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Holiday Packing Made Easy: 5-4-3-2-1 Capsule Wardrobe for Minimalist Travelers

Capsule Packing Checklist

November 26, 2025

I’m Abby!.
I'm a certified & published fashion stylist located in Silicon Valley with speciality in personal styling, color analysis and runway, commercial, and editorial styling.

Are you planning to get away for the holidays and stressing about what to pack? Think of it as a simple packing checklist broken into categories so you know exactly what to bring. It’s the easiest way to pack light while still feeling stylish, put-together, and intentional.

The 5-4-3-2-1 capsule wardrobe packing method helps you streamline your suitcase with versatile pieces that all work together. Here is our AYS checklist. You can even print it if you want.

Choose the recommended number of items in each category, and mix and match multiple outfits without hauling around extra suitcases. Bonus: you’ll also save on baggage fees—more money for fun vacation purchases!

Whether you’re heading to a warm destination or packing for a cool-weather trip this holiday season, this guide breaks down exactly what to bring: tops, bottoms, shoes, layers, and accessories.

Use this simple capsule wardrobe checklist to stay organized and create tons of outfits with fewer pieces.

Do you need some fashion help? Do you want to look and feel amazing on your next big trip? Click here to book a complimentary phone consultation with us!

And don’t forget to check out my latest blog post on how to travel light, look stylish with packing tips you’ll actually use.

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