Packing for Napa & San Francisco

I have a confession to make. As much as I travel, you would think that I would have packing down to a science, bringing only what I need for each trip and fitting it all into a carry on. Sadly, my friends, this is not the case. I am a more is more kind of girl and I like to have options—lots of them! In preparation for our trip to Napa and San Francisco next week, I have started formulating various outfits in my mind so that I will know what to pack. My process usually consists of going over my itinerary so that I know what I need to prepare for, pulling items for the trip from my closet a few days in advance and start thinking about outfits, and then of course, I pack the night before. Because California is pretty laid back in nature and because our activities will consist of wine tasting, a little shopping and sightseeing, along with some fun dinners, I want to pack around some wardrobe staples that are versatile enough for dressing up or dressing down and then layer in great jewelry, accessories, and shoes. I think I may have some last-minute shopping to do this week! Do you have a strategy for packing?

  {Clockwise from Top Left: Eighty Six Long Sleeve V-Neck Top | LOFT Striped Roll Neck Sweater | Anthropologie Farrah Henley | J.Crew Denim Western Shirt | J.Crew Lightweight Merino Tunic | LOFT Texture Diamond Softened Shirt}

{Clockwise from Top Left: J.Crew Matchstick Jean in Pitch Black | J.Crew Matchstick Jean in Classic Rinse | J.Crew Toothpick Jean in Tuxedo Stripe | Rockstar Camouflage Cargos | MiH Marrakesh Flare Jeans in Black}

{Clockwise from Top Left: Tory Burch Leena Suede Booties | J.Crew Collection Cleo Calf Hair Loafers | Chinese Laundry Kristin Cavallari Raylin Booties |  J.Crew Blakeley Shimmer Linen Pumps |  J.Crew Callie Metallic Sandals | Tory Burch Carolyn Wedge Sandal}

      {J.Crew Vivid Lemon Crystal Necklace | Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Plated Horn Necklace | J.Crew Crystal Petal Necklace | Jules Smith Gold Americana Classic Bangle |  Kenneth Jay Lane Gold-Plated Chain Link Bracelet | Dean Davidson Knock-Out Stud Earrings | Kenneth Jay Lane Beaded Tassel Earrings | Kelly Wearstler Fulham Ring | Dean Davidson Castle Ring}

  {Clockwise from Top Left: Tory Burch Robinson Perforated Middy Satchel | J.Crew Panama Hat | J.Crew Claremont Mini Purse | Madewell Outbound Jacket | Madewell Wander Trench | Madewell Duskfall Blazer}