Packing Calculator
How Many Outfits Do You Actually Need?
Enter your trip details below — you'll get an exact count of tops, bottoms, layers, footwear pairs, and the total number of outfit combinations you can make. No guesswork. No over-packing.
Common Packing Questions
How many outfits do I need for a 7-day trip?▾
For a 7-day city trip in warm weather with a carry-on, plan for 5–6 tops and 3 bottoms — that's 15–18 outfit combinations without over-packing. The exact count shifts based on your trip type, climate, and laundry access.
Does laundry access really change the count?▾
Yes — laundry access cuts your tops and bottoms count by roughly 40% (with a minimum of 2 each). If you can do laundry mid-trip, you can pack significantly less.
What is the outfit combination count?▾
It's the number of unique top + bottom pairings you can make. 4 tops × 3 bottoms = 12 looks. That's the power of packing strategically: more variety from fewer items.
How do bag caps affect my count?▾
Each bag type has a physical limit. A personal item caps tops at 3; a carry-on at 6. When the formula calls for more items than your bag can hold, counts are reduced to the cap — and flagged so you know.