nashville: a weekend of outfits + a packing list

I have this fantasy where I have a carry-on suitcase sitting in my closet, packed and ready to go at all times, filled with perfect yet minimal outfits that will work for any destination.

What can I say? I love it when I can automate things. :)

In fact, I do this with my toiletry bag. I keep travel sized basics like toothpaste, toothbrush, makeup wipes, etc. in my suitcase, ready to go. It speeds up the packing process.

But, I haven’t achieved that with my clothes, and I’m not sure if I ever will. Every trip calls for something different — what with it’s different activities and different climate. Plus, let’s be real, I want to wear my favorite clothes — not keep them stashed in a suitcase, waiting for my next trip. :)

My packing lists usually have a similar vibe, though, and there are a few constants:

Pretty much no matter where I’m going, I always bring a striped tee (or two), black yoga leggings (great for the plane and for PJs) and a black dress (that I can dress up or down).

Anyway, I’ve got packing on the brain because we’re headed to Nashville for a few days!

Back when we lived in Austin, we had the best little group of friends — but we’ve all scattered to different cities now. We get together at least twice a year, and this time around, we’re meeting in Nashville. I can’t wait to see them!

The forecast calls for thunderstorms all weekend, so even though I’m craving dresses and shades of white, I’m packing closed toe shoes jeans sturdy clothes that can get a little wet and still look great.

Instead of a traditional packing list, I decided to break it up by activity. What do you think?

TOPS JACKETS

01 | Denim jacket (old) | similar (made in USA) | similar for less

02 | Stripe tank (old) | similar (made in USA)

03 | Indigo tee c/o Ace&Jig (made in USA) | similar for less

04 | Crop tee (old) | similar | similar (made in USA)

05 | Black tank (old) | similar (made in USA)

06 | Stripe sweater (old) | similar (socially responsible)

BOTTOMS SHOES

01 | Black dress c/o Everlane (made responsibly)

02 |Jeans by Madewell | similar by Paige Denim (made in USA)

03 | Black jeans (old) | similar (made in USA)

04 | Yoga leggings by YogaSmoga (eco-friendly made in USA socially responsible)

05 | Ankle booties c/o Fortress of Inca (made ethically sustainably)

06 | Sneakers by Veja (environmentally friendly socially responsible)

ACCESSORIES

01 | Long necklace by Madewell | 02 | Travel tote c/o Ona | 03 | Sunnies by Ray Ban

So tell me, do you have any go-to pieces you always pack no matter the destination? Any recommendations for can’t-miss things to do while we’re in Nashville?

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