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Home » Packing for Overnight – Start with a Guild Prime Shirt

Packing for Overnight – Start with a Guild Prime Shirt

September 20, 2017

Sometimes, it’s best to keep things simple…

Could Someone Make Up Their Mind?

Maybe the meeting is business dress. Or maybe business casual – they’re not sure yet…

black white and red Guild Prime shirt

shirt – Guild Prime

Happily, she long ago mastered the art of keeping things simple, and flexible!

black white and red Guild Prime shirt with style guidelines and color palette

shirt – Guild Prime

She likes her 3 colors, and all kinds of clean geometric shapes. So while they’re all dithering and fussing and undecided, she’s relaxed and prepared!

travel outfit for cool weather in black, white and red

shirt – Guild Prime; earrings – Lele Sadoughi; watch – Olivia Burton; cardigan – L.L.Bean; pants – L.L.Bean; hangbag – Angela Valentine; scarf – Nordstrom; loafers – Seychelles; overnight bag – Cuyana

She can literally walk in the door of the conference center (walking distance from the train) and change into an appropriate outfit, from her tote bag…

tiny travel capsule wardrobe in black, white and red

pajamas – L.L.Bean; earrings – Marcia Moran; striped turtleneck – MSGM; scarf – Halogen; ring – Rachel Entwistle; down vest – Uniqlo; skirt – Alberta Ferretti; pumps – Paul Green

She can carry her own luggage, and she’s confident and comfortable that she can handle whatever silliness is thrown her way…

tiny travel capsule wardrobe in black, white and red

two outfits from a tiny travel capsule wardrobe in black, white and red

two outfits from a tiny travel capsule wardrobe in black, white and red

Imagine – she’s presenting information about planning for a variety of contingencies in business. Is anybody better qualified?

love,
Janice

Packing for Overnight - Start with a Guild Prime Shirt

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09.20.17 19 Comments

Tags: black, business travel, cool weather, red, Tote Bag Travel, white
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  1. Anonymous says

    September 20, 2017 at 8:40 am

    Love this bold graphic wardrobe! – nancyo (posting as anonymous because I am still in transit)

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  2. Jazz says

    September 20, 2017 at 10:16 am

    Some lovely statement pieces in this capsule. It would be interesting to see an expanded version of this capsule, if others agree that is.

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    • mollie.dirig says

      September 20, 2017 at 4:18 pm

      Agreed!

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  3. SusanG says

    September 20, 2017 at 11:17 am

    My colours! A lovely group.

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  4. Hallie says

    September 20, 2017 at 12:09 pm

    LOVE that gorgeous Italian skirt!

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  5. Virginia says

    September 20, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    I love that you include sleepwear in these capsules. While it doesn't really matter if my sleepwear coordinates with my wardrobe, somehow it makes me feel happier if it does. :)

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  6. Abigail says

    September 20, 2017 at 1:09 pm

    I am trying to pull together business casual for a trip. This helps explain what I need. I would love to see more posts similar to this and/or an expansion of this post.

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  7. LInda Orr says

    September 20, 2017 at 1:15 pm

    MY FAVE!!!!!

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  8. busyme says

    September 20, 2017 at 1:25 pm

    Squealing with delight! What a great wardrobe!! Love it!

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  9. Deb from Vancouver says

    September 20, 2017 at 3:05 pm

    Again, such fun in the morning. I am so not black, white and red and can still really appreciate this brilliance.

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  10. Anonymous says

    September 20, 2017 at 3:46 pm

    One of my favorite go-to palettes! For a longer trip I would suggest adding a high necked sleeveless black dress. The option of wearing the shirt under the dress would imply having an additional shirt in your bag.

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  11. mollie.dirig says

    September 20, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    I love this, especially the alternate trip ensemble. I think I would prefer it with the pumps instead of the loafers. Cheers!

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  12. Lizette says

    September 20, 2017 at 3:27 pm

    Janice, your work is pure magic! I love this. I also don't wear black, white and red but you have taught us to translate it into black=neutral, red=accent color. This beautiful capsule can work for anyone. I too love these mini capsules that you do for overnight trips.

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  13. Lena says

    September 21, 2017 at 3:29 pm

    Like others, these aren't my colors but I love the idea of using this post as the basis for selecting styles of items to include in a Tote Bag Travel capsule. And it would be so easy to expand for a longer trip (a 9 pack) by adding a black cardigan twin set and an a-line skirt. This is a post I will come back to often to help me pack for business trips!

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  14. Lorrie says

    September 21, 2017 at 11:51 pm

    Such a well-thought-out wardrobe!

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  15. Throckmorzog says

    September 22, 2017 at 8:29 pm

    I love this shirt, and only wish it was offered in my size…which reminds me…

    In 2015 you recommended a shirt by Charles Tyrwhitt, which I bought, adored, and wear very often. I also bought one each of basic-function navy and white blouses from them that were AMAZING in quality and fit, but they are wearing out from constant 3-season use. Tyrwhitt no longer makes women's shirts, but I was hoping you could recommend a good shirtmaker that is comparable? I don't get to the UK that often, so a maker with an online option would be wonderful.

    Thank you for all you do. I begin my days with your wonderful posts. I also continue to dress myself better and better with your candid advice, and am always sure to click through your links when shopping at places that support you. Anything to keep the lights on at chez Janice! (What would we do without you?) cheers, Sue

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  16. Duchesse says

    September 23, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    P.S. Opal is a soft mineral that cleaves easily, so not a good choice for a ring you'll wear often. (I can't tell you how many setters crack them while making pieces.) That's the only bad luck part!

    @ Throckmorzog: Take a look at http://www.thomaspink.com

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  17. Best Tactical Backpack Reviews says

    October 2, 2017 at 4:20 am

    JUST READ YOUR ARTICLE. GOOD ONE. I LIKED IT. KEEP GOING. YOU ARE A BEST WRITER YOUR SITE IS VERY USEFUL AND INFORMATIVE THANKS FOR SHARING GO FOR THE BEST QUALITY PRODUCT POSSIBLE AND RESEARCH BEFORE PURCHASING ONE. WASTING MONEY IS NOT SOMETHING ANYONE LIKES, BETTER SPEND SOMETIMES ON RESEARCH AND GET THE BEST TACTICAL BACKPACK.

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  18. bloxorz says

    December 4, 2017 at 9:11 am

    This is so fun! What a great idea. Also I love how authentic you seem to be. Your style and passion for blogging is contagious. Thank you for sharing your life!

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