What I Packed and Wore for 2 Weeks in NY

An overview of everything I brought (and purchased) on my recent trip.

I start any trip with a loose itinerary (mostly “what are the things I absolutely want to do while I’m there?”) and an extensive review of the projected weather forecast. My trip to NY began with a rainstorm, was punctuated by a couple of heatwaves, and ended with a forecast of rain, which turned out to be a bunch of hot air and humidity. I knew I’d be on the prowl, scouting wedding venues and seeing family, friends, and fashion industry comrades, so the company and agenda set the tone for apparel that was fun, comfortable, and versatile, which, really, isn’t all that different from any other given day for me. As this was a 16-day affair with dogs in tow, I allowed myself the luxury of a checked bag so I’d have a generous amount of clothing on hand. Here’s what I ended up packing, and how much of it I actually wore, starting from the bottom up: