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PACKING for a trip to another country isn't always a walk in the park - especially when you need 10 days of outfits and only have a carry-on to work with. On a recent trip from New York to London, I had to find a way to get everything I needed across the pond - and came up with a clever hack. My luggage for the trip consisted of a standard carry-on suitcase, an accompanying tote bag, and a garment bag.

But I was packing for a variety of adventures, including work and a wedding, which complicated matters. I hadn't paid to check a bag, so I was relying only on the airline's standard carry-on and personal item allowance. So how was I going to fit a floor-length gown into my tiny carry-on and still manage to fit my work outfits and other necessities? Somehow I managed to get everything on my list - including three pairs of shoes, the gown, and a laptop - over to London , thanks to a clever hack .



For starters, I made a packing list weeks in advance, adding to it when I came across a must-bring item or dress in my closet. From there, I was able to strategically plan outfits for each day, making notes of what to wear when depending on my schedule and planned events. This also helped me avoid overpacking as I scheduled my itinerary and largely knew what activities to expect during my stay.

I mostly stuck to dresses, as they were much easier to roll up and sort into packing cubes than pants and shirts. Clothing-wise, I packed into my suitcase: The other side of my suitcase held acces.

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