To ask how on earth people pack light?!

If you're flying with BA you get a proper carry on suitcase. That will have plenty of space.

Also why would a Grand Prix be stinky? Genuinely asking. You're going to be sitting down / walking around.

I'm going away at the weekend. Four nights. I'll bring

One pair linen trousers
Three tee-shirts
One bra
Five pants / chaff shorts
Birkenstocks
One dress (maybe two)
Two skirts (maybe one)
Babyliss big hair
One pair trainers (maybe)
One swimsuit
Small make up bag - shadow stick, mascara, eyeliner, light foundation, powder and puff
Toothpaste/ brush / comb / lens stuff / glasses

Will wear - linen trousers, tee shirt, trainers, jacket

We went away recently and I brought 21kg! Way overpacked. Didn't wear some stuff.

Dressing gown and slippers? I don’t even have those at home!

I can’t pack light, but I don’t want to. I love my clothes and I love having my creature comforts to hand. Sorry, no tips from me!

Crossed Canada taking 4 weeks with only a carry on case and small day pack. Took only 4 pairs of pants and about 4 t-shirts. How? I hand washed and dried over night. I took wool t shirts, pricey but the dry overnight and can be worn for more than 1 days before they smell. I also took washing leaves (seriously easy to pack) and an elastic travel washing line.
Washing leaves:- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Leaf-Brilliant-Concentrated-Alternative-Detergents/dp/B0B5XP4R13/ref=sr112sspa?crid=2M9NL2VNYAGOW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CRvBkbCgbbpJ5j97VMVfS1j9Xmmx9V4xprcW-AoDUaybRw-PRtzyD8eqgAiU2XzPBwfpa6K66Yudk2hNDamZQ08nlUUNjMHd3ID45AOInvGi6TP4rE1bDFayYLUCcEKjfW48qQo7g7yxMxyHXGOPINQHc8shrL2U6TTYbEFaHgH7Fk9A60FefdYKm-z4XQDiGcffHdqX4Yhh7DlnpLIBkCsSaPcoAXBVqq9KfbKCO6tySZFJgkPwOp14kN2vvbxTpUL7tjPiE5-Joodg-N56vbnNL0XW1a4WcHJGpeh5z4.bZH4E2d6MElyLuqAxdrT1tDlqwmYiDlh1USjPlT0BjY&dibtag=se&keywords=washing%2Bleaves%2Bfor%2Blaundry&qid=1723395796&rdc=1&sprefix=washing%2Bleaves%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-2-spons&sppcsd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

Washing line:- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Clothesline-Portable-Windproof-Attachments-Outdoors/dp/B0B82PQ99W/ref=sr119?crid=M0O4PTX9VYI&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bCyLPKmW6195biZmv3HMqDXxbhkvNvN8K-yYHAPMAjH2h09bezs4xH3vESqHC37dTbn5Zo2y2711Hs7fOGBqtkr0DRPxRdlB9BSB4vzh2biKGIxUVezoCDyFO8RTBjvvAgeVcRiU03DF5w31Cgg88WcJqLQaXwBkx4wIvfc0vFLV8bZGx-LvvLLvl1xeck1bDqOHXiA9kH-NewdjQBk2oFUDwo1hRPa7kpaAlj0VrXwiaXUtcbGKvHvYhKFgw2EGuTf1BNiF5OS661FcPzgOL9t0qzkgNSuYuJHcvI0.Y-grAtcM9z7tM5bjjnzAhvb2hbKaj0gez4TXuqCCNc&dib_tag=se&keywords=travel+washing+line+for+cruise+ship&qid=1723396000&sprefix=travel+washing+line%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-9

It's toiletries/grooming and shoes that need to go.

I wear trainers to travel and I'm going to wear them pretty much the whole trip. Maybe some flip-flops or very thin flat sandals.

Rely on the hotel having a hairdryer. A moisturiser with Spf, (cheap) night cream that can double as body lotion and hand cream, deodorant, foundation, lip balm.

Roll, not fold, clothes.

We just did 10 nights with one 20kg case to share and a small under seat bag each, for 3 people.

You aren’t going to the middle of the desert, I didn’t bring any toiletries (other than toothbrush and toothpaste), I went to the nearest Lidl when we arrived and bought shampoo, deodorant, tampons, sun creams etc.

have a look on Amazon for an underwear bag, you will be amazed how much you can get in one (I did a week last year in Spain with just one of those - we was in a small camper van so really needed to pack light).

Agree with PP re clothes that don’t need ironing, I have lived in jersey style wide leg trousers, vests and jumpsuits that can be dressed up or down. Wore trainers in the airport, and brought 1 pair of flip flops, a pair of wedges and a nice pair of flat sandals.

Just wear most of your clothes, jeans,jacket boots.
Then roll a t shirt, a couple dresses,sandals , sorted.

Just buy toiletries when you get there

We are on hols at the moment after years of being married to DH, I'm a very minimalist packer, away for two weeks, 2 dresses, three pairs pants, cozzie, two bras, a sleep vest and shorts, one pair of tan sandals, one cardigan, same necklace, earrings every day. Medication, deodorant, make-up. There is a washing machine.

I’m going to Berlin for 4 nights with hand luggage. I’m very low maintenance though. I’ll take one pair of trainers and a pair of sandals. Two pairs of shorts, 5 tops. One pair pjs. Don’t bother changing for going out in evening.

Oh a small case and carry on is easy. I thought you meant Ryan air size hand luggage only, which tbh is really tiny. Easy jet are positively generous in comparison.

Travel outfit (wear it both travel days)
then you need to capsule wardrobe so if it’s four days.
day 1- shorts and top A
night 1 - dress
day 2 shorts with top B
night 2 - dress
day 3 -skirt with Top C
night 3- travel pants( jeans) with t shirt B
day 4- shorts with top C
Night 4- skirt with top A

if you get anything dirty be prepared with a small tub of wash powder and then hang it to dry.

You need as many pants and t shirts as nights. Travel in trousers and pack one shorts. Toothbrush, toothpaste, charger. Travel in trainers and pack flip flops for the room. One antiperspirant between you and DH. Medication. Comb. Suncream between you. Done.

It can be done, if you use minimal/the hotel toiletries, wear the only pair of footwear/jumper/ outerwear you take, don’t take makeup or hairstyling tools, and rewear items of clothing. For example for a weekend I’d wear a pair of trousers, top and a sweater or cardigan and a waterproof coat of it was rainy. I would pack a pair of shorts, maybe one dress, a couple of t shirts and some knickers and socks. That would be all the clothing I’d take. I’d take my toothbrush and paste, a comb, a box of tampax, phone, keys, passport and a charging cable. And that would be about all. It’s harder in winter or if you need formalwear.

I’ve travelled with two adults each carrying a small backpack for two adults and two children for two nights- you just have to be very ruthless and not too fussy what you look like.

Tube of travel wash and wash things in the hotel sink

I've stopped doing this. 3 friends travel, for 4 days, we all have hand luggage obviously, I now book us one carry which we all share, or a check in if cheaper which all 3 of us share. I just can't be bothered with it.

Compression cubes and extra toiletries and stuff in pockets. I have a denim jacket with huge inside pockets.

I know some will raise their eyes with this, but I can get two weeks out of a 10kg bag, but I can also bring an underseat bag so I manage fine.

OK, I'm definitely not high maintenance as a pp mentioned! There will be a hairdryer at hotel. Minimal make up esp. in the heat as it just slides off anyway. I stick to colour blocks and mix and match. Navy and cream are bloody great, and dark grey/black and silver, and no one will notice if you re-wear anything, they are far too busy looking at themselves. I bring light dressy scarves and costume jewellery to jazz things up a bit.

But I am guilty of overpacking don't worry I'm not perfect. I think it's easier to pack light if it's either definitely going to be hot or cold. It's when you are going somewhere and have to pack for the four seasons in the one day - that's a problem!

Cut back on the shoes, bags, big items. Bring stuff that is uncrushable and just lands on the hotel hanger beautifully from the suitcase. It can be done. I'm nearly there.

You don't need a "dress or two". Assuming you are going for 3 or 4 days I would pack - underwear, one dress, one pair pyjamas, one pair shorts, skirt/smarter trousers. Couple of tops. Everything chosen to go with everything else. Travel in jeans/hoodie/jacket and walking shoes or trainers. Pack a pair of sandals. What do you need to pack for a period? Box of tampons takes up hardly any space, if you need more they do have supermarkets in the Netherlands.

Make a list of everything you take, then when you get back cross out everything you didn't use. This will help next time.

I travel very light and still find there is stuff I don't use.

I only recently learned how to do this. You truly do just take fewer things. If you need a dress for an evening out, take one that can also be worn in the day. Take only things that go together. Take only two pairs of shoes. Etc.

I don't. Had luggage only is for day trips and weekends