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Joan Didion’s Packing List

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The practical, minimalist packing method from a legendary writer with great style

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Caitlin Kotula3mo ago

intriguing in its simplicity. getting ready/packing is something i find challenging (ADHD), even day-to-day, so having a list such as this would probably be life-changing. I can attest to the power of costume—an outfit repeatedly turned to (or iterated) is now symbolic, is now armour, is now “yours”.

Ginny Branch3mo ago

A perennial fave

Julia3mo ago

No more stylish list than the ultimate cool girl’s packing guide.

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“intriguing in its simplicity. getting ready/packing is something i find challenging (ADHD), even day-to-day, so having a list such as this would probably be life-changing. I can attest to the power of costume—an outfit repeatedly turned to (or iterated) is now symbolic, is now armour, is now “yours”.”

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