How much to pack for a week

Short answer: Seven sets of underwear and socks, four tops, two bottoms and one set of nightwear. If you plan to wash on the way, you can halve most of those numbers.

The list for seven days

Underwear and socks are needed every day, so seven of each. Tops can be worn for two days if you have a layer underneath, so four is enough. Two bottoms cover a week and one set of nightwear is plenty.

How to halve it

If you can wash on the way, four sets of underwear and socks, two tops and one extra bottom will do. Bamboo fabric dries overnight, which makes it practical for exactly this. See bamboo underwear for men.

Keep the colours in one family

Choose tops and bottoms in the same colour family so everything combines. It is the easiest way to get more outfits from fewer garments. See bamboo clothing for men and bamboo t-shirts for men.

Frequently asked questions

How long does hand washing take

Five minutes per garment plus one night to dry.

Do you need an extra bag for dirty laundry

A thin bag is enough. Dirty laundry takes no more room than clean.

What about a second set of nightwear

For a week one set is enough, unless you sweat at night.