Monday, April 27, 2015
What I Packed for 10 Days in Ireland
We're headed to the Emerald Isle! My parents and I are starting our trip in Dublin, where my brother is studying abroad, then we're all going over to Dingle before flying to Cornwall and London. I'm so excited I do my wiggle dance every time I think about it, but the packing challenge was tough. The weather will be around 60 degrees and most likely raining, which means packing Hunters and quite a few layers. I also set myself the slightly inane goal of getting everything into 2 carryon bags (1 suitcase, 1 tote bag). In true obsessive packer fashion, I've had a list going for about 3 months, and here's where I ended up -
TOPS
5 shirts - blue sleeveless, green camp shirt, white tee, white long sleeve boatneck, striped top
1 cardigan - navy blue
1 vest, 1 field jacket
BOTTOMS
1 black pants
1 boyfriend jeans
1 camel skirt
1 red pants
DRESSES
1 stripe
1 black wrap dress
OTHER
1 camisole
1 gym outfit
1 pair or pajamas
3 statement necklaces
5 pairs of socks
14 pairs of underwear
2 bras
I won't list all of my toiletries, because that seems a little excessive. I've pared it down to one regular sized toiletry bag in my suitcase and a TSA approved clear case in my carryon. Also in my carryon - my camera stuff, computer, ipad, water bottle, snacks, chargers and a purse with my passport and wallet, headphones and phone.
And that's it! According to my obsessively precise calculations, I'll be able to get a full trip's worth of unique outfits out of this bunch, and, with some shoving and hoping, everything fit into this bag (which I LOVE) with the help of these. I'll be posting outfit posts/the breakdown once we're back, so I'll let you know how the list holds up!
Anxiously awaiting my packing list and experiencing mad envy of your sweet bag. I bet you didn't get the orange, as I would. Too bad I have no coupon and won't be upgrading MY luggage.
ReplyDeleteI did not get orange, I'm sorry... And your packing list shall arrive today, fear not
DeleteI'm impressed with your commitment to get it down to a carryon! When we went to Brussels last year, there was no way I was stuffing my clothes into anything but my regular suitcase. Haha. I also appreciated the extra room for souvenirs.
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