I'm a Pro Packer, and These Are the 12 Bulky Fall Clothing Mistakes Wasting Space in Your Suitcase

"Fall is unexpectedly one of the hardest seasons to pack for. Depending on where you're traveling, the weather can vary. It's often warmer than you'd hoped or cooler than expected-or it changes significantly by the hour. The uncertainty and variability are usually the top reasons for overpacking. Plus, because it's probably your first taste of chillier temperatures in several months, you may be inclined to pack all of your favorite bulky, heavy sweaters and other layers."

"The first step in any packing process is to decide on your luggage. Whenever I'm packing lots of layers and heavier materials, I'll aim to bring a suitcase with a nifty expandable feature, like this Amazon best-seller. This particular model can increase packing space up to 25 percent as needed, which comes in handy when you're trying to fit in one more sweatshirt or another base layer set."

Fall travel requires packing for rapidly changing temperatures, prompting many travelers to overpack bulky sweaters and layers. Choosing adaptable luggage and space-saving organizers reduces bulk and simplifies packing. An expandable suitcase provides extra capacity—about 25 percent more—when needed for extra layers. Compression packing cubes feature an outer zipper that reduces volume of clothing, allowing more items to fit. Regular packing cubes work well for light packing, but compression cubes are particularly useful for fall and winter trips with heavier materials. Prioritizing versatile layers and smart luggage choices prevents checked-bag decisions and streamlines fall travel packing.

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