How to Pack for a Weekend Trip

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The trick is to pack a few items of clothing that work well with each other and can be interchanged.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Pack both a black T-shirt and a white T-shirt, plus one sweater or cardigan.
Step2
Toss in your favorite pair of blue jeans. An additional pair of casual pants, such as khakis, will serve you well.
Step3
Bring two pairs of shorts if you expect warm weather or a windbreaker or jacket if it will be cold or rainy.
Step4
Remember to bring three pairs of underwear and two pairs of socks.
Step5
Pack your nightgown or pajamas.
Step6
Wear a pair of comfortable, casual shoes such as loafers, sneakers or flat sandals while traveling. Bring dress shoes if needed.
Step7
Include a small toiletries bag with just the essentials - hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant, razor, moisturizer and makeup. Pack travel-size toiletries, if possible.
Step8
Bring the requisite wallet, ID, cash, organizer, reading material and so forth.
Step9
Bringing a map, driving directions, and details about your destination is essential. Get ideas online and then print the information you need before your trip.

Tips & Warnings

  • Neutral colors work well on weekend trips. Choose a base color - black, brown, gray or navy - and team it with white, taupe or a bright color such as red or celery green.
  • For women: Pack a neutral dress (black, white, taupe, gray or navy) that can be dressed up with sandals or dressed down with sneakers and a sweater. Wear one pair of earrings that go with everything.
  • Purchase a space-saving travel bag with compartments.
  • Avoid overpacking - you don't want to be stuck with heavy bags and more stuff than you need (see Related eHow).
  • Leave expensive jewelry at home, as it's easy to lose on a trip.

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pankaj said

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on 2/12/2007 I found www.smartpackluggage.com products to be very handy.

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on 1/16/2007 Don't forget the charger for your cell phone.

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on 8/25/2006 Instead of packing 4 different outfits for a two day trip, buy a current magazine, look through it for Ideas, and pack accordingly that way you know what you are wearing is in style without having to over-pack.

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on 8/8/2006 Remember, you're only going for two-three days, so you don't need that many clothes. Wear one outfit, then pack a pair of jeans, a pair of white trousers (dressier than black and can be dressed up or down), a dressy top, a casual top. If you're wearing flats, then pack heels or vice versa. That's three mix & match outfits for three days. Take a jacket, just in case. Plain black if possible, as it goes with everything and can be dressed up or down.

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on 6/30/2006 At the beginning of the summer, start your weekend clothes pile. These are the clothes that you take with you each time, bring back, wash and then repack. Some clothes, such as sweatshirts and bathing suits, are just for the lake. The pile can be updated throughout the year.

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