The one outfit you really shouldn't bother packing for your next holiday
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Packing your suitcase for a trip can often be a stressful process - you want to bring enough stuff that you have everything you need... but you need to stick to weight and size restrictions.
It's easy to fall into the trap of overpacking your bags with things you don't need.
And the general consensus is that there's one outfit you should just always leave at home, as a rule.
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Are you a chronic overpacker? Getty
In a Reddit thread, one person asked frequent travellers to weigh in on the topic "What's the first thing you ditch when you need more space in your luggage?"
Overwhelmingly, the number one answer among respondents is that they get rid of any 'fancy clothes' if they need space in their suitcase.
More often than not, these clothes just don't end up getting worn.
"I used to pack 'nice' clothes in case I wanted to go somewhere fancy or a nightclub or something," the top comment on the thread reads.
"But the thing is, I NEVER go to nightclubs or fancy places! So I stopped packing makeup, fancy clothes, extra purses, high heels, etc. I'll pack the clothes I wear over and over, and just plan on doing laundry."
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You can get away with relaxed outfits while travelling. Getty
Another weighed in, adding that even if they do go to nicer places, usually the dress code is pretty relaxed.
"Even in Europe people are more casual in touristy areas especially in summertime. I always wind up leaving the jeans and collared shirts in the suitcase when I take them."
One person added that they always used to travel with a hair curler and a full makeup bag, but found that they were often too busy or tired to spend ages getting ready. Now they just pack basic makeup and a hair brush.
One more tip from the thread which was well-received by commenters was that you can leave all the "But maybe I'll need it!" extras at home.
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Reconsider what you'll acually use while away. Getty
If you're travelling to a major city, you'll be able to buy all those excess things that you rarely use but still pack - painkillers, bandaids, umbrellas, etc.
"It was truly freeing when I realised that the only absolutely vital items are my passport and a major credit card," the commenter wrote. "I mean, I bring considerably more than that, but the anxiety over 'Am I forgetting something?' pretty much disappeared."
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