When you’re packing for that spontaneous getaway, the secret is to stock up on multi-tasking pieces that work in more ways than one. We’ve made maximising your suitcase space as easy as pie, with our edit of functional pieces that do all the hard work so that you don’t have to.
Sleek, sophisticated and lightweight, a reversible coat is a packing-list no-brainer, as it allows you to work multiple contrasting looks with a simple inside-out trick. Opt for a water-resistant fabric to ensure you’re prepared for even the most unpredictable weather, and you have the essential item for every possible wardrobe scenario.
The best windbreakers are the ones that carefully balance utilitarian properties with style. The point here is that while you are looking for functionality, you don’t want to actually be mistaken for a hiker. Jackets should be lightweight but offer practical protection from changeable weather. Extremely packable and surprisingly wearable, a windbreaker goes with just about anything.
When you’re out exploring you want to be uninhibited, so leave the bulky backpack in the hotel and limit yourself to the cargo pockets on your pants. It’s a no-brainer that you’ll only really need a handful of daytime essentials – your phone and wallet – so pare down your packing and your travels will know no bounds.
It doesn’t get more multi-functional than a jacket that doubles up as a vest. When layered on top of each other, the jacket and vest combo provides enough warmth for any unexpectedly cool nights. When the temperature rises, drop the jacket and layer over a tee for a cool urban look – the combinations are endless.