I Created 6 Different Travel Outfits With Just 9 Pieces to Keep My Suitcase Light—Here’s How I Did It

I'm preparing for several upcoming events that involve air travel. In fact, I'm currently on a trip, visiting some old friends, and the last thing I want to worry about is dragging my heavy luggage from destination to destination. As part of my effort to pack lightly, I have already dedicated my Calpak Luka Soft-Sided Mini Carry-On Luggage for several trips in my calendar in the next few months.

As you can imagine, the mini carry-on bag has only so much room, so it all comes down to packing strategically. I typically plan out a different outfit every day, but with so little space this time around, I need to make the most out of a handful of pieces. So, I planned out six different outfit ideas using just these nine styles from Old Navy, Quince, and more.

Travel-Friendly Fashion Finds
Anrabess 2-Piece Wide-Leg Pants and Tank Set, $36 (was $45); amazon.com
A New Day Button-Front Cardigan, $35; target.com
Anrabess Linen-Blend Pants, $36; amazon.com
Automet Cap-Sleeve Tee, $13; amazon.com
Odoly Adjustable Buckle Sandals, $19 with coupon (was $24); amazon.com
Old Navy Sleeveless Button-Front Mini Dress, $35; oldnavy.com
Anrabess 2-Piece Wide-Leg Pants and Tank Set
A matching set is a travel-friendly essential because you can always take it apart to wear with other separates. I love a nice, cohesive look on its own, but you can't beat this cute tank with chino shorts or relaxed straight-leg jeans. I plan to pair the wide-leg pants with an adorable, tiered tank for another day as well.

A New Day Button-Front Cardigan
I often get cold, no matter where I am, so I like to carry a cardigan with me. This crocheted number will make a simple top feel like a base layer. This is one of my favorite pieces for unpredictable weather because it's incredibly chic while still keeping me warm when I need it. Additionally, it goes well with just about anything, whether it's a matching set or a little dress.

Anrabess Linen-Blend Pants
A neutral pair of linen pants is a must-have for the season. Not only are they lightweight and soft, but they also mesh well with a wide range of tops, including blouses, tanks, simple tees, button-downs, and more. I really like how the drawstring waistband cinches me in as well, and I plan to wear these well into fall.

Automet Cap-Sleeve Tee
I consider this minimalist cap-sleeve T-shirt a style staple. I'd certainly build an entire outfit around it because there are endless ways to wear it. My plan is to team this soft tee with my black chino shorts for one day and with my linen pants on another. But it would also work well with a cute wrap skirt.

Don't miss a few more of my favorite travel-friendly pieces below.

Odoly Adjustable Buckle Sandals
Old Navy Sleeveless Button-Front Mini Dress
Quince Organic Stretch Cotton Chino Shorts
Old Navy High-Waisted Faux-Wrap Linen-Blend Mini Skort

Lulus Tie-Strap Tiered Tank Top