The May bank holidays are already here. The headache of packing your suitcase begins.
At LePantalon, we thought giving you a few tips might help, because we often take more than we need and our bag fills up with "just in case" items.
So, we're going to guide you through filling your bag with useful items and keeping it from being too heavy for your travels. You might as well avoid hurting your back before a great weekend in the countryside.
Which bag should I take?
This is a crucial question when packing your suitcase. What bag are you taking?
In our opinion, the ideal bag is a weekend bag. It can add a lot of style to your outfits and is neither too big nor too small. It's aptly named.
As you can see, Boris has found the perfect bag for a stylish getaway. With his Leo and Violette blue travel bag, matching our Navy Blue Chinos, he's ready for a weekend getaway.
Of course, there are several alternatives. Backpacks or small, all-purpose suitcases are also excellent choices. No matter your mode of transportation, this small format is very practical (and won't cost you extra on the plane).
What to put in the bag?
Only select things you really need. Yes, it may seem trivial, but it's crucial!
Forget your big towel to dry off after your shower, opt for a microfiber towel. It will be much lighter, making it easier to store. Do you really need that family-sized shower gel? Or that shampoo, conditioner, and hairspray? There are travel-sized versions (small size) or combo versions (shampoo + shower gel) that are much more economical and portable.
When traveling, you always have the option to wash your clothes. Just go to the local supermarket to buy laundry detergent or borrow your mom's. Doing a load of laundry while on vacation doesn't take much time and it avoids bringing too many clothes, which frees up space in your suitcase.
Whether you're planning a short weekend with friends in the mountains or a trip to the ocean, there's no point in cluttering yourself up with unnecessary items you can find on site.
Finally, for your outfits, choose pieces from your wardrobe that you wear often and that you can layer. For example, this pretty camel sweater over a white shirt with our Navy Blue Chinos or this pretty outfit with an open navy blue shirt over a white t-shirt with our Light Grey Flannel .
You can take off certain clothes if the weather is nice, just as you can stay warm in this outfit if the weather is inclement. Okay, we grant you, in theory it's easy, in practice it's something else. But in life, you have to make choices.
To make a lightweight bag, you have to think about the smallest details; any space saving is not negligible!
How to pack your bag?
Despite extensive research, we haven't found THE method. It depends a lot on your bag.
Whether you're packing a backpack, a travel bag, or a small suitcase, there are many different sizes to choose from for your adventure. For backpacks or small suitcases, consider rolling your clothes. There's also the method of folding all your clothes together, which is very practical for travel bags and suitcases.
Choose a travel bag with plenty of pockets. This will allow you to organize your belongings. And of course, be careful not to end up with a tote bag where you won't be able to find your belongings.
The article from L'Oiseau Rose can give you ideas for packing your small travel bag!
Short story :
The history of the backpack goes back several centuries.
Invented in the 11th century, the backpack did not resemble the image we have of it today.
At the time, it was made of wicker. Then improvements were made in the 17th century. Wooden frames attached to the shoulders with leather straps were added.
Two centuries later, the leather bag was transformed into a backpack by adding a wooden frame. Then the wood was quickly replaced by metal in 1909 by Ole F. Bergan .
Some brands, such as Millet and Lafuma, have sought to develop it in France. The backpack has proven to be a very good bag for outdoor sports and, little by little, it has also become a very fashionable city bag.
Instant Mode:
Since you like to be given ideas for looks, here's one!
We often need a raincoat when traveling because it's difficult to predict the weather. So we recommend pairing it with a mid-season cotton sweater, navy chinos , and simple sneakers. However, blue doesn't go with everything. We recommend taking a look at our article How to wear blue in all seasons .
Like Boris, this will allow you to prepare for all eventualities in style! Whether it starts to rain at the beach or during your walk in the countryside, you'll have nothing to worry about.
We hope that these tips will be useful to you and that from now on you will be able to travel light!
To choose your travel bag, we offer you the Top 40 from GQ .
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