My study abroad wardrobe

I have a best friend studying abroad in the fall and I've been wanting to compile a list for her of the things I use most here and what I wish I left at home. Every blog you read and every list you find on Pinterest will tell you not to overpack, but the one thing I did was overpack. You really overestimate how much you need for a year or a semester abroad! I've found that you really learn to prioritize saving money and being able to spend it on eating out while traveling instead of paying for extra luggage. So instead of using the space to wear a different outfit in every city, I save some space and use that for buying souvenirs. Especially in the Fall and Winter seasons you end up wearing your coat in every photo so you never even see what you're wearing. My number one tip would be to bring things that can all go together. Neutral colors, comfy options, and different colored pants go way further in changing up outfits than different tops do. Don't forget you will probably want to buy a few things on your travels so you will never be without more than enough of what you need. You can also view my Pinterest board and see what others have had to say on this as well! *this list is based on my year abroad and probably too much for one semester abroad*

Tops:

• 3 big sweaters (depending on the climate where you're going)
• 2 thick cardigans
• 7 long sleeve tops
• 2 turtle necks
• 9 short sleeve ops
• 3 tank tops
• 2 dresses

Pants (trousers):

• 6 different colored jeans/ pants
• 1 leggings
• 1 skirt

Shoes:

• Running shoes
• Casual sneakers
• Short rainboots
• Boots
• Shower shoes (flip-flops)

Outerwear:

• Long/warm coat
• Light jacket

Accessories:

• 1 small backpack
• 1 small cross-body bag
• 1 carry-on bag (duffel or travel backpack is easier than hard rolling luggage)
• 1 big checked- bag (2 depending on how much non-clothing items you'll need)
• 1 bathing suit (you never know where there might be a beach or some thermal hot springs!)

Travel Accessories:

• Travel towel
• Travel accessories (mentioned in travel products post)
• Baseball cap
• Ear warmers
• Warm hat
• Scarf
• Gloves

Sleepwear:

• 2 t-shirts
• Sweatpants
• Yoga pants

How I lay everything out before a trip to make sure it all coordinates in some way (this is not for my study abroad packing)

My favorite rain boots because they don't look like rain boots at all! (I have them in Navy Blue)
Jack Rogers Boots

I have these comfy t-shirts in practically every color they're simple, and easy to pack
Jcrew t-shirt

I buy almost all of my pants from OldNavy because they're inexpensive, comfortable, and they have such a large variety!
Old Navy

My favorite carry-on pack (even has a laptop sleeve for us traveling students).
Osprey backpack

Me leaving home with my THIRD (I'm embarrassed by that) suitcase