I've Been a Habitual Overpacker For Years, but Then I Found My Lagom

When I go on a trip, I tend to haphazardly create a small list of things I need to pack, but never commit to actually making the time to create a thorough one. For my trip to Stockholm, I started off my creating a list of all the outfits I had in mind. There was a red chunky sweater that was super cosy, a pair of boots that were versatile and didn't give me blisters, and a really cute dress I had been meaning to wear. Keep in mind, your list doesn't have to be fancy, you can even scribble it all out on a piece of paper. It just has to get the job done.

Pro Tip: An easy way to downsize if you're planning on going out at night is to pack one pair of heels that match everything.

Pro Tip: If you end up getting bored of your heels, you can always swap out for your black boots, too.

Now that you've considered everything, it's time to get packing! You'll quickly notice that the number of items you started out with have significantly decreased in size and, in turn, you've found a sense of lagom — at least when it comes to packing.

Here's a list of the key pieces I ended up packed for the trip:

• a denim shearling jacket
• a leather jacket
• a pair of comfy jeans
• a pair of black, durable ankle boots
• a pair of heels that matched everything

Most importantly, don't forget to unwind and relax on your trip!