Here's an Entire Holiday Wardrobe—and It All Fits in a Carry-On

Traveling for the holidays? Mix and match these easy, flexible pieces for (almost) unlimited wardrobe options.

Holiday Wardrobe That Fits in a Carry-On
Photo: Kevin Sweeney

Whether you're going to meet your significant other's parents, or you're heading back home to visit your family, the holidays are always an exciting time of year. The only downside is never knowing what to pack. How many day outfits and dressier options should you take? How many pairs of shoes? Can you actually fit it all in one bag?

We've come up with a stylish holiday wardrobe that can be mixed and matched to create an array of outfits. These festive (and wallet-friendly) looks will take you from making pumpkin pie to a Friendsgiving dinner in a heartbeat.

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Sweater + Jeans + Scarf

The ideal in-flight outfit: comfy basics with your fluffiest sweater. You’ll stay warm on the go and save room in your suitcase for other essentials.
Kevin Sweeney

This is the ideal in-flight outfit: comfy basics with your fluffiest oversized sweater. You'll stay warm on the go and save room in your suitcase for other essentials.

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Blouse + Skirt + Boots

If you normally wear ankle- or calf-height boots with skirts, consider over-the-knee this season. It’s a more modern look, and you can skip tights. When you arrive at your destination, hang silky items (like this blouse) in the bathroom so wrinkles release as you shower.
Kevin Sweeney

If you normally wear ankle- or calf-height boots with skirts, consider over-the-knee this season. It's a more modern look, and you can skip tights. When you arrive at your destination, hang silky items (like a flowy blouse) in the bathroom so wrinkles release as you shower.

03 of 06

Top + Leggings + Scarf

Mixed textures prevent an all-black look from feeling dull: Here, it’s faux leather and feathers. Add color—and stay toasty!—with an oversize scarf.
Kevin Sweeney

Mixed textures prevent an all-black look from feeling dull: Here, it's faux leather and feathers. Add color—and stay toasty!—by reusing the oversized scarf from look one.

04 of 06

Dress + Boots

The perfect uniform for an indulgent meal? A flowy dress with a stretchy waistband, paired with walkable boots for your post-dinner stroll. Shiny accessories keep things festive.
Kevin Sweeney

The perfect uniform for an indulgent meal? A casual dress with a stretchy waistband, paired with the walkable boots from look two for your post-dinner stroll. Shiny accessories keep things festive.

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Dress + Sweater

A fancy dress gets another wear in a less formal outfit when you add a relaxed sweater and sneaks. Be sure to let the collar and bow peek through.
Kevin Sweeney

The fancy dress from the last look gets another wear in a less formal outfit when you add your relaxed sweater and comfy laced shoes. Be sure to let the collar and bow peek through.

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Top + Jeans + Boots

Match up the jeans and feathery top for a comfortable combo that still looks sharp in family photos. The clutch converts to a crossbody: Voilà—it’s now a daytime bag.
Kevin Sweeney

Match up the comfortable jeans you packed with a feathery top for a flattering combo that still looks sharp in family photos. Pair the look with a clutch that converts to a crossbody. Voilà—it's now a daytime bag.

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