videos ago praising packing cubes from Away to go with the luggage! #lifesavers

  • @pattorelli3451
    @pattorelli3451 Жыл бұрын

    Love your packing videos, Jen!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!!!!

  • @IRunThings
    @IRunThings Жыл бұрын

    This video is soooo cool. And it has so much information. Great information too. I went to Japan in 2008 for my honeymoon and this brought back memories of it. Great job with this video Jenn!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, Friend!

  • @kriyayoga98
    @kriyayoga98 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tip on the Charix shoes. I have also seen them on Instagram. I love the look and all the colors.

  • @danielpearson6306
    @danielpearson630611 ай бұрын

    Must pack light as most foreign airlines especially flying to Asia weight is limited to 7kg or 15 lbs for carry-on. If you pack everything you can get in you will be overweight bag. I travel solo and carry-on and large male,182cm tall and 98kg. I dress casually.

  • @Karideplov
    @Karideplov Жыл бұрын

    Love the video. I usually get a 5 night trip into my carry-on (could be 7 if it is a summer/beach trip). I once did a comparison with my mom to see how much clothes into a carry-on. I am plus-size and my mom is petite we always used to “argue” about overpacking and I told her it wasn’t overpacking, it’s just that my clothes took up more room. So we did the experiment. We actually have a lot of the same basic items, just in different colors and sizes (she likes color, bright color and floral while I stick to navy, black and browns and stripes). So we each decided to pick 3 pants, 3 tops, 2 shirts, 2 light weight sweaters and 2 jackets plus 2 pairs of shoes and obviously undergarments for each day and 1 set pijamas. We choose items to mix and match and things that could be dressed up if needed. No accessories as we both hate belts or scarves. We selected the same items to take out and wear on our travel day. Again, everything we choose were from the same brand and style, just different sizes and colors. We even did our best to fold exactly the same way (although I am a bit more OCD about the way I perfectly fold my socks and underwear and mom just folds them kind of sloppy…well, my mom fit everything into the carry-on roller bag and i did not. My mom is 5ft 1in and I am 5ft 6in, she is a size 6 shoe and I am a 10.5 or 11 shoe, she is a size 4-6 pants and small shirt. I won’t say my size but let’s just say I am significantly bigger. I had to leave out my back-up jacket and pijamas and really struggled with the shoes.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    That's a perfect example of when a checked bag makes sense! But still keeping to the rule of only two pieces and being able to manage it on your own is important if you're traveling overseas for sure! Great comment!

  • @erinlikesacornishpasty4703

    @erinlikesacornishpasty4703

    Жыл бұрын

    For a three week trip, you don't need more than two pair of pants, or two bottoms of any kind, whatever you prefer. It's useful to have a variety of tops you can layer, for slightly different weather, but no more than a total of 5 tops. I wash my socks and underwear in the sink and schedule laundry if necessary though. I can pack way less clothes that way. I only wear one pair of shoes, hiking boots, and sometimes bring shower shoes if that's necessary, so I really never pack shoes. Only wear one jacket, choose a winter one or a rain jacket, don't choose anything "cute" like a denim jacket. Lots of people want to fit it and wear fashionable clothes, but I have to say, practical matters more. Like, she recommends having a trench coat or a denim jacket, which is great if you're touring cities, but I rarely do, so my rain jacket I can get muddy works so much better. I never carry a purse when I travel, only a day pack 🤷‍♀️. She makes a good point when she suggests lighter weight clothes, like merino wool, silk, and linen, because it packs smaller and weighs so much less. She always has SO many clothes in her suitcase 🤣. *oh and SOMETIMES I bring a swimsuit, if I KNOW I'm going swimming. Mostly I don't plan vacations that involve swimming, but I've certainly bought a swim suit overseas because I realized I needed one 🤷‍♀️.

  • @barbraluce5706

    @barbraluce5706

    Жыл бұрын

    @@erinlikesacornishpasty4703 , to each her own. I almost always do a 19 inch carryons and I always pack a dress or two or three and I bring another pair of shoes. I enjoy museums, theatre, concerts, walks in gardens or parks so my parking reflects my interests...as does yours.

  • @salliestephens1252
    @salliestephens1252 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this! I'm headed to London and Scotland in 3 weeks for 15 days and am doing carry on only also. I've traveled this way for years and, for me, it works. I love your capsule wardrobe and it's given me some great ideas. Btw: I'm a blue and white stripe girl too!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    LOVE TO HEAR IT! Honestly, I think once you unlock the secret to packing light you. never go back to over-packing. It's the best! Happy packing and I hope you have a fantastic trip - Scotland is on our bucket list!

  • @nurseloco2003

    @nurseloco2003

    Жыл бұрын

    @@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge I remember watching a Rich Steves video where he something along the lines of “Almost never do you hear : ‘“Wow, I wished I packed more stuff!’” That gave me perspective!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    @@nurseloco2003 It's so true! And if you REALLY need something buy it there - I think we watched the same video. Love him.

  • @nurseloco2003

    @nurseloco2003

    Жыл бұрын

    @@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge yes. I used to think he was kind of stiff, so I love seeing the outtakes at the end of his videos where you can see his personality a bit, unscripted. We have learned a lot from his videos. And yes to buying stuff there- it’s all part of the experience!

  • @lskazalski

    @lskazalski

    11 ай бұрын

    Scotland is amazing! Make sure you take an umbrella, you'll need it. Solid walking shoes are a must, too: there are a lot of cobblestones. Have a wonderful time.

  • @carolynbriggs6972
    @carolynbriggs6972 Жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed this- sounds like a great trip. Ive been traveling back and forth to the UK for many years and I always travel with waterproof leather ankle boots. They are cute and comfortable even when it’s not raining. But they are great in rain, too. They come in many styles, to suit anyone.

  • @CyndiAKADisneyqueen
    @CyndiAKADisneyqueen Жыл бұрын

    Loved this. Everything coordinated so well together.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I usually have at least one miss but I was really happy with all the pieces for this trip!

  • @allisonhorton330
    @allisonhorton330 Жыл бұрын

    Love this video, Jen. You are a packing wizard and have so many great tips. Also, you ROCK stripes, so go for it!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    I mean clearly I like them . . bwahahaha. Thanks, Allison!

  • @marinare
    @marinare Жыл бұрын

    Such a great video and format. Loved seeing the process behind your Japan wardrobe and of course you absolutely looked fabulous 😍

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    You’re so kind, Marina! Thank you!

  • @ginaroche2223
    @ginaroche222311 ай бұрын

    This was super helpful. Thank you for sharing 😊

  • @eheersink
    @eheersink Жыл бұрын

    Loved this video. I’m going to try the merino wool under layer/shirt tip on my upcoming Alaska trip. Hoping it does help with odor. I hate when my outerwear ends up smelling because it’s so much harder to wash.

  • @andreaault6215
    @andreaault621511 ай бұрын

    I'm glad I found your videos. I am going to the UK for the first time in a few months and need the tips. Yours are great! Thanks so much! ❤😊

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    11 ай бұрын

    Have fun!

  • @mariawhiddon
    @mariawhiddon Жыл бұрын

    A very helpful video. Thank you. At the moment I am packing for a seven week trip which will include hot weather, very cold weather (Iceland and Norway), and formal wear for on a 23 day cruise. I’m finding it tough to keep my luggage light. Wish me luck!

  • @jb4638
    @jb4638 Жыл бұрын

    Jen, I’d love to see you review some of the lug products, specifically: 1. the trolley XL makeup bag 2. the ranger 2 or mini ranger and 3. a wallet.

  • @kaylaandmarkalan
    @kaylaandmarkalan Жыл бұрын

    So many great point in this, I don’t even know where to begin! 😂 Packing light, but still functional is huge. We have gotten to the point where we have started buying quality over quantity just because we were getting tired of clothes wearing out. For rain shoes, we swear by our Chaco and Teva sandals!

  • @CoralJoyTravel
    @CoralJoyTravel Жыл бұрын

    You looked fabulous, woman! That bucket hat, tho!! 🙌🙌🙌 you know I’m on the carry on team. Your wardrobe capsule is chefs kiss.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Awww thank you Friend!

  • @juliekm6495
    @juliekm6495 Жыл бұрын

    You are so classic! I mean that as a compliment! The trench coat is top for me! They look great and you can wear ANYTHING with them and the silk scarf is superb! Thank you for all the suggestions as I am traveling to one of my bucket list locations, Paris, France later in the year! Would love to see Japan! Love your content and your channels! Looking forward to your next Bo’s trip!!!!!!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much and YES I will always take classic as a compliment 😍

  • @cjnkmw6351
    @cjnkmw6351 Жыл бұрын

    The denim jackets from Liverpool jeans have interior pockets. I have two different style, one in pink and one in a dark wash. I bought the pink before we went to Paris last year and was so grateful I brought it…my friends call it my signature jacket now. 😊

  • @annaburch3200
    @annaburch3200 Жыл бұрын

    I'm watching this going, "wow! Her style is so similar to mine - down to the striped light sweater, even"! Lol! I don't own a denim jacket, but I've been considering getting one. I'm a cardigan girl. Still considering the Cariumas. I have Taos sneakers that are almost identical, but I need a new pair - mine have been well travelled. 😉 Great video. Thank you!!

  • @bretaskinner3143
    @bretaskinner3143 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the pictures! It helps visualize the process of mix and match. I agree, a trench coat looks great and more put-together look then say, a hiking jacket. I keep looking, but struggle to fit my XL hourglass shape. Jealous reading all the comments of future trips!

  • @micheleemmerich680
    @micheleemmerich680 Жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed this video, but I enjoy all your videos. I have been wear meniro wool for awhile now. I never heard about not wearing deodorant with aluminum in before, so thanks. I order and use a detergent made especially for merino wool which has made a difference in the peeling that occurs. I have started adding garments made from alpaca fibers. I love them, no stink, much softer and the sweaters and hoodies are signed by the weavers. I plan on taking both merino wool and alpaca with me when I go to Scotland in August.

  • @TheCocotennis
    @TheCocotennis11 ай бұрын

    I love my denim jackets and wear them regularly. However, I rarely take when I travel since a denim jacket takes up valuable real estate in a suitcase and generally isn’t comfortable to wear on the plane. Packable jackets and “athleisure” type jackets work better for me when traveling. Living in Colorado, I’m used to layering…it’s practically a lifestyle here! 😜

  • @HistoryRepeats101
    @HistoryRepeats10110 ай бұрын

    Oh you will have those merino wool for decades! I’m still wearing my Italian merino wool mock turtle necks I bought at Saks Fifth Ave in 1993!!! Great investment..

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    10 ай бұрын

    Love to hear this!

  • @carriel3054
    @carriel3054 Жыл бұрын

    1:16 good point. If you can't do Carry On Only, (which I can't due to medications etc...) using these tips can help you pack ONE checked bag really well :)

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah it sounds silly but for awhile now I’ve been wanting to communicate that it’s not about actually physically doing carry on! Glad I finally said it! Lol

  • @corriezoetewey7860
    @corriezoetewey7860 Жыл бұрын

    This is so helpful! Thanks Jen!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    My pleasure, Corrie! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @suzanneanderson582
    @suzanneanderson58211 ай бұрын

    Thank you for such a great video with such good tips!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    11 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @sandynbtx6967
    @sandynbtx6967 Жыл бұрын

    Loved the intro comments about carry on/checked luggage. I am short, and I do a lot of traveling without my husband. I usually check a carry on size bag or a 24” bag so that I can manage my own luggage.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    My viewers have really been the ones to help shape my changed attitude on that - there are a variety of reasons why carry on doesn’t work but checked bag or no we all benefit from not over packing! Thanks for your kind comment!

  • @gailgulyas2468
    @gailgulyas2468 Жыл бұрын

    Love your ideas

  • @Natalie_11188
    @Natalie_11188 Жыл бұрын

    Such a good video! Yes, on trips you want to look cute for photo, but be comfortable for your activities. It can be a challenge.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    It takes a lot of thought for sure!

  • @melissam5669
    @melissam5669 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this one! We are going to Scotland this summer as a family and I’m trying to help my husband and kids figure out what to bring. My husband watched this one with me, and now we’re ready!!

  • @leonagardiner9577

    @leonagardiner9577

    6 күн бұрын

    It's very cold inside houses in Scotland even in the summer was what I found. Take your woolies eg. socks for beds!

  • @kathrynmolesa1641
    @kathrynmolesa1641 Жыл бұрын

    I just did 3 weeks in Europe with a carryon. Pack very light clothing and bring soap packets.

  • @rebeccaignuta9027
    @rebeccaignuta9027 Жыл бұрын

    I love the outfits you've packed. I love blue and white also. The pieces you chose are timeless and elegant! I pack light all the time because id rather wash clothes than have to bring back a tonne. :) Once our son is a bit older we will travel overseas again . Japan is now just below Disneyland Paris :)

  • @cherylanne6549

    @cherylanne6549

    11 ай бұрын

    Go to Disneyland Tokyo! We loved it and it was so clean you could have eaten in the toilets!

  • @lynnmeade1669
    @lynnmeade1669 Жыл бұрын

    Great video. My denim jacket, too, has lg inside pocket. I sewed a little Velcro at the top to help keep stuff inside, in case I absentmindedly toss it somewhere.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    That's brilliant!

  • @nancybroadcast
    @nancybroadcast Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Jen! You are awesome ❤

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Well thanks, Nancy!

  • @karenacevedo9853
    @karenacevedo9853 Жыл бұрын

    I have watched several videos on packing. Most recommend merino wool as a great fabric when traveling for many reasons. Problem is that for those of us highly allergic to wool in any form are basically screwed.

  • @letakennedy7342
    @letakennedy7342 Жыл бұрын

    Wore my denim jacket today (which I’ve had for 10 years) I didn’t even realize I had winterior pockets! I thought they were just part of the fabric! 💡 Thanks!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    I am loving that I am teaching people about their own clothes - you're the second person who commented that and it's making me crazy happy! Hurray!

  • @GraceUhlhorn

    @GraceUhlhorn

    Жыл бұрын

    T

  • @Jo-wt6qr
    @Jo-wt6qr Жыл бұрын

    Ice breaker is a fabulous brand - Great quality and extensive range

  • @denisefazio6708
    @denisefazio6708Ай бұрын

    What a great video!

  • @carolanderson1240
    @carolanderson1240 Жыл бұрын

    We spent 3 weeks in Europe and I followed your videos and did just great with carry on only. Thanks! Have you tried Rothy's shoes? That is all I took and they were so comfortable and stylish. Now getting ready to take our 2 teenage Granddaughters to London...trying to convince them they don't need everything!

  • @wolchfam
    @wolchfam11 ай бұрын

    I have a trench coat that I had before I got married I bought at Nordstrom’s (I’ve been married 35 years in a week). It hardly gets use because I now live in Nevada (moved here from rainy Oregon). It still looks great!

  • @bnmce123
    @bnmce123 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video! Thank you.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    You are welcome!

  • @tplayspiano
    @tplayspiano Жыл бұрын

    Very helpful, fun video. I keep hearing you should not carry a backpack when traveling but am glad to see you did, what else would you use for layers when it gets hot in the afternoon? Thanks

  • @cch255
    @cch255 Жыл бұрын

    Thoroughly enjoyed your video. I am a big proponent of packing light and you had much of the same message that I give out. I don't have Marino wool yet but I will have to get some. A rule of thumb I give is packed for one week and then you can travel for a year. Just keep rewearing. And most places have laundry facilities if you can't wash them in the sink. Well done!

  • @lskazalski

    @lskazalski

    11 ай бұрын

    Agreed. Now there are laundry soap slips that you can use for sink washing.

  • @rhillyermiles
    @rhillyermiles Жыл бұрын

    I have yet to find a trench coat that doesn't overwhelm me. Great tips. We're going to Boyne Falls Michigan next week for a week and I'm staring at my clothing selections now. Temps from 42 to 72. 42 is freezing to me. And we want to sit in a dark sky park to watch for Aurora Borealis and visit The Grand Hotel with their resort wear stipulations. And I don't want dark clothing since it's almost summer. 😂😅😂 It'll be fine. I'm taking the hubs, the 20 yr old son, the 37 yr old nephew, and the 84 yr old mother. Send me good travel vibes!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope you have a fabulous trip!

  • @annapower9799
    @annapower9799 Жыл бұрын

    Jenn you always look sooooo well put together. Casual yet very elegant! Would love to have you next to me when I’m shopping lol

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    11 ай бұрын

    This is such a sweet comment, THANK YOU

  • @kathywrightable
    @kathywrightable11 ай бұрын

    I get the stripes. I have 7 stripe-style shirts in my closet!❤️

  • @panianap9408
    @panianap940810 ай бұрын

    I wish you would have shown how everything was packed in the carry on. Other than that I loved this video and found it extremely helpful. Safe travels!

  • @brenda121143
    @brenda121143 Жыл бұрын

    Love your videos

  • @KathInNJ
    @KathInNJ Жыл бұрын

    LOL you brought more jackets than you brought shirts! I definitely need to bring more clothes with me. I don't like looking back at the photos afterwards and seeing myself in the same clothes the entire trip. I feel that same way about wearing the same clothes over and over on cruises or to WDW. I need different outfits so I can remember later it was a different trip!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @thaiswinmill2153
    @thaiswinmill2153 Жыл бұрын

    Loved this! I’m still struggling to wrap my brain around the merino wool and shirt rewearing. What I usually do is pack really thin base layers from Uniqlo so those stink and I can rewear my top layer. I’ve gotten much better at minimal packing for international trips but really struggle for Disney trips, particularly cruises. We’re doing the 7 night norwegian cruise on dcl next august and planing on doing Disneyland Paris. My girls will be 11 and 9 (almost 10) on that trip and I vacillate between carry on for everyone or 2 carry ons a checked bag. I am unsure the girls will be able to handle their own carry on.

  • @laurilenhardt2188
    @laurilenhardt2188 Жыл бұрын

    Ha, I just had to check my denim jacket, 🤯🤯, yep, I found two fabulous interior pockets, 😂😂. Mine is Calvin Klein from about 10-12 years ago. It's so perfect, the style never goes out. I would have never noticed the pockets, thanks for pointing that out 😀

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m just over here changing the world one interior pocket discovery at a time….😂🤣❤️

  • @laurilenhardt2188

    @laurilenhardt2188

    Жыл бұрын

    It's a dirty job but someone has to do it, lol

  • @amycarr7045
    @amycarr7045 Жыл бұрын

    I LOVE the Longchamp bag. Thank you for the recommendation. This was more $ than I have ever spent on a bag but the pleasure I receive from it makes it an investment piece. Plus if I use it daily since it is flexible, the cost per use reduces. Thank you!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    LOVE TO HEAR THIS! And YES that's the key to the larger dollar purchases for me - the VALUE has to be there. That cost per wear is a great way to view it!

  • @J-Dot73
    @J-Dot73 Жыл бұрын

    I’ve been searching for natural fabrics for my trip to Japan because we are going in July and it will be so so hot. I need to start thinking about a capsule wardrobe and I’m choosing mostly light colours because of the intense heat.

  • @willapanzer4233
    @willapanzer4233 Жыл бұрын

    You always look great!

  • @rockriverine987
    @rockriverine987 Жыл бұрын

    I have a couple of overseas trips planned for this year, and I have been scouring for KZread videos for packing tips. This is the most useful and achievable advice I have run across. Thank you so much. It's brilliant.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    I strive to be able to help people with this, so thank you!

  • @conniei1168
    @conniei1168 Жыл бұрын

    Always helpful Jen! My husband and I are entering a season of loads of travel, including some international. I'll be looking into wool for sure! Do you feel like the Charix and the water shoes have good support? All of us aging runners with PF need to know :)

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    The Charix have decent support but they also sell insoles if you need more. And the water shoes I would say the sam?

  • @elainelecates6928
    @elainelecates6928 Жыл бұрын

    We went to Rome last summer and the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Vatican were not bad for pickpockets but at Trevi fountain a girl in our group had a ring taken right off her finger. I purchased a cheap silver band from Amazon to wear while there.

  • @cjnkmw6351

    @cjnkmw6351

    Жыл бұрын

    We’re headed to Rome next summer and plan to visit all the regular attractions. Thank you for sharing your experience, as I always have concerns about pickpockets while traveling.

  • @conniekershaw4412

    @conniekershaw4412

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the information. It's been 14 years since we've been in Rome. We didn't have any issues then including a very packed Trevi Fountain., but I'm going backin a few months, so this information is very useful. Forthe men, my father was born and raised in Spain. He always carried his wallet in his front. He would say, no one is putting their hand in my front pocket without me noticing. First time in Madrid my husband noticed business men putting their wallets in their front pockets before getting on the metro.😊

  • @granniebee8530
    @granniebee8530 Жыл бұрын

    Great ideas in your video. I do wonder about all the other things like underwear, pjs, bras, etc. I also take a few items for hygiene (wipes etc). Did you pack all of these types of items in with your carryon? or did you have a personal item, like your backpack with the items listed? My trip to Japan coming up I am packing a medium check in, carryon and personal bag. I am plus size and definitely can't get it all in the carry on, but I will still use your suggestions to slimming down what I pack and try capsule clothing. Love your videos!

  • @lskazalski
    @lskazalski11 ай бұрын

    I have a pair of Keen hiking shoes that are waterproof. They would replace the rain shoes and the tennis shoes. They come in multiple colors. I chose the dark tan ones. They go with everything and don't show dirt. I also have a pair black flats for dressier occasions that are made of an open weave fabric and double as sandals in warm weather. Both accept the custom orthotics I have to wear to walk comfortably. I would go with a lined trenchcoat instead of taking 2 larger coats. It would cover rain and 3 season wear. I got mine at land's end.

  • @lskazalski

    @lskazalski

    11 ай бұрын

    My trenchcoat has a zip-out lining so it can go anywhere and goes with anything. I try to pack mostly neutrals with one 'pop' color. I'm a plus size woman and can easily pack for 2 weeks in a carry-on wheeled backpack and a messenger bag the slides over the handle. My small phone wallet bag goes inside the messenger bag but comes out during day trips along with a lightweight packable backpack.

  • @vrosa1972
    @vrosa197211 ай бұрын

    Good one

  • @BadSloucher
    @BadSloucher Жыл бұрын

    I love that you watched live streams to research how people dress in a destination 😊

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Seriously much more accurate than a travel blogger telling me what people wear!😂❤️

  • @eclairtreo

    @eclairtreo

    Жыл бұрын

    Always!

  • @tiffanychildwithin
    @tiffanychildwithin Жыл бұрын

    Have you heard of Wool&? I've done both their 100 day and 30 day dress challenges and love them. Wool is a great travel piece. I've got a great nautical-ish feel wool dress for our Disney cruise coming up. While I'm excited to dress up and disney bound for dinner every night, I think my daytime clothes will be quite minimal thanks to that dress!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    I think I've seen them on instagram! I will check it out I would love to get a dress.

  • @kriyayoga98

    @kriyayoga98

    Жыл бұрын

    I took a boat neck long sleeve Wool& dress on a Viking cruise last December. It looks nice for a little dressy and casual with pants or tights. Change the look with a scarf or necklace. The first time I used merino wool. Loved it. I’m going to look into your t-shirts for my trip to Ireland next spring.

  • @deannajohnson7816
    @deannajohnson7816 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. I love a good travel capsule wardrobe video. Definitely helps me decide what to pack for a carry-only trip. The shoes are the toughest…

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes and shoes are what has taken the most amount of trial and error for me! I get this!

  • @martyscheall9626
    @martyscheall9626 Жыл бұрын

    I am going to get a pair of the Charix shoes! Actually, I wish I could afford several pairs but my husband would have a stroke if I bought all the colors I wanted! 😂. Thank you for your suggestions.

  • @robyn3349
    @robyn3349 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, first time here!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Welcome!! So glad you’re here!

  • @shelly410
    @shelly410 Жыл бұрын

    Was hoping you would show us how you packed all of this in a carry-on bag. Perhaps you could do another video showing that? Also, seeing all the pieces laid out on a bed (not piled) would have been helpful for those of us who need the visual reinforcement. Thank you for doing this video. It was very informative.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    If you go to my packing playlist you’ll find loads of videos showing all kinds of packing! I hope you find something that helps!

  • @shelly410

    @shelly410

    Жыл бұрын

    @@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge thank you

  • @michellestevens2454
    @michellestevens2454 Жыл бұрын

    I too have an obsession with pockets.

  • @lisasproul8027
    @lisasproul8027 Жыл бұрын

    Great video!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    thanks so much, Lisa!

  • @fancynancy2870
    @fancynancy2870 Жыл бұрын

    That was great. What bag did you use as a personal item during the flight for your phone, book, snacks, wipes, etc?

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    It was the Everywhere Backpack from Away Travel but the old version they don’t make any more.

  • @DrummyCovers15
    @DrummyCovers15 Жыл бұрын

    I needed this video so much! Thanks Jen. Also what is the mic you are using in your video?

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    The last several videos I’ve used the Hollyland wireless mic for iPhone

  • @susanritzenthaler4502
    @susanritzenthaler4502 Жыл бұрын

    So helpful! XO

  • @lynnleipold2617
    @lynnleipold26179 ай бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    9 ай бұрын

    Lynne thank you so much!!!

  • @mlandry6511
    @mlandry6511 Жыл бұрын

    I love the idea of just a carry on. I am a larger than you so my clothes would take up more room 😊 I would like to know what kind of toiletries you bought and where did you pack them?

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    I've done a lot of packing videos so check the playlist here on my channel - one in particular is just about toiletries (I'm very minimal with my toiletries and they go in my personal item). Thanks for watching!

  • @pta1630
    @pta1630 Жыл бұрын

    Oh my goodness. Your description of managing luggage was us on our first trip abroad. Never again!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh no!

  • @marisharieff9067
    @marisharieff906711 ай бұрын

    Great video. Thanks. What time of year did you go to Japan?

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    11 ай бұрын

    We were there in late April.

  • @marisharieff9067

    @marisharieff9067

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks.

  • @j4hrul391
    @j4hrul39111 ай бұрын

    1:50 Exactly!!! 👏

  • @TXforever
    @TXforever Жыл бұрын

    Good morning Jen, I am going to order an AWAY bag… if you have a link to get credit for it I would like to use it. My hubs flies 787s for American. LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!!!

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Fabulous! Here you go! bit.ly/3AvQJrC

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    thanks the link to the exact bag I own but if you navigate to whatever you need from there you'll be good to go! Thanks so much for asking!

  • @smsminms
    @smsminms Жыл бұрын

    Hi is there a video of how to put all these items in a small carryon (international size)?

  • @anne-marie896
    @anne-marie896 Жыл бұрын

    I would love sources for your striped tops and silk blouse. Thank you.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    Жыл бұрын

    Everything that's available is linked in the description box. If it's not linked it's because the item is no longer available. Have a great day!

  • @davebonello1944
    @davebonello1944 Жыл бұрын

    (Melanie here) Excellent video

  • @Rose-nb6su
    @Rose-nb6su11 ай бұрын

    I love stripe shirts. Also, can you tell me where you got yours? They're hard to find right now.

  • @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    @JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

    11 ай бұрын

    You can find all of my latest outfit favorites here jenlefforge.com/all-of-the-clothes-ever-worn-in-my-latest-videos/

  • @cbboyle5117
    @cbboyle511711 ай бұрын

    I like the Charity shoes, but I afraid they’d be very wide. Do you mind telling me how wide/narrow they run? I wear a 9 SS/AAAA.

  • @user-zj6wn2pk8i
    @user-zj6wn2pk8i Жыл бұрын

    Can u tell me who is the raincoat company u showed? Grey. 12:59

  • @conniekershaw4412
    @conniekershaw4412 Жыл бұрын

    For those of us allergic to wool, what would you suggest?

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