In today’s post I’ll be sharing a look at what was in my travel capsule, great for both town & country adventures and the 16+ outfits I put together. Let’s explore!
MY TOWN & COUNTRY CAPSULE
I’m calling this a town & country travel capsule because our itinerary included a mix of both city explorations and nature-based adventures. We spent lots of time wandering different neighbourhoods, checking out shops and making our way through as many great restaurants as we could. We also did lots of seaside walks, hikes and made sure to get out of the city for some proper forest trails and ocean time.
With that in mind I packed for essentially two types of trip with lots of pieces that could cross over from more utilitarian tasks to more polished outings. Naturally, my go-to staples from Everlane were first to find their way into my suitcase*.
THIS CAPSULE IS IDEAL FOR: A longer term vacation (7+ days) in a moderate coastal climate (with cooler temps and chance of rain) and where you plan to do both outdoor (hikes, walking, biking) and more city-based activities (shopping, dinners etc).
*I checked my luggage for this trip, however, I definitely think you could get away with a carry-on. Just wear your the bulkiest items on the plane (ie: camel coat, wool trouser, Blundstones, alpaca sweater).
OUTERWEAR
RAINCOAT – Of course, no west coast packing list is complete without a raincoat. I brought the one I’ve had for years and wore it over my zip-up fleece sweater to stay both dry and cozy. If it had been colder I’d have brought my Re:Down Long Puffer since it’s water repellent, packable and super lightweight.
FLEECE (gifted / linked to full-zip) – This is my number 1 go-to for any outdoor activity. I find it very warm so all I wear is a long-sleeve shirt underneath and a rain coat over top. I wear a Medium for easy layering and air circulation.
CAMEL WRAP COAT – The quintessential ‘town topcoat’ is always a camel one in my mind. Everlane does a classic cocoon coat and recently released a gorgeous recycled wool overcoat that would have both worked well in this capsule. I wear a Small in the one shown.
WHITE BLAZER – This ivory blazer has been a breakthrough favourite this year and I love how it freshens up dark denim and feels positively polished over a cute top. I wear a size 2 in Everlane blazers.
KNITS + TEES
BABY ALPACA CREW – I’ve taken the chance to rave about this sweater to anyone who asks for sweater recos. It is insanely good! I’m ordering it in at least one more colour before the year ends for sure. I wear a small and the fit is oversized.
FITTED TURTLENECK – These are my go-to base layer for chilly but active days. They layer easily, fit great and wash up like new (wash cold, hang dry for best results). I have one in all three colours! I wear a small for a snug fit that’s not too tight.
FITTED LONG-SLEEVE – Same top just minus the turtleneck. Another staple among my travel essentials. I wear a small for a snug fit that’s not too tight.
MOCKNECK CASHMERE – The version I have is a discontinued style but Everlane still offers something similar. I wear a Small for a relaxed but not oversized fit and layer over a fitted tank for insulation.
CASHMERE SWEATER DRESS – This is quickly becoming a closet favourite especially now that I can pair it with tall boots and tights for a super comfy but still totally chic look. I wear a Medium for a roomy fit.
STRIPED TURTLENECK – I’d be hard pressed to leave home without at least one striped item. I love the thin double stripe on this one and the loose neck for easy warmth. I wear an XS for a close fit.
DRESSY TOPS
WASHABLE SILK SHIRT – This button down is ideal for an instant way to dress up jeans and still feel relaxed. It washes up well but I found it needed a quick steam to return to it’s original smoothness. I wear a 2 for a relaxed fit.
SILK TEE– Silk is such an elegant way to make a simple piece feel way more elevated. I love a boxy cut tee French tucked into high waisted pants for an effortlessly chic combo. I wear an OS for a generous fit.
KNIT SQUARE NECK TOP – I decided to test out this style after loving the square neck bodysuit and totally fell for the feel and fit of this ribbed knit. It’s a great office top too! I wear a Small for a slim fit.
PANTS
BLACK CIGARETTE JEANS – These are definitely my most-worn jeans . The fit is forgiving with lots of stretch and the cut feels timeless but contemporary. I wear a 27 Regular.
SILK FLORENCE PANT – These were great for a couple of dinners out when I was dying to get out of my jeans. I was just getting going with styling these and can’t wait to wear them more over the season. I wear a Medium Regular for lots of room in the hip and leg.
WOOL ANDY TROUSER – These cozy pants were awesome for travel days and windy walks alike. They are incredibly soft and warm. I wear a size Small Regular.
SKINNY JEANS – I love this deep indigo wash that looks and feels much more expensive than $68 USD. The shape retention is awesome without being too rigid. I found them pretty comfortable for lots of walking and biking. I wear a 27 Regular.
BOOTS
BLUNDSTONE BOOTS – Perfect for hiking, biking, walking and just about anything in between, no matter the weather. Linked to the winterized version, which I wear in a AUS 4, regular version (unlined) available here.
WEATHERPROOF SUEDE GLOVE BOOT (on sale) – I love these walking friendly boots with cropped pants and jeans. Perfect for dressing up a low-key look. I wear a US 7 but they run narrow.
KNEE HIGH BOOT – I had been searching for the perfect tall boot forever and of course, Everlane came through. It seems I wasn’t the only one though since they sold out in a flash. Fingers crossed that they bring these back but for now the Boss Boot is a great option.
PYTHON ANKLE BOOT (on sale) – I probably could have swapped these for a sneaker on this trip but I loved the pop of pattern they added to the overall neutral palette. Plus, they were surprisingly comfy for a long day of walking! They run TTS (I have the 38 and wear a US7) but a touch narrow in the toe.
ACCESSORIES
VINTAGE CROSS BODY BAG – This little vintage cross body is my all-time favourite travel bag because it keeps me lean but still holds all the essentials. This one (on sale), this one and this one are all similar options.
KNIT BEANIE – I brought a few of these to keep my ears warm. This one is a personal favourite but I have this cashmere rib beanie in three colours too!
LEATHER BELT – A simple brown leather belt adds just the right amount of polish when needed.
CASHMERE SCARF – A light cashmere scarf was on my wish list after last winter and this one fits the bill perfectly. It freshens up any look while adding warmth.
BLACK TIGHTS – Opaque black tights are a must in my closet and I love them paired with sweater dresses and tall boots! I wear a medium in these and love the fit.
ALL THE LOOKS
I created and wore about 16 looks during our 9 day trip but I could have easily doubled or even tripled that number if we were gone for longer. In fact I’ve still been wearing most of these pieces since we got back because the combos just keep coming!
These photos aren’t as slick as my usual DSLR images but I kind of like the more spur of the moment feel of these.
