How many clothes do I need for a 4 week trip?

For Trips Lasting 2 Weeks & More Bring about a week's worth of clothing. This means roughly seven shirts, two or three pairs of bottoms and two or three sets of pajamas. There is also no limit to fresh underwear in my unprofessional opinion.



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How much clothing should I pack for a long trip? While the amount of clothing you bring will depend on whether you're carrying on or checking a bag, a good rule of thumb is to pack one week's worth of clothing and plan to do laundry.

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For extended travel – you only need a week's worth of clothes. Don't forget that you can do laundry!

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For a month long trip five to seven shirts of light, easily-foldable material is the perfect number. If you are travelling in the summer we would recommend packing three or four tee shirts and one or two vest tops.

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What NOT to pack for travel
  • Multiple pairs of jeans. My jeans that go everywhere with me. ...
  • High heels. ...
  • Shoes you haven't broken in. ...
  • Workout gear if you don't regularly work out at home. ...
  • Things you may only use once. ...
  • A different outfit for every day. ...
  • A laundry line. ...
  • A bunch of hair styling tools.


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Start your packing process days or even weeks ahead of your departure date; this gives you time to craft a complete list, plus purchase any additional items you might need for your vacation. Creating a packing list is a fail-safe way to ensure that you never, ever forget to bring something important.

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If you have unlimited suitcase space and don't want to do any laundry, a two-week trip means packing 14/2 = 7 bras and at least 14 pairs of underwear. That consumes a lot of valuable suitcase space! To reduce the number of pieces that need to be packed, simply commit to doing laundry on the road.

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If you are planning to pack for a month-long vacation, it is recommended that you give yourself at least two weeks to do so. This will give you plenty of time to gather all of the necessary items and to pack them securely.

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Most frequent travelers swear by the “3 pairs of shoes” rule, which is to pack two pairs of functional and comfortable shoes and one pair that's a little more formal and dressier. Some travelers would say you can make do with just two pairs for the entire trip.

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  1. If you are close to your weight limit, put heavier items in your purse or camera bag.
  2. Wear your carry on bag as a back pack when boarding.
  3. Leave the hair dryer at home.
  4. Think of alternatives to liquids.
  5. Roll your clothes.
  6. Put smaller items in the corners.
  7. Compress larger items when packing carry on.


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However, you should have an outfit for every day, plus extras for the weather. Therefore, you should include at least 14-16 outfits in your packing list. However, that doesn't mean you must wear completely different clothing each day.

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It is best to have two pairs of bottoms (pants, shorts, or skirts) for each week that you'll be staying. Plan on bringing four shirts per week, and two jackets to layer for warmth (if you're traveling to a cool or cold destination). For a two-week trip, you need four bottoms and eight tops.

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Avoid packing for situations that are unlikely to happen. For example, you don't need to pack rain gear if you're visiting somewhere dry, or a winter coat if you're going to the tropics — you won't end up using them. The same thing goes for anything you might do. If you aren't a hiker, don't bring hiking boots.

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  • Toothbrush & Toothpaste. Nothing is worse than realizing you forgot your toothbrush. ...
  • Hair Brushes. Believe it or not, hair brushes are one of the most commonly forgotten things to pack, especially when it comes to longer trips. ...
  • Travel Adapters & Chargers. ...
  • First Aid Kit. ...
  • Hair Dryer & Iron. ...
  • Umbrella. ...
  • Books & Games. ...
  • Snacks.


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