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Whats your capsule wardrobe?

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Porto to Santiago (2020)
Am busy doing a spring clean/room tidy and having a look at my travel/camino clothes, took photos just for fun...for my next future travels.
Missing the long sleeve merino, as am looking at an upgrade to a more looser/less sporty style.

The polo top is a men's top from mountain warehouse.
Zipper merino jersey from Icebreaker.
Merino blend flower tee from Yank.
Aqua? Merino tee from Icebreaker.
Shorts from an op shop, cashews brand
Jogger pants from postie plus.
Skirt from Ballentines store, upgrading from my kathmandu travel skirt.

 
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Walking outfit is normally shorts and polo tee, which also double as sleepwear if clean.
After walking, usually skirt or trousers with merino tee, 2 different colors because I like a choice. Sometimes wear trousers when walking if exceptionally hot or cold or if the shorts haven't been washed.
The skirt obviously goes with sandals, probably teva terras, for that summer holiday vibe


Having extra outfits works for me.

When I fly in, it's at least 24 hours travel time, and when I finally get to my first night's accommodations the first thing I want to do is shower, change clothes, sightsee and eat pastries, not do housework/laundry.
Next morning, after I've already slept in the clothes I've worn in the previous afternoon, I'll need to change into a third outfit.

Oh , and it's nice when doing a longer camino to have a day of laundry sometimes, if its rainy, or if you arrive late in the day
 
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For the first few weeks of May this year I found it harder than most. There were days when I took wet stuff from one place to the next. I only just managed without wearing wet stuff. I bought more socks in Burgos.
Outerwear - I take 2 pairs shorts, 2 t's (one slightly longer sleeve than the other), 1 light fleece, 1 puffer. And a very lightweight cotton shirt (not for walking). And for rain, a poncho. Most days I wore every layer all day including the poncho. As the walk progressed it got warmer.
Underwear usually 2 bras, 3 knickers, 3 socks.
This year that wasn't enough socks.
 
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Oh, forgot to mention, a raincoat, 3 of each socks/under garments, and a merino buff.
Still debating the best choice of shoe

So that's 4 warm layers, long sleeve merino tee, lightweight merino zipper jersey and raincoat, buff. Plenty of warmth without resorting to puffer jackets, which I think are too hot to wear for most weather, and aren't my style.
Not a legging kinda of gal, for many a reason, but as a last resort, I'd buy them on the way.

Buy an umbrella over there and a cheap lightweight Poncho if it's really wet on the path.
All situations, on and off the path, all covered.
 
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One pair of loose, polyester pants, one pair of merino wool leggings to be worn with the pants or alone, 2 long sleeve cotton blouses, 1 turtle neck long sleeve t-shirt, 1 knee length flannel coat, one Atltus poncho, 1 sleeveless nightgown.
Same thing on every Camino, though the blouses might change. After weeks of wear, am sick of seeing both of them.
 
My minimal what-to-bring clothes are 1 short sleeve shirt (merino ), 1 long sleeve shirt (merino or cotton/linen blend, depending on time of year), one cardigan (merino or cashmere), 2x underwear, 2 pairs of socks, 1 walking trousers or skirt, one leggings, and my buff.

And a poncho of course.

Then maybe add a puffer vest for cold days, yoga pants for nights/ evenings, a lightweight summer dress for hot days, an extra pair of socks for rainy Caminos, ect., for luxury. Maybe a swimsuit for summer.
 
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One pair of black wool leggings (Ibex) with deep pockets on each side and one black merino wool dress to wear together for evenings and A pair of black closed toe croc clogs.

One pair of Duluth Trading Post Flexpedition pants and a long sleeved wool (Ibex) zip neck sweater for walking and a pair of La Sportiva GTX mid-boots.

One extra tunic top that will go with either set of pants for one extra top to sleep in or wear as a hospitalera. I am also taking 2 different colorful scarves. They are light and can serve as a towel or pillowcase cover as well as an extra warmth layer, light blanket, or a fashion item if needed.

I wear a light puffy synthetic coat (Thermoball North Face), merino wool buff, headband/earwarmer, light wool gloves. I also have an Altus rain poncho. This will last me the almost three months I will be in Italy and Spain in early 2025 walking, volunteering, and sightseeing. Also have 2 bras, 3 undies, 3 pairs of Merino socks. That's it. Pack weight with CPAP and meds 12 pounds or 5.5 kg.
 
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I do like that sunflower shirt!
 
I took two identical outfits: two quick dry hiking skirts (sale items!) two pairs of quick dry leggings, two short sleeve quick dry T shirts, two long sleeve quick dry T shirts, one dress that doesn’t crumple, for evening (but I may not take it again because I only wore it once) one smarter tunic top for over my leggings, one rainproof jacket, one fleece, one cheap poncho…
 
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Jodean said:
. After weeks of wear, am sick of seeing both of them.
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Yes, I finished my Camino in June, it is now entering summer in NZ, and I have only just started looking at the cotton shirt I took as something I would wear again.
You do get sick of the same things.
 
Anamiri said:
Yes, I finished my Camino in June, it is now entering summer in NZ, and I have only just started looking at the cotton shirt I took as something I would wear again.
You do get sick of the same things.
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I remember a post of yours, telling of a woman on a ‘beauty’ counter in a Spanish city (Burgos?) helping you use the samples.
It made me smile at the time and, for some reason, I’ll probably never forget it!
 
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I do like that sunflower shirt!
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Thanks, had too, everything was looking a bit "boring".
Now to try "The wool company" and treat myself to a long sleeve top, what colour to pick?
 
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Another good tip, nobody is the same.

We all come in different shapes and sizes, clothes fit and look different depending on the individual. Finding the perfect fit trousers, shorts and skirts can be a big challenge! And how we feel about how we look in each outfit can vary enormously.

Then there's fabric choices. There are different blends of synthetic fabrics and they don't all feel the same against the skin.

And colors choice is also important, it's a good way to express your personality, no need to hide it away just because you are traveling.

And how sporty/athlete we want to dress, because alot of the time we'll be in towns and cities, and people do choose in varying amounts how much effort before going out in public.

Me personally, I'm mid 40s, very pair shaped. No way will I feel confident enough in leggings as pants, also the fabric is oh so restrictive, yuk.
And I'm over the cargo pockets fashion, been there done that, no need to repeat it.
Like some thigh coverage/minimizing so no short shorts or bike shorts for me.
And that's just my story.

We all have our reasons.

Still it's nice to share what travel friendly options are out there.
 
Yes, I like pants with useful pockets and not those tiny waist pockets.
 
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Oh the internal hunt for the perfect pant.
I went with a last minute choice last time of jogger pant due to some weight gain.
Anyhow, it's got an elastic waist, drawstring a silky feeling on the skin, and extremely lightweight. Yes it's s jogger style, but it's feels a bit loose around the calfs, so was acceptable. Lack of decent pockets, nah no worries, that's what my daily handbag/crossbody bag is for.
But I am tempted by my work pants from Kmart. Elastic waist, wider leg, ribbed polyester fabric, look a bit more professional. Alas not quite as fast drying, but still not bad.
Still can't make my mind up on that.
 
1 pair full or 3/4 length leggings
1 pair running/biking shorts
1 macabi skirt
1 long sleeve tech fabric shirt
1 short sleeve tech fabric shirt
very lightweight swing dress (for after walking and sleeping)

My pic shows my basic set up, with the shorts or leggings worn under the skirt depending on weather.
 
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