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I'm Haley, sharing capsule wardrobes and all things travel to help you pack smarter, lighter and be a carry-on-only traveler! Size reference: 5’4”.

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It’s Friday Fly-Day, my favorite day of the week when we celebrate our love for travel and cute outfits!⁣⁣

The Pants: They feel like yoga but look elevated! These wide-leg pants are a great travel day option. Comfortable, yet dressy enough for the first day at your destination, they provide full leg coverage and have pockets!

Layers are the key for travel days. One minute it’s hot, the next minute it’s not! A zip front hoodie is an easy layer that gives you options, and the soft ribbed T-shirt is made from naturally breathable modal fabric.

The +1 carry-on item is structured and snaps shut.

I love the small crossbody…it keeps all your airport essentials handy (cell phone, passport, money, chapstick), and stashes away in the tote before boarding your flight.

The hardshell carry-on suitcase is gorgeous and is ready for all of your domestic and international trips. Bonus…it’s EXPANDABLE!

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It’s Friday Fly-Day, my favorite day of the week when we celebrate our love for travel and cute outfits!⁣⁣

- The Pants: They feel like pajamas but look like this! It’s tough to find a travel pant for summer. Often times, the pants you fly in are the pants you wear your entire first day, so they need to work for varying temperatures and be comfortable. This wide leg pant gets the job done. It gives you full leg coverage on the flight and has a subtle, breezy texture that basically never wrinkles.

- Layers are the key for travel days. One minute it’s hot, the next minute it’s not! Wear easy layers to give you options.

- The +1 carry-on item is an award winner and you may recognize the metallic fabric…it’s the duffel version of my favorite travel backpack!

- And if you know, you know…this carry-on suitcase is EVERYWHERE and travelers love it. There are two sizes, so if you’re traveling internationally, be sure to get the smaller version.
#traveloutfit

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What to Pack for Ireland in October

Green countryside, stone castles, and cozy evenings in the pub…this 15-piece capsule was created with Ireland’s damp and breezy fall weather in mind.

Expect daytime highs in the 50s°F, nights in the 40s°F, and plenty of passing showers — so I focused on waterproof outerwear, straight-ankle pants to avoid wet hems, warm knit tops that work from Dublin’s city streets to windswept cliffs. Here’s your packing list for Ireland in October:
➡️ 5 Tops
➡️ 3 Bottoms
➡️ 2 Outer Layers: a waterproof hooded raincoat + a warm plaid jacket for polish and warmth
➡️ 2 Shoes: waterproof ankle boots and waterproof sneakers
➡️ Accessories: wool tights, 2 scarves, a beanie, lightly lined gloves, and a windproof umbrella

Every piece mixes and matches into 15+ outfits — and the best part, it all fits in your carry-on.

⭐️ My travel capsules are crafted with care from research, personal travel experience, and my own style preferences. I try to get it right every time — but I can’t always predict surprise cold fronts or your exact itinerary. Take what works, leave what doesn’t, and make it your own. These capsules are intended to be fun starting points, not packing gospel.

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What to Pack for a European Fall River Cruise

The cobblestone streets of Prague, historic storybook towns, and cozy evenings onboard…this capsule was created with a European fall river cruise in mind.

Not cruising? This capsule also works beautifully for early-to-mid fall city trips where days hover in the 50s–60s°F and nights dip into the 40s–50s°F…think Vienna, Budapest, or Paris as a final stop on your itinerary…or U.S. gems like Chicago, Boston, NYC! Here’s your packing list for a fall European river cruise:
➡️ 4 Tops: a blouse and lightweight knits that layer easily under a cardigan or coat
➡️ 3 Bottoms: a trouser-style dark denim, tailored ponte knit pants, and a comfy drawstring pull-on pant
➡️ 2 Dresses: knit and shirt styles that transition from day to night
➡️ 3 Outer Layers: a water-resistant trench for rain + a wool blend wrap coat and a cardigan for warmth
➡️ 3 Shoes: sneakers for cobblestones and high mileage days, waterproof booties for rain, flats for dinners
➡️ Accessories: scarf, opaque tights, merino layering tank, compact umbrella, and a day tote for excursions

Every piece mixes and matches into 14+ outfits — and the best part, it all fits in your carry-on.

⭐️ My travel capsules are crafted with care from research, personal travel experience, and my own style preferences. I try to get it right every time — but I can’t always predict surprise cold fronts or your exact itinerary. Take what works, leave what doesn’t, and make it your own. These capsules are intended to be fun starting points, not packing gospel. #falltraveloutfits

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What to Pack for an Italian Fall Getaway

Warm afternoons, mild evenings, and just enough chill at night to make layering essential. This capsule was created with Italy in mind - beautiful days filled with Renaissance art, vineyard tours, and historic churches.

Not heading to Italy? This capsule works beautifully for early-fall travel where days reach the 70s–low 80s°F and nights dip into the 50s–60s°F…think Spain, southern France, or any destination with warm days and crisp evenings. Here’s your packing list for a fall Italy getaway:
➡️ 4 Tops: lightweight blouses and sweater tees that stand alone during warm days, but layer easily with a cardigan or trench at night
➡️ 3 Bottoms: dark denim, versatile chinos, and a skirt that works with sneakers.
➡️ 2 Dresses: day-to-night options that feel chic with sneakers in the afternoon and flats in the evening
➡️ 2 Outer Layers: a belted trench coat for polish and light rain protection, plus a cardigan for cooler mornings and evenings
➡️ 2 Shoes: sneakers for cobblestone streets and polished flats for dinners and church visits
➡️ Accessories: silk scarf (Italian staple), compact umbrella, sunglasses, simple jewelry, and a crossbody bag

Every item mixes and matches to create more than 14 outfit combinations, and the best part…it all fits in your carry-on suitcase. #traveloutfits

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Travel Capsules

It is a lightweight carry-on designed to fit on most domestic airlines, but I have traveled internationally with this bag with no problems, as has my husband and 3 sons.

The details:
Hard shell
Clam shell/2 sided design
4 Spinner wheels
Weighs 6.7 lbs

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This Travelpro carry-on suitcase is a great option for those who prefer a soft shell. It’s ultra-lightweight weighing in at 5.3 lbs.

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Introducing…The Cosmolite 3.0 Carry-on Spinner! This carry-on suitcase is by Samsonite and it is the one I use for every trip.

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Here are the packing cubes I use…one set are the slim size that fit perfectly the width of most carry-ons, and the other set have a little compression for your bulkier items!

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Why these make the cut as my favorite carry-on suitcases…great quality, work for most international airlines and domestic, and they are ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT!

Top Rated Choice for a Carry-On Backpack

Because not every trip is a suitcase trip!

Why it makes my list of recommended carry-ons:

- It meets the requirements of most airlines.
- (Take caution with strict international carriers! If bag isn’t overstuffed, it should meet size standards.)
- To be safe, for international airlines, opt for the 35L size.
- Weight-distributing carrying features for optimal comfort.
- It has a suitcase-style, full-wrap zipper opening that allows you to open the bag completely flat for easy packing and access to your belongings.
- Excellent organization with interior mesh pockets.
- Padded laptop sleeve
- Durable weather-resistant material
- Includes a rain cover for extra protection
- Thoughtful Details: A top zippered pocket provides quick access to essentials like your passport, phone, and wallet. Brightly colored zippers can help differentiate compartments for easier access. It also features a luggage pass-through sleeve for easy attachment to a rolling suitcase.

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