We pack for a week the same way every time: five pieces in a carry-on, plus what we wear on the plane. Everything goes with everything, so there is nothing to plan.
The five
- Merino Tee in Black: stays fresh for days and dries overnight
- Heavyweight Tee in Ecru: looks like a clean shirt on day five
- Straight Chino in Navy: one pair, from museums to dinner
- Merino Crewneck: warm on the plane, smart in the evening
- Loopback Hoodie: the layer for the plane and a cool evening
Why these
Merino is the traveler’s fiber: it holds less odor than cotton, so the Merino Tee can be worn several days before it needs a sink wash. The Heavyweight Tee is the backup that still looks sharp. Dark chinos hide a coffee spill and go with both tees.
Wear the heaviest pieces on the plane, the crewneck and the hoodie, and the bag stays light. Add a 3-pack of socks and you are done.
