3-Week Minimalist Travel Wardrobe | 15 ITEMS, 30 OUTFITS | Minimalism for Real (Ep. 2)
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- Опубліковано 6 лип 2024
- This is your sign to stop overpacking and start packing light - let me show you how! I'm currently on a three-week vacation in Europe, and for this trip, I packed 15 items, including 10 pieces of clothing for 30 outfits, in a carry-on ONLY. Let me show you how to pack light as we go through my entire minimalist travel wardrobe (and trust me...if I, as a recovered overpack-a-holic, can learn to pack like a minimalist, YOU CAN, TOO!) Stick around until the end of the video, because I'll also be sharing a few of my favorite minimalist travel capsule wardrobe tips and enjoy!
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Please give this video a like and watch this next ua-cam.com/video/fz2G5SIS9tA/v-deo.htmlsi=lrYU7WqxwJf3jEdB if you're looking for more minimalist packing tips and hacks -- cheers and happy traveling! :)
I agree with you, I wouldn’t wear the Pink Floyd t-shirt with the bird skirt. Thanks Marissa!❤
I wouldn't wear the Pink Floyd shirt with the bird skirt but it does look cute on you. The one thing I would add to your wardrobe is a good basic black v-neck tee shirt. I always pack one when I travel and it seems to go with everything.
Can you do a video on skincare and makeup you have as a minimalist?
Don’t people pack underwear, socks, pjs, iPad or Kindle, toiletries? I never see these in packing videos
Of course, but those things aren’t usually included in the capsule wardrobe tally - you can watch this video to see how I pack that: ua-cam.com/video/fz2G5SIS9tA/v-deo.htmlsi=BOR_vr8KE1UWbGwe
Usually people will mention how many undergarments they bring in the packing videos, but not actually show them. And for a 3 week stay in one place, I'd probably just buy some of my toiletries at my destination instead of packing them.
Do you wash the clothes when on vacation?
@@smeag9280yes!!! i pack 3 light weight dresses and can handwash them in the hotel bathroom! they dry in between days.
shoes are my big problems!!
My thoughts too. Easy and cheap access to laundry at your in-laws house? Great!!
Every good capsule wardrobe includes one outlier, like your bird skirt, that maybe doesn't go with absolutely every other piece, but works to add variety and keep everything from being too "same-y". Great choices! Enjoy your vacation!
I would 100% wear the Pink Floyd shirt with the bird skirt! I love it!
I love traveling light! When I go away I want to have a vacation from my things. It makes me feel free.
Yes! I come home wanting to declutter even more!
I use to travel to Europe often for business and always stayed at least 10 days. I learned how to put together a capsule wardrobe and packed everything into a carry on, including make-up, toiletries, and shoes. Even though I prefer natural materials (eg cotton, silk, wool), I learned that blends and synthetics traveled better, so that made up the bulk of my business travel wardrobe.
I’m so happy to see a video done by a person who isn’t a rail thin, 6 foot tall model. It’s also nice not to see joggers or sweat pants with crop tops. Not all of us dress this way. Thanks for showing something a normal gal could wear.
If you like the Pink Floyd t-shirt and bird skirt combo, by all means wear it! Have a great trip and give your father-in-law an extra birthday hug from me! 🎂
The bird skirt and Pink Floyd shirt is fun! Wear it, who cares as long as you’re happy in it 🎉❤
Always love to watch minimal packing. I love how versatile the pieces are. Adding a fun print and graphic tee really helps mix it up. ❤
I recently went to Japan and packed very light. I used the "One to wear, one to wash, one spare" principle, and packed it in one of those tiny carry on suitcases that are about half the size of regular carry-ons. I think you know what I mean.
HOWEVER!!! We took along a bigger suitcase and filled it with stuff to bring home. Then I lifted said suitcase up the stairs in a railway station and hurt my back really badly. Like..."there is a lump in my back that's agony to touch and the dr has given me some intense medication because I'm in too much pain for PT at the moment" badly.
I wouldn't want to do without the things we brought home: they have brought great joy to many people including ourselves. So I'm glad we have them. I just wish I'd found a way to bring them home without hurting my back.
Maybe the lesson is if you're older, don't lift heavy suitcases? =D
Another thing about traveling in Japan: For the love of all holy take only a small backpack. Wheeling even carry-ons at the train station is a pain.
I had another point. I'm sorry I'm really drugged and my brain's a bit fuzzy. What was it?
Oh yes! When you pack light BE SURE TO PACK QUICK-DRY CLOTHES! I did and it wasn't a problem. My son did not and it took 3-4 days for his clothes to dry. We ended up going out and purchasing quick-dry clothes for him and it made a HUGE difference. We also ended up having to buy a small fan and that helped a lot with the clothes drying.
I know your content is minimalism living BUT would love to see a day in the life that includes what you eat also. ❤
I did a video like that recently- here it is!
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Simplify Your Life with Meal Planning | How to Reduce Food Waste + Save Money, Time, & Energy
ua-cam.com/video/SRyh9FbgtUQ/v-deo.html
I love the Pink Floyd tee with the bird skirt. It’s a good amount of quirky which I love.
I like the Pink Floyd and bird skirt combo. I’d rock it!
Marissa , I love videos as this. I've been subscribed to you from your declutter days, and I just wanted to tell you that you have taught me to live more intentionally. In true sense a lot of thought goes behind small activities in life and they shape your life. Thanks!!
Thanks so much for all the love and support over the years - happy to have you here with me!
I'm leaving tomorrow for vacation. I pack super minimal. But then I always throw in a couple of books.
I love the outfit with the band t-shirt and the bird skirt!! I´m a certified stylist, so I should know what I´m talking about 😄You rock your outfits, know what you like and don´t just follow trends - that´s great style, if you ask me 💞
I think confidence can make ANY outfit work!
I have a flower pattern skirt I like to wear my One Republic shirt with. So jealous of that bird skirt though! 😊
@@AtoZenLife So true!
I love all the outfits!! I went to Europe for the first time at 58 years old. I overpacked so much!! Thank you for the awesome tips!!
Thanks for another great video Marissa. I'm getting ready to travel from Europe to the US, so your ideas were very helpful. I love all your mix and match outfits. Enjoy your vacation! Safe travels ❤
You look gorgeous in every piece! I need some of those green shorts! It would go perfectly in my minimalist wardrobe 💚
My daughter comes from Florida to my house in Illinois. She has a drawer of clothes here and she took the stuffing out of her neck pillow and travels with her underwear in it haha. She is a full time clothing reseller and buys me clothes so when I visit her she always has new clothes for me so I don't bring any. When my two daughters visit each other they only take the neck pillow and wear each others clothes.All three us us wear the same size shoes so we never pack shoes. We are a weird family!!
I already know I’m going to love this video 🥹
Thanks so much for watching 🤗
Marissa! I watched your video not because I need to travel but because you really inspire me and I really like your character. You are such an awesome, funny, open and down to earth person who seems to have life "under control" / being satisfied in terms of job, your kids and relationship with your husband, and from the household to education about your kids.😊 Everything. I would love to hear how or what you do for your emotional and mental state and how you manage to be so stable? Also, with you moving a lot. How do you keep up with creating friendships or maybe you are so fulfilled with your job and family that you have no desire? Do you have a regular practice that you follow? I would love to hear about that ❤
Oh my goodness, what a compliment! So glad that you found my channel - I have to say, it took me DECADES to get to where I am now with healing, letting go of the past, etc. I have talked about many of these issues here on my channel -- you might try checking out this Personal Growth playlist to see what topics resonate with you: ua-cam.com/play/PLuvKKRbMBrm-yCMyeElFr7TrC1rrQDumM.html&si=nK22rZN8VAVqyO2H Cheers and take care!
@AtoZenLife ❤️ thank you so much. I will definitely check this out !
We're going to India for nearly 3 weeks this winter, so this is super helpful.
I just love your videos, this one is particularly fabulous and so useful. You are the best🤗
Excellent!
I pack really light because I rely on public transport... I suggest sarongs... then can be creatively folded into dresses or tops as well cover ups (there's plenty of online vids on how to turn a sarong into a dress etc)
Happy Holidays everyone!
oh wow, I didn't realize they could convert dresses to skirts. I love that idea! This is extremely helpful. I would love to see more of these!!!! I struggle with clothes and I am trying to pair down but it's so hard. I am a very visual person so this is helping me create my capsule wardrobe. PLEASEEEEEEE DO MORE OF THESE (especially with seasonal changes)!!!!!!
I love your bird skirt! It always makes me smile.
Thanks! Love this content idea...perfect inspiration for vacation time!!! I cant wait to challenge myself when packing this year!
If you love the bird skirt & Pink Floyd shirt outfit wear it! It's a cute combination. I love the blue Maxi dress too! Enjoy your vacation! 😊
I just did 2 weeks and calculated that I would'nt need to wash anything exept underwear... I should've had one or maybe different pair of pants/skirt and swap one shirt for a dress and it would've worked😂
And that tan top is so cute!
I love your clothes sooo much. Beautiful colors and so easily to combine. Love this video ❤
Thank you and glad you enjoyed the video! ☺
Loving these ideas! As someone who packs to perform at music events, it always seems like I bring more than is necessary. Now, obviously I have to remind myself that bringing both casual and more formal attire, as well as packing for activities ranging from a day hike to performing means that I'll have multiple bags. But I'm always looking for ways to tone it down a bit. :) One thing I've found the most helpful is being *realistic* about what I'll feel like doing on my off days. A long hike is more of a fantasy self plan, so it would be better to take things that work for nice casual wear as well as a gentler walk.
Oooohh. A vacation! Happy for you 😊😊
Danke für das tolle Video, du siehst in allen vorgestellten Outfits wundervoll aus.
I wish I saw your video before my 10 day trip that I returned from a few days ago. My check in was 47 lbs, plus I packed a carry on and a huge personal item. I wore maybe 15-20% of what I had packed. Great video, thank you! I'll keep your tips in mind the next time I travel.
I dream of a capsule wardrobe of only what I love ❤️ I love your style! You are beautiful Marissa! Enjoy your Vacation with family and Happy Birthday to your Father in Law
Yes to Pink Floyd tee&skirt combo❤ you can never go wrong with Pink Floyd😂 love you honey have a safe trip❤
Thanks so much and hugs, Linda!
Great video!! Packing light is a gift to yourself. We traveled the new ultra basic this weekend where my husband and I saved $1k by travelling with no luggage, only personal (not even carry-on!)😮 One small (as in school size) backpack each. We did it no problem! We didn't have formal events, but I fit in a pair if dressyish capris and a linen shirt that would work if we went to a nice dinner. Wore my jeans and jacket. Linen is my new favourite fabric. Wrinkles don't matter😂
Thanks for sharing! Love the tanks on you, very flattering!
Fabulous!!! More outfit/clothes videos!!
Wonderful video!! Very helpful and can't wait to see more videos like this 😊
Thanks so much for watching 😁
☺️ so nice to see you in your Berlin home!
Im impressed by how long you hang onto your clothes. I do the same. For me it’s a combination of sustainability and frugality. Plus I like that when I travel I can pack my tried and true items and they never let me down…well until they wear out, I guess😂
I love the tank tops.
I love that bird skirt! I also love the idea of changing a dress into a skirt. I may do that with a couple of my dresses! 😊
Excellent combinations of clothing and your thought process is very helpful! I wouldn’t wear the T-shirt with the skirt, but it looks OK. I love that you turned the dress into a skirt! I’m going on a three week trip in the fall and your video is very helpful. Thank you! ❤
I love the PF shirt with the skirt! It's actually one of your best outfits 😊
Realy like this video! I always seem to pack too much, but every vacation I get a bit better at it. But 10 items..I’ll try this summer!! Complement on the outfits from The Netherlands.
I’ve been watching your channel a while now, really enjoy and inspiring. I’ve been declutter my house for the last few months now. Thanks for all the info.
Loved this video!! I'm your age, similar hair and skin color and also have plenty of older pieces in my wardrobe so this was really refreshing to see. Loved all the outfit combos!! I didn't want the video to end. 😊
Love the white top + Bird skirt combo the best. Great video as I’m embarking a 7 week holiday in Europe soon and want to go as light as possible.
The condition of the bag you are showing is positively shocking - among the items I have to change because they break, bags and shoes/boots are the top of my list. It is almost unbelievable to see bag in such a great condition and that old at the same time. I am impressed by both the quality of item and your great care - I never new that bags can hold for more than a year...
These are such beautiful and versatile summer outfits! Hope you and your family had a fantastic time "back home" in Germany :)
Good Sunday ❤❤❤❤ love your videos.
Thanks so much and Happy Sunday! ❤️✨
Love your outfits ❤
Bon voyage and happy travels!
Thank you and happy summer, Janet!
Marissa, those tank tops are genius!!! Thank you for the link! I’ve seen them in your other videos and wondered where you got them. Just ordered some! They are perfect for traveling and being comfy without a bra but presentable out in public like at the hotel breakfast area!
I never realized that you can get so many outfits with so few pieces. I am in the process of decluttering my closet and trying to figure out what fits my lifestyle. I was feeling discouraged because I have a lot of stuff but now I have renewed energy. I love color and I am eclectic so I would probably wear the Pink Floyd shirt with the bird skirt.
Great video!
Thanks Marissa, love your videos❤
Always happy to see your comments here, Gloria!
Enjoyed video and tips
Awesome😊😊😊
This was a great video! More like this please. Those tanks are giving bombshell. You know your style and body and you make it look effortless and classy. Maybe a “How to find your style - minimalism as an aesthetic and a practice?”
Nice minimal capsule. Simple versatile pieces. Love the bird skirt and the Pink Floyd tee. The tanks are a great cut for you but I don’t love the mocha color w your skin tone. It washes you out. Maybe navy or grey would look better.
I don’t think I could ever check a bag. I am always too nervous they will loose my luggage. 😅
That happened to us when we moved overseas! For 2.5 days we didn’t know if we’d see everything we had left in the world again. 😅 (We did get it eventually!)
That sounds horrible! I am so glad it was found. 😊
We had a trip delayed because we had to wait in our arrival city for 4 days because our luggage went to RUSSIA instead of coming with us to India. Sigh.
I love that tank top on you. It's so flattering and goes great with everything you paired it with. I love all the styles and minimal color combinations.
Quick question, will you be doing any videos on updates to your new home as you do them? I'd love to see a series on that.
My issue is I love travel and fashion so figuring out the budget….lol thank you for the video
Fun video! I ordered your tank in hot pink! It’s cute but for this chestier girl, it’s a bit low cut! But it really is versatile!
Glad you like it! I find them suuuper comfortable 👍
There is just something I love about green bottoms 😂 (that doesn't sound quite right 😅)
I recently bought green Fjallraven shorts online and they are super comfortable (I also love that the company prides itself in sustainability 😊)
I really enjoyed this video! Happy holidays 🎉
Not my favorite the bird skirt with the Pink Floyd. Loved it with the tan tank top. Beautiful skirt. Hope you had a great time or are having a great time. Great video. Thanks for sharing.
Ich liebe deine Garderobe ❤
Surely if you are traveling for 3 weeks with those clothes, you will be doing laundry at least once, likely twice. If not, four shirts doesn't cut it
Yes, we have laundry facilities or I have washed in the sink at AirBNBs as well. 👍
I love this! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊❤❤❤❤❤❤
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This was a great video Marissa and those tank tops are very flattering on you!
Thank you ☺️🙏
Love the tank tops on you! I would not wear Pink Floyd with the bird skirt. I don't include my wedding rings in my item counts as I don't ever take them off. I like the 4, 4 and 2 for the clothing items though. You can cover all the bases with that!
Thanks for chiming in -- I also never take the rings off, but I figured I should count them, hahaha. Cheers and take care!
Great examples. It also helps to have access to a washing machine and dryer, especially for the kids. And Mr. Zen needs his own suitcase for room for his socks, right? 😉
🤣 I can tell you’re a longtime watcher!
Amazing
Love this video! Love the bird skirt! Can you do a video about how you maintain your clothes and maybe a laundry care video?
I have a laundry video right here: ua-cam.com/video/6rR80G9DC7w/v-deo.htmlsi=4ksSx5rJMqh-JdXW
One day I will be able to do that ❤
Saw your tank top in a prior video. It looks better on you than the model. That style looks better than the tanks I own so thanks for the link.
I have been meaning to ask you about this tank tops since the last vídeos. They look great on you
I would definitely include a cotton cardigan and maybe a rain jacket. And skip the paper bag skirt and the beige tank top. Maybe take another t-shirt? After all, its Germany: cosy 16°Celsius on July 7th 😉
I love the bird skirt, but not with the Pink Floyd t-shirt...
Das ist hier wirklich mein Problem. Ich hätte so gerne eine minimalistischere Garderobe, aber ich hatte alleine diese Woche schon alles an: von meinem Herbstmantel, zur Daunenweste, einer Jeansjacke, nur die Bluse oder ein Top ganz ohne Jacke. Wer früh morgens aus dem Haus geht, braucht hier in Deutschland manchmal mindestens 3 Optionen an Outfits, um über den Tag zu kommen 😂 ohne zu erfrieren, zu verbrennen oder nass zu werden.
Cotton cardigans are my biggest wardrobe must have!
@@Scassolina-rv2xjHere in The Netherlands we also don’t know what to wear this ‘summer’. On the street you see all seasons 😅 I wear mostly layers and very often a rain coat outside.
@@yelenayeli9529 I always wear layers too. But layering drives me crazy. And then I'm still packing for a small child and all weather/emergency scenarios on top of that. 😂
Außerdem schwitzt man ja, wenn's heiß ist wie Sau, da zieh ich abends zum Ausgehen was anderes an als am Tag, ich will ja nicht durchgeschwitzt essen gehen.
“After I lost my boobs to breastfeeding” LOL I love how u just slipped that in there all casual, when u said “after I lost…” I was expecting a tragedy but not that kind of tragedy 😂
A Shakespearean level tragedy!! 🥹😂
You look gooooorgeous in these tops!
Thank you!!!
ive been LOOKING for tank tops like these!!!
I also wear workout tanks as shirts, but mine are so worn out theyre on the scratchy-im about to fall apart stage T_T
Thank you for posting this!
I don't prefer the Pink Floyd top with the bird skirt. The other tops accentuate your waist and look so much more put together. I need to learn the patience to try on clothes until I find pieces that I love.
Would you do an episode using more formal clothing.? Please. I don’t wear t shirts and tank tops.
Sorry, I don’t own clothing like that! But I think almost any other capsule wardrobe video on UA-cam fits that style - very chic. Just do a search and I bet you’ll find a bunch. Good luck 🙏
Where did you buy those tank tops? They look comfy
They’re linked in the description
Packing is one of THE hardest things in life for me. Lol. I think I have a bigger problem tho with beauty and hygiene products (or misc things I “might need”) than with clothes. 😅😅
Lol. I’d prob not wear the PF tee with the bird skirt but hey…you do you. Lol.
Same for me with broad shoulders tho but for me white suits me so an easy fix for me is just mostly white tops. I save the colors for the over shirts and the pants or shoes. 😁 Mostly Bcuz I don’t even have to think about trying to “match” a bunch of things which makes my head hurt. Lol. Mostly I just vary “white shirt” styles for a little “variety.” Lol.
Pink Floyd = good taste!
You wear your clothes very well😊
I enjoyed the video, but I think you may have forgotten to add the link at the end for the next video to watch. Nothing showed for me.
I agree about that one combination. I probably wouldn't have worn the Pink Floyd to and bird skirt combo either. I also tend to pack more tops and less bottoms when I travel.
It should be there, I definitely linked it, so it could be a glitch. You can find the video here just in case: ua-cam.com/video/fz2G5SIS9tA/v-deo.htmlsi=xMHGgox8Z3qTGRCd
@@AtoZenLifeThank you. Will definitely watch it!
@@mkmariak Awesome and thanks for letting me know 🙏❤️
Great! Can you do one with formal attire for business travel?
Sorry, I don’t own anything like that! 😅🙏
you could wear cobalt bloe and some other vivid colours
What brand is the canvas bag? Fossil? It looks new! I just love below the knee skirts with tees . It’s definitely a regional thing for me , and I do think the Pink Floyd with prints works just fine!
It’s actually Aeropostale and has holes/wear all over. I’ve been wanting to learn visible mending to save it from falling apart. 🥹
What weather app is that?! Love how it is displayed.
You are lucky you are in Berlin. In the west of Germany its a lot colder now.
I live in The Netherlands and atm I need a lot of clothes while its often wet, cold and a few hours warm inside the house when the sun shines. Outside its rarely warm this summer.
It was cooler today (high of 73) and up to 90 again later in the week - up, down, up down! 😂
@@AtoZenLife I cannot remember such a weird year. We have rainy fall weather since June 2023.