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Expert tips include using packing cubes and a roomy personal item bag.

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Packing lightly isnt something that comes naturally to everyone.

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But then I remind myself to take a step back and focus onjust the essentials.

The trolley sleeve also comes in handy while navigating through the airport.

You just have to be strategic.

The Bigger Carry-On

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It can be worn with a variety of bottoms (denim, skirts, trousers, etc.

), and it provides an extra bit of warmth under a jacket or coat.

In the past year, Ive been on a big oversized button-down shirt kick when traveling.

Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack

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These lightweight sneakers on sale for 50 percent off are the perfect solution.

I have a routine that I dont like to diverge from.

That way, I can grab and go as needed.

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Its just the name of the game.

This Gap Turtleneck Rib Midi Sweater Dress is the perfect example.

The ribbed knit fabric has enough structure to keep it in good form for several wears on your trip.

Pointelle knit turtleneck

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Ive since left chunky heels behind and placed myself firmly in the camp of lightweight slingbacks.

On sale for just $40, theseNine West slingbacksare very similar to my go-to pair.

Theyre also slim enough to be slipped into spaces between the packing cubes in my suitcase.

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For a sturdier heel, I’d also keepNaturalizer’s Ginger Snip-toe Slingbackson your Black Friday shopping radar.

Instead, I go with a more manageable fitted crewneck sweater.

Its less voluminous, and it can be rolled or folded into one of my packing cubes.

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I may even pick up a few more of these J.Crew sweaters while theyre marked down.

Denim is notoriously hard to shop for, and every pair seems to serve a different purpose.

The Cheeky Straight Jeans from Everlane could potentially serve you well in your future travels.

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When thats the case for me, Ill slip a laundry bag into my suitcase.

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