How to pack for a short vacation and what I am bringing with me to L.A.

My L.A. trip is coming close now so it’s time to start thinking about what I am bringing and how to pack efficiently. I am going for 4 days so I am only bringing a carry-on and a bag because I shouldn’t need more then that. But with only bringing a smaller suitcase I need to make sure I am packing smart and the right pieces to get me through the trip.

This task can be a difficult one when you are a fashion blogger and want to take tons of photos and have different outfits. But I am going to try to pack light and show you that it is not that hard, you just have to think about the pieces that you are bringing before hand.

What I did was I packed my suitcase early to get an idea of how much I can fit in there and also how many outfits I could make with the pieces I am bringing. I made a packing list of what I am bringing for you to see and get an idea of how to make it work and how much you should be able to fit in your carry-on bag.

Obviously depending on where you are going and why you are going will defer a bit on what to bring but at least you will get a good idea.

Alright let's start with clothing. Now I might of added a few extra pieces then I really need but they fit in and I want to get lots of photos. So you should be able to go with even less, I mean I am only going for 4 days. But here you go...

- 2 shorts

- 2 dresses

- 2 sandals

- 1 pair of sneakers (that I will be wearing on the plane)

- 2 tanks

- 3 tops

- 1 sweater

- 2 light jackets

- 1 pair of pants

- 1 pair of heels for going out

- 2 bikinis

- 1 or 2 pairs of sunglasses

- 1 medium sized bag good for any occasion

- A few rings, bracelets and necklaces

- My camera and lens as well as extra batteries and memory cards

- polaroid camera and film

- beach towel

You could also bring your laptop and battery but I have planned not to.

- coconut oil

- sea salt beach hair spray

- travel size shampoo, conditioner, body and face wash

- 1 lipstick and lip balm

- bb cream or light foundation

- sunscreen

- mascara/eyeliner/bronzer
- toothbrush, toothpaste

- hair brush, deodorant

I am probably misses a few things, but you get it. And I already tried and it all fits in my suitcase and bag. When I write it out it sounds like a lot but I mean all my beauty products are travel size and my clothing is pretty light material.

So there you have it, what I am bringing and a good idea of how much you can fit in a carry-on. It is great to know because I have always tended to over pack and bring way to much. So it is a smart idea to downsize and know how and what to pack for no matter then length of stay. I am gone 4 days and I will have plenty enough.

I hope this post was helpful and that you enjoyed it.

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