I Spent 3 Months in Europe With Just a Carry-on, and These 5 Versatile Clothing Styles Doubled My Wardrobe

"When my landlord informed me that she'd be doubling my rent, I didn't run to Streeteasy or other apartment rental apps like most New Yorkers would. With a job as a travel editor that has allowed (and encouraged) me to work remotely from all around the world and three months left on my eligibility to be in the European Union, I decided to put all my belongings in storage and set off for a three-month-long"

"When I arrived in Paris, it was still summertime. By the time I left Rome, holiday lights were hanging over every street, and there was a decidedly crisp bite to the air. I needed clothes that would keep me cool and layers that I could tack on during the trip-and I wanted to look good while doing it. Here are the five staple items I packed that carried me through an entire fall in Europe, seamlessly helping keep my travel wardrobe looking and feeling"

"I reached for this lightweight cardigan from Sezane more often than any other item in my suitcase. When the weather was still warm but evenings got a little chilly, I'd drape it over my shoulders for a stylish outfit addition. Europe is not known for cranking the AC, but it came in handy for chilly indoor venues as all. By the end of my trip, it was a reliable warm layer"

Doubling rent prompted a three-month European trip enabled by remote work, starting in Champagne and Paris, then the Faroe Islands and Italy. Packing one suitcase across changing seasons required versatile, layerable clothing that balanced warmth and style. The wardrobe centered on five staples that provided cooling options and adaptable layers for warmer days and chilly evenings. A lightweight Sezane cardigan served as a primary layer that could be styled multiple ways and doubled for warmth. Additional pieces included chunkier cardigans, a J.Crew cable-knit crewneck, a versatile skirt, and Quince washable silk, collectively sustaining a fresh travel wardrobe.

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