How to Pack Light for a Weekend in Boston

If you are planning a weekend to Boston, here's how to pack light for your visit. Take a few of your favorite clothing items with you and enjoy your trip to this sophisticated walking city.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Black pants
• Sweater
• Short skirt
• Jeans
• Sleeveless blouse
• Fitted jacket
• Flats
• Boots
• Long shorts

1. Bring the basics with you. You will need well-fitted black pants, a pair of designer jeans, a simple skirt or dress and a few tops. Add long shorts and leather flip flops if weather permits, then plan to mix and match these items in different ways so you will fit in with the residents.
2. Look stylish for dinner out Friday night by wearing the black pants with high heels and a sleeveless silk blouse for dinner out. If the weather is cold, add a cashmere wrap.
3. Shop all day Saturday in the designer jeans with a t-shirt and flats. Avoid the chill by slipping on an embellished cardigan or swap the jeans and shoes for long shorts and flip flops if it's warm out.
4. Step up the look Saturday night by trading the shoes for equestrian boots. Wear the jeans with a tailored blouse and a shrunken blazer for a look that will work for a movie, dinner or a night club. Wrap an unusual scarf around your neck to add a European touch.
5. Meet friends for Sunday brunch in a simple skirt and an A-line top or a fitted dress with a cropped sweater. Wear boots, flats or pumps, depending on whether you want to dress things down or up.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember to pack tights and some well-chosen accessories, including a few necklaces, bangle bracelets, simple earrings and a basic purse that can work for day or night.
• Allow enough room in your suitcase to bring home some special purchases. Boston has lots of great shops, particularly on Newbury Street and in Quincy Market.
• Be sure to bring warm enough clothes. Certain areas of Boston can feel like a wind tunnel, so include a heavy coat and winter boots if you will be there during the winter. If you plan to travel there in spring or summer, at least pack a cardigan or light coat for cool evenings or restaurants that are heavily air conditioned.